NHTSA Complaint #11682996 — 2018 HONDA ODYSSEY

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11682996
Vehicle	2018 HONDA ODYSSEY
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	August 3, 2025
Date Filed	August 25, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MN

Consumer Description

While driving vehicle, check engine light began to flash. Vehicle was moved safely to side of road and turn off. Vehicle was allowed to sit for more then five minutes and started again. no check engine light or other indicators were illuminated. Vehicle was driven another 60 miles when suddenly multiple warnings appeared with a solid check engine light. Vehicle was moved to a safe location and parked. Vehicle was transported to a Honda dealership the following day and was discovered to have metal in the engine oil due to connecting rod bearing failures with grooves worn in the crankshaft.

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