Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2012 Odyssey.
The 2012 Honda Odyssey is a van featuring a 5-speed automatic transmission and an EPA fuel economy rating of 18/27/21 mpg. Maintenance for this model requires 4.5 quarts of 0W-20 API engine oil. With five recalls and 241 total owner complaints—primarily in the service brakes area—this model year sits between the 972-complaint peak of 2002 and the single-complaint low of 1994.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
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.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 5-spd |
| Overall length | 202.8 in |
| Overall width | 79.1 in |
| Overall height | 68.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in |
| Curb weight | 4416 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 67.7 / 68.1 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 56/44 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 18 / 27 / 21 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
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.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Touring Elite 3.5L V6 | 7.30 sec | 15.60 sec | 248 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | Touring Elite 3.5L V6 | 7.40 sec | 15.80 sec | 248 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | Touring Elite 3.5L V6 | 7.40 sec | 15.70 sec | 248 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | Touring Elite 3.5L V6 | 7.50 sec | 15.90 sec | 248 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | EX-L 3.5L V6 | 7.90 sec | 16.10 sec | 248 hp | FWD |
| 2014 | Touring Elite 3.5L V6 | 7.50 sec | 15.80 sec | 248 hp | FWD |
| 2014 | Touring Elite 3.5L V6 | 7.90 sec | 16.10 sec | 248 hp | FWD |
| 2014 | Touring Elite 3.5L V6 | 8.00 sec | 16.30 sec | 248 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 4.5 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil. Torque lug nuts to 94 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.6 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.3 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.5 qt |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 54 ft-lbs |
| Main Bearings | 11MM Bolts: 54 ft-lbs, 10MM Bolts: 36 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 30.0 ft-lbs |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs | 9 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 94 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 36.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 242 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 740 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance | 2 degrees |
| Ignition Timing Reference RPM | Idle rpm |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.54-1.65 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 24F |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 550 cca |
| Engine Compression | 135 Minimum PSI. 28 Maximum variation PSI |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 37 ft-lbs / 25 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 101 ft-lbs / 65 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.063 in |
| Minimum Shoe Thickness | 0.039 in |
| Rotor Max Parallel Variation | 0.0006 in |
| Rotor Runout Limit | 0.0016 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 1.102 in / 0.433 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 1.102 in / 0.433 in |
| 1 | 14 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 14 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 48 ft. lbs., step 2: 60 | 48 ft. lbs |
Prep Measure the diameter of each cylinder head bolt at point A and point B. Point A = 45.00 mm from thread end and point B = 50.00 mm from thread end. If either diameter is less than 11.3 mm (0.445 in), Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.
| 1 | 22.0.0 ft. lbs. | |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | If using new bolts turn an additional 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2012 Honda Odyssey shows 241 complaints, 5 recalls, and 133 TSBs, placing it in a period of relative stability compared to the generation's peaks. Looking at the trend, complaint volumes hovered between 199 and 307 from 2010 through 2016, with 2012 sitting squarely in this moderate range—slightly higher than 2011 (232) but lower than 2014 (307). Notably, the subsequent generation shift around 2018 brought a dramatic spike to 939 complaints and 16 recalls, making the 2012 model's era look comparatively calm. The top complaint areas—Service Brakes (38), Electrical System (19), Structure (19), and Engine (17)—include 14 crash-related complaints and 6 fire-related complaints, though the data doesn't specify root causes. Given that 2012 falls before the significant quality issues that emerged in the 2018-2019 model years, it represents a reasonably safe within-generation choice, though buyers should verify all recall and TSB work has been completed.
All 241 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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… Remedy: 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 (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… Remedy: 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…
Showing 5 of 133 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| APD04142022901 | 2022-04-14 | Trailer Hitches | Dealer message - On January 23, 2016, American Honda announced a product update for… |
| APaS02262021902 | 2021-02-26 | Service Brakes | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016… |
| APaS02102021902 | 2021-02-10 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016… |
| A07-030 | 2021-01-23 | Equipment | "Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant… |
| APaS01222021909 | 2021-01-22 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
4.5 qt of 0W-20 API, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 18 city / 27 highway / 21 combined mpg.