1. Honda Odyssey
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  3. 2002
  4. Torque Converter

2002 Honda Odyssey Torque Converter Problems

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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.

What owners report

  • torque converter · 5 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
60–100k mi3
100–150k mi2
30–60k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • June 2, 2008 · 105,600 miles

    Torque Converter

    Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda odyssey. While driving approximately 65 mph, the engine and tcs warning lights illuminated on the instrument control panel. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the torque converter failed and the transmission needed to be replaced. The technician stated that unless the contact noticed a difference in the gear shifter, the vehicle did not have to be…

    ODI 10230141

  • March 19, 2008 · 77,000 miles

    Torque Converter

    The 5-speed automatic transmission on my 2002 honda odyssey failed at 77,000 miles (specific failure is the torque converter). Symptom was gear slippage at slow speed. The transmission was the subject of an 15 apr 2004 safety recall for second gear inspection (honda tsb 04-021 dated 29 oct 2004); dealership ed napleton honda of st peters, mo claims to have performed work in oct 2004, though nothing was replaced. I…

    ODI 10221772

  • January 29, 2008 · 65,000 miles

    Torque Converter

    Honda odyssey 2002 model, transmission failed at 65k miles and needs replacement. Searching the web, it appears honda is aware of the problem and has extended transmission warranty of 1999-2001 models, but not 2002 and later models. *tr

    ODI 10216450

  • November 5, 2007 · 61,200 miles

    Torque Converter

    Took van in for 60,000 mile service at 61,125 miles. The tcs service lit had just come on. Diagnosed with tcc failure needing a new transmission. Vehicle was built in 08/07. Extended warranty only covered through 07/07. In the process of contacting honda to try to get the repair covered. The transmission slips occasionally from 3rd to 4th. Getting worse as time goes on. *tr

    ODI 10212885

  • April 25, 2006 · 113,720 miles

    Automatic Transmission · Torque Converter

    Dt*: the contact stated while driving at various speeds the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop, a diagnostic test was performed and displayed code p0740, torque converter. A nhtsa recall # 04v176000, was performed on the vehicle concerning the original automatic transmission. However the recall did not remedy the problem. The dealership was not alerted.

    ODI 10156075

  • March 10, 2004 · 50,000 miles

    Torque Converter

    Around 50,000 miles our 2002 honda odyssey started slipping out of gear while driving or jerks when shifting gears. The dealer says it is because we use synthetic fluids. We only use synthetic oil. The transmission fliud is honda's. Plus our amsoil rep and our mechanic all deny synthetics could cause a transmission to slip out of gear. Our dealer wants us to pay for any repair and replacement costs because of course…

    ODI 10061920

  • September 19, 2003

    Torque Converter

    2002 honda odyssey torque converter or transmission at 22,000 miles my van developed an annoying vibration at a speed of about 53 m.p.h. And 1,500 r.p.m. On level road only. Dealer first replaced solenoid. Same day i returned the van and transmission and torque converter is to be replaced. Vehicle not returned to me yet.

    ODI 10041005