1998 Honda Odyssey vs 1999 Honda Odyssey
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Honda Odyssey | 1999 Honda Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 73 | 518 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 45 | 280 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 139,034 mi | 100,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Odyssey | Honda Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 14 | 170 |
| Electrical System | 34 | 110 |
| Structure | 4 | 77 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 78 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 35 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 18 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 17 |
| Tires | 2 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 59 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 42 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 9 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 8 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
1998 Honda Odyssey
1999 Honda Odyssey
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.