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2006 Honda Odyssey EX-L

The 2006 Honda Odyssey EX-L is a 244-hp 3.5-liter minivan with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $30,795 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.

It makes 244 horsepower at 5,750 rpm and 240 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm, spinning to a 6,300 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).

The Odyssey measures 201.0 inches long on a 118.1-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeMinivan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$30,795 ($49,645 *)
MSRP with Destination$31,390 ($50,604 *)
Destination Charge$595
Engine
Engine Type3.5-liter SOHC 24-valve i-VTEC V-6 with VCM
Displacement3.5 L
Horsepower244 hp @ 5,750 rpm
Torque240 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Redline6,300 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC 24-Valve i-VTEC with VCM
Bore and Stroke89 x 93
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeMulti-Point Fuel Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Transmission
Transmission5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined20 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded
Tank Capacity21 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionFront strut
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone
Front Stabilizer Bar23 mm
Turning Diameter36.7 ft
Dimensions & Weight
Length201 in
Width77.1 in
Height70 in
Wheelbase118.1 in
Front Track66.7 in
Rear Track66.8 in
Interior
Headroom Front39.2 in
Legroom Front40.8 in
Shoulder Room Front63.5 in
Hip Room Front57 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2006 Honda Odyssey w/SAB

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Honda ODYSSEY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jul 28, 2014 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Delphi Automotive Systems, LLC (Delphi) is recalling certain replacement fuel pump modules, part number FG1155-11B1, sold for use in 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The affected fuel pump may send an incorrect fuel reading to the fuel gauge possibly causing the vehicle to run out of fuel. The fuel gauge will always read 3/4 full to full regardless of the actual level.

Consequence: A vehicle that runs out of fuel and stalls has an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy: Delphi has begun notifying dealers and distributors, and will replace the fuel pump modules, free of charge. Owners may contact Delphi customer service at 1-877-411-8770. Delphi's number for this recall is GL14-004.

NHTSA campaign 14E049000

Mar 14, 2014 · 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.

Consequence: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Parts to permanently repair the affected vehicles are not currently available. Honda will notify owners with an interim letter during May 2014. A second notice was mailed to owners October 6, 2014 when the remedy became available. Any vehicles that are currently leaking from the fuel pump cover will get a replacement, original cover. All vehicles, including those receiving the interim repair, will get an improved cover when they are available. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. The recall numbers associated with this campaign are JD9 (inspection and/or preliminary part replacement) and JE0 (final parts replacement).

NHTSA campaign 14V112000

Oct 22, 2010 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 ODYSSEY AND ACURA RL VEHICLES. BRAKE FLUID CONTAINING POLYMERS IS USED THAT ACTS AS A LUBRICANT FOR CERTAIN BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENTS. IF REPLACEMENT BRAKE FLUID IS USED THAT DOES NOT CONTAIN SUCH POLYMERS, OR THAT CONTAINS ONLY SMALL AMOUNTS, A PART OF THE RUBBER SEAL LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER MAY BECOME DRY, AND THE SEAL MAY CURL DURING MOVEMENT OF THE PISTON. IF THIS OCCURS, A SMALL AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID COULD SLOWLY LEAK FROM THE SEAL INTO THE BRAKE BOOSTER.

Consequence: A LEAK OF BRAKE FLUID COULD LEAD TO A CHANGE IN BRAKE PEDAL FEEL AND OVERTIME A DEGRADATION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER SEAL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.

NHTSA campaign 10V504000

Jul 26, 2006 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MOTORCYCLES, THE OWNER'S MANUALS CONTAIN INCORRECT CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S (NHTSA) VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE.

Consequence: THE LANGUAGE IN THE OWNER'S MANUALS IS NOT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS.

Remedy: HONDA WILL SEND A POSTCARD TO DEALERS AND OWNERS WITH THE CORRECT NHTSA VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE INFORMATION AND WITH INSTRUCTIONS TO INSERT THE CARD INTO THE "REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS" SECTION OF THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 2, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009, ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238 OR HONDA MOTORCYCLES AT 1-866-784-1870.

NHTSA campaign 06V270000

703 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2006 Honda ODYSSEY

Owner Complaints

703 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 Honda ODYSSEY (27 mention a crash, 11 a fire, 32 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Steering127
Structure101
Power Train87
Service Brakes75
Engine74
Engine And Engine Cooling71
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
May 17, 2026 · Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance
“Forward collision mitigation system displays an error message and does not function. This has been replaced once and continues to fail. The car also turns off at stop lights with the fuel saving…”
Jul 24, 2025 · Electrical System
“Electrical issues”
Dec 30, 2024 · Exterior Lighting, Unknown Or Other, Visibility/Wiper
“The night before Christmas Eve, I was commuting home from the neighboring city, which is about a 25 minute drive home from where I was currently located. It was late in the evening and 2 of my…”
Oct 27, 2024 · Electrical System
“The back doors start to open and close alone, then they did not open. I had to disconnect the electric doors .And the A/C It turns on by itself”
Jun 28, 2024 · Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes, Engine
“On [XXX] I purchased a 2006 Honda Odyssey from DFW cash cars LLC 325 N RIVERSIDE DRIVE fort Worth Texas and the dealer gdn is p167677 the VIN number for the vehicle is [XXX] WHEN I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2006 HONDA ODYSSEY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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