P0302 on Honda Odyssey
Cylinder 2 Misfire Detected
Methodology: Reviewed against the SAE J2012 generic DTC definition and NHTSA owner-complaint patterns, then scoped to Honda Odyssey context without treating complaints as confirmed diagnoses.
Sources: SAE/OBD-II definitions, manufacturer service information, and public reliability reports (including NHTSA where applicable).
- SAE J2012 Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions — Generic diagnostic trouble code definition reference for P0302.
- NHTSA recalls, complaints, and manufacturer communications — Used to check public owner complaint context, recall status, and safety-related manufacturer communications by VIN or vehicle.
Limits: Guidance is informational and may not match every model-year or revision. Confirm with the official manual and diagnostics before replacing parts. For safety-critical or electrical work, use a qualified technician.
What P0302 Means on Your Honda Odyssey
P0302 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Cylinder 2 Misfire Detected. This code relates to the ignition system system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.
Real Honda Odyssey Owner Reports
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
"The check engine light started to blink and the vsa came on as well. this happened after i pulled into our driveway thank goodness because the engine started to shake the car. we took the van in our local dealership and it had a p0302 code. engine misfire."
"Honda Odessey 2013Driving down a highway at 55mph when we heard a loud backfire. Engine light came on, car shook violently. We immediately pulled into a gas station where a mechanic was present. Mechanic scanned for codes and codes p0302 and P0303 came up."
"Driving down the road at 45mph when suddenly in heavy traffic my 2013 Honda Odyssey's check engine light begins flashing and the vehicle begins to shudder. I was unable to accelerate to the speed limit and had to pull the vehicle over."
"A service bulletin and warranty extension for 2011 - 2013 odyssey's was issued on january 20, 2015 regarding an issue with piston rings resulting in the fouling of spark plugs setting dtc's p0301 through p0304. late in 2019 our odyssey threw a p0302 code and started running very rough."
"Today i found out that my pistons were bad in my 2013 odyssey. i had just had my points, plugs and wires changed out in late november early december. i was surprised to see that this is a common problems with the odysseys."
All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year
Common Causes on Honda Odyssey
Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
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Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
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Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.