2023 Honda Odyssey: Engine complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 16 owner complaints for the 2023 Honda Odyssey that list the engine component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11771664 (filed 10/16/2026): “Engine restart failure when i try to start driving after stop for the traffic light. engine turned off automatically. experienced 4-5 times.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11769805 (filed 10/08/2026): “My 2023 honda odyssey, vin [xxx], has developed an unusually loud noise from the engine compartment when i press the accelerator. the vehicle was purchased in xxx and currently has approximately 78,800 miles. an independent mechanic inspected the vehicle and did not identify an internal engine prob…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11758148 (filed 08/20/2026): “After stopping the car in a left turn lane in the intersection, the car engine, dash board and infotainment system shut down. no warnings or other items appeared, the car died. after scrambling since it put traffic to a standstill, i shifter to park and returned on the car. which worked and allowed …”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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