2005 Honda Odyssey
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Structure is the leading concern among 829 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 6th highest complaint count among 26 Odyssey model years with reports.
Of the 2005 reports, 19 involved a crash and 9 involved a fire. 32 people were injured.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Fuel system, gasoline, delivery, fuel pumpJul 28, 2014
Delphi Automotive Systems, LLC (Delphi) is recalling certain replacement fuel pump modules, part number FG1155-11B1, sold for use in 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The affected fuel pump may send an incorrect fuel reading to the fuel gauge possibly causing the vehicle to run out of fuel. The fuel gauge will always read 3/4 full to full regardless of the actual level.
A vehicle that runs out of fuel and stalls has an increased risk of a crash.
Delphi has begun notifying dealers and distributors, and will replace the fuel pump modules, free of charge. Owners may contact Delphi customer service at 1-877-411-8770. Delphi's number for this recall is GL14-004.
Campaign 14E049000 on NHTSA.gov
Fuel system, gasoline, delivery, fuel pumpMar 14, 2014
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured June 23, 2004, through September 4, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump strainer cover may deteriorate allowing fuel to leak out.
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Parts to permanently repair the affected vehicles are not currently available. Honda will notify owners with an interim letter during May 2014. A second notice was mailed to owners October 6, 2014 when the remedy became available. Any vehicles that are currently leaking from the fuel pump cover will get a replacement, original cover. All vehicles, including those receiving the interim repair, will get an improved cover when they are available. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. The recall numbers associated with this campaign are JD9 (inspection and/or preliminary part replacement) and JE0 (final parts replacement).
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Service brakes, hydraulic, foundation components, master cylinderOct 22, 2010
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 ODYSSEY AND ACURA RL VEHICLES. BRAKE FLUID CONTAINING POLYMERS IS USED THAT ACTS AS A LUBRICANT FOR CERTAIN BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENTS. IF REPLACEMENT BRAKE FLUID IS USED THAT DOES NOT CONTAIN SUCH POLYMERS, OR THAT CONTAINS ONLY SMALL AMOUNTS, A PART OF THE RUBBER SEAL LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER MAY BECOME DRY, AND THE SEAL MAY CURL DURING MOVEMENT OF THE PISTON. IF THIS OCCURS, A SMALL AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID COULD SLOWLY LEAK FROM THE SEAL INTO THE BRAKE BOOSTER.
A LEAK OF BRAKE FLUID COULD LEAD TO A CHANGE IN BRAKE PEDAL FEEL AND OVERTIME A DEGRADATION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER SEAL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
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Structure, body, hatchback/liftgateFeb 23, 2010
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005 ODYSSEY TOURING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER OPERATED REAR LIFTGATE. THE POWER LIFTGATE GAS STRUTS MAY DETERIORATE UNEXPECTEDLY EARLY. STRUTS THAT HAVE WORN OUT PREMATURELY MAY FAIL TO HOLD THE POWER LIFTGATE IN THE FULLY OPEN POSITION, CAUSING THE POWER LIFTGATE TO CLOSE UNEXPECTEDLY.
INJURY MAY RESULT FROM A POWER LIFTGATE CLOSING UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN A PERSON IS WITHIN THE CLOSING PATH OF THE LIFTGATE.
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE GAS LIFTGATE STRUTS AND REPLACE IF WITHIN THE RECALL POPULATION. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE CAMPAIGN BEGAN ON MARCH 26, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AUTOMOBILE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.
Campaign 10V055000 on NHTSA.gov
Fuel system, gasoline, delivery, fuel pumpMar 14, 2007
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, A COIL WIRE INSIDE THE FUEL PUMP RELAY MAY BREAK, CAUSING THE FUEL PUMP TO LOSE POWER. IF THE FUEL PUMP BECOMES INOPERATIVE, THE ENGINE MAY NOT START.
IF THE FUEL PUMP LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE COULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING, AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP RELAY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Campaign 07V097000 on NHTSA.gov
Air bags, frontal, sensor/control module-inactiveAug 1, 2005
THE FRONTAL AIR BAG SYSTEM HAS TWO EXTERNAL IMPACT SENSORS. ON CERTAIN MINI VANS,SOME SENSORS WERE INSUFFICIENTLY SEALED DURING MANUFACTURING. IF WATER ENTERS A SENSOR, CORROSION CAN OCCUR. CORRODED SENSORS COULD SHORT CIRCUIT INTERNALLY. IF SENSORS FAIL, THE SRS WARNING LAMP ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL TURN ON AND REMAIN ILLUMINATED.
