Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2006 Honda Odyssey owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
One main problem I have consistently noticed is signs someone other than me is getting in my car or leaving at least impression they did inside the car alot although I am the only one supposed to have a key. It was happening so much I paid Lafontaine Honda more than $1000 to change out the keys including the ignition but that hasnt resolved the problem. I still see normal evidence they are actually touching things inside my car and even stealing alot of fuel which they took so much last night it was ridiculous. I keep sending my local police reports and photos of as much as I can using the tipline and they never contact me back like they either ignoring, staying anonymous, or have no time to read my messages. They fuel is being stolen everytime I fill the tank by someone nearbye. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving 20 to 30 MPH, the vehicle started to smoke. The contact noticed oil dripping from the engine. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. In addition, the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V112000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 84,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2006 Honda Odyssey. Twenty minutes after parking the vehicle, the contact came outside to find the fire department extinguishing a fire that had engulfed the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 14V112000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was towed to a salvage yard where the vehicle was deemed destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 185,000.
While driving down the road and once the engine reaches operating temperature the vehicle fails to accelerate and shift gears. I mash the gas pedal and the RPM gauge goes up but the vehicle doesn't move. I let the engine and transmission cool down and sometimes it will operate properly again until everything warms up. It doesn't matter if im sitting at a light or in actual motion going down the road, the vehicle ceases to continue moving. I have been going 60 MPH and all of a sudden my car loses all movement but the car is still reving up and I can change gears but it stops me dead in my tracks. I called the transmission shop and they tell me its a very common issue but nothing has been able to be pinpointed
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, when he started feeling sleepy. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the fuel pump was replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V112000 (fuel system, gasoline). Lejeune Honda cars located at 2221 n marine blvd, jacksonville, nc 28546, [phone], were contacted and made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Honda Odyssey. While driving, the odor of fuel was present inside the vehicle. Upon inspection, it was discovered that fuel was leaking from the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but the local dealer was not notified. The contact indicated that the vehicle was previously repaired in 2015 per NHTSA campaign number: 14V112000 (fuel system); however, the failure recurred. The failure mileage was 106,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Honda Odyssey. While driving various speeds and when parked on an incline, the contact detected an abnormal odor of fuel emerging from the second row seats. Additionally, there was fuel leaking from underneath the vehicle. The contact called parker johnstone's wilsonville Honda (30600 sw parkway ave, wilsonville, or 97070, [phone]), but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Honda Odyssey. While exiting the vehicle, the contact noticed a persistent fuel odor around the vehicle. The contact called spreen Honda (25050 redlands blvd, loma linda, ca 92254, [phone]) and was informed that there would be a charge for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Honda Odyssey. The contact observed that the check fuel cap and check engine sensor warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic that the fuel pump cover failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 162,000.
Tl contact owns a 2006 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while parked in a garage, fuel fumes emitted from the vehicle as the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred numerous. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 48,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured June 23, 2004, through September 4, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump strainer cover may deteriorate allowing fuel to leak out.
Remedy: Parts to permanently repair the affected vehicles are not currently available. Honda will notify owners with an interim letter during May 2014.
Fuel System complaints in other Odyssey years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2006 Honda Odyssey?
NHTSA has 29 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2006 Honda Odyssey, 4% of the model year's 703 complaints. The component named most often is delivery › fuel pump (2 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2006 Honda Odyssey fuel system problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 14V-112 (fuel pump, Mar 14, 2014). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2006 Honda Odyssey fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 120,000 miles, and 11% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 3 fires and 0 injuries to fuel & propulsion system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.