2005 Honda Odyssey Engine Problems
- 59
- 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 59 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- engine mounts · 19 records
- motor mounts · 16 records
- engine mount · 10 records
- motor mount · 6 records
- mounts broken · 6 records
- rear engine · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 23 |
| 60–100k mi | 23 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would vibrate and become very difficult to steer. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the motor mounts needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileage…
ODI 10604281
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
The transmission on my 2005 honda odyssey has to replaced and honda is claiming that is normal for a transmission to go at 100000 miles. The car drives fine for short distances but then after long distances it goes 5 miles an hour and revs really high. It was towed to honda where they told me nothing was wrong. I asked them to drain the fluid and replace it. They did that then drove it around and drained it again…
ODI 10578268
Engine
Dealer said that the front engine mounts were cracked and needed to be replaced. Side engine mounts are also failing. *tr
ODI 10572995
Engine
When accelerating on the highway (began at approx. 55mph), my vehicle began to shake violently. Any acceleration at or higher than the 55mph mark continues to make the vehicle shake. We believe the issue is caused by damaged/broken motor mounts. *tr
ODI 10669619
Engine
Replaced front engine mount on march 2014, now (oct 2014) car is due for rear mount at 102,500 miles. Honda odyssey vibration caused by failed rear engine mount dangerous at high speed. There should be a safety recall on this, affecting to thousands of odyssey owners. What are we waiting for? *tr
ODI 10649200
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
My wife had a doctor's appointment and was waiting in the office. She has parked the car in parking lot. After sometime all of a sudden car's alarm went off. All from doctor's office rushed out to parking lot to see what happened. She noticed some smoke coming out under the hood. And within seconds car caught fire and burnt. Whole front of the car burnt completely. Insurance company has called it a total loss. I'm…
Fire reported
ODI 10568321
Engine · Steering
When maneuvering in low mileage areas, i.e. Driveways, parking lots, my power steering pump does not assist well, if at all. The vehicle makes a noise similar to an rc car with a dying battery and the steering wheel is almost impossible for me to move. In order to get out of a parking space, it can take me up to 10 or so moves because i cannot get the wheel to turn properly. *tr
ODI 10669624
Engine · Power Train
Where do i start....original owner, purchased brand new. No problems for about 3-4 years, and then: transmission whine, took in to dealer off and on for several years, could never identify issue, they said. But as soon as the drivetrain warranty expired, miraculously, they identified it, and now say i need a new transmission. Motor mounts found to have cracked; problem is very common per internet forums, but honda…
ODI 10558471
Engine · Power Train · Steering · Visibility/Wiper
Power steering does not work well at low speeds (i.e. Parking and turning corners). Vehicle is hard to turn and could result in crash. Also, rear motor has failed, which could result in undesirable shifting of transmission. *tr
ODI 10548235
Engine
Engine mount problems. I beseach you all, please help us! Purchased this car 8 months ago from honda dealership. Was convinced to buy warranty. First week it began to make noise after purchase, drove in and they said they couldn't tell me what was wrong at the time without any indicator light on and to come back. Light came on was engine mounts broken oh and catalytic converter. I thought, good thing i purchased the…
ODI 10542382
Electronic Stability Control · Engine
After take off from a red light vehicle started to shake and vibrate uncontrollably which caused me to quickly apply the brake and pull off the road. Took it to a reputable mechanic who discovered that rear mounts are bad an estimated $1200 repair. Honda really should recall for this i shouldn't have to shove out money for something that after research i found to be a highly reported problem on these model years. *js
ODI 10538243
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal vibration coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the motor mounts failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 146,000.
