2001 Honda Odyssey Automatic Transmission Problems
- 190
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 190 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 29 records
- transmission failed · 22 records
- engine light · 21 records
- transmission failure · 20 records
- transmission replaced · 14 records
- miles transmission · 13 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 57 |
| 60–100k mi | 52 |
| 150–400k mi | 20 |
| 30–60k mi | 18 |
| 1–30k mi | 13 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
While driving, suddenly the transmission started slipping as if it was searching for the proper gear. The vehicle was driven to the dealership. The transmission has been replaced twice. The truck is currently at the dealership having the transmission replaced again. *jb
ODI 10096810
Automatic Transmission
The transmissionis failing on my 3-year-old honda odyssey at 65,500 miles. Honda admits they have a problem. The transmission needs to be replaced and they will not do it under warranty because they say the vehicle is a "gray market" car. It was produced in canada like all other 2001 odyssey's and "imported" to the usa one-year-old with 18,000 miles. I bought it used. Honda says they won't cover it under their newly…
ODI 10072839
Automatic Transmission
When the consumer attempted to apply the accelerator, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the consumer that the transmission needed to be replaced. Please provide further details. *jb
ODI 10094236
Automatic Transmission
Transmission failed 3 times. Transmission obviously has design flaws. Was repaired but the basic design flaws were not corrected. Bearing failure could have lead to wheel lock up and loss of control. *jb
ODI 10114844
Automatic Transmission
Honda is not honoring the extended warranty that they have on the transmissions of the 2001 honda odyssey. I purchased a honda recently and it turns out the seller did not disclose that the transmission is going out. I found out 5 days after bringing it home from a honda dealer. I also found out honda has an extended warranty on this but will not cover it because the car came from canada which was also not…
ODI 10051487
Automatic Transmission · Frontal · Inflator Module
Tl- the contact owns a 2001 honda odyssey. The contact stated that the vehicle would hesitate to accelerate when pressure was applied to the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be repaired. The torque converter was replaced instead of replacing the transmission as it was recommended by the mechanic, but honda motor co had the…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10441486
Automatic Transmission
I almost had an accident when my honda 2001 odyssey suddenly downshifted while doing about 50 mph. The shifting was crazy and highly erratic. It has been fixed by the dealer but has to begged for a loaner car from the manufacturer. *la
ODI 10052989
Automatic Transmission
A few days ago we had to take our 01 odyssey to the honda dealer to replace the transmission for the third time. Like clockwork every 15000 to 20000 miles this car needs a new transmission. Is there anything we all can do to eliminate this annoying problem forever. Any help would be appreciated.
ODI 10040873
Automatic Transmission · Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Near death/accident experiences =4 transmission failures= 2 replacements since new purchase egr valve replaced= should have been replaced when the second transmission was installed. It was not even addressed. Jerky actions in vehicle aggravate injury. Stranded in ga. On xmas holiday. Loss of visitation, vacation and honeymoon. Transmissions replaced (not without a fight), it has been stated that warranty extended…
1 injury
ODI 10114181
Automatic Transmission
Transmission problems on 2001 odyssey's aren't limited to us models. We purchased a canadian model, and are on the 3rd transmission, and none of our local dealerships will assist us because it's a canadian model. Dealer was informed that the vehicle was canadian model, and that we didn't know what the warranty coverage was. Dealer informed us that 2nd transmission was covered under warranty, and then sued us because…
ODI 10036705
Automatic Transmission · Equipment
Manufacturer refuses to repair parts damaged by dealer. Dealer changed transmission-problems started after, dealer and manufacturer refused to warranty or repair !*ak
ODI 10078827
Automatic Transmission
Transmission failed while traveling up a heavily traveled two-lane mountain road (state highway 330 to running springs, ca). Vehicle blocked traffic until it could be pushed into the ditch on the shoulder resulting in damage to paint. Vehicle has 19,905 miles; slipping problem had been reported to dealer on two occasions; in both instances dealer denied knowledge of any problem. *nlm
