4.0

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
30,000 miles

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problem #5

Oct 012010

Odyssey 4-cyl

  • 150,000 miles
Faulty ignition switch causes the engine to spontaneously shut off while the vehicle is in motion. Since the engine cannot be restarted while not in park, this requires coming to a complete stop without the aid of power brakes or steering. This has happened multiple times and various speeds and conditions. It is very similar to the situation in recall 05V025000.

- Elkhorn, NE, USA

problem #4

Dec 152001

Odyssey

  • miles
Recall 02 V 120 000/ignition switch: Dealer: Cush Honda in escondido, ca. Phone # 760/737--3259 refused to honor recall. Dealer stated that vehicle must reach 65,000 mile before recall repairs could be done. Seeking NHTSA help in this matter. Feel free to provide any further information.

- Rancho Santa Fe, CA, USA

problem #3

Jun 242002

Odyssey

  • miles
While traveling in traffic vehicle will cut off without prior warning. Dealership is aware of problem.

- Bloomington, MN, USA

problem #2

Jul 012002

Odyssey

  • miles
While driving vehicle stalled repeatedly. Vehicle was checked by dealer, who advised consumer there was recall 02V120000 concerning ignition switch. Consumer was very upset that never notified of recall. Dealer advised consumer he did have parts to repair vehicle/ consumer concerned about safety until repairs were made.

- Cape May Ch, NJ, USA

problem #1

May 012002

Odyssey

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving all electrical functions stopped. The dealer stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced.

- Stillwater, OK, USA