2017 Honda Odyssey Engine Problems

At 60 mph the vehicle began shaking , I pulled over , put it in park while still running, and got out to inspect. I noticed some smoke from under the hood and by the time I got inside to release the hood latch , the smoke stopped. With multiple lights on the dash I shut it off . It would not restart . It was towed to my home. We pulled off the belt and attempted to turn the engine crank with a breaker bar, and it is seized. We also hooked up a scanner in which it showed many faults.The battery tested good , and the starter was trying to engage .

NHTSA ID

11682617

Incident

Aug 22, 2025

While driving, the battery indicator light illuminated. Suddenly, the power turned off. The vehicle could be steered and brakes used, only. Then, as quickly as the power turned off, it restored and momentarily powered the accelerator. Then the power stopped again. The lights within the cabin and on the dash flickered and chimed like they were possessed. Then nothing. When the power would flicker on, the engine/transmission would "catch" and jerk the vehicle. Fortunately, I coasted to my residence without an auto accident. I reported this issue to Williamsburg Honda who will address the issue tomorrow when the vehicle is towed there. I was at risk along with my two school-aged children for a deadly auto accident since the power to the vehicle was lost. I have to use another vehicle and am uncertain of my trust for the van with myself and my family after this terrifying incident.

NHTSA ID

11664844

Incident

Jun 2, 2025

2017 Honda Odyssey Piston ring failure leading to stop spark plug working while driving. This makes car shake heavily and can’t drive more than 20mph, sound from engine is loud. Had been happening every 1000 miles or so, changing spark plug temporary fix it. Spark plug starts failing one after another. This started happening before 60K on odometer.

NHTSA ID

11639830

Incident

Oct 10, 2024

Flashing check engine light came on. Took this to the dealership and they found that one of the cylinders misfired and a sparkplug has fouled oil. Piston rings needed to be replaced. This happened because of oil buildup when 3 of the cylinders stop firing when the engine is in "fuel efficient" mode. As I understand it, the vehicle design is to turn off half the cylinders when I drive efficiently and that causes buildup over time. This is a ticking timebomb that will eventually cause this damage and render the vehicle undrivable.

NHTSA ID

11587823

Incident

Apr 19, 2024

Engine failure, requiring all new ignition coils and spark plugs (62,000 miles). Car ran well for 3 weeks, and resumed having acceleration issues, engine/transmission judder and check engine light returned. Brought back to mechanic and replaced a failed ignition coil. Was directed by the mechanic to bring to a dealer if the issue continues as it's likely due to a cylinder issue which is causing ignition coils to fail. Brought to dealer with engine and transmission issues. Diagnosed as bad transmission fluid requiring flush and fill 3 times: $850. Told that there are no engine issues as a result of diagnostic. Drove car home (4 miles), and engine issue became worse with flashing check engine light returning light, jerky drive and no acceleration. Brought back to mechanic and diagnosed with piston ring failure requiring extensive engine work, including but not limited to piston ring replacement, cylinder/piston rehab. I have contacted Honda corporate requesting action as it's just outside of powertrain warranty. Claim has been pending for 2+ weeks. Vehicle is parked at dealer pending resultion. Unsafe to drive for mechanical reasons, and car is subject to stall. Only able to drive slow speeds, for short duration.

NHTSA ID

11536945

Incident

Jun 30, 2023

Engine coils repaired several times, most recently van lost power while going uphill with my entire family in the vehicle. My husband applied brakes and emergency brake and we all exited the van. We were on vacation and took to local dealership where could were replaced again! 3 weeks later. Most recently we are having issues with keyless entry module and van loses power and won’t start. Absolutely ridiculous. Van is only 5 years old. Will never buy another Honda

NHTSA ID

11520939

Incident

May 8, 2023

Twice within 3 months our 2017 Honda Odyssey (65,000) miles has had a misfire in the engine and had a flashing engine light. Had to change spark plugs and coils twice and they had to adjust the pistons. Mechanic says he sees this a lot with this year and make. He also said it’s something you would say after 100000 miles maybe. Not with such a new car.

NHTSA ID

11442463

Incident

Nov 20, 2021

CAR IN PARK AND ENGINE ACCELERATED TO 5000 RPM

NHTSA ID

11384918

Incident

Dec 24, 2020

Mileage

63,000 mi

MY VERY NEW 2017 HONDA ODYSSEY (ODY EX-L 6AT) WAS 1307 MILES DRIVEN. WHEN I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE CAR SUDDENLY SHOWED LOW OIL PRESSURE LIGHT AND THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGE NEEDLE WAS AT THE H MARK AND THEN SMOKY FUMES WITH SMELL OF BURNT RUBBER CAME FROM THE ENGINE HOOD. I IMMEDIATELY STOPPED THE CAR AND TOWED IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP. HONDA DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS A MANUFACTURING DEFECT RELATED TO COOLANT LEAK AT THERMOSTAT HOUSING RESULTING IN BLOWN HEAD CASKET THAT CAUSED EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO ENGINE.THE HONDA DEALERSHIP REPAIRED THE CAR UNDER FACTORY WARRANTY. MY QUESTION IS HOW CAN HONDA SELL SUCH DEFECTIVE FAMILY CARS TO THEIR CUSTOMERS AND NOW HOW CAN I TRUST THEIR WORKMANSHIP IN FIXING THIS CAR ??

NHTSA ID

11019463

Incident

Aug 19, 2017

Mileage

1,307 mi

BRAND NEW CAR 2017 HONDA ODYSSEY WITH LESS THAN 300 MILES DRIVING ON A WINDING ROAD UPHILL AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING. MANUAL ADVISES TO PULL OVER TO TURN OFF AND LET THE CAR COOL DOWN. DID THAT AND THEN THE VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST LIGHT ALSO GOES ON. CAR STARTS TO SHAKE WHEN YOU ACCELERATE. HONDA DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS A MISFIRE AND COVERED UNDER FACTORY WARRANTY. HOW CAN A NEW CAR ALREADY HAVE ENGINE PROBLEMS??

NHTSA ID

11001547

Incident

Jun 25, 2017

Mileage

30 mi