2003 Honda Odyssey Automatic Transmission Problems
- 332
- 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 332 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 7 indicate fire
What owners report
- transmission failure · 23 records
- check engine · 21 records
- engine light · 18 records
- transmission failed · 16 records
- light came · 16 records
- automatic transmission · 15 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 132 |
| 100–150k mi | 109 |
| 30–60k mi | 32 |
| 1–30k mi | 26 |
| 150–400k mi | 9 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. The contact stated the transmission vibrated abnormally while driving 25 mph. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnostic test and found that the torque converter needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure who advised that they would pay $500 toward the repair, leaving a balance of $1500. The contact declined the offer. The…
ODI 10425779
Automatic Transmission
Bought my odyssey used, certified with the 7yr/100k mi warranty from a honda dealership in alexandria, va in may 2006 with less than 20,000 miles on it. Have had it serviced by my local honda dealership exclusively since purchasing. Less than 24 hours ago (at about 99000 miles), i experienced my first odd experience with shifting up/down while at expressway and freeway speeds. I returned home within 50 miles and…
ODI 10405874
Automatic Transmission
2003 honda odyssey began slipping in transmission from 2nd to 3rd gear approximately 1 month ago. I took the van to the dealer twice, only to be told they could not identify a problem. They did report that i needed $650 of other maintenance, which i agreed to, but could not "replicate" the problem i was there for. After the 3rd visit in less than 2 weeks, i was told that the transmission had failed and would need to…
ODI 10404401
Automatic Transmission
Approximately 60 days ago on a saturday i took my 2003 honda odyssey to one of the local honda dealers for and oil change service. I asked the service advisor to check out the check engine light because it had come on the week before. He told me that the regular service department was closed and that i shouldn't worry about it until it come up for the smog check. About 3 weeks later on memorial day weekend i had my…
ODI 10407387
Automatic Transmission
Honda transmission problem. When the vehicle switch from 2nd gear to 3rd gear, the vehicle accelerate to high rpm but doesn't move enough causing go slow for a while. Not any responsible answer from honda. *tr
ODI 10404532
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 mph she applied pressure to the accelerator pedal but the vehicle would not accelerate further. The tachometer and check engine lights also began to illuminate on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle…
ODI 10407534
Automatic Transmission
Transmission failure on 2003 honda odyssey purchased new from dealer. 2004 transmission recall performed by dealer and factory maintenance schedule performed throughout. In april 2011 noticed slipping when shift from second to third gear occurred. It became immobile while accelerating on a busy street. Taken to honda dealer and informed transmission needed replacement. *tr
ODI 10402508
Automatic Transmission
20003 honda odyssey transmission failure while driving. Lost of power in middle of vehicle operation. *tr
ODI 10401303
Automatic Transmission
Today, while driving my kids to school, my 2003 honda odyssey started to act funny. The engine revved up and down. The car started shifting gears up and down when driving at the same constant speed. Then, the tcs light and check engine light came on. Also, the d in the shifter display started flashing. Barely had time to pull part way into a mall parking lot driveway, halfway out of traffic before the car lost all…
ODI 10399098
Automatic Transmission
We bought our 2003 honda odyssey from a private party in may 2008 with an odometer of 46,000 miles. We have been well satisfied with the van since then. We now have 101,000 miles. We were visiting our daughter & family in oxford, ms and were returning home to rock hill, sc near tupelo, ms (about 50 miles) when the tachometer revved up to 5000+rpm. We had aaa tow it to a shop in tupelo who diagnosed a burned up…
ODI 10399300
Automatic Transmission
Our honda odyssey van - 2003 - has had numerous issues. Most recently, the transmission has failed. It appears that many minivans from this same era have had similar issues and honda is not offering me any assistance (except for a new $4,800 transmission). I love honda, but this is an outrage - clearly they have issues and they should be forced to correct their error. *tr
ODI 10398904
Automatic Transmission
Started slipping on a major street....leaving me in a dangerous position. Occurred at 159.00 miles after being serviced at the original dealer i purchased from. Was first told 4300.00 for rebuilt. Got honda involved, and it was reduced to 1900.00 after voicing my complaint. *tr
ODI 10396586
Automatic Transmission
2003 honda odyssey transmission slipping out of gear when accelerating after entering highway. *tr
ODI 10402900
Automatic Transmission
Transmission failure - 2003 honda odyssey @65,000 miles - lost 4th gear first, then 2nd gear when i slowed down. By the time i got to the dealer, all of the gears were malfunctioning and car was undriveable. Pending a response from honda as to whether they will grant me a "goodwill repair" allowance, i have not taken any repair action. This transmission was the subject of a recall in 2004, which i responded to.…
ODI 10394338
Automatic Transmission
2003 honda odyssey transmission, when up-shifting actually causes the van to lose power and slow down. *tr
ODI 10393953
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. The contact stated while driving 45 mph the vehicle would sputter and stall. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed a transmission failure and advised replacing the transmission. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 143,000.