FRONT IMPACT SENSOR FAILURE COULD CAUSE A DELAY IN, OR LOSS OF, FRONTAL AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, WHICH CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY IN A FRONTAL CRASH.
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT IMPACT SENSORS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
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Electrical system, wiring, fuses and circuit breakersApr 5, 2005
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A LOOSE TERMINAL IN THE MAIN FUSE BOX MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO LOSE POWER. IF THE FUEL PUMP BECOMES INOPERATIVE, THE ENGINE MAY NOT START.
IF THE FUEL PUMP LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE COULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENTIRE FUSE BOX FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 13, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238.
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Steering, columnFeb 3, 2005
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE STEERING COLUMN MAY BE INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL CAN CAUSE A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED BY TELEPHONE ON JANUARY 25, 2005, AND ARRANGEMENTS WERE MADE TO HAVE THEIR VEHICLES TOWED TO THEIR DEALERS AND HAVE THE REPAIRS PERFORMED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 25, 2005.
Campaign 05V039000 on NHTSA.gov
Service brakes, air, antilock, wheel speed sensorNov 15, 2004
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) USES A SENSOR ON EACH WHEEL TO DETECT WHEEL SPEED. SOME SENSORS ON THE REAR WHEELS WERE INSTALLED INCORRECTLY, WHICH MEANS THE SENSOR MAY REPORT THE WRONG WHEEL SPEED TO THE ABS CONTROL UNIT.
THE DRIVER COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF BRAKE FORCE AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSORS. IF AN INCORRECT GAP IS DETECTED, THE SENSOR WILL BE REMOVED AND THE KNUCKLE CHECKED FOR CROSS THREADING DAMAGE. IF DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE KNUCKLE WILL BE REPLACED. IF NO DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE SENSOR WILL BE REINSTALLED CORRECTLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 12, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Campaign 04V536000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints
829 reports, newest first.
Service brakes, Electric, Jan 28, 2010
HONDA ODYSSEY 2005: BRAKES FAIL WHEN STOPPING ON A CURVE/TURN. DEALERSHIP SAYS NOTHING WRONG YET IT CONTINUES TO HAPPEN ON WARM DAYS. DURING SUMMER MONTHS IN PA IT WILL HAPPEN AT LEAST ONCE A DAY. THERE IS A GRINDING SOUND FIRST AND THEN LOSS OF ALL CONTROL OF VEHICLES BRAKES. WONDERING IF SOMEONE NEEDS TO DIE BEFORE THIS IS FIXED!?! DEALERSHIP HAS HAD MY VEHICLE MANY TIMES ABOUT THIS AND "EVERYTHING IS FINE" CONTINUES TO HAPPEN. THE BRAKES SEEM SOFT COMPARED TO THE LOANER THEY GAVE ME. PLEASE HELP, THIS IS ENDANGERING MY FAMILY! ALL RECALLS FOR THIS VEHICLE HAVE BEEN PERFORMED, NOTHING HAS HELPED THE BRAKES INCLUDING THE FIX A FEW YEARS AGO. DEALERSHIP EVEN TELLS ME THEY HAVE NEVER HEARD OF THIS HAPPENING YET INTERNET RESEARCH SHOWS IT IS HAPPENING TO OTHERS! IT OCCURS DURING WARM WEATHER ANYWHERE FROM 55 DEGREES UP. THE RESULT IS DRIVER LOOSES CONTROL FOR A FEW SECONDS, LONG ENOUGH TO BE IN AN ACCIDENT, LUCKILY, I HAVE AVOIDED MANY OVER THE TIME I HAVE OWNED THE CAR.
