10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Jul 162001

Odyssey

  • miles
Air bag -- control module failure at 67000 miles. SRS light on panel indicated problem. Diagnostics showed code 6-2. car needs control unit #06772-SX0-A70. Cost $654 + tax. If owner cannot afford repair, car will be driven without benefit of air bags. Power window -- driver's side front, click sound when rolling up window at 42,000 miles. Window stopped working entirely at dealer's repair facility. Regulator and motor were replaced. Power door locks -- locks would recycle when owner attempted to lock the car. Left front power door latch and actuator replaced at 42,000 miles. Engine -- owner drove the car 9 miles to work before oil indicator lamp finally came on when parking. Something in the engine failed when car started, evidence of sudden oil leak in home driveway, and oil spilled out of engine all the way to work. Engine oil completely gone. Currently under inspection for repair at an independent repair facility.

- Manchester, CT, USA

problem #2

Dec 242000

Odyssey

  • miles
Counter balance shaft seal popped out, causing oil leakage, massive damage to engine cam shaft and master cylinder, van died and had to be towed to a dealership, Honda has been aware of this situation for several years.

- Washington, DC, USA

problem #1

Jul 182000

Odyssey

  • miles
Wife was driving on highway oil light came on and she pulled over. Oil was pouring out from the engine. Had it towed to a local mechanic. Consumer was told that counter balance shaft seal. Had popped out.

- Rochester, MN, USA