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2004 Honda Odyssey Problems and Repair Histories

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2004 Honda Odyssey 40 Odysseys, 9.2 months of data per Odyssey, average 103600 miles

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2004 Honda Odyssey 4dr Minivan, ext.

240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

Honda Odyssey in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 37820   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 38440 25 no heat. solenoid defective. alarm systen going off intermittently. cleaned contacts, back again. pulled out the horn relay so neighbours not bothered. called honda. said they had no idea why. internet reported similar occurances. no fix reported 
Feb 2011 40920 0 cruise control stopped working. did not take to dealership to repair. will wait to get back to Canada. 

 

Honda Odyssey in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2010 60000   First odometer entry
May 2011 77500 1100 Replaced 2 engine Mounts Replaced rotors and pads - front and back 
Nov 2011 82000 95 Rough idle when in gear - Throttle body cleaned 
Mar 2013 89000 750 Rough Idle - Sensors in exhaust system and power steering were defective 

 

Honda Odyssey in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 135000   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 142000 600 Replaced timing belt. This had not been done yet on this vehicle. Also replace water pump, hydraulic tensioner, 2 sccessory belts. 
Mar 2013 159000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Indiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 41000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 79000 0 Headlight replaced. 
Jul 2012 89000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 52080   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 84320 720 Replaced timing belt, as part of preventative maintenance. Replaced water pump, drive belt, and spark plugs at the same time. 
Nov 2012 116920 120 Bought two new tie-rods. One was quite worn and the other was fairly worn, resulting in vibration while driving at speeds higher than 80 km/hr. Fixed both. 
May 2013 124620 3800 Van stopped working and would not switch gears. Needed to have entire transmission replaced. Drive train was jammed which led to the need for repair. 

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 70000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 94000 270 O2 sensor 
Mar 2013 149000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Kansas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 52000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 83000 300 Replaced 2 engine mounts 
Mar 2013 125000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 105000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 106000 472 Timing belt, power steering, a/c, alternator belts replaced. Water pump replaced. Coolant flushed/filled. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 69000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 79000 0 The condenser is noisy- was told it was belt and not the condenser. (2nd time for this issue, first time was told couldn't duplicate the noise when I clearly hear it without a problem). Also there is a whine when under load - was told the transmissions whine and the warranty company wouldn't replace it for a whine. 
May 2011 98000 0 Auto up down stopped working on drivers side. 
Jun 2011 99000 0 Car was rough idol in Park - it was a wire harness. Taped the harness. Problem Fixed.  Also replaced the Motor Mount. 
Jul 2011 100000 0 Jeff the service writer at Roberts Automall told me the noise was differential. After drive with tech wawas tood it was intake. Wouldn't replace transmission. He would feel safe driving it for 5-10 years as is. Got Honda America involved. Went to Scott Honda for 2nd opinion. Ed service writer called me. Told me they were replacing transmission. Ordered transmission. Sending it to be painted (recall ) very happy and without transportation. Honda doesn't provide rental. 
Aug 2011 100000 0 Replacement of transmission fixed the whining differential. 
Mar 2013 107000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2006 17000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 61300 1100 front struts leaking and worn rear shocks 
Jan 2013 65000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Oregon, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 87000   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 92000 2000 Front hydraulic motor mounts were broken, needed to be replaced. 
Aug 2012 102000 92 Outboard drivers seat panel had broken two contacts and was hanging by the seat control harness. Ordered new panel from Honda, and three screws later the new one was repaired. Knobs are easy to remove, just pry off and pop back on. 

 

Honda Odyssey in Missouri, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2004 0 Initial quality was quite poor #1 Overspray over whole van - fixed after 5 repairs #2 Steering wheel wobble - bad tire #3 Steering wheel wobble - bad rotors replaced #4 Steering wheel wobble - 3 out of balance tires from the factory - fixed after 5 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in South Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2007 150 Serpentine belt tensioner squealing, replaced. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 500 Replace front wheel bearings (both sides) 

 

Honda Odyssey in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2005 0 Unable to use shifter to select 2nd gear. Repair was unsuccessful, but not a major issue. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2012 146000   First odometer entry
Mar 2013 165000 180 Sliding doors would sometimes not close or lock. Replaces a sensor to allow it close and lock. Front seat belts needed to be replaced, as they were not releasing correctly OR retracting completely. 

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2009 22000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 41000 135 Check engine light on. No real problems found. 