Latches/locks/linkages, Jan 20, 2010
VEHICLE IS A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY EX WITH 89K MILES. THE PASSENGER-SIDE FRONT POWER DOOR LOCK FAILED, AND ALSO PREVENTED THE DOOR LOCK FROM BEING MANUALLY UNLOCKED. THIS WAS FIRST NOTICED ON DECEMBER 13, 2009. THERE IS NO DAMAGE TO THE DOOR, EITHER EXTERNALLY OR INTERNALLY. THE POWER DOOR LOCK CONTROL BUTTON WORKS CORRECTLY TO OPEN THE OTHER DOORS. A PASSENGER SITTING IN THIS SEAT CANNOT OPEN THE DOOR, AND IT CANNOT BE OPENED FROM THE OUTSIDE -- IT REMAINED LOCKED. I REPORTED THIS TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED, AND IT WAS STATED THIS TYPE OF FAILURE HAS NEVER OCCURRED BEFORE. I OBTAINED A REPAIR QUOTE OF APPROXIMATELY $200, ASSUMING THE LOCK ACTUATOR WAS AT FAULT. I THEN BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP ON DEC.23, 2009; THE INTERIOR DOOR PANEL WAS REMOVED, AND IT WAS CONFIRMED THE LOCK ACTUATOR HAD FAILED. THE PART (P/N 72115-S6A-J01) HAD TO BE ORDERED, AND THE FAULTY COMPONENT WAS REPLACED ON JAN.4, 2010. TOTAL COST FROM THE INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WAS $120.96. I HAVE RETAINED THE FAILED COMPONENT. *TR
Structure, Latches/locks/linkages, Jan 7, 2010
DRIVING HOME AFTER HAVING VEHICLE DETAILED PASSENGER REAR DOOR WOULD SNAP BACK OUT OF THE LATCH WOULDN'T STAY COMPLETELY CLOSED BEEPS WHEN IN DRIVE RUNS BATTERY DOWN WON'T ALWAYS OPEN OR SHUT SUDDENLY STARTED WORKING PROPERLY YEAR LATER HAD CAR DETAILED DOOR WOULDN'T WORK REPLACED A FUSE NEXT YEAR HAD IT DETAILED MESSED UP STARTED WORKING MESSED UP OFF AND ON TOOK IT IN MAY OF 2009 REPLACED CLOSER MOTOR NOV 2009 TOOK IT FOR DETAILING NEITHER DOOR WORKED REPLACED THE JUNCTION BOX HAS MESSED UP OFF AND ON SINCE THEN BEEPS WHEN IN GEAR RUNS BATTERY DOWN UNLATCHES ON ITS OWN WILL BE OKAY FOR A WHILE THEN ACTS UP AGAIN ACTING UP MORE THAN FIXED SINCE NOV 2009. *TR
Steering, Dec 22, 2009
POWER STEERING FAILED IN HONDA ODYSSEY 2005. HEARD INTERMITTENT GRINDING NOISES WHEN STEERING, BUT NOISE GOES AWAY IN WARMER TEMPERATURES. HAD PROBLEMS STEERING AND TOOK IT TO THE HONDA DEALERSHIP. COST ME $650 TO REPLACE POWER STEERING PUMP AND RESERVOIR. THE CAR ONLY HAS 60,000 MILES ON IT. I HAVE NEVER REPLACED A POWER STEERING PUMP IN ANY CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED AND I HAVE ONE NOW THAT HAS 175,000 MILES ON IT. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS ESPECIALLY IF IT WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING. FORTUNATELY MINE DIDN'T BUT I COULD OF HAD A SERIOUS WRECK. *TR
Power train, Dec 20, 2009
BETWEEN 35-40 MILES PER HOUR TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING. VAN IS 4.5 YEARS OLD WITH 53,000 MILES. DEALER SAYS TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT AN OUT OF POCKET EXPENSE OF $3400. THIS IS ON A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY EX-L WITH NAVIGATION. *TR
Power train, Dec 18, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY. WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN SPEEDS 25 MPH TO 45 MPH THE VEHICLE SHUDDERS AS IF IT WILL STALL . THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS REPLACED. SEVERAL MONTHS AFTER THE REPAIR THE FAILURE RESURFACED. THE TECHNICIAN AT THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 68,000.
Steering, Dec 17, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE TIE ROD DETACHED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A CONSEQUENCE THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE BECAME LOOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM AND FRONT TIE ROD REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING REPAIRED FOR THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 48,000.
