2001 Honda Odyssey Problems and Repair Histories

Year	Make/Model	Trips/Year/100 Cars	Compared to all models for the same year
2001	Honda Odyssey	32 Odysseys, 8.8 months of data per Odyssey, average 139100 miles Common major transmission problems.89	Fewest Trips Most Trips	see reported repairs

Honda Odyssey in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2010	192000		First odometer entry
Jan	2011	192000	0	Transmission totally shot at 192k miles. Transmission originally failed at 110k miles.

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2010	120000		First odometer entry
Nov	2010	120000	25	(1) Trim cloth on 3 doors stuck back on [$10] (2) A/C knob replaced [$10] Passenger rear electric door motor was still working, but in process of failing (would sometimes not "catch" to open door, then fail. Sometimes, needed two tries to open door.

 

Honda Odyssey in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2009	166160		First odometer entry
Mar	2011	179180	1000	upper bearing plate replaced as old one split in two. two day repair, one to order part,second to install. Brakes seem to have lost stopping ability for distance. Rotors and pads upgraded and replaced. Problem solved stopping distance shorten.
Apr	2011	179800		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Washington, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2010	121000		First odometer entry
Jan	2011	125000	50	pass. side brake light wiring problem (and now--October--driver's side has same problem)
Mar	2011	127000	985	timing belt water pump, t-belt adjuster, spark plugs, cabin air filter, oil change front brake pads and rotors
Aug	2012	147700	50	driver side brake light wiring problem
Dec	2012	153000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2012	132000		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	133000	1066	Replace alternator and belt, $300 Replaced broken alternator bracket, $417 Replaced egr valve, $349
Apr	2012	134000	107	Repair estimated: 1 Transmission replacement 2 Front and side engine mount replacement 3 Cat Converter replacement 4 Heat shields replacement 5 Front struts leaking

 

Honda Odyssey in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2009	132000		First odometer entry
Nov	2009	135000	1600	Transmission blew. This was the 2nd transmission - 1st one replaced under warranty at 67,000
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2009	208000		First odometer entry
Apr	2009	208000	0	Traded because never could figure out where a water leak in the rear came from. We made sure the AC drain was clear but whenever it rained the rear would fill up with water.

 