 

Honda Odyssey in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2012 198000   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 203000 0 Brakes were worn and needed to be changed. Had a lifetime warranty so no cost to me. 
Mar 2013 215000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2011 88000   First odometer entry
May 2012 92000 680 The shop replaced the leaking front struts and also had the shocks replaced at the same time. 
Oct 2012 97000 65 I replaced the front and rear pads with ceramic brake pads. 
Nov 2012 98000 108 Replaced the EGR valve and PCV valve. I also cleaned the intake manifold of carbon. 
Mar 2013 102000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Oklahoma, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 90000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 91000 338 front motor mount replaced. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 77000   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 84000 0 power steering sensor wire broken- fixed to stabilize idle. 
Jun 2011 100000 35 serpentine belt idler assy replaced, and belt also tho not needed 

 

Honda Odyssey in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 69000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 71000 12 Headlight out on passenger side. I replaced the bulb myself with a new bulb purchased from a Honda dealer. 
Apr 2010 90000 1900 Replaced timing belt and water pump and 90,000 service as preventative maintenance.  Discovered 2 broken engine mounts. Replaced mounts. 
Dec 2011 111000 350 Transmission shifting rough. Flushed and serviced transmission. 
Mar 2013 127000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 84000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 85000 100 Belt making chirping sounds when a/c on, faulty tensioner replaced. Belt was found to be okay to stay on until timing belt change. Chirping sounds remain. Fuel smell from front of vehicle when ambient temperature is low. Power seat control knobs had come loose, dealer replaced mounting screws for free. 
Mar 2009 90000 330 Suddenly, transmission would no longer transmit torque effectively, fluid loss from pressure relief valve. No codes or internal problems found. Full fluid flush corrected the problem. Bouncing noise from front of vehicle upon deceleration and stopping. Dealer found a front subframe vibration dampener had come loose.  
Jul 2009 98000 100 Driver Side Sliding door would not lock/unlock reliably. Lock actuator replaced Passenger side rear vent window stuck in open position, motor replaced. Drivers side window would continue to try to roll up after reaching end of travel. Window regulator motor replaced. Steering wheel mounted audio controls not always doing the expected function. Repair would have been $280, and according to Odyssey forums, of questionable efficacy. Power port had come loose from console. Repair would have been $50, found DIY guide online to repair myself instead. 
Jul 2010 120000 0 12v power outlet in center console had come loose. Had to remove several panels and re tighten the back of the plug. Took about 45 minutes using directions from the Odyssey club web site. 
Sep 2010 123000 207 Front passenger side window regulator had to be replaced. 
Aug 2011 140500 966 Vibration at 25-30 MPH, Feel weight transfer in front of car upon shifting. Rear motor mount replaced.  Cost for this trip also includes timing belt/water pump replacement 
Nov 2012 158000 150 Check Engine light came on, code was the dreaded P0740, Shop flushed transmission, did not correct problem. I cleaned solenoid tubes, did not correct. Rebuild needed to correct problem, at a cost of up to $3200, sold van instead. 

 

Honda Odyssey in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 48000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 52000 100 Rear motor mount was broken. Replaced motor mount. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2008 68000   First odometer entry
Jan 2009 69000 0 Sliding door would not open because gas cap cover would not close securely. Maintenance adjusted the gas cap cover and then the electronic door was allowed to open, e.g. is gas cap cover is ajar at any angle or amount the door remains closed. 
Oct 2009 85000 0 Leak developed in line fitting and fluid leaked out in one day. Replaced fitting and also replaced blower fan bearing. Replaced broken motor mounts. 
Mar 2010 94000 0 Problems with balky sliding rear door. Now problem with electrical motor rear window. Told some corrosion and should work, but think there is really a motor problem. 
Jun 2010 95000 0 Replaced both rear window motors. Extended warranty, otherwise about $1000. 
Aug 2011 121000 854 Replaced timing belt. Honda recommends 105000 miles. Replaced Water Pump, Belt, Belt Compressor. Belts dry and cracked. Replaced 3 oil seals, small leaks. 
Oct 2011 124500 3800 Mechanic said the cooling system is inadequate and that the transmission overheated destroying the torque converter and the pieces were throughout the transmission. Replaced transmission and added transmission cooler. 
Nov 2011 126000 180 Had to replace the "speed sensor" on the Honda in order to make the trouble lights go out. 
Mar 2013 146000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2007 58000   First odometer entry
Nov 2008 73000 300 AC controls 
Dec 2008 74000 400 Soleinoid replaced. 
Mar 2010 97000 250 timing belt scheduled replacement 
Mar 2013 135000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 49000   First odometer entry
Jun 2008 52000 0 Engine shaking, motor mounts were replaced seat motor would not go back or up. Motor replaced. Speakers were cracked and sounded horrible. Replaced all speakers. 
Jul 2009 70000 0 Window just dropped, it was repaired Paint is peeling on rear left side 
Sep 2009 70000 0 Sliding door lock not working with remote 
Apr 2010 83000 0 Driver window and passenger door lock didn't work. Parts replaced. 
Feb 2011 94000 0 Air conditioning stop working, AC hose had a pin size hose, hose was replaced and system was recharged. 
May 2011 98500 0 AC Condenser was leaking. Part was ordered and replaced. AC Blower was making a humming noise, part is ordered and will be replaced in coming days 
Jun 2011 99000 0 Blower moter was replaced 
Oct 2011 115300 400 Replaced power steering pump Changed timing belt 
Apr 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in New Mexico, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2006 43000   First odometer entry
Dec 2007 54000 0 Rear side window motors replaced. Also, steering wheel wobble noted - wheels balanced but wobble remains a problem unsolved. 
Apr 2010 72000 0 Idle Air Control Valve part ordered. Idle Air Control Valve replaced. Part ordered, car in the shop for three days. Extended warranty paid 100%. 
Sep 2012 92000 500 Engine mounts, belt side mount and center hydraulic mount. Replaced the timing belt and tensioner 
Dec 2012 94000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Alabama, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 31000   First odometer entry
Jan 2008 40000 425 Front engine mounts replacement. 

