2002 Honda Odyssey Automatic Transmission Problems
- 466
- 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 466 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- transmission failure · 26 records
- engine light · 14 records
- check engine · 12 records
- failure mileage · 11 records
- transmission needed · 10 records
- automatic transmission · 10 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 196 |
| 100–150k mi | 95 |
| 30–60k mi | 79 |
| 1–30k mi | 24 |
| 150–400k mi | 12 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
While driving the vehicle became sluggish and shuttered. *nm the vehicle would not accelerate between 45-60 mph. The consumer found other consumers with the same problems he was experiencing on the internet. *tc
ODI 10095352
Automatic Transmission
The automatic transmission on a 2002 honda odyssey van with 50,000 miles began shifting sluggishly. The van was inspected at the dealer (montgomery honda in louisville, ky) and i was told it needed a new transmission.*ak
ODI 10054502
Automatic Transmission
TRANSMISSION FAILURE 2002 HONDA ODYSSEY 55000. *CB
ODI 10054222
Automatic Transmission
While coasting from highway speed to"in-town (from 55 to 35mph)" speed the transmission made a very pronounced "slam" into a lower gear. We have noticed that the transmission goes into gear very hard when your foot is released from the break. We have also noticed that the ride is rough. Our dealer has said that the fluid was dis colored and that it is now running fine. They have also told us that they could not…
ODI 10054406
Automatic Transmission
Transmission problems - engine revs and doesn't get into gear, if driving 35-45 slips out of gear, traction control system light sometimes goes on as a result, malfunction light goes on. This is a serious hazard. You have to take your foot off the gas and pull off the road, then reenter. In december, dealer couldn't replicate claimed no prob. Subsequent to visit, local lube place said trans fluid was low, then…
ODI 10066322
Automatic Transmission
Transmission slips and engine revs intermittently while shifting. At times it is so bad that you have to shift to neutral and reengage drive to proceed. This is extremely hazrdous while in traffic. The van was pruchsed new in jan 2002. It now has 33k miles. Dealer was obviously familiar with this problem as he ordered a new transmission based on a telephone description of the problem. Based on the number of defects…
ODI 10052307
Automatic Transmission
I am in the military and the owner of a 2002 honda odyssey ex. It's two years old now, but it was new when i purchased it. While on deployment, my wife started experiencing erratic driving conditions. The vehicle started pulsing ,some transmission slippage and hard up and down shifting of gears, then the check engine light come on. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they reported that there was an emission's…
ODI 10047021
Automatic Transmission
My 2002 honda odyssey also had the transmission slipping from high to low gear when it's about 34000 miles. We were driving on a highway and suddenly felt the jolts and then the tcs and check engine light went on. I had to make an exit and called aaa for it to be towed. The transmission was replaced but it seems the slipping is happening again at speeds between 35-55 mph. Honda should at least extend the…
ODI 10090576
Automatic Transmission · Electrical System
I own a 2002 honda odyssey which has had several problems. These are 1.windshield that was not seated prperly and would whistle when driving at 55mph. This took 4 visits to the dealer before resolution which was a new windshield. 2. The srs light for the side restraint system comes on, the dealer states it is because of a sensor but it must be reset by the dealer. I am told not to put anything on the front passenger…
ODI 10038893
Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission problem with a 2002 honda odyssey minivan where transmission malfunctions intermittently at various speeds. This has created an unsafe driving situation as it has occurred when merging into freeway traffic and at intersections in heavy traffic. Vehicle is unsafe to drive in my opinion as it is vulnerable to a crash since it cannot respond and maneuver to avoid incoming traffic or to merge…
ODI 10046830
Automatic Transmission
The automatic transmission does not work properly. It disengages between second and third gear and runs as if it is in neutral. *la
ODI 10046904
Automatic Transmission
While starting and driving the transmission slips out of gear. There seems to be no pattern. Judging from the number of post on the internet this problem is quite widespread. *jb
ODI 10038842
Automatic Transmission