Honda in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2006	111000		First odometer entry
Jan	2007	113000	400	EGR Valve replacement
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2007	95000		First odometer entry
Oct	2007	98000	0	Tranmission went bad. Motor mount replaced.
Nov	2007	99000	204	EGR valve went bad. EGR tubes were clogged by carbon and needed to be drilled out and have teflon tube inserted.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2011	112840		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	130000	200	2nd Clutch pressure switch was replaced due to rough shifting from 1st to 2nd.
Mar	2013	143840		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Maryland, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2010	140000		First odometer entry
Feb	2011	145000	500	Catalytic Coinverter caused check engine lite to come on
Apr	2011	149000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2007	87000		First odometer entry
Dec	2007	89000	0	After replacing the rear brake shoes the brakes made a scraping sound. I took it to the dealer. It is common for this to occur I was told. TSB covers this situation. I found the TSB at the www.odyclub.com and will replace the rear drums in the near future
Jun	2008	99000	75	Driver door window regulator broke. Window stuck in open position. Ordered part on a Friday, got it on Monday. Easy repair, but removing door trim needs to be done carefully so as not to break tabs etc.
May	2009	116000	150	Creaking when turning at slow parking lot speeds. Major alignment adjustment needed. Had to replace upper strut bolts with excentric bolt to get proper alignment as the factory parts did not allow enough adjustment. Had to replace worn front tires.
Mar	2010	134000	480	Timing belt and water pump replacement.
Oct	2010	145000	3500	Transmission failure. Common problem with Honda Odysseys. This is the third transmission to be installed. First two were factory original and factory rebuilt. Using after market this time. Honda would not offer any good will compensation.
Dec	2010	149000	350	Honda drums & rotors are not compatible with aftermarket pads and shoes. Shoes were only 4 months old. Rear brakes made scraping noise and NAPA brand shoes were damaged with cracks in lining. Replaced with all aftermarket parts same brand.
Jan	2012	160000	30	running rough. Replaced spark plugs. Didn't help. Honda mechanic suggested the sensor on the power steering that adjusts idle speed. Common problem connector comes loose.
Mar	2012	160000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Alabama, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2008	144000		First odometer entry
Sep	2010	190000	3000	Rebuilt transmission; original lasted 189K miles. Also replaced EGR valve,  3 motor mounts and broken left axle.
Jul	2011	193000	400	Replaced left wheel hub.
Dec	2011	197000	1150	Very noisy. Replaced entire A/C.
Aug	2012	208500	310	The starter failed, abruptly. $65 of the above charge was for towing.
Mar	2013	217000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Montana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2008	63000		First odometer entry
Jul	2010	82000	239	Brake pads needed replacing, rotors turned.
Aug	2010	83000	0	Passenger headlight replaced
Feb	2011	87000	8	Replaced driver's side head light.
Aug	2011	90000	0	Passenger side headlight needed to be replaced
Jan	2012	94000	10	Replaced driver's side headlight
Mar	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2010	109000		First odometer entry
Aug	2010	112000	400	The transmission selector on the column wouldn't go into park. In order to start the car, had to use the key in the box on the steering column to disengage the selector in order to move it to neutral so I could start the vehicle.
Mar	2011	116000	15	Bulb burnt out - replaced
May	2011	118700	0	Minor oil leak this month. The oil leak's first fix didn't work - we are working on a second fix.
Jul	2011	121000	1035	Oil pump leaking - repaired by replacing gaskets
Sep	2011	125000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Maine, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2011	95000		First odometer entry
Mar	2011	96000	2500	Trans slipping. Needed entire rebuild...friction disks, etc.
Apr	2012	107000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2011	208000		First odometer entry
Mar	2011	209000	175	Timing belt and water pump were overdue for replacement at time of purchase. Back brakes worn out and front were at 30% - replaced all.
Aug	2011	218000	5	Sliding door roller (left side) assembly had a failed and missing roller letting the door slide perilously close to the painted side of the van. Replaced just the roller with a Lowes Home Store nylon spacer. Took a bit over an hour.
Mar	2013	230000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2011	181040		First odometer entry
Aug	2011	192200	500	replaced rear wiper motor.
Jul	2012	199820	3000	transmission rebuild
Apr	2013	194060		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2011	133000		First odometer entry
Dec	2011	133000	350	A/C will randomly switch from very hot heat to very cold air or stop working altogether on any set temperature, even before the car reaches desired inside temperature. There is also a gurgling noise behind the dashboard when A/C is working.
May	2012	136000	45	A/C loves to cycle between cooling and heating randomly.
Jul	2012	137000	0	Torque converter was not locking up, required transmission flush and system returned to normal.
Aug	2012	137000	80	Torque converter gave out, transmission clunked badly between shifts. Quoted $4,200 to fix and value of the van was not worth the benefit for the long run.

 

Honda Odyssey in Missouri, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2011	197000		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	215000	3500	Fuel Pump Seal replaced Valve cover gaskets replaced Power steering pump seals replaced Shocks and struts replaced Bank 2 oxygen sensor replaced Sway bar end link bushings replaced Thermostat replaced
Mar	2013	232000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in British Columbia, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2006	55180		First odometer entry
May	2007	62620	5	Power steering pressure switch wire broken causing engine RPM to surge due to lack of signal from switch. Repaired wire myself. all ok now.
Sep	2008	74400	0	p0780 code "transmission shift malfunction" re-set check engine light, hope it doesn't come back.
Apr	2009	79360	80	Replace broken roller hinge on passenger side sliding door.
May	2009	79980	80	Replaced Raybestos brake pads with oem pads, no more squealing.
Oct	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Michigan, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2010	125000		First odometer entry
Mar	2012	144000	75	Exhaust system
Mar	2013	154000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2006	53000		First odometer entry
May	2007	62000	308	Transistor for Air conditioner went bad. Did not have cold air. front and side motor mounts broken
Aug	2009	87000	3100	Transmission needed to be rebuilt. The wonderful great transmission in the Odyssey.
Mar	2010	91000	350	strut replacement and shocks in rear also the steering links replaced in the front
Aug	2010	101000	280	transmission rear mount and rear engine mount
May	2011	108000	0	Transmission overheated and would not shift out of 2nd. Shop replaced a seal that failed which had failed and caused the overheating.
Jul	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2011	156000		First odometer entry
Nov	2011	164000	60	Cylinder 2 internal failure, 0 percent compression. New engine required. Opted not to complete repair. Scrapped car.

