10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 7 / 2
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 2 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 89,049 miles
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My rear sliding door FELL all the way off the van.
- Houma, LA, USA
I was driving on the street approximately 25mph, suddenly the steering wheel locked up on me. The vehicle had approximately 270,000 mi on it. I checked american Honda recalls and found a recall order. Copies of he documents enclosed. I reported the problem and explained the circumstances of the problem. I was told that recalls are VIN specific and vehicle does not show anything on their records. I made and researched and found the documents which I've enclosed copies with this complaint. I was told to talk with Honda dealership so they could advice me about the problem. I went to norm reeves Honda, as much as I did, I was ignored, no one listened, all I was told was call back american Honda in which I said I have done..they did not do anything to check on it and no explanation about it was oven except their records show a part number that upon my insistence for more info, I was totally ignored. The recall notice was issued Feb 22, 2013 titled, "electrical system ignition switch" which clearly explains the issuance of the recall order.. although the 15 year warranty has lapsed since the issuance of the order. If there was something done on the lever, they did not replaced or did anything on the ignition switch which is the only reason that I see is connected with what happened to the vehicle and my safety and the public's. consumer stated dealer told him recall was done but vehicle still has problems with steering wheel.
- Norwalk, CA, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that he was unable to open the front driver's door with the key. As a result, the contact had to enter the vehicle through the front passenger door. The vehicle was taken to coggin Honda jacksonville (located at 11003 atlantic blvd, jacksonville, fl 32225, (904) 302-8217) where it was diagnosed that the front driver side electronic system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 114,000.
- Jacksonville, FL, USA
I took my car last year for the recalls that had for the air bags and the interlock lever of he ignition switch.after one day of work they said they fix all of them. But after some month I notice that the key it was no working properly on the switch and I see also they didn't replace the old switch, and because I don't have sufficient knowledge of this issue I believe just what they said.but my car is having problem with the key ignition, the switch it's not reading the key most of the times and it's not starting and sometimes it start by itself without the key just pressing the horn.the recall for the interlock lever of the ignition switch is NHTSA 12V-573 manufacturer recall number S73.( Dec 2012)
- Hollywood, FL, USA
This car does not start without several trial. The starter is brand new and battery as well. Boils down to a ignition problem which seems to be electrical
- Houston, TX, USA
The interior roof of the vehicle caught fire and burned after the car was turned off. The smoke started while driving and the smoke was coming from the drivers side seat belt area where it connects to the frame top.
- Glen Allen, VA, USA
Ignition switch fails to accept key. Key cannot be inserted. The problem begins intermittently and becomes progressively worse. Different keys don't help. Problem has been repaired by locksmith twice in driveway. Locksmith disassembles, replaces bent tumbler and reassembles. Fix only lasts 1 -2 years of very light usage. Problem has re-occurred for a third time in 6 years.
- Ridgewood, NJ, USA
The vehicle was stationary when the ignition switch doesn't want to turn. It takes between 5 to 10 minutes for it to finally turn so I have to leave a key in the van and not take it out of the ignition switch in order for it to work. Once I take it out I spend another 5 to 10 minutes turning until it finally turns over.
- Covina, CA, USA
2003 Honda Odyssey. Consumer writes in regards to issue with SRS electronic control unit. The consumer stated neither the dealer nor the manufacturer would accept responsibility for the failure. Updated 09/28/2017
- Pensacola, FL, USA
Engine, suspension or unknown ": three of the 4 motor mounts are broken and not supporting the engine. The one remaining motor mount is under extreme stress and can fail anytime. I have had two dealer service managers confirm this problem and both have said that they are not covered under any warranty or recall. Both have warned me that it is not safe to drive because if the last mount fails it could cause an accident. The condition of the roads and freeways make it very hard to avoid pot holes and I hold my breath every time I hit one to see if the motor is ok. Electrical: 1. after I had the air bags that were recalled replaced there is an electrical ?" problem that turns the radio on and off (I can usually change it by beating on the steering wheel but that doesn't always work.) 2. occasionally when I remove the key it continues to beep until I beat on the steering wheel. 3. often when I hit a bump in the road there is a loud electrical (cracking like a short) sound in the speakers that sometimes I can stop by beating on the steering wheel. If it doesn't stop I pull over and turn the car off and restart it. 4, the door and slider locks do not work on the passenger side with the remote or the locks on the driver's door. I have to roll the window down so a passenger can unlock the door or slider manually. These problems have been going on for the last 2+ years. I am a very low income 75 year old senior who can't afford $1000+ to replace the failed motor mounts. I've put out $750 in the last year trying to solve the electrical issues and transmission flush.
- Gladstone, OR, USA
Honda refusing to address the following recalls on my vehicle Jan 16, 2003 - NHTSA# 03V014000 - fuel system April 15, 2004 - NHTSA#04V176000 - power train December 11, 2012 - NHTSA# 12V573000 - electrical system vehicle was towed to braman Honda of manhattan located at 627 11th ave New York NY on June 6, 2016. They have had my vehicle for 93 days. On September 8, 2016 they call me to tell me to pick up my vehicle and they are not completing any repairs because there are no current outstanding recalls for my vehicle. The above mentioned recalls for my vehicle were never addressed by any Honda service location.
- Bronx, NY, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Honda Odyssey. While the vehicle was parked with the key removed from the ignition and the emergency brake engaged, the vehicle rolled away in reverse and crashed into a tree. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not towed, diagnosed, or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was previously repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 12V573000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was 253,000.
- New Melford, CT, USA
Every time I go to close the doors by pulling the handle whether inside or outside, they don't close. I was parked in a flat paved driveway with unleashed dogs in the yard. I didn't realize they were unleashed by they started running toward the car and the doors would not close!!! my 3 year old daughter was in the back seat. This is a huge problem as her safety and my 8 year old sons safety is being compromised. This is a problem for many Odyssey owners and it should be recalled and fixed by the manufacturer. At this point when the doors finally close they are not closing smoothly on the rail. The paint and side bar have literally come off and are now being held up by duct tape. I'm so disgusted!! I don't have the money to pay for a repair especially when this is a manufacturing defect. The only way I have successfully closed the doors is by hitting the inside button but even that needs to be pressed nearly 5-6 times before it closes fully. I have tried to manually close the doors but they are so heavy I just dont have the strength.
- Carbondale, PA, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that immediately after the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 12V573000 (electrical system), the vehicle failed to start as the key remained in the off position. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who diagnosed that the ignition casing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 256,000.
- Lexington Park, MD, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Honda Odyssey. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V320000 (air bags), however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
- Lansing, IL, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the SRS warning lamp remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver side air bag needed to be replaced. The air bag was replaced, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and they indicated that the side air bags needed to be replaced. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 15V045000 (air bags), 14V700000 (air bags), 13V412000 (air bags), and 12V573000 (electrical system), but the contact never received any recall notices. The dealer did not indicate that the VIN was included in the recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
- Bowling Green , KY, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed. The two original keys and one additional key failed to turn and would become stuck. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was determined that the shift inter lock lever needed to be replaced. The contact asked about NHTSA campaign number: 12V573000 (electrical system); however, the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 51,256.
- Mount Vernon, NY, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the ignition key failed to turn in order to start the vehicle. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the cylinder switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.
- Sparks , NV, USA
I parked my car and took the key out of the ignition. Only problem was that the car was still in drive. I know this was an known issue (recall) with the car. I had it fixed at a dealer to address the recall on this specific issue. Obviously it didn't fix the problem.
- Hollis, NH, USA
- Lock Haven, PA, USA