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2014 Honda Odyssey

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.

Honda Odyssey
Pictured: 2021 Honda Odyssey EX-L (facelift), front 1.1.21. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Minivan - 2WD
Body styles
4dr Minivan EX-L Res/EX-L Navi/Tourin, 4dr Minivan LX/Se/EX/EX Res
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
22 combined · 19 city / 27 hwy
Length
202.8 in
Curb weight
4,475–4,557 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
5 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.

Watch out for

  • Many owner complaints266 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 37 for similar models — most often about the engine.
  • 5 recallsMore than similar models (about 1). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 8 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2014 Honda Odyssey is a minivan offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.

It measures about 203 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 118-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,557 lb (4dr Minivan EX-L Res/EX-L Navi/Tourin).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (19 city / 27 highway), 4% better than the 2014 minivan average of 21.1 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.

It has 5 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 266 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.

What changed for 2014

  • Now crash-tested by NHTSA: 5 stars overall

Compared with 2013; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2013 Odyssey →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr Minivan EX-L Res/EX-L Navi/Tourin202.8 in79.1 in68.5 in118.1 in67.7 / 68.1 in4,557 lb56/44
4dr Minivan LX/Se/EX/EX Res202.8 in79.1 in68.5 in118.1 in67.7 / 68.1 in4,475 lb56/44

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Odyssey3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive19 / 27 / 22+4%$3,050404
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
5/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $3,250Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
21.1 MPG2014 Minivan - 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2014 Honda Odyssey VAN FWD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★12.7%
StandardElectronic stability control
OptionalForward collision warning
OptionalLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2014 Honda Odyssey VAN FWD
Frontal crash test — 2014 Honda Odyssey VAN FWD. Photo: NHTSA.
Side crash test — 2014 Honda Odyssey VAN FWD
Side crash test — 2014 Honda Odyssey VAN FWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2014 minivans

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2014 Honda Odyssey (this car)22 MPG★★★★★5
2014 Toyota Sienna21 MPG★★★★★6
2014 Kia Sedona20 MPG★★★★★1
2014 Dodge Grand Caravan20 MPG★★★★★5
2014 Chrysler Town and Country20 MPG★★★★★4
2014 Nissan Quest21 MPGNot rated0
2014 Volkswagen Routan20 MPGNot rated0

Recalls (5)

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Dec 18, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V858000 · 2,490,460 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly · Mar 13, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V170000 · 254,568 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats have a lever to fold the seatback and slide the seat forward to access the third row seats. Due to a manufacturing error, if the walk-in release lever is used to fold a fully reclined left outboard seatback forward, the seatback may stay in the unlocked position (free-folding) or unexpectedly unlock without engaging the walk-in or recliner lever.
Risk
An unlocked second row left outboard seatback increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will confirm proper operation of the second row left outboard seatback, and install a support bracket to the seat recliner. If the seatback cannot lock, dealers will replace the seatback frame assembly. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is X0R.
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly · Nov 17, 2017

NHTSA campaign 17V725000 · 806,936 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats can slide sideways to one of two positions. If a seat is placed between either of the two positions when attaching the seat to the vehicle floor, the seat will not latch properly to the seat striker, allowing the seat to tip forward unexpectedly during braking.
Risk
If the seat tips forward during braking, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket to the second row outboard floor strikers, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2018. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is S0G.
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly · Dec 27, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V933000 · 633,753 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Odyssey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2010, to October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have second row outboard seats that have a release lever that allows the seats to move for easier access to the third row of seats. This release lever may remain in the unlocked position allowing the seats to move unexpectedly.
Risk
An unlocked second row outboard seat increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional bracket and spring to both second row outboard seats, free of charge. Interim letter has been mailed, and a second notification will be sent . Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KD5.
Air Bags › Side/Window · Apr 7, 2014

NHTSA campaign 14V175000 · 24,889 vehicles

Problem
Honda is recalling certain model year 2014 Odyssey vehicles manufactured October 2, 2013, through December 16, 2013. The shorting terminal, an electrical connector used to prevent air bag deployment before being installed into a vehicle, may have been damaged during assembly of the passenger-side side curtain air bag.
Risk
If the shorting terminal is damaged, the passenger-side side curtain air bag may fail to deploy thereby increasing the risk of occupant injury in a crash.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the damaged shorting pin with a new shorting coupler, free of charge. The recall began on May 16, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JE2.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2014 Honda Odyssey is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

266Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
9Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
5Injuries reported
38,783 miTypical mileage at failure
Engine53
Power Train53
Service Brakes52
Unknown Or Other37
Structure › Body34
Electrical System20
Seats19
Vehicle Speed Control17
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/02: 124/04: 124/05: 124/07: 124/09: 224/10: 124/11: 124/12: 125/01: 225/02: 125/04: 125/05: 125/06: 425/07: 125/08: 225/09: 225/10: 125/11: 126/01: 326/02: 126/04: 426/05: 126/09: 126/10: 224/0224/0724/1125/0225/0625/0926/0126/05max 4

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2014 Honda Odyssey buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 5 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Engine — 53 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  3. Power Train — 53 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  4. Service Brakes — 52 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 38,783 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Honda Odyssey. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Odyssey years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Odyssey22–Not rated00
2026 Odyssey22205.1 inNot rated260
2025 Odyssey22205.1 in★★★★★2442
2024 Odyssey22205.1 in★★★★★3123
2023 Odyssey22205.1 in★★★★★5105
2022 Odyssey22205.1 in★★★★★9141
2021 Odyssey22205.1 in★★★★★8147
2020 Odyssey22203.9 in★★★★★14491
2019 Odyssey22203.9 in★★★★★20997
2018 Odyssey22203.9 in★★★★★161,009
2017 Odyssey22202.8 in★★★★★239
2016 Odyssey22202.8 in★★★★★6271

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Honda. How we calculate this →