2004 Honda Odyssey Automatic Transmission Problems
- 74
- 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 74 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- transmission failure · 14 records
- automatic transmission · 11 records
- engine light · 10 records
- check engine · 10 records
- transmission failed · 9 records
- light came · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 26 |
| 100–150k mi | 22 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
See nhtsa campaign id number : 04v176000 outlining recall for transmission problems. We followed all recall instructions, serviced the vehicle regularly only through a certified honda dealer and now the transmission has totally failed, costing $4,800. *tr
ODI 10276196
Automatic Transmission
2004 honda odyssey transmission failure at 80,000 miles. Honda offered 700.00 rebate only if i had the repairs done at a honda dealer, which would cost $4200.00. I'm retired on a fixed income. *tr
ODI 10336042
Automatic Transmission
Transmission failure at 55,000 miles 2004 honda odyssey. *tr
ODI 10266711
Automatic Transmission
We kept getting a vibration at about 30 miles an hour, and often in the same place on the roads in town. Because we live about 45 minutes from a honda dealer and our odyssey is out of warranty, we took the car to our local repair shop, where they tried several fixes. After several months of this, we finally took it to honda and they said the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle only had 97,000 miles on…
ODI 10316292
Automatic Transmission
Normal functionality driving on trip during mild weather on 29 march 2009 from sacramento area to los angeles. After driving over 5 hours, the car suddenly lost power and the vehicle was smoking due to the rapid ejection of transmission fluid from the transmission (breather valve?) which resulted in sudden and catastrophic transmission failure in 2004 honda odyssey. The transmission required replacement at 79000…
ODI 10264445
Automatic Transmission
Trans shutters at 30-40 miles per hour dealer said that because no trouble codes were showing up they could not do a repair. I was instructed to drive the car and return when the check light came on the van has 88,000 miles and this problem has occurred several times but no ck eng light. *tr
ODI 10273959
Automatic Transmission
Tl- the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. He stated, while driving 50 mph the vehicle shift began to shift into second, third and then into first gear on its own. The contact reported problem to the dealer but they stated that there was no valid warranty for his vehicle. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 125,000
ODI 10331394
Automatic Transmission
2004 honda odyssey has malfunction in transmission. *tr
ODI 10365506
Automatic Transmission
I had a long wait at a pharmacy drive up window so with the engine running, i put the shift in park and set the foot brake. On an attempt to move forward i put my foot on the brake pedal, released the emergency brake and attempted to move the shift lever from park but it was locked in the park position and would not move. I quickly looked in the owners manual and read the instructions on page 185-6 which described…
ODI 10178342
Automatic Transmission
Dt*: the contact stated the automatic transmission failed and the vehicle was not included in nhtsa recall #04v176000, regarding the powertrain:automatic transmission due to the vin. The service dealer determined the transmission needed to be replaced.
ODI 10175865
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda odyssey. On several occasions, the transmission slipped while driving between 20-40 mph. The vehicle hesitated while driving uphill several times as well. The dealer could not duplicate the failure because it was a random occurrence. The dealer informed the contact to wait until the failure worsened or until the check engine light illuminated. The contact was also informed that her…
ODI 10211614
Automatic Transmission
2004 honda odyssey transmission problem. At 20,000 miles, the transmission has started to slip. Also, it rolls backwards when it is in drive in our driveway. Our driveway is not steep. It did not do that when we first got it. The dealer said that was normal. We almost slammed into a car that was parked in front of us on a hill. We were facing downward. I put the van in reverse, then i took my foot off the brake to…
ODI 10157902
Automatic Transmission · Door · Electrical System · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Multiple failures. Brakes problem, transmission, rough idle & engine surging, steering column controls and others. *bf the automatic door would not open or close, the transmission did not shift properly and the dealer was unable to duplicate the problem. The brake pedal shuttered, the brakes would catch without being applied. The consumer was told the steering column control switch had a short, however the next day…
ODI 10097339
Automatic Transmission
A recall was issued for the transmission second gear set. Consumer stated that the dealer will not have the repair kit until november 28,2004. *ak
ODI 10092903
Automatic Transmission
When shifting up from a lower gear (from 1st to 2nd) most notably at low speeds, around 20 to 25 mph, the engine feels like it is revving higher than normal before shifting into the next gear. When it does shift, it shifts hard and makes a clanking noise. It feels as though the transmission is sticking, preventing it from changing gears in a normal fashion. I have not noticed it occurring at any specific time, it…
ODI 10088588
Automatic Transmission
My 2004 honda odyssey has lurched and loss forward power/motion for just a few seconds while driving normally at speed between 40-60 mph. This has happened during the first 7500 miles. Cruise control was not on during these events. I have checked recalls and other owners and found similar comments. This could cause an accident if passing or additional power is needed while driving up incline. Have had fuel pump…
ODI 10100393
Automatic Transmission
Recall 004v176000, concerning automatic transmission. No parts available until september 9,2004. Ontario honda, [redacted]. Dealership did not resolve the problem. *ak
ODI 10089987
Automatic Transmission
Sold an unsafe recall new vehicle based on honda tsb. *bf the consumer was not informed of recall 04v-176 until after he was almost in an accident. The vehicle continued to accelerated while the brake pedal was pressed. The consumer request a full refund. *nm
ODI 10097627
Automatic Transmission
The dealership is not able to give the consumer an appointment too have the auto transmission recall 04v176000 performed within a reasonable time frame. The first available date is dec 15 2004. *la *sc *jb
ODI 10083282
Automatic Transmission
2004 honda odyssey manufacturing defect.*mr the vehicle was on and the consumer had to children inside it. The consumer put the vehicle in park and exited the vehicle to retrieved something. When she returned and attempted to get into her car it began to roll backwards down the driveway. The vehicle crossed the road before it came to an abrupt stop on the curd. The dealer was contacted and explained that the gears…
ODI 10089575
Automatic Transmission
2004 honda odyssey lurched backwards while in idle then accelerated out of the garage.*mr the consumer contacted the dealership who told the consumer their best guess was that the gear was stuck between park and reverse and eventually popped into reverse. *jb
Crash reported
ODI 10082168
Automatic Transmission
While driving vehicle lose speed and stalls. *ts the vehicle would also lunge forward. The problem was unable to be duplicated. The consumer was informed that the transmission was bad. Please refer to recall#04v176000. *sc *jb
ODI 10094354
Automatic Transmission
Van shakes horribly after reaching 60 mph and is really bad from around 70 mph. Taken it in at least 3 times for the same thing and it is still not fixed. They changed out tires and balanced but to no avail.
ODI 10066552
Automatic Transmission · Door
Dt: consumer complained about two problems. The first problem involved the sliding door located on the right side which did not close when it was opened. Took vehicle to dealership six times. However, problem recurred on july 19, 2005, and the dealership told him to bring the vehicle back. Consumer has repeatedly been told by the dealership that there was no problem. Dealership replaced some parts, but consumer saw…
ODI 10129367