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2010 Honda Odyssey

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2010 Odyssey.

Body VANTransmission Automatic 5-spd

The 2010 Honda Odyssey is a VAN built on a minivan platform, featuring a 4.5‑qt oil capacity with 0W‑20 API viscosity and paired with an Automatic 5‑spd transmission that delivers EPA‑rated 16/23/18 mpg. It has accumulated 254 owner complaints, most frequently in the Structure category, and has been recalled twice. In the model’s extensive complaint history from 1990 to 2026, the 2010 year records a complaint level well below the peak 972 complaints of 2002 but above the single‑digit low of 1994, situating it in the middle of the Odyssey’s reliability spectrum. That placement reflects a moderate issue frequency for a vehicle of its era and mileage range.

Model year202620242023202220212020201920182010

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque94 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy16/23/18 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24F · 550 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 24F · 550 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP235-65R16OEM · verified
Wheel / rimN/A inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length201.2 in
Overall width77.2 in
Overall height68.9 in
Wheelbase118.1 in
Curb weight4392 lb
Track (front / rear)66.5 / 66.5 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)55/45

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined16 / 23 / 18 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Odyssey of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

8.6–9.8 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.60 sec — 2007 EX-L
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2007EX-L 3.5L V68.60 sec16.70 sec244 hpFWD
2005Touring 3.5L V68.60 sec16.50 sec255 hpFWD
2005EX 3.5L V68.70 sec16.80 sec255 hpFWD
2005Touring 3.5L V69.80 sec16.50 sec255 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.5 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 94 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 3
Engine Oil0W-20 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4.5 qt

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts54 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts16 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts23 ft-lbs
Main Bearings11MM Bolts: 54 ft-lbs, 10MM Bolts: 36 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs9 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts94 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub242 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-4-2-5-3-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance2 degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPMIdle rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.54-1.65 lbs
Oil TypePAG 46
Oil Capacity4.22-4.63 oz
Standard BCI Group Number24F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance550 cca

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)55.0
Engine Compression135 Minimum PSI. 28 Maximum variation PSI
Engine Oil Pressure10 psi @ idle, 71 psi @ 3000 rpm psi
Intake Valve Lash0.008-0.009 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.011-0.013 in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket37 ft-lbs / 16 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle101 ft-lbs / 65 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.063; Rear: 0.063 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0006 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0016 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.098 in / 0.429 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.106 in / 0.437 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
114 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9014 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
147 ft. lbs, step 2: 6047 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

At 160,000 miUniversal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2010 Honda Odyssey sits in the middle of a decline in complaints that began in the mid‑1990s and peaked in 2003, dropping from 940 complaints in 2003 to 254 in 2010. Recall activity also fell sharply, with 15 recalls in 2003 versus only 2 in 2010, while investigations remained negligible. In the 2010 model year, the top complaint areas—Structure (40), Engine (28), Service Brakes (21), and Power Train (14)—were all below the peak levels seen in the early 2000s, and crash and fire complaints (11 and 7, respectively) were modest. Compared to the years immediately before (2009, 198 complaints) and after (2011, 232 complaints), 2010 shows a stable, relatively low‑issue profile. Thus, a 2010 Odyssey represents a year that benefited from the downward trend in safety and reliability issues, making it a reasonable choice for a used buyer seeking fewer federal complaints.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
62
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
254
Owner complaints
11 involved a crash · 7 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 254 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Structure40
Engine28
Service Brakes21
Power Train14
Electrical System10
Unknown Or Other9
Service Brakes, Hydraulic8
Fuel/Propulsion System7

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

14E049000Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel PumpReported 28/07/2014

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… 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…

14V112000Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel PumpReported 14/03/2014

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… 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 62 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
A21120A2023-06-13Electrical SystemService News - The navigation clock and date are incorrect. This is due to a limited GPS…
A21120A2022-01-25EquipmentServiceNews Article - The clock shows the incorrect time. This issue is due to a limited…
A07-0302021-01-23Equipment"Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant…
DOR-M9J4S-072020-06-03Engine And Engine CoolingThese SKUs are Exhaust Manifolds with Catalytic Converters. The customer communication…
APP051220202020-05-12EquipmentDealer Message - The May episode of Tech2Tech is now posted. We've got some valuable…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2010 Odyssey take?

4.5 qt of 0W-20 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2010 Odyssey have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Odyssey get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 23 highway / 18 combined mpg.