Sell your 1998 Honda Odyssey for cash

The 1998 Honda Odyssey is a wagon that came with a 2.3L 4-cyl engine. At 28 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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1998 Honda Odyssey at a glance

Body styleMidsize Station Wagons
Engines2.3L 4-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,200 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂423 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA1 configuration
Age28 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 28 years old, most of a 1998 Odyssey's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a wagon, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1998 Odyssey. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the electrical system, typically around 137,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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1998 Honda Odyssey recalls

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering the 1998 Honda Odyssey. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Air BagsJan 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V026000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu…

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios incr

Electrical SystemMay 2002 · NHTSA campaign 02V120000

On certain sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, and sport utility vehicles, electrical contacts in the ignition switch can degrade due to the high electrical current passing through the switch when the vehicle is started.

Risk: Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

SuspensionMay 1999 · NHTSA campaign 99V069000

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Certain vehicles were manufactured with ball joints that can prematurely wear out and, in the worse case, the ball joint would separate causing the front suspension to collapse.

Risk: This condition would result in vehicle deceleration and a sudden loss of power. Also steering controllability would be reduced.

Common 1998 Odyssey problems

Owners have filed 73 complaints about the 1998 Honda Odyssey with NHTSA. 2 reports involved a crash and 3 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 4 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Electrical System13
  • Electrical System9
  • Power Train9
  • Electrical System7
  • Air Bags6
  • Electrical System4

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Electrical System137,000 mi
  • Electrical System180,000 mi
  • Power Train99,000 mi
  • Electrical System130,000 mi
  • Air Bags109,000 mi

1998 Honda Odyssey service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 45 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 1998 Honda Odyssey. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Service Brakes8
  • Hydraulic7
  • Electrical System5
  • Equipment4
  • Power Train4
  • Suspension3

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 2004 · 05012004

    Audio unit and navigation system anti-theft codes available on interactive network. *nm

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2004 · 404

    Audio, anti-theft codes. Honda. Tech line summary. *tt

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFeb 2004 · 204

    Grunt noise after sitting for several hours. *nm

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsNov 2003 · 11012003

    Heater blower motor gets hot or blows a fuse. Honda. Servicenews. *tt

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Selling a 1998 Odyssey: questions

How much is a 1998 Honda Odyssey worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 1998 Odyssey that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 1998 Odysseys that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 1998 Odyssey with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1998 Honda Odyssey; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 1998 Odyssey?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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