ODI 10622610
Engine
Motor mounts failed. That should not happen with an 8 year old car. Van shook bad enough where i had to pull over because i thought i had a flat tire or something. I didn't panic but it scared me enough where i could see somebody having a accident because of it. Honda wants $1300 to replace, that's not right. Should be a recall. *tt
ODI 10537994
Engine · Unknown Or Other
We took our van in for servicing and complained to the honda service representative that we have been experiencing vehicle vibrations that became worse during regular highway speeds when the variable cylinder management (vcm) system shifted from 6 to 4 cylinders and back again. We also started experiencing a distinct "clunk" sound during our vacation trip in late june. The honda dealership inspected the vehicle and…
ODI 10523738
Engine
I am very disappointed with my honda odyssey. We have always had honda cars and have found them to be reliable until now. After reading all of the recalls on my personal vehicle, i can honestly say that 90% of the recalls or complaints have happened with my car as well. Most frustrating is the engine motor mounts. Brakes, tires, and vibration when reaching 60 miles per hour have always been an issue. After spending…
ODI 10521944
Engine
Brought the vehicle in for service due to a vibration. This was the 2nd time that i've brought it in for the same problem. Last time the dealer claimed it was an alignment / wheel balance issue. This time they have claimed that 2 of the 4 engine mounts are broken. They also said that this is a common occurrence for honda odyssey's. Research on various message boards and complaints on the nhtsa site do indicate that…
ODI 10513476
Engine · Suspension
Engine mounts on the car broke and need replacement. *tr
ODI 10558299
Engine · Power Train
I have very low mileage and the transmission seems to be going out. Also the rear main seal has blown. The mechanic says because of the transmission it affect the rear seal. I know honda has had several issues with its transmissions and they have helped some people and not others. I filed a claim and was denied yet it seems there are issues that are the same as others that have been helped. *tr
ODI 10498274
Engine
Was told by the dealer that my front engine mount is torn and needs to be replaced. After reading some information online, apparently, this is a known problem with honda odysseys (even low mileage vehicles). I was wondering why there has not been a recalled issued for honda odyssey. *tr
ODI 10510530
Engine · Steering · Suspension
One owner of a 2005 honda odyssey. Vehicle used to drive back and forth to work, general errands, occasional drive out of town. Within the past couple of months, my wife noticed severe shaking of steering wheel when accelerating at 65 mph. Vehicle taken to shop, had vehicle inspected: usual tire rotation, alignment, balancing performed; however problem persisted, and replaced two new tires. Took vehicle back to same…
ODI 10487793
Engine
Today i took my car into the honda dealership service department. I was told that my front and side engine mounts were broken. I was stunned because my minivan is only 8 years old bought brand new. I only drive the van under normal driving conditions to and from school activities for my kids. It seems to me a substantial car part such as the engine mounts should not be breaking at 87,000 miles. Subsequently, i have…
ODI 10481478
Engine · Power Train
Had our 05 odyssey ex-l in for standard servicing and was told rear and passenger side motor mounts required replacing (at a cost of $1200+)! Van experiences noticeable noise and vibration as is shifts in and out of the eco phase of engine operation. I have never owned a vehicle that required motor mount replacement and after research, a service bulletin was apparently issued back in 2006 on this issue. This appears…
ODI 10479987
Engine
Broken engine mount, right rear. Took car in for torque converter recall. Dealer did the software update and then advised that engine mount is broken. *tr
ODI 10471447
Engine
With no prior warning the vehicle began smoking out of the tail pipe. When pulled over, car was smoking under hood and all fluid poured out of the bottom. Had car towed to mechanic. "blown or cracked" head gasket was his diagnosis. Had car towed to shop to have repaired. After two weeks in the shop, the mechanic informed me that the car was still leaking antifreeze into the oil and that there is a porous leak…
ODI 10473258
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
I was returning home and after driving on the freeway for approximately 45 minutes of driving at approximately 65 mph i heard a pop under the hood of my van and began to see smoke. I was unable to accelerate and had to turn on my hazard lights and pull off the freeway at the next exit. Upon taking my vehicle to my mechanic, i was told my transmission had failed. *tr
ODI 10478561