1999 Honda Odyssey Problems and Repair Histories

Year	Make/Model	Trips/Year/100 Cars	Compared to all models for the same year
1999	Honda Odyssey		14 Odysseys, 10.4 months of data per Odyssey, average 165000 miles Small sample size. Join or 14 Odysseys, 10.4 months of data per Odyssey, average 165000 miles Small sample size. sign in to view	see reported repairs

Honda in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2011	152000		First odometer entry
Sep	2011	154000	825	Replaced front and right side engine mounts. A very common problem with this model of Odyssey Check Engine Light: PGM code P1457 EVAP Emission Control System leak detected (control canister system). Engine would barley idle, then apparently computer over rode and bypassed bad solenoid until problem could be corrected.

 

Honda in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2007	200000		First odometer entry
Mar	2007	202000	0	loss of dash board power no gauges working while vehicle was in motion, also small amount of smoke coming from steering column. We were told it could be ignition switch going bad. Vehicle still works and issue has not returned.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2013	220000		First odometer entry
May	2013	220000	70	Fuel Filler pipe leak - code 1456

 

Honda in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2008	249000		First odometer entry
Oct	2008	251000	3000	Had transmission rebuilt, CV boot replaced, brakes also done this past year, I cleaned out the egr port myself and replaced the idle air valve.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Washington, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2009	190000		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	198000	335	Leaves were blocking AC intake. System was recharged and leaves were removed. Popping sound when turning wheels at a stop. Front struts replaced/installed.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2009	116000		First odometer entry
Nov	2009	117000	2901	compliance bushings, both sides, in front suspension replaced. TCS light, slipping in 3rd and 4th. rebuild transmission right headlight low beam failed. replaced both sides.
Dec	2009	118000	250	replaced catalytic converter with aftermarket one; cleared CEL transmission input speed sensor replaced
May	2010	122000	44	Replaced ignition coil. OBD code P1399 etc
Sep	2010	127000	240	a/c failure; diagnosed as discharge hose, parts ordered 3rd party; changed oil (synthetic) intermittent ignition switch; known recall issue; need to take to dealer
Oct	2010	128000	240	AC compressor discharge hose leaking. Diagnosed leak with dye. replaced hose, dryer, o rings, evacuated and recharged system. Note replacement part did not fit, had to bend pipe.
Dec	2010	133000	40	electric power door controller fail and wiring fault
Jan	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2006	103000		First odometer entry
Dec	2006	105000	120	replace starter motor
Dec	2007	118000	120	Replace EGR valve, clean EGR port in inlet manifold
Apr	2008	123000	5	Replace door handle.
Jul	2008	129000	70	Replace VTEC solenoid
Dec	2008	135000	600	Replace catalytic converter and both oxygen sensors
Apr	2009	142000	30	Abrupt shift from gear 1 to 2. Clean screen filters under shift solenoid on transmission.
Jun	2009	142000	140	Replace leaking radiator
Jul	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2009	95480		First odometer entry
Aug	2009	96720	800	Timing belt maintenance
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2010	139500		First odometer entry
Aug	2012	153140	400	misfiring. replaced plugs
Mar	2013	155620		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2010	145000		First odometer entry
Jun	2010	148000	250	Timing belt and water pump. Also brake, transmission, and power steering fluids, coolant, and belts.
Sep	2010	152000	200	Ignition Coils (all 6 were replaced but possible only 2 bad)
Jan	2011	155700	165	Shocks, Struts & Outer Tie Rod Ends
May	2012	170700	36	New oxygen sensors, up and downstream. Purchased on eBay and spliced into the existing wiring harnesses. Replaced preventively because of odometer and about to go on a long trip.
Jun	2012	172000	0	Clogged EGR Port under the intake manifold plenum was completely clogged. I removed the intake plenum and chipped away the carbon deposits using a small screwdriver and vacuum. Found good video instructions on YouTube for P0401 code.
Dec	2012	176000	640	Replaced outer tie rod ends on both sides Replaced stabilizer bar links on both sides Replaced the tree engine mounts. NOT THE TRANSMISSION MOUNTS.
Mar	2013	179000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2008	84320		First odometer entry
Dec	2010	111600	200	Front universal joints had to be repaired. Exhaust yoke had rusted. Got new yoke and welded onto exhaust system
Aug	2012	120900	1000	Intermittent squealing noise from right rear wheel when braking. Brake fluid leaking in right rear brake. Replaced cylinder. Changed pads for all 4 wheels.
Mar	2013	124000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2011	112000		First odometer entry
Mar	2011	114000	360	A coil burned out on one of the spark plugs, car ran rough and chk engine light came on.
Oct	2011	118000	0	Intermittantly losing all power. Problem found to be a faulty ignition switch which was repaired under a recall. No charge.
Jan	2012	120000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2011	112000		First odometer entry
Aug	2011	178000	225	Brakes losing stopping power, noise evident.
Mar	2013	204000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2010	184760		First odometer entry
Sep	2010	186000	1350	Alternator/ignition/battery replaced- stereo system damaged by electrical malfunction of alternator, not repaired

 

Honda in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2008	83080		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	88040	400	replace control arm compliance bushings - both sides
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2010	149000		First odometer entry
Jul	2010	149000	0	Transmission dead (third to die in this car). Sold as junk for $700.