Steering, Dec 14, 2009
POWER STEERING PUMP IS NOISY AT LOW RPM AND VEHICLE IS HARD TO TURN AT SLOW SPEEDS. TAKING VAN TO DEALER FOR WARRANTY WORK. *TR
Vehicle speed control, Dec 13, 2009
I ACCELERATED TO PASS A TRUCK WHILE ON THE PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE. MY ACCELERATOR STUCK DOING 60. I COULD NOT RELEASE IT BY STEPPING ON BREAK OR PUMPING IT. I NOTICED THAT MY CRUISE CONTROL HAD TURNED ITSELF ON. I TURNED IT OFF. I STOOD WITH ALL MY WEIGHT ON THE BRAKE AND SLOWED DOWN ONLY MARGINALLY. I PULLED ON THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND SLOWED DOWN TO ABOUT 20, WHERE I WAS ABLE TO THROW IT IN PARK AND STOP. FORTUNATELY, NO ONE WAS HURT. I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT CAUSED THE ACCELERATOR IN MY 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY TO STICK. I DIDN'T REPORT TO POLICE, BUT TO 911, BECAUSE I NEEDED ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE. *TR
Steering, Dec 8, 2009
STEERING SYSTEM IS SQUEALING VERY LOUD INTERMITTENTLY AND DOES NOT OPERATE SMOOTHLY WHICH EFFECTS DRIVER JUDGMENT IN OPERATING THE VEHICLE AND THEREFORE SAFETY OF USING THE VEHICLE. *TR
Steering, Dec 6, 2009
THE POWER STEERING IS MAKING NOISES WHICH ARE PROGRESSIVELY GETTING WORSE. 1) THE NOISES STARTED ABOUT 2 MONTHS AGO AND WERE A RESULT OF REGULAR DRIVING AROUND TOWN. 2) THE NOISES USED TO BE INTERMITTENT, BY NOW THEY CAN BE HEARD ALL THE TIME. 3) PROBLEM HAS YET TO BE CORRECTED TO DATE. WILL BE REPAIRED WITHIN THE NEXT COUPLE OF WEEKS. *TR
Electrical system, Dec 3, 2009, fire
MY WAS DRIVING HOME FROM PICKING UP MY THREE CHILDREN FROM SCHOOL WHEN SHE SMELLED SMOKE COMING FROM THE AIR VENTS. SHE CHECKED THE RADIATOR GAUGE THINKING IT WAS THE RADIATOR BUT THE TEMP WAS NORMAL. SHE PULLED OFF THE ROAD ON THE SIDE STREET WHEN SHE GOT OUT SHE SAW FIRE DRIP DOWN FROM UNDER THE CAR THANK GOD SHE GOT THE CHILDREN AND HERSELF OUT. SHE CALLED 911 AND THE FIRE TRUCK PUT THE FIRE OUT.THE 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY VAN IS TOTALED. *TR
Structure, Dec 2, 2009
HONDA 2005 ODYSSEY SLIDING DOOR GETS STUCK. DOES NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY. *TR
Steering, Nov 24, 2009
NOISE IN POWER STEERING PUMP; NOW FAILS TO TURN AT LOW SPEEDS; BEING TOLD TO REPLACE POWER STEERING PUMP BY DEALER. NUMEROUS ARTICLES ON INTERNET FROM LIKE OWNERS WITH SAME PROBLEM. THIS SEEM TO BE A DEFECT FOR RECALL. IT IS ALSO A SAFETY ISSUE AS YOU HAVE NO POWER STEERING AT LOW SPEEDS LIKE IN PARKING LOTS WHERE MANY ACCIDENTS OCCUR. *TR
Engine and engine cooling, Nov 24, 2009
I HAVE A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY, ONLY 4 YEARS OLD AND THE DEALER IS TELLING ME I NEED 3 ENGINE MOUNTS REPLACED, THAT THEY ARE A WEAR AND TEAR ITEM, DOESN'T SOUND RIGHT. I ALSO NEED 2 COMPLIANCE ARM BUSHINGS AND A RADIATOR WHICH WAS PUNCTURED NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW HOW ENGINE MOUNTS NEEDS TO BE REPLACED WITHIN 4 YEARS; THERE HAS GOT TO BE SOMETHING WRONG. *TR
Air bags, Nov 19, 2009
ORIGINAL OWNER OF VEHICLE WITH 59K MILES. SRS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. DEALER DIAGNOSED AS DTC CODE 44-11, SIDE RIGHT SIDE IMPACT SENSOR. SENSOR (P/N 77970-SHJ-305) WAS REPLACED AND SRS FAULT CLEARED. REPLACED PART IS AVAILABLE. *TR
Steering, Nov 9, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH HE HEARD A PECULIAR NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE FAILURE WAS CONTRIBUTED TO AIR BUBBLES IN THE STEERING FLUID. THE STEERING FLUID WAS DRAINED AND REPLACED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED FOURS MONTHS AFTER THE SERVICE REPAIR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR THE IDENTICAL FAILURES, AND THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 56,000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 75,000.
