2008 Honda Odyssey Structure Problems
- 12
- 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 12 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Structure · Tailgate
The tailgate struts on my 2008 honda odyssey failed on 3/7/2016. When i open the liftgate on our van now, the struts that cause the liftgate to open easily are not working. This means you have to raise the tailgate manually and use a stick of some kind to keep the tailgate open. I found that a recall was issued around 2012 for liftgate problems on the 2008-2009 honda odyssey. The information i found said that the…
ODI 10845922
Door · Structure
Rear door's struts does not work. The hatchback rear door slams shut and does not hold. There was a recall regarding strut defect in 2012. The recalled odysseys were manufactured in alabama factory where our car was manufactured. Just wonder why our vehicle is not on the recall list. Thank you for your time. Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge and attachments recall for 2008 honda odyssey recall announced…
ODI 10732580
Structure
The trunk lift (from an open position) of our 2008 honda odyssey ex-l unexpectedly fell on top of my wife's head while she was using the trunk area. Her injury was not serious, and consequently we determined the failure was the gas struts that assist in opening and closing the hatch. Honda already has a recall for the same issue for powered liftgate for 2008-9 models, but it doesn't include manual opening odysseys,…
1 injury
ODI 10568085
Body · Structure
The rear tailgate strut failed on my odyssey ex- important to differentiate from the ex-l, which was affected by a recall for the same thing (nhtsa campaign #12v062000). The recall did not apply to the ex nor lx models. Problem is the ex-l, ex & lx models share the same strut part #74820-shj-a21, price $63.91/each. The parts information is right off honda's own website. The recall makes no mention of failures to any…
ODI 10509666
Hinge And Attachments · Structure
2008 honda odyssey. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle tailgate struts issues. *smd the consumer stated the tailgate struts broke and lost their gas due to leakage. The consumer stated a recall was issued for vehicles with power tailgates. He believed even the vans without power tailgates, should be recalled.
ODI 10511097
Structure
Yesterday (3/4/2013), i lifted open the trunk, on my honda odyssey 2008 (ex-l). I noticed that it was a little heavy to lift. When i lifted it all the way up and let it go, it immediately came down on my head. Luckily, i was able to catch it before it hit my head. The trunk door would not stay in the open position, and comes down to a hard close if not held open by hand. So far, i have not received any communication…
ODI 10501329
Structure
Paint is peeling from the primer. Coming off in sheets. Roof area. Rust spots popping up. Many complaints. Class action suit has been filed. *tr
ODI 10516159
Structure
Report of safety hazard- on my first drive after purchasing my 2008 honda odyssey i was on an interstate and the sun was at an angle which illuminated the light colored trim of the dash panel to the left of the steering wheel. This light colored panel produced a reflection in the shape of the panel which covered my left rearview mirror such that passing vehicles were obscured . I could not depend upon the drivers…
ODI 10349899
Door · Structure
My niece, age 5, reached for her seatbelt as the door was closing and her hand was crushed between the door and the vehicle. There are sensors on the front side of the door, but it seems that there are no sensors on the back side of the door (where the seatbelt is located). *tr
1 injury
ODI 10325501
Structure
Interior of vehicle compartment leaves passengers (four) leaving feeling weak, woozy, unable to stay alert, feeling as if we are going to pass out during vehilce operation. Windows must be rolled down for fresh oxygen. Vehicle under warranty taken to local lynnwood washington honda dealer for inspection, repair. Requested maintenance director contact national and international honda maintenance supervisory personnel…
4 injuries
ODI 10390399
Structure
Tailgate lift gate hydraulic failure on the honda odyssey - failure could cause significant injuries. Was told by local dealership that it is a "common problem" in both old and new odysseys. Mine failed at maybe 20k miles (i am guessing) and the car is 1.5 yrs old. Know of another person who's failed at 20k too. *tr
ODI 10291663
Structure
When using the automatic sliding door on my 2008 odyssey, the door's sensor failed to auto-reverse when my 2 1/2 year old daughter reached her hand towards the door of the van from the inside. Not only were her fingers and upper hand hit by the closing door, but the door failed to open and remained shut on her hand until i manually opened it. This resulted in an obvious injury to her hand and a trip to the emergency…
1 injury
ODI 10226858