2002 Honda Odyssey EX
5FNRL18662B000425
Vehicle history report for the 2002 Honda Odyssey EX (VIN 5FNRL18662B000425). Gray, minivan, 3.5L 6-cyl 240 hp, gasoline. 202,759 mi reported. Registered in Ca. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
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What's a 2002 Honda Odyssey worth?
What comparable 2002 Honda Odyssey vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2002 Honda Odyssey.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Crash-test safety ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2002 Honda Odyssey.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program, tested as the 2002 Honda Odyssey w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2002 Honda Odyssey costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($1,761) with the same model 3 model-years older ($1,300), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN 5FNRL18662B000425
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2002 Honda Odyssey.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 972 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Honda Odyssey, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 972
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2002 Honda Odyssey.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The van completely shuts down no matter where I am. When I try to turn it back on the green key light DOES NOT appear on the dash. The van will still crank but will not turn over. Until the green key light appears on the left side of the dash. I have to sit anywhere from 5 minutes up until 8 hours one day. It does this 3 to 4 times a day. The only warning I …
NHTSA ODI #11653320STEERING,STRUCTURE,WHEELS
I was involved in a traffic collision on December 15, 2023. The California DMV requires a brake and light inspection for a salvage retention reregistration of my car. After going to two brake and light shops they will not perform a brake and light inspection due to a recall P30 04V-176. I went to a Honda dealer to get the recall fixed and they said they cann…
NHTSA ODI #11634080SEATS
The contact owns a 2002 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the power seat lifted inadvertently while accelerating and when the brake pedal was depressed, the front corner of the seat went back down. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a complaint was filed. The failure…
NHTSA ODI #11631557AIR BAGS
SRS light stays on. According to my mechanic, it is a SRS fault 1-1 which is a resistance issue at assembly, not the coil.
NHTSA ODI #11623260AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2002 Honda Odyssey. The contact received recall notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V501000(Air Bags) and 15V320000(Air Bags) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list because he no longer owns the vehicle. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted.
NHTSA ODI #11621991AIR BAGS
Drivers side, side-curtain airbag spontaneously deployed.
NHTSA ODI #11554906VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
I've noticed that while driving the vehicle maintains speed/accelerate (without gas pedal pressed, and with cruise control off). I have to constantly fight the vehicle's constant acceleration with brakes. While idling, it keeps going to high RPM and then reduce and then high RPM.
NHTSA ODI #11524302TIRES
The contact owns a 2002 Honda Odyssey equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Defender XT, Tire Size: 225/60R16, DOT Number: AP3V047X. The contact stated while replacing the driver's and passenger's side front tires, the contact noticed chunks of tread detaching from the tires. The tire retailer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that th…
NHTSA ODI #11501618+ 964 more complaints on record.
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Frequently asked questions
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Is the VIN 5FNRL18662B000425 valid?
5FNRL18662B000425 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2002 Honda Odyssey.
Does the 2002 Honda Odyssey have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2002 Honda Odyssey. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2002 Honda Odyssey?
Comparable 2002 Honda Odyssey listings run roughly $900–$2,600, typically around $1,761 (from 145 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What is the 2002 Honda Odyssey safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2002 Honda Odyssey crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What fuel economy does the 2002 Honda Odyssey get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2002 Honda Odyssey at about 19 mpg combined (16 city / 23 highway).
Data last checked 5 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.