2009 Honda Odyssey Engine Problems
- 28
- 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 28 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 4 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 7 records
- engine light · 6 records
- spark plugs · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 13 |
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electronic Stability Control · Engine
Burns excessive oil under normal driving conditions and constantly adding oil. In addition the check oil and/or check engine warning lights do not come. Several occasions have found it bone dry.
ODI 11300246
Engine
The vehicle is consuming a lot of oil. The last 2 times i took it to walmart i was informed there was no oil in my engine. No lights came on, the oil indicator stated i still had life left in the oil. There has been no oil on the ground. This is dangerous as the engine can seize and cause and accident.
ODI 11299418
Engine
Tl* the contact owned a 2009 honda odyssey. The contact stated that while his son was driving at 50 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated and the entire vehicle began rattling and then smoking. The contact immediately pulled over and the vehicle burst into flames. The fire department arrived and extinguished the vehicle; no injuries were sustained. No reports were filed; the vehicle was totaled on the…
Fire reported
ODI 11234274
Engine
While my car was parked at a store, my engine caught fire leading to a total loss of the vehicle. I drove my car for a short distance to do two errands (maybe [redacted]). I parked my car and went in to shop for maybe 15 - 20 minutes. When i came out of the store, black smoke was billowing out from the engine followed shortly after by flames. By the time the fire department was able to put out the fire, the car's…
Fire reported
ODI 11217104
Engine
While driving the check engine light comes on and the vehicle loses power and shakes. The vehicle consumes excessive oil which causes the plugs to foul and fail. The known issue is caused by a defective vehicle cylinder management (vcm). When this occurs, the vehicle exhibits a burning oil smell and gas smell in the cabin. This has almost caused a major high speed accident because of the inability of the vehicle to…
ODI 11190849
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
While stopped at a 4 way traffic intersection w/light and with foot on the brake, the engine raced on it's own causing the car to surge ahead unexpectantly. I had to take it out of gear to avoid an accident.
ODI 11161094
Engine
3.5l v6 engine misfire, plugs fouling, piston ring replacement as part of the class action settlement for engine misfire, honda corp issued a service bulletin to update the pcm software and replace the affected spark plugs. This remedy does not fix the problem. Recognizing the original remedy was not affective, honda corp issued a service bulletin to extend engine warranty to 8 years or 125,000 miles whichever it…
ODI 11119758
Body · Engine
My honda odyssey caught fire on may 13, 2018. There was no accident involved. The car just burned itself. The car suddenly stopped in the middle of the road when i was driving at 30 miles per hour at local road. And started to shake. Smoke came out under the engine cover, i opened the engine cover, flame came out as high as 6-8 feet. It was so dangerous. I called the police. Before the fire truck came, some pass by…
Fire reported
ODI 11151793
Engine
Engine is burning excessive amounts of oil resulting in a p3497 obd ii fault code. Low oil pressure light does not turn on, even though the engine burned over 2 quarts of oil. Became aware of issue when check engine light turned on. Added 2 quarts of oil, then obtained an oil change the next day. This has happened multiple times. There is a very high risk of engine seizing. Honda has not issued a recall. Honda did…
ODI 11089292
Engine
Variable cylinder management switches on and off and causes excessive oil consumption. Oil light comes on and codes p3400 and p3497 show on the reader.
ODI 11062288
Engine
Honda odyssey oil consumption-i have a 2009 odyssey that consumes oil. Roughly, every 1,000 miles, i am adding 1 to 2 quarts of oil every 3 to 4 weeks. No spots on the ground. Engine is consuming oil. Have read that this is a known problem with honda.
ODI 11056278
Body · Engine · Wheels
Vehicle had charging system light go on (battery light). Battery was not charging and there was a noise near the alternator. Next day, light goes off, battery is charging now, no noise. Two days and 40 miles later, no other lights and no other noise. Vehicle enters highway, makes it about 3 miles when the cruise control shuts off. All lights on the dash come on and shut off. Driver pulls over, starts to see smoke…
Fire reported
ODI 11014075
Engine
Excess oil useage, fouled plugs. Repairs offered are only a temporary fix, according to my mechanic.
ODI 11019558
Engine
In fall 2016, the dealership addressed a misfire engine reading on my van. I had taken it in at least two other times because of sluggish acceleration or vehicle dying while at a stop. In spring 2017, the van became disabled at an intersection and it was found that the cause was the same misfire code. According to honda's nhtsa id number: 10099308 manufacturer communication number: we - a13-080, this repair would…
ODI 11061081
Engine
During driving in the city or on the highway i've been having an engine misfire with spark plug fouling causing problems resulting in a catalytic converter and o2 sensor replacement. My van is still in the shop and has to be towed to a dealer 46 miles away to see if they can get it to stop spewing oil into the combustion chamber.
ODI 10926779
Engine
Bought this van at 83,000 miles before it turned 100,000 it is burning at least 2 quarts of oil between regular changes. Read on forums that this is a major issues with the 3.5litre engines
ODI 10946852
Engine
Losing a quart of oil every 3 to 4 weeks. No spots on the ground. Engine is consuming oil!
ODI 11016541
Engine
I just purchased this vehicle on april 19, 2016. I had the oil changed mid june. My wife had a trip to florida near the end of june, so i checked the oil and it was fine. As of today i heard a knocking sound and checked the oil. It was two quarts low. I filled the oil and the knocking sound remains.
ODI 10891468
Engine
Front and side engine mounts failed at less than 60,000 miles with regular light use and no accidents. Symptoms were clunking of the engine when shifting into gear and starting and stopping.
ODI 10883295
Engine
Engine burns excessive amount oil without any warning lights. Slowing eating up the camshaft and valve rocker arm. Casing misfire to the engine and eventually engine stops working. Mine did not have the engine stop, but local mechanic verifies that there is a excessive wear to the camshaft units
ODI 10779451
Engine
Ivtec 3.5l engine. Touring model. Rear engine mount failure. Aluminum engine mount attachment sheared. No car damage history or abuse. Family car, daily driving around town and highway. Not sure when it failed, but total mileage is 120,000 miles. Owned this car since new. Dealer said the protective boot had torn, and the mount needed replacing. Honda part, $650, completely unreasonable. I bought a part, and replaced…
ODI 10779118
Electrical System · Engine
While driving on the highway at approximately 70 mph my wife's 2009 honda odyssey began to shake as i stepped on the gas the engine light came on and the vehicle lost engine power and i had to manually steer to the side of the highway.. Upon opening the hood i could smell that something was burning. The vehicle was towed 79 miles to my mechanic. I was informed that a spark plug blew out completely and a portion of…
ODI 10713230
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 honda odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 mph, the serpentine belt fractured and the engine stalled without warning. The failure occurred on two occasions. The vehicle was towed to the dealer on two occasions. The technician diagnosed on the second occasion that the serpentine belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…
ODI 10661592
Engine
Van began to stutter on acceleration and check engine light came on. Took to personal mechanic who diagnosed a mis-fire in cylinder #2. Removed spark plug to find it coated with oil and carbon. Says it appears oil is leaking through the engine valve stem seals and coating the plug. He replaced the plug. Have since took it to local honda dealership and performed an oil consumption test. Over 1 quart consumed in 1200…
ODI 10542705
Engine
Engine oil service was performed by independent mechanic at 33,599 miles, who informed that the engine oil level was low prior to draining the crank case. I began monitoring engine oil quantity thereafter. Currently with 39,252 miles on the vehicle the engine oil consumption rate is about 1 quart per 2,500 miles, which seems excessive for an engine with low mileage. This rate equates to consumption of half of the…
ODI 10514743