1998 Honda Odyssey Problems: 2 Known Issues
1998 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated November 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 1998 Honda Odyssey has 2 documented known issues, with 2 rated critical. The most serious are Ignition Switch Electrical Contact Degradation — Stall Risk (Recall 02V120000) and 1998-2000 Odyssey NADI Driver Airbag Inflator Rupture Recall (NHTSA 20V026000). DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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NHTSA Recalls6 recalls
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part of a vehicle repair. Due to a manufacturing issue, the replacement NADI inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS. THE FRONT BODY/FRAME IS MISSING SPOT WELDS.
INTERIOR LIGHTING
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. THE DIMMER CONTROL FOR THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS CAN FAIL.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVAN. THE SLIDING DOORS MAY NOT LATCH PROPERLY.
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What are the most common Honda Odyssey problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 1998 Honda Odyssey has 2 documented issues. Documented issues include: Ignition Switch Electrical Contact Degradation — Stall Risk (Recall 02V120000), 1998-2000 Odyssey NADI Driver Airbag Inflator Rupture Recall (NHTSA 20V026000). Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Honda Odyssey reliable?
The 1998 Honda Odyssey has 2 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Ignition Switch Electrical Contact Degradation — Stall Risk (Recall 02V120000) and 1998-2000 Odyssey NADI Driver Airbag Inflator Rupture Recall (NHTSA 20V026000). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
What is the 1997-1999 Honda Odyssey Ignition Switch Electrical Contact Degradation — Stall Risk (Recall 02V120000)?
NHTSA recall 02V120000 includes the 1997, 1998 and 1999 Honda Odyssey. Each engine start pushes a high electrical current through the ignition switch, and that current can degrade the switch's electrical contacts over the life of the van. If the contacts wear enough, the engine c… Severity: high.
What is the 1998-2000 Honda Odyssey 1998-2000 Odyssey NADI Driver Airbag Inflator Rupture Recall (NHTSA 20V026000)?
The 1998, 1999 and 2000 Honda Odyssey is included in NHTSA recall 20V026000. The driver frontal airbag in these minivans uses a Non-Azide Driver airbag Inflator (NADI), which contains no phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant — a different design, and a different rec… Severity: high.
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