The vehicle suddenly quit while traveling on the interstate at 75 mph. All of the idiot lights turned on and we were able to safely pullover and stop in the breakdown lane. The lights went off and the vehicle started running by itself. This is the second incident in less than a year. The vehicle also has quit when approaching a stop sign on at least 6 other occasions. Finally, the vehicle periodically runs roughly…
ODI 10038872
Automatic Transmission
Early transmission failure on my 2002 ex honda odyssey (25k000 miles). Still under warranty but i'm concerned that problem will exist later on with no warranty coverage like in the 1999-2000 models.*ak
ODI 10037394
Automatic Transmission
2002 honda odyssey ex defective replacement transmission. Consumer states that the transmission was replaced three different times. *nj the consumer stated the first transmission was the subject of a national recall. The consumer stated right before the transmission failed, the tachometer became irregular and the speed slowed down. The transmission was diagnosed as having internal failure. *jb
ODI 10243689
Automatic Transmission
Van started hesitating while driving at constant speed, felt like transmission didn't know what gear to be in. Also down shifts occur while decelerating, which are annoying at least, but can also cause the van passengers to be forced forward. *jb
ODI 10023678
Automatic Transmission
Purchase vehicle 12/02, soon after purchase returned auto to dealer for pulsing / bumping in drive tran at speeds of 50-65 mph. Told could not duplicate and the they all do this. (some reply). At 46k miles vehicle continued pulsing but now was at times slipping into a nuetral gear, (auto rpm would red line when this happened) transmission would then rengage. Dealer than changed a soleniod vave and did another fluid…
ODI 10036753
Automatic Transmission · Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
2002 honda odyssey. Consumer states problems with vehicle transmission and other problems *tgw the consumer stated the vehicle would jerk and sputter on acceleration. The dealer was unable to duplicate the problem. Three months later, the vehicle was exhibiting the same problems. The dealer then found metal shavings in the transmission, which was replaced under warranty. One month later, the vehicle was still…
ODI 10332757
Automatic Transmission
THE TRANSMISSION FAILED.*JB
ODI 10009521
Automatic Transmission
Early transmission failure seems to be a problem with this car. 48000 miles and transmission started making loud noises under load. Dealer knew immediately what was wrong. Have since found out that this is a huge problem and honda is quietly replacing the units even out of warranty in some cases to avoid a recall. They replace the unit with a re manufactured unit with the identical problem. We are now stuck with a…
ODI 10054263
Automatic Transmission
Approximately 250 miles after the 15,000-mile maintenance, at approximately 70 miles per hour on i-95, the odyssey began jerking, lunging and clunking. We immediately pulled off the road and telephoned american honda motor company customer care. We were told to proceed to the nearest honda dealership in fayetteville, nc. A mechanic took a five-minute test ride. The van did not replicate the jerking and clunking and…
ODI 10002746
Automatic Transmission
Honda odyssey 2002 has an intermittent problem with the automatic transmission slipping between d2 and d3. While traveling around 20-25 mph, occasionally the transmission is unable to shift to 3rd gear. When trying to accelerate, the slippage is witnessed by the rpm's rapid climb at which time i have to step on the brake and then try to accelerate again to get the vehicle to shift. This is very frustrating and…
ODI 10021091
Automatic Transmission
Engine hesitates and then lurches between 35-60 particularly around corners, downhill, etc. Appears to be an issue with the transmission. Took to the dealer in 2002 to check it out and was told the van has a "spirited transmission". Still does it today in 2004. From the looks of the complaints on this website there is a transmission defect with the odyssey and now my van is out of warranty. The transmission needs to…
ODI 10062376
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda odyssey. While driving approximately 35 mph, the transmission slips, makes a loud noise, and the vehicle surges forward while in second gear. The dealer stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact stated that the oil jet was placed into the transmission in 2004. The dealer stated that the vehicle needed a new transmission. The current and failure mileages were 106,000.…
ODI 10202812
Automatic Transmission
Ongoing automatic transmission failure while driving at 40 mph. Vehicle slipped out of gear, hesitated before accelerating, and tachometer dropped to zero. Dealership was unable to duplicate or resolve the problem. Dealership replaced the ecm and the pcm in an attempt to correct the issue. But problem recurred. *ak
ODI 10071999