3.8
definitely annoying- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 32,694 miles
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Consumer states ongoing problem/defect with a Honda Odyssey concerning front wheels wobbling and vehicle jerking the consumer stated the wobble from the front wheels was most noticeable at low speed turns. The consumer stated when he hit the slightest bump, the wobble could be felt in the steering wheel. After turning a corner, and the steering wheel was released, the steering wheel returned to straight forward with a series of jerks. The dealer was unable to provide a remedy even though there were complaints from other customers. The consumer stated he returned to the dealer regarding problems with the brakes. The service writer informed the consumer there was a weakness in the hydraulic brake system and the master cylinder would have to be replaced. The consumer learned of a recall, but records showed it was never replaced. On May 21, 2010, the modulator and sealing caps were replaced. On January 19, 2011, the dealer installed a master cylinder repair kit. The remedies showed little to no improvement. The consumer stated after not using the brakes for a few miles, he would have to pump the brakes several times, in order to stop, because the pedal would go to the floor.
- Tipp City, OH, USA
The contact owns a 2007 Honda Odyssey. While driving at speeds of 35 mph and approaching a traffic light, the contact noticed that the brake pedal became unusually soft. In order to stop the vehicle, the contact had to depress the brake pedal farther into the floorboard than usual. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the master cylinder was replaced. The approximate failure mileage was 14,212 and the current mileage is approximately 30,000. Updated 5/20/2010 updated 07/19/10
- Mount Prospect, IL, USA
The contact owns a 2007 Honda Odyssey. She experiences soft-pedal during brake application. Increased stopping distances may eventually lead to a vehicle crash. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and a technician stated the brake cylinder for her model type was not sufficiently designed. The technician drained the excess fluids. The repair did not remedy the failure. She filed a complaint with the manufacturer, and was advised that they were investigating the failure. The current mileage was approximately 45,000. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.
- Cape Girardeau, MO, USA
Honda Odyssey-07- has a brake problem. Vehicle's brake pedal feels weak and pedal goes to the floor. Dealer replaced the brake master cylinder, but that problem has not been resolved yet. Odyssey has only 1,400 miles.
- Gainesville, FL, USA
- Egg Harbor Township, NJ, USA