 

Honda in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2010	172980		First odometer entry
Jun	2010	181040	2400	transmission rebuild - torque converter clutch failure.
Sep	2010	186620	144	Noisy exhaust. Gaskets replaced by dealer.
Jun	2011	197160	500	transmission sensor - electrical. Was causing delayed shift from 1st to 2nd gear. This code was detected due to a bad ignition coil inspection. Both ignition coil and transmission sensor were replaced.

 

Honda in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2009	112840		First odometer entry
Mar	12			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2007	160000		First odometer entry
Oct	2007	163000	2800	Transmission would not shift correctly from R to D4. Also would not engage smoothly from 1st to 2nd. Transmission was torn down -> suspected root cause is failed shift solenoid(s) which also resulted in premature wear of clutchpack discs.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Washington, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2006	109000		First odometer entry
Jan	2010	161000	35	lock actuator replaced on drivers side door
Jan	2011	176000	0	CEL P0740, transmission was also shifting late and hard, probably needed new transmission

 

Honda in Alabama, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2006	202000		First odometer entry
Sep	2007	233000	212	My van died, had it towed, was the ignition. Was fixed
Jul	2008	254000	320	Catalytic converter replaced.
Feb	2009	278000	300	Had squealing brakes. Took to dealer a few times and they did not fix the problem. Finally took it to a local mechanic who fixed it.
Jul	2009	291000	1350	CV boot engine/transmission mounts replaced EGR valve O2 sensor
Dec	2009	298000	200	It was idling too fast - control motor was sticking and was replaced.
Mar	2013	334000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Michigan, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2007	103000		First odometer entry
Jun	2007	103000	305	Check engine light came on - suspect due to gasoline quality AC compressor noise - dealer suggested replacement - but they wanted $600 so we will live with noise. Fender liner loose and making noise. Ordered and replaced part. Replaced fender liner.
Aug	2007	115000	2450	AC compressor noise in prior month - dealer suggested replacement - but they wanted $600 so we chose to live with noise. This month AC failed and cost almost $2500 to repair or replace components.
Feb	2008	123000	1272	Replace catalytic converter and O2 sensors. Replace rear windshield wiper motor.
May	2008	130000	130	Replaced sliding door rollers on both sides (left and right). Roller and hinge assembly broken and scraping against body causing doors to not always close.
Nov	2008	135000	1243	This is the third automatic tranmission to fail on the vehicle. This is a known flaw with 2nd generation Honda Odyssey's which is why the manufacturer continues to help cover.
Dec	2008	136000	400	Replaced tie rod and stabilizer link.
Mar	2009	137000	190	Other tie rod worn out (not noticed during last month's repiar)
Nov	2009	145000	689	6 spark plugs and ignition coils needed to be replaced.
Jan	2010	151300	565	Replace EGR valve and clean intake and throttle body Replaced front disc pads and rotors Replaced main relay (fuel pump/security system/TCS)
Sep	2010	157000	25	Glovebox hinge replaced
May	2012	178500	600	Worn tie rod replaced
Jun	2012	179000	150	Fix and recharge air conditioning
Aug	2012	180500	30	AC not running cold again - last time they recharged and added a dye - this time they could detect no leak so they recharged and put another stronger dye
Mar	2013	189000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2006	133000		First odometer entry
Dec	2006	136000	0	Check engine light on, pulled codes at Autozone, looked them up in the service manual (O2 sensor in 2 way cat, likely a failed cat) and reset the light. Light didn't come back on for a couple of weeks (in January)
Jun	2007	144000	0	Brake job.
Jan	2008	157000	25	Headlight Brake inspection for brake groan from rear adn occasional grinding. Diagnosed as cracked brake shoe. Put off repairs until weather warms up.
May	2008	164000	50	Replaced cracked rear shoes and leaking wheel cylinders to correct groan in low speed braking. Shoes were under warranty. Groan returned about 2.5 weeks later.
Aug	2008	170000	380	Replace AC condenser & dryer due to holes in condenser. Price includes about $100 for an AC inspection (to diagnose) and the recharge after repairs were complete. Replaced broken dash control knob for rear AC. Knob had been broken for several months.
Dec	2008	177000	0	Dealer examined frayed 3rd row, passenger side seat belt and ordered new one under lifetime restraint warranty.
Jan	2009	178000	0	Replace passenger side, 3rd row seat belt.
Feb	2009	180000	10	AC compressor clutch relay was bad causing parasitic battery drain. It took several hours over several days to diagnose. Car was driven during, but battery had to be disconnected every time it was parked, so I marked no on #4 since most wouldn't do that.
Jul	2009	188000	257	Replaced Upper passenger side engine mount. Replace lower front 'active' engine mount.
Nov	2009	195000	580	Replace driver's side CV joint. Cost is part only as labor was inclusive for everything repaired at this time Replaced inner & outer tie rods and stabilizer links plus alignment.
Jun	2010	203000	100	Transmission slipping after loss of fluid. Repaired seals, but was told transmission's life was limited. Traded car in shortly after.

