2004 Chevrolet Venture vs 2004 Honda Odyssey
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Honda Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 124 | 585 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 475 | 193 |
| Investigations | 1 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 41 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 68,000 mi | 108,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Venture | Honda Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 221 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 111 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 53 |
| Structure | 21 | 55 |
| Engine | 2 | 50 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 12 | 24 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 22 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 23 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 34 |
| Overheating | 7 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 31 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 21 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 14 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 14 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 13 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 12 |
2004 Chevrolet Venture
2004 Honda Odyssey
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.