ODI 10392863
Automatic Transmission
Noticed hard shifting into reverse of my 2003 honda odyssey with just under 80,000 miles. A few weeks after that, persistent slipping of the transmission into neutral (causing stall) was noted and addressed by a dealer. Dealer could not reproduce slippage and i was told to bring it back when it happened again (difficult when it stops on the side of the road). Dealer quoted me approx. $4500 for transmission…
ODI 10392950
Automatic Transmission
Van will sometimes stall in second gear, necessitating that i either step on the brake or shift into neutral before shifting back into drive. This is not a problem when i'm the only one on the road, but becomes a safety issue when turning corners or accelerating in heavy traffic. 2003 honda odyssey with 136,000 miles. Honda dealer says that the transmission and computer must be replaced completely. *tr
ODI 10392561
Automatic Transmission
We had purchased our 2003 honda odyssey brand new from a honda dealership after extensive browsing, researching, and comparing, we felt honda was the way to go due to their reputation for "making quality vehicles that last a long time and work great." how wrong we were. We babied this van. Made sure it got any oil, lube, or fix it needed and have the documentation to prove it. Shortly after buying it we had received…
ODI 10392748
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. The contact was driving 35 mph when the check engine and traction control system warning lights illuminated causing the vehicle to decelerate to a lower speed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who inspected the vehicle and stated that the transmission would need to be replaced. There was no warranty or recalls for the failure and the contact would be held liable for the…
ODI 10392779
Automatic Transmission
Approximately 2 weeks before the total transmission failure,vehicle started making a whirring sound and was sometimes slow to engage in drive after a cold start. There were also some erratic shifts. Vehicle was driven to honda dealer where were it was purchased new and always serviced and maintained .(including transmission fluid services).dealer diagnosed the repair as a transmission replacement at a cost of $4177.…
ODI 10392221
Automatic Transmission
Transmission failure on honda odyssey 2003. Vehicle part of the recall that was issued in 2004. Oil cooler installed but it did not fix the original issue of the second gear having tooth chipping. Transmission fluid was changed as recommended, according to honda. The car has 78k miles on it and the second gear is slipping. Honda never fixed the original issue of the second gear failing. This car was one of the first…
ODI 10392487
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. While driving approximately 65-70 mph the check engine and traction control light illuminated on the dashboard. He drove onto the side of the road and turned the vehicle off, waited approximately 5 minutes and turned the vehicle back on. When the vehicle restarted the traction control light shut off but the check engine light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to…
ODI 10386957
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. While driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle began exhibiting a loud, abnormal noise and became resistant to acceleration attempts. This was the second occurrence of the failure without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the failure where the contact was advised that the transmission would need replacing. The manufacturer was contacted and she was awaiting…
ODI 10386497
Automatic Transmission
2003 honda odyssey transmission failed at 63000 miles. This seems to be a regular occurrence with this vehicle and model. My wife was driving the vehicle and it simple stopped moving in the middle of a highway. Not very safe and it seems that honda is not willing to take full responsibility for this issue. *tr
ODI 10384746