 

Honda Odyssey in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2007 42000   First odometer entry
Jun 2008 50000 100 Replace rear disc brake pads. 
Jun 2012 88000 520 Right and left vent window motors replaced 
Apr 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2006 17000   First odometer entry
Apr 2007 20000 0 Van whistled, They tightened up the EGR Port Cover Bolts. If it comes loose again they are to replace the gasket. 
Jul 2007 22000 0 Took van in because flaps on front cup holder trays had broken off. They told me my extended Honda Care did not cover this and that there was no repair for this problem. They told me i had to buy the entire tray assembly. 
Feb 2008 24000 0 Steering wheel audio controls malfunctioned. I took it straight to the dealer as it was doing it so they could varify beause the problem is not consistent. They told me they would have to make an appointment to find out what it is. I told them there wa 
May 2009 34000 20 Replaced rear brakes. Pads from Autozone. 
Sep 2009 37000 0 Steering wheel controls stopped working properly for the 2nd time. Improperly fixed first time, and I suspect it will do it again as soon as the warranty runs out. Big hastle at dealer,and Honda motor corp. Will never buy another. 
Jan 2010 39300 0 Replacement of IAC. Repair broken wire to Power Steering switch 
Jul 2010 43000 18 Cup holder flaps on front tray were falling out for 2nd time. Replaced again with new. Junk, total junk! Heat shield fell off and was making noise on Cat. Put hose clamps on it that I had in my garage and stopped the noise. Junk. 
Dec 2010 46000 34 Exhaust rusted out and broke in half behind the Cat 
Jun 2012 55000 0 Dust shield rusted and fell off. Got wedged between wheel and rotor. 
Jul 2012 56000 55 Rust holes on left rear quarter. 
Oct 2012 58000 0 Unrepaired rust on left rear quarter. 

 

Honda Odyssey in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2007 250 passenger side window motor failed 
Feb 2009 78000 398 Ceramic brake pads wore down to 1%, replaced with traditional brake pads and had to regrind the rotors. 
Apr 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2004 0 Seat track lubed under warranty to correct seat squeak. 
Oct 2009 55000 1700 Transmission was OK, but the case seal was leaking fluid.  Also had 2 of 3 engine mounts replaced. 
Mar 2011 72000 150 Rear shock replacement. 
Mar 2013 90000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 47000   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 98000 125 Front Engine mount replaced. 
Apr 2012 138000 996 Both front struts replaced and rear shocks replaced due to leaking. Front sway bar links where leaking. All lights in climate control burned out, Lights for ODO, Hazard switch, TCS switch, Cruise controll switch, and drive indicator switch bulb burned out. Replaced rubber holders for cups in front table due to the majority of them being torn. 
Jun 2012 142000 156 Front rotors warped. 
Oct 2012 149000 151 Accelerator cable bent and had to be replaced. 
Mar 2013 155000 400 Power steering pump replaced and fluid flushed Passanger engine mount. 

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 73000   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 80000 0 Right Rear shock seal had failed causing the shock to make noises over bumps & dips. 
Sep 2010 86000 0 Left channel of rear entertainment system works intermitently. DVD unit was sent to honda for diagnosis & repair. audio connections were checked. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2006 26000   First odometer entry
Feb 2010 50000 60 Intermittent Problem: Passenger sliding door (odyssey) would not close autmatically. Dealer cleaned and lubricated track and advised us to watch the problem as it could return. they thought it more prudent to clean, lubricate, and monitor. 
Nov 2011 61000 700 Replace front engine mount. Replace side engine mount (passenger side). Replace loose rusted catalytic converter shield: repair completed on advice from shop to protect catalytic converter from damage 
Mar 2013 70000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2008 76000   First odometer entry
Oct 2009 83000 44 Driver side seat trim broken. Plastic ripped through the screw and cannot be repaired. Bought from Honda replacement trim for $43.50 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 50220   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 51460 500 Shifter position sensor replaced. Would not move out of Park. Could not get into Drive. Would not unlock shifter. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 63000   First odometer entry
May 2009 64000 280 Grinding noise from rear of van. 
Sep 2010 71000 314 Left front wheel bearing 
Mar 2013 87000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 65000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 66000 479 Hesitation, surging, shuttering, irratic idle. It was slight and would come and go. Based on history dealer replaced bad ERG valve and power steering pressure switch wiring harness. Works fine after repairs and runs very smooth.  
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda Odyssey in Wisconsin, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2006 33000   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 63000 0 2 Coolant gaskets replaced 
Aug 2010 73000 340 A/C was not working and fan was only working on high and not middle fan speeds Shuttering in van when van is between 25 & 30 just before the automatic transmission shifts to the next higher gear. 
Mar 2013 100000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2004 Honda Odyssey 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Honda Odyssey in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2012 69000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 69000 200 The transmission often would not shift into gear. The mechanic tried to replace a part associated with the brakes but alas it did not work. Traded car. 

 

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