 

Honda Odyssey in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2010	80000		First odometer entry
Jun	2010	81000	135	Slider door handle broke, due to door sticking to weatherstripping. Learned weatherstrip needs to be silicone lubed every oil change.
Sep	2010	91000	0	Transmission not shifting well and creating grinding/whirring noise at approx. 55 mph. Shop could mostly replicate problem, but decided not to go forth until code came up (car is under aftermarket warranty.) Update: a drain and fill later helped.
Oct	2011	105000	300	Sliding door handle broke, not allowing the door to be opened. Complete handle assembly was replaced.
Jun	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in South Dakota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2012	95000		First odometer entry
May	2012	97500	50	shift solenoid needed to be replaced. dealer split cost.
Jun	2012	100000	2400	transmission required rebuild or replace. transmission rebuilt by local transmission shop. Used the dealer's discount and dealer gave $500 towards it. My total was still $2400.
Jan	2013	112000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2010	60000		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	70700	100	Passenger window fell into door had to replace mechanism that raises the window.
Apr	2012	71000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	109000		First odometer entry
Dec	2009	130000	800	Replaced front struts and rear shocks. This is the first time they were replaced.
Mar	2010	132000	1108	Replaced front rotors and pads front hydraulic motor mount and instrument light bulb for odometer.
Apr	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2006	60000		First odometer entry
Jul	2008	77000	660	Broken coil spring, replaced coil springs on both sides and front struts (wear item not included in amount above)
Sep	2010	90000	625	Timing belt replaced as suggested by manual. Preventative water pump replacement as part of the timing belt maintenance.
Sep	2012	103000	205	Front ABS wheel sensor replaced.
Mar	2013	106000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in New Brunswick, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2006	40920		First odometer entry
May	2008	51460	0	Performed EGR repair and installed EGR Kit under Extended Warranty. Honda Canada paid for everything.
Apr	2009	56420	100	Replaced passenger-side door lock actuator that was faulty. Successful repair.
Jul	2009	58280	350	Replaced front brake rotors. Successful repair.
Aug	2009	58900	250	Updated worn out rear shocks with new load-adjusting type. Successful repair and improved ride height in the rear of van.
Dec	2009	60760	900	Front right coil spring fractured near its base prematurely. This is a known problem with this model year. Both coil springs replaced.
Aug	2010	64480	40	Replaced Resistor on the blower that controls the fan speeds. Fan speed position did not work on position 1 or 2, indicating a failed Resistor.
Nov	2010	66960	40	Replaced worn brake caliper bolts that were causing a rattle over uneven pavement.
Mar	2012	76880	100	Replaced 2 leaking water passage gaskets. Owner replaced driver's door detent. Old part failed to hold door open. Replaced throttle cable as old cable was sticking.
Mar	2013	82460		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Tennessee, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2006	74000		First odometer entry
Feb	2008	92000	0	The transmission failed. We purchased the van new in June 2001. In 2004, with 42000 miles, the original transmission failed and was replaced under the Odyssey extended transmission warranty program. This transmission lasted until 92,000 miles...
Oct	2011	139000	2100	Transmission failure. This is the fourth transmission in this Honda Odyssey (including the original) each failed at almost 40 months of use.
Mar	2012	152000	250	Replaced both front struts. One was leaking and had been for around 10,000 miles. The originals lasted 140,000 miles - that's excellent quality. Monroe's won't last that long.
Apr	2012	154300	75	Both front door actuators failed within one week of one another - talf about consistant quality. Performed the EGR tube installation. Replaced the EGR valve while at it
Mar	2013	167000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2011	78000		First odometer entry
May	2012	90000	100	Idle went from 800 RPM to about 2500 RPM at idle. A mech. sprayed carb cleaner because he could not remove the idle air control valve -- special tool reqd. That fixed the problem.
Sep	2012	93000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2009	76000		First odometer entry
Nov	2009	77000	2200	Traction control and check engine lights came on, car was not shifting smoothly in gear 2 and 3. so the automatic transmission was replaced. Code displayed were P780, P1750, P480.
Dec	2011	108000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2009	148000		First odometer entry
Dec	2009	152000	130	Front motor mount replaced
Jun	2010	162000	195	alternator stopped working
Jan	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Maryland, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2007	105000		First odometer entry
Apr	2010	126700	0	Check engine light was coming on. I ran the check engine codes; the EGR flow was causing the problem. Odyssey is out of warranty so I located the TSB, removed the intake manifold and cleaned out the EGR port following the TSB instructions.
