10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 1
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 91,685 miles
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The contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that various fuses were blowing out randomly. The vehicle was taken to more than one repair shop and they were unable to replicate and diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 00V030000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no remedy. The failure mileage was not available.
- Houston, TX, USA
We had this van, and three time transmission blew first time it blew at 50,000 mile, second time it blew at 70000 and third time it blew at 112000 mile, and we are not getting good response from Honda customer service. First time when it blew, I call them they said you passed the number of years so we are not going to fix it free, I end up paying from my pocket. I got new transmission form Honda, second time when it blew that time it is only 20,000 mile, when I went to dealer, they said they cover only 1 year 12,000 warranty, I end up paying from my pocket, now this third time it blew up, if I am not proper response then I need to think in future, I might go with different manufacture. Electrical panel is also not working. If Honda making this kind of car/van and this kind of customer service, then I need to think in future, I might go with different manufacture.
- Alexandria, VA, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the instrument panel became inoperable. In addition, the contact stated that the rear doors failed to latch intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 00V119000 (latches/locks/linkages) and 00V183000 (interior lighting). The failure mileage was 150,000.
- Massillon, OH, USA
The battery on my Honda Odyssey was found dead this morning. This is more than 10 times in the last 2 years and more than 50 times since I got it in 2007. Have had the battery replace and still no improvement. Reading on the internet suggest a Honda issue with the electrical system that they do not acknowledge. A lot of people are having the same issue. Letting the Odyssey sit for an hour or two somehow fixes the issue and it starts. Very frustrating and need an authority to put pressure on Honda.
- Frederick, MD, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the sliding side door opened independently. The contact stated that he took the vehicle into the dealer for inspection but the contact was unable to provide the diagnosis information. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the recurring failure. The contact also stated that the electrical components in the vehicle would fail intermittently. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired for the electrical failure. The failure mileage was 15,000. Updated 6/10/14
- North Yarmith, ME, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while traveling at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The battery was replaced twice to correct the failure but the failure was recurring. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and an independent mechanic but the failure was unable to be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 00V030000 (electrical system). The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 108,734...updated 04-23-14
- San Jose, CA, USA
We were driving down the road and noticed a small wisp of smoke coming from the steering column. We exited the highway and took the plastic cover off the steering column and investigated. Seeing no more smoke we figured a fuse had blown or some such and took a short break from driving. We got back in the van and started off down the highway and for 30 miles or so no problems. Suddenly we noticed the smoke again but this time there was a small cigarette lighter type flame coming from the turn signal box on the column. We immediately exited the next exit and parked on the exit ramp. We tried mango juice to extinguish the fire which worked for a short time but then the fire was back. We called 911 and before the fire department could get there (approx. 2-3 minutes) the small little flame had grown to consume the entire car in flames. The car was totally demolished by the fire.
- Indianapolis, IN, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated the key could erroneously be removed from the ignition without the gear being secured in park. As a result, the contact experienced the vehicle rolling away as he realized that the although the key was removed from the ignition, he failed to engage the vehicle in park. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was notified who advised the contact that there were no recalls for the failure and offered no further assistance. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was 149,000.
- Belmont, MA, USA
Complete transmission failure. Electric seat does not work.
- Ventura, CA, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the mechanic advised the contact that the ignition switch would have to be replaced. There was a manufacturer recall for the ignition switch. The manufacturer advised the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000.
- West Lake Village, CA, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. While stopped the contact turned the engine off, removed the keys from the ignition and exited the vehicle without placing the gear shifter in park. The contact noticed the vehicle rolling down the hill of her driveway and was able to enter the vehicle to apply the brakes in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technicians advised to the contact that repairs would have to be performed to the ignition. The contact was unaware of the exact repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. There were no recalls for the year, make and model. The approximate failure mileage was 156,000. The VIN was not available.
- Chanhassen, MN, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds over 10 mph, the engine would stall without warning. The vehicle would not restart and had to be towed to the dealer. The dealer advised that there were no recalls and the ignition switch need to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Tucker, GA, USA
2000 Honda Odyssey, the electric sliding door does not shut all the way and there is possibility that it can open while driving at high speed, that can result in a very dangerous situation because mostly small children are riding in the back seat.
- Elk Grove, CA, USA
I have a problem with the power sliding doors. On our 2000 exl Odyssey, the passenger and driver side power sliding doors close but not quite all the way, it will not "engage", or "catch". therefore, the van thinks the door is still open (open door light is on, buzzes continually when put into gear, and interior lights stay on). I have to get out and bump the rear of the door to get it flush. For some reason the back lock part isn't "catching".
- Columbia, SC, USA
Electric back doors are inconsistent with either not opening/shutting all the way. Sometimes will not open at all. Not safe with children/persons in backseats for emergency situations. Honda repaired once when under certified warranty. Has happened several times after. Vehicle not under warranty and Honda dealer is charging astronomical amount to repair. Saying there could be electrical shorts and possible danger. Hope something can be done to help all of us, according to online info, several hundred similar complaints exist.
- Hudson Falls, NY, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the instrument panel lights fail to illuminate and the gauges are not visible at night. The dealer stated that her VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 109,000.
- Bradenton, FL, USA
Just bought vehicle today. Driving 70 mph on freeway, knee resting on bottom of steering column, suddenly vehicle dash goes blank, engine powers off, radio continues playing. I coast to nearest exit ramp, exit freeway, come to a full stop. Upon placing vehicle in park, I try to restart vehicle and it restarts without problems. Seems to be common and known problem with ignition switch.
- Lansing, MI, USA
Check engine light came on about 3 times and paid for them but, after reading all the recalls I knew that is a problem have talk to the service dept they just fix up and sent it to be paid. My insurance company has also paid out on the vehicles 2 out of 3 recalls I have already been through with vehicle what can I do about it"??"
- Lebanon, PA, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that both of the sliding doors were experiencing numerous failures. The doors are supposed to automatically slide open whenever she presses the buttons or pulls on the handle. When she does this, the doors fail to open properly. Occasionally, the doors do not open at all and will close halfway, forcing her to have to exit the driver's seat and close the door manually. The failure has since worsened. The rear driver's side sliding door was not working at all. The passenger side sliding door will not automatically close and must be opened or closed manually. Both doors were replaced under warranty. The contact was unsure of the work performed on the doors at the time of service; however, the failures would immediately recur. The only way that the rear passengers could exit the vehicle was through the front passenger or driver's side door. The contact believes that in an event of a crash, the children would not be safe. The doors have not been replaced and only the passenger side sliding door is currently able to open. In addition, the transmission is failing and has been repaired at least three times. While driving, the contact noticed that the brake and tcm indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. When she reached 40 mph, the RPM dial began moving up and down randomly. She took the vehicle to the dealer, but they could not find any failures. A few days later while driving 40 mph, the vehicle shut off and was towed to the dealer. The dealer rebuilt the transmission; however, it failed again six months later. The transmission was replaced a second time, but failed again after a few weeks. The failure mileage was 74,614 and current mileage was 137,066.
- Memphis, TN, USA
- Stockton, CA, USA