Transmission failure on 2002 honda odyssey. Long history of failure of honda odyssey transmission. Honda had a recall in 2004 and they installed a jet oiler kit which was supposed to fix the problem that LED to the failure of our transmission.
2002 Honda Odyssey transmission complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda odyssey. The contact stated that the vehicle would jerk violently while driving. The vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 04v176000 (power train:automatic transmission), but the failure recurred. The dealer was contacted, but did not assist the contact with any repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 123,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda odyssey. The contact was driving 35 MPH when the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the electronic cable wires and the transmission needed replacing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted who offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 58,000 and the current mileage was 600,000. Updated 07/26/11*lj updatted 07/29/11
Transmission failure. Complaint to dealership in 2003. Dealer suggested it was other issues. Had problems continuously and visited dealership in 2004, 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2009. Only after the mileage was over 100,000 miles and confirmed by another mechanic the dealer finally agreed it was transmission issue. Must request honda replace the transmission free of change because the first instance was only one year after gotten the car.
Honda odyssey automatic transmission defect. Our transmission failed after 120,000 miles and now requires replacement.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda odyssey. The contact stated that when driving 20 MPH and up and attempting to accelerate, the gear shifter would shift independently into neutral. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer and they advised him that he needed to replace the transmission. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered to assist with fifty percent of the repair costs. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda odyssey. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle began to jerk and respond as if it was going to stall. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the mechanic stated the transmission was defective and would most likely have to be rebuilt. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that the vehicle was repaired according to recall 04v176000 (power train:automatic transmission). The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 150,000.
2002 honda odyssey. Consumer states problem with vehicle transmission *tgw the consumer discovered a recall regarding the transmission and is requesting reimbursement for the transmission replacement on her vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda odyssey. The contact stated that the vehicle would not shift into any gears and would not reverse. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 04v176000 (power train: automatic transmission) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for repairs. The contact stated that the repairs did not correct the failure. The drive warning indicator was illuminated and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer who performed a diagnostic that located the failure at the transmission and computer assembly. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer would not assist with the repair because of the vehicle age and mileage. The failure and the current mileage was 140,000.
Failure of honda odyssey 2002 transmission. While driving, the van randomly stops responding to acceleration and slows down, creating very unsafe driving conditions on the highway. It seems, the honda odyssey transmission recall work done in 2004 was a temporary fix and it delayed the failure rather than fixing it.
I have a 2002 honda odyssey that has experienced a transmission failure. I have almost been rearended a couple of times because the car would not accelerate in traffic or while entering onto the highway. I bought the car as a certified preowned vehicle and have maintained it through the dealer over the years. After arguing with american honda consumer affairs, the most my case manager [xxx] will offer is half the repair. As I have researched this problem, I am finding case after case of honda transmission failure at much lower than expected mileage. Even after a class action lawsuit involving previous year models, the problem remains. From a safety standpoint, this should be unacceptable. Most people bought an odyssey as a family vehicle and are transporting children. Honda needs to acknowledge the fact that they are installing faulty transmissions in certain models of their vehicles and they should be required to fix them. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The transmission starts slipping, the car cannot be accelerated further, this creates dangerous situations on the road and can lead to serious accidents. Its happening almost every day.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda odyssey. The contact stated that the vehicle would jerk violently while driving 20 MPH and above with the illumination of the tcs and check engine warning lights. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer and they advised her that the transmission would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 73,000. The VIN was unavailable.
On april 1, 2011, our honda odyssey (model yr. 2002) experienced significant jerking / thumping motion upon acceleration after driving for about 30 minutes. It felt as if the van was hit form behind by another vehicle, which was not the case. We pulled into a parking lot to rest the van, and to try and regain our confidence and courage to continue driving it again. Once on the road the same jerking sensation occurred once more. It truly felt unsafe to drive from then on. The honda odyssey was purchased from a local honda dealer and maintained 100% by the dealer. On monday april 4, 2011, the dealer diagnosed the problem as "complete transmission failure'. Based on internet research and automobile forums, apparently transmission failures are quite common for these models. The dealer quoted us a price of five thousand dollars ($5,000.) to repair our van which has 99,720 miles logged. Honda is not standing by their product. We're not sure what to do or where to turn next, but I'm not giving the dealer another dime. This is bad news from a manufacturer that boasts about quality & reliability in their marketing. I guess those days are gone. Bad news'
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda odyssey. The contact stated that the vehicle would hesitate to accelerate when he was changing gears. The failure occurred most often when shifting from second to third gear. The vehicle was included in the recall 04v176000 (power train: automatic transmission). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was told that the vehicle did not need to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure continued to occur. The failure mileage was 18,000 and the current mileage was 70,000.
We inherited a 2002 honda odyssey. The van began having very frightening transmission problems at about 80,000 miles. It will slip out of gear. This has happened while on the highway with my 5 kids in the van with me. It is very dangerous, and scary for your van to suddenly disengage at 65 miles per hour. We had a solenoid replaced but are now being told that we need a new transmission on a van with only 84,000 miles. Honda has not been very helpful at all. I am scared to drive the van.
Transmission failure on 2002 honda odyssey.
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2002 honda odyssey transmission failure at 70,000 miles.