Nov	2011	144300	0	Idle was surging. Problem was a broken power steering pump sensor wire.
Nov	2012	164000	100	A rebuilt alternator died with less than one year on it. Replaced voltage reg with part from eBay--no dice. Ended up buying a tested OEM alternator from eBay for $50. Still running fine.
Mar	2013	175000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2009	99000		First odometer entry
Feb	2010	106300	700	timing belt changed
Aug	2011	128000	4500	transmission rebuilt
Sep	2011	130000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Quebec, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2010	148800		First odometer entry
Dec	2011	161200	120	windshield washer pump changed replaced a burnt out headlight. had dealer do it because hard to reach pin.
Aug	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Utah, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2009	105000		First odometer entry
Mar	2010	111000	180	Dealer and two other shops had said the brakes were fine, the car still stopped oddly. This shop resurfaced the rotors. Problem fixed
Apr	2010	116000	100	Transmission had been running very rough, and was getting rougher. Finally took it to the dealer (we had had other shops look at it previously) and they declared it transmission failure, and contacted the extended warranty. Engine mounts replaced too
Jun	2012	151000	60	One headlight was out. At the repair visit, the shop found the other headlight was now out, and said that it was a short in the wiring, which would need to be special ordered. Took it to a second shop who fixed it by replacing the bulbs.
Mar	2013	166000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2012	135000		First odometer entry
Mar	2012	135000	600	Power steering pressure hose replacement. Engine oil pan gasket replacement.
May	2012	137000	526	Needed to replace leaking radiator
Nov	2012	141000	470	Fluctuating engine RPM Fluctuating engine idle. Primary problem turned out to be damaged power steering pressure switch wires. Mechanic repaired and re-soldered wiring. Upper radiator hose unexpectedly blew out. Had both upper and lower radiator hoses replaced.
Dec	2012	141000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Iowa, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2010	96000		First odometer entry
Apr	2010	97000	5	Check Engine Light - Usually indicates buildup on fuel/air sensors. Used a bottle of Fuel System Cleaner. Check Engine Light still on.
Jun	2010	98000	5	Check Engine Light - Usually indicates buildup on fuel/air sensors. Used another bottle of Fuel System Cleaner. Check Engine Light still on.
Jul	2010	98500	40	Carbon build-up in intake (common to this vehicle). Removed and cleaned intake manifold. Then used another bottle of fuel system cleaner. Also changed oil. Reset Check Engine Light.
May	2011	105500	75	Brakes made steering wheel wobble when applied. Found caliper guide pin was seized, causing uneven pad wear. Replace caliper mounting bracket and pins, rotors and pads.
Dec	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2006	118000		First odometer entry
Jan	2007	127000	0	catalytic converter may be going bad
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in South Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2010	129000		First odometer entry
Jul	2010	130000	120	Starter, from Autozone.
Apr	2011	135000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Costa Rica
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	58280		First odometer entry
May	2009	58280	500	R&R Power Steering Pinion Valve, Install new PS Pump Bearing& Belt, PS Fluid change,Transmission Fluid changed.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2006	68000		First odometer entry
Mar	2008	90000	316	While in for routine maintenance, mechanic pointed out that the front motor mount was broken.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2010	172000		First odometer entry
Jun	2011	181000	200	power steering fluid leakage
Jul	2011	181000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2009	154000		First odometer entry
Dec	2010	163000	0	Transmission slip from first to second gear

 

Honda Odyssey in Virginia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2008	54000		First odometer entry
Oct	2009	64000	890	Recommended maintenance by time/mileage--timing belt and water pump replaced. All other recommended replacements skipped -- all was done before buying 18 months ago. Usual visual checks on vehicle.
Dec	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2009	103000		First odometer entry
Dec	2009	104000	1000	two ignition switches need replacement; spark plug needed replacement, and transmission adjustment(?)
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2007	111000		First odometer entry
Sep	2007	111000	203	Sliding door rubber stop keeps falling off after the dealer glues it back on. Occured three times now.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2006	87000		First odometer entry
Dec	2006	89000	0	EGR Valve port modification from recall that they did not fix when I complained about the surging the last 3 trips in the shop, Brake maint., Transmission fluid change
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.