Visibility, Oct 26, 2009
THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY COMBUSTED WHILE DRIVING (SPEED 50, TEMP 63 DEGREES). WE HAD 4 KIDS IN THE CAR AT THE TIME (2 NOT MINE) AND GLASS HIT EACH OCCUPANT. LUCKILY NO ONE GOT CUT, BUT MY SON DID GET HIT IN THE EYE. WILL BE BRINGING IT TO THE DEALER TODAY. *TR
Structure, Oct 26, 2009
2005 HONDA ODYSSEY SIDE DOOR. WHEN PRESSING THE BUTTON TO CLOSE THE DOOR AUTOMATICALLY, IT BEGINS TO CLOSE AND THEN OPENS RIGHT BACK UP AND CLOSE AGAIN. THIS DOOR HAS CLOSED ON MY CHILDREN AND SQUISHES THEM QUITE A BIT BEFORE IT RETRACTS. *TR
Tires, Oct 23, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY, WITH MICHELIN ENERGY LX4 TIRES, TIRE SIZE 235/710/460A. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 50-65 MPH THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHIMMY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THE TIRES WERE BALANCED. HOWEVER THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED ON TEN SEPARATE OCCASIONS FOR IDENTICAL FAILURES. NONE OF THE REPAIRS HAVE REMEDIED THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
Air bags, Oct 14, 2009
SRS LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. *TR
Air bags, Sep 25, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL; WHICH INDICATES THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG IS INOPERATIVE. AS A CONSEQUENCE IN A SITUATION THAT WARRANTS THE AIR BAGS MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND A TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE CABLE REAR ASSEMBLY. PRIOR TO THIS REPAIR THE AIR BAG SENSORS WERE REPLACED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 73,900. UPDATED 10/21/09 *BF UPDATED 10/20/09*JB
Wheels, Sep 16, 2009
2005 HONDA ODYSSEY EX-L. BOTH REAR WHEEL BEARINGS/HUBS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. STARTED MAKING RUMBLING NOISE AT ABOUT 63,000 MILES; REPLACED AT 69,000 MILES. VEHICLE IS USED FOR LIGHT DUTY - NO TRAILORING OR HEAVY LOADS. *TR
Steering, Sep 14, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, HE NOTICED THAT THE BATTERY LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THEN HE LOST STEERING POWER. IT WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT. A LOCAL MECHANIC STATED THAT THE BOLT HOLDING THE BELT TENSIONER ON THE ALTERNATOR BRACKET WAS IMPROPERLY INSTALLED WHICH CAUSED THE POWER STEERING TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY BEING REPAIRED AT A COST OF $700.00. THE CONTACT FILED A COMPLAINT WITH THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING THE STEERING FAILURE AND WAS ADVISED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE INSPECTED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 75,000.
Power train, Structure, Sep 12, 2009
A STRONG VIBRATION OCCURS WHEN THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS FROM SECOND TO THIRD GEAR. THE DRIVER MUST ACCELERATE OR DECELERATE TO STOP THE RUMPLING. EVENTUALLY THE TRANSMISSION FAILS. THIS HAPPENED TO ME AND HUNDREDS OF OTHER OWNERS AS EVIDENCED BY REPORTS TO EDMUNDS. HONDA SAYS IT IS NORMAL. *TR