2002 honda odyssey (single owner, purchased new from dealership in 2002) with 82,829 miles. Clutch came apart, causing transmission to fail. This is a known problem with 1999-2010 models. The transmission had to be replaced by aamco, at a cost of $3,524.39. The honda dealership was unwilling to compromise on the cost and there has been a record of poor service associated with the dealership.
2002 honda odyssey has transmission slip problem at 105,000 miles.
Honda odyssey 2002 transmission and fuel pump problem.
I was driving my young children to school, when in the middle of a busy intersection, my 2002 honda odyssey (89,000 mi) lost power. If was as if it shifted out of gear, into neutral. After a few seconds it shifted back. I prayed the rest of the way to school. After dropping the girls off at school, there were a couple of other instances where it shifted out of gear on the 2 mile drive to the transmission shop. Prior to this day, there was absolutely no warning that there was a transmission problem. (we had had it properly serviced according to the recommendations - aug 2010 tranny fluid changed). In fact, our bags were packed and we were planning to leave right after school that day for a 300 mile trip to grandparents. The trip had to be cancelled. We are so thankful it didn't happen on the highway. From the thousands of other stories I have read online, many others weren't so fortunate. Honda offered us $450 on the $3,300 repair. Now, we are aware of how well known and documented this transmission issue is on the odyssey. Does someone have to die before honda does something to protect owners from this sudden, dangerous failure of the transmissions? We bought a honda because of its safety rating. That was a huge, expensive mistake! With all of the reports of second and third transmissions failing on these vehicles, I will never feel safe in it again with my family! We plan to sell it, if we are able. Please make honda accountable for these defects and make them do something to make these vehicles safer. Thank you
Transmssion would not go into gear while trying to climb an incline on a road that had no shoulder and dangerous curves.
2002 honda odyssey transmission 3rd gear failed at 98,182 miles. Consumer complaint research shows that the 2002 honda odyssey transmission 3rd gear fails after 90,000 miles. A transmission failure at highway speed could result in a catastrophic crash. While driving in an urban area, I backed up and there was a loud clunk and the transmission slipped. When I shifted to forward, the transmission slipped again and would not shift into 3rd gear. I was able to immediately drive to the local honda dealership and was told 3rd gear is out and the transmission would need to be replaced. The transmission had the 2004 recall performed at 24,269 miles (2nd gear inspection and oil kit injector installed), and was service at a honda dealership for transmission service at 55,823 miles, 58,395 miles and 75,659 miles. The odyssey had a few rough shifts 58,395 miles, which prompted another transmission service (fluid replacement).
I have a 2002 honda odyssey with 72000 miles on it. The check engine light came on and the computer error readout came to p0740. I changed the transmission fluid and after a week the light came on. 72000 miles is not much to have transmission issues. I called american honda and gave them the diagnostic code and they tell me that I have to take to honda dealership and get it checked by their computer. I spent $120 for it and they also gave me the same reading p0740. "the code shows internal failure of the torque converter inside the transmission" , I contacted american honda and they tell me that its out of warranty and therefore they would not do anything. The local honda service station tells me that it would cost $4000 to replace the transmission. It is ridiculous that after buying a car and at 72000 miles the transmission fails? Honda is turning a blind eye towards it. After researching this issue, I find that there are many owners with the same kind of issues with their honda. We need to get this out to honda and get them fix the issue with their cars.
Transmission failure on 2002 honda odyssey with 97,000 miles.
The transmission slipped when driving causing the engine to rev up, but not resulting in movement of vehicle. Then the transmission engaged. Happened several times when driving back from the airport. Engine and tcs lights came on. Replaced the 4rd gear clutch plate at honda dealer, but problem has not gone away. Since then have replaced engine mount bushings, but problem still persists. Researched on internet that many odyssey owners have experienced similar problems with their transnissions. I called american honda motors with a description of the problems experienced, but they refused to take care of it. Neither has the dealer, community honda of orland park been helpful in this regard. Have spent a lot money and time at dealer, but problem has not gone away. This is a safety issue caused by a faulty design by honda, in my opinion.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda odyssey. The contact was driving approximately 10 MPH when the vehicle failed to accelerate into second gear. The contact removed his foot from the accelerator pedal and when reapplying pressure, the vehicle became responsive. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was advised that the transmission would need replacing. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 04v176000 (power train:automatic transmission) and stated that the recall was previously performed on his vehicle but to no avail. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that they would assist with partial repair costs. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 73,000 and the current mileage was 73,500.
While traveling in a 40/45 MPH street, the odyssey's transmission suddenly locked up and my speed suddenly dropped to 20 MPH from 45 MPH. The cars behind me almost crashed my rear end due to the sudden transmission failure. The transmission shouldn't fail at 73,341 miles. Honda had a safety recall in '04 (the federal safety agency# 04v176000) where I had the jet kit installed in '04. I found out that there were at least 400 people in the internet honda group forum who had a similar transmission problem on the odyssey and most of them replaced their transmission after 90,000 miles. Many of them had a near fatal accident due to the 2nd gear lockup at high speeds. The jet kit failed to fix the transmission issue. In almost all cases, honda USA refuses to fix the transmission for free. A honda dealer was charging $5600 for the repair, but I was able to get a discount of $1800. There should be a class action suit against honda since more than 1 million customers were affected by this transmission safety problem on the odyssey and honda pilot. Honda should replace the transