2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs 2005 Honda Odyssey
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Honda Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 196 | 830 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 568 | 155 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 19–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 41,406 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Uplander | Honda Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 45 | 138 |
| Power Train | 9 | 106 |
| Electrical System | 57 | 54 |
| Steering | 9 | 99 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 87 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 90 |
| Engine | 5 | 68 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 45 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 47 |
| Won’t start | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 100 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 10 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 38 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 13 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 11 |
2005 Chevrolet Uplander
2005 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.