 

Honda in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2009	135000		First odometer entry
Jul	2011	159000	350	Check engine blinking. Replaced Spark Plug Coil ignition wire.
Dec	2012	170000	0	A rebuilt transmission slip after 60k miles

 

Honda in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2008	103000		First odometer entry
Apr	2008	104000	2800	CEL came on, Autozone checked and reset, back on a day later, took to dealer, needed tranny R&R.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2008	134000		First odometer entry
May	2009	139000	400	Oil leak from headers
Apr	2010	153000	900	First time replacement of shocks and Struts front and back. Alignment also done. Car now drives like new.
Jul	2011	173000	580	Check Eng. code 401. Repr. req. mfg kit plus drill out of built up carbon. I think this was a design issue that was corrected in latter years. Mfg repr. paper says it a 1 1/2 hour repair effort.
Dec	2011	177000	180	Left automated sliding door failure caused by broken door cable. rusted.
Jan	2012	178000	250	Required new rear brakes. Drums also turned.
May	2012	180500	450	Evaporative Canister and Vent Valve Replacement which was cracked. P1456 EVAP leak detected in Tank Area.
Jul	2012	184000	375	No output on Alternator.. Removed and Replaced Alternator.
Mar	2013	189000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	110360		First odometer entry
Mar	2009	111600	275	Engine shut off. Ignition switch replaced. The switch was replaced in 2004 (recall)
Aug	2009	115320	1300	Front compliance bushing and inner tie-rod end. left cv shaft
Nov	2010	121520	300	misfired ignition coil replaced
Dec	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Tennessee, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2006	116000		First odometer entry
Aug	2008	138000	500	Said Cat was clogged. Had to get new cat. Replaced front and side motor mounts that had gone bad.
Apr	2009	144000	850	problem with heating and cooling. first thought it was thermostat. then noticed it was the water pump. in fixing it messed up the engine. then messed up the power steering pump. last needed to replace the air mix motor.
Feb	2011	164000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2008	89000		First odometer entry
Jun	2008	89000	2425	"Engine Check" light came on 4/17. Scanned at Honda dealer 4/19 (code P0740-TC clutch system failure). Took to Transmission shop. Shop owner drove for two days and said the transmission needs replacement. I drove for 2 months (150 miles). Had repaired.
Jan	2009	93000	250	Engine Check light came on in Georgia, returning from trip to Maryland. Drove remaining 300 miles and stopped at transmission shop that replaced transmission in June. Scan code P1491, egr valve. Took to shop next day, replaced egr valve.
Aug	2009	96000	595	A/C cutting out intermittently. Due to intermittent nature of problem, it took shop 4 days to discover A/C Control Head needed replacing. Shop ordered used A/C control head 3 times and was wrong one each time. Finally replaced with new A/C control head.
Jul	2011	102000	300	Driver's window stuck open. Replaced "driver window regulator".
Mar	2013	104000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Wisconsin, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2006	106000		First odometer entry
Jul	2008	130000	300	P0420 code cat converter. Cleaned egr valve and port.
Jun	2010	160000	1895	very hard shift from first gear to second gear w/ a lot of slippage to boot; also clunked big time when selecting reverse; replaced with rebuilt transmission
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2006	59000		First odometer entry
Jun	2011	93000	300	replaced brake pads and rotor
Jul	2011	93000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Nebraska, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2009	154000		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	154000	200	ignition switch bad - changed check engine lite reset
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2007	134000		First odometer entry
Mar	2007	135000	0	Upper brake caliper bolt seized up. Much elbow grease to remove. Cleaned rust, removed rough spots, lubed, reinstalled. Will replace with new part next outage.
Apr	2007	135000	400	Corroded battery cables. Vehicle would not power on or start. Towed to shop, replaced battery and cables
Dec	2008	175000	210	P0420 and 0401 DTR Code Replaced TWC with aftermarket and removed and cleaned EGR ports and intake manifold.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2010	158000		First odometer entry
Feb	2011	164000	0	Replaced Ignition Switch

 

Honda in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2009	121000		First odometer entry
Dec	2009	124000	15	gas cap was replaced after check engine light came on Engine light came on with VTECH reading code. Took off part by oil filter (also changed oil) and cleaned it off. Reset engine light. Also noticed previous oil change place (Kaufman) put on wrong size oil filter.
Mar	2013	140000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2010	138000		First odometer entry
Sep	2010	139000	40	rear drum brakes would not self adjust
Nov	2010	140000	0	new battery. but car still ran battery down when sitting for more than 2 days, could not find cause of intermitent whirring under dash. good ridance.

 

Honda in Louisiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2009	161000		First odometer entry
Sep	2009	162000	500	engine mounts collapsed.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.