ODI 10023792
Automatic Transmission
While driving 35 mph the transmission shifted to a different low gear. The consumer stopped the vehicle but when it was restarted it went backwards. *nlm
ODI 10020103
Automatic Transmission
2001 honda odyssey 1st transmissions failure at approximately 48000 miles. Vehicle sitting at intersection. Attempted to pull across traffic and turn left at [redacted] with no light. Car revived but did not move. Then took foot off accelerator and as rpm's came down, car lurched and moved into traffic as 18 wheeler approached.3 kids in vehicle and wife. Nearly a major accident. Second transmission failure at…
ODI 10349364
Automatic Transmission
Consumer stated the transmission will not shift from park to drive. Please fill in additional information dealer is aware of the problem.*jb
ODI 10002571
Automatic Transmission · Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
2001 honda odyssey which is now on its 5th transmission and has 104,850 miles. Contact stated vehicle lurched forward at low speeds between 2-3 on the rpm gauge. Dealership could not duplicate problem..*bf the consumer stated the first time the transmission failed, it ceased to shift between gears. Every time the transmission was replaced it was because of a different problem. The egr was replaced due to internal…
ODI 10212787
Automatic Transmission
Second transmission failure. Two months ago, had unexpected down shift from 4th to 2nd on highway (luckily devoid of traffic). Honda repaired transmission by replacing solenoid switch, not replacing transmission. Again, while driving (this time accelerating) transmission slipped, unexpectedly allowing no power to drive wheels during acceleration. Luckily was on a deserted road, no other traffic. If i was pulling out…
ODI 770056
Automatic Transmission
While driving vehicle will intermittently hestiate to accelerate and die out. The dealership indicated that this is a common problem as a result of a defect in the automatic transmission. Please provide more details. Ts
ODI 8023124
Automatic Transmission · Door · Seat Belts
Consumer states power sliding door is inoperative. The sliding door had gotten stuck, and trapped the kids in the vehicle. Ph the seat belts had unbolted from the interior. The sliding doors have been repaired on four occasions and remain inoperative. When the power is off, the doors cannot be opened manually and the transmission failed. Scc
ODI 10006215
Automatic Transmission
Driving on rainy road, appx 50 mph, transmission abruptly downshifted to 2nd gear. Was able to maintain control, no vehicles behind, so no accident. Transmission then repeatedly tried to upshift, slipped down to 2nd, repeatedly. Proceeded to safe stopping area in 2nd gear (manually selected). Could potentially be very dangerous if driver does not respond carefully, if traffic is following, if road is slick, or if in…
ODI 767196
Automatic Transmission
Dealer stated that shift solenoids should be replaced but that past cases this has not resolved the problem and recommended replacing transmission at our expense. This problem appears to be significant for the odyssey and should merit a recall. We are pursuing legal advice.*ak
ODI 767379
Automatic Transmission
The automatic transmission failed while driving. Upon replacing the transmission the first time, the same failure recurred 30,000 miles later. The transmission was replaced for the second time and again the transmission failed and was replaced. Now after the third replacement, the transmission has failed for the fourth time. Please provide details. *jb
ODI 10089268
Automatic Transmission
This is the second time our transmission has gone out. First it went out at 19,000 miles, was replaced with a rebuilt transmission and has now gone out again at 32,000 miles. How can we proceed with honda to issue a recall?
ODI 766406
Automatic Transmission
When i would go to pass and push down on the gas the engine would rev up and it would take 2 or 3 seconds to kick in to passing gear. I took it to them and they said nothing was wrong. Now the engine light has come on and the code says i need a new transmission. I told them that it wasn't right within the first year i had it. I took it to them twice and they said nothing was wrong. I changed the transmission fluid…
ODI 10351441
Automatic Transmission
2001 honda odyssey, multiple transmission failures. Potential for transmission to lockup and stop car abruptly at any speeds. Honda was directed to extend warranty to 93 months and 109,000 per a class action lawsuit. This applies to original sales date only. Does not apply to transmissions they have replaced one or more times already. Some owners are reporting they are are on their fourth transmissions. Honda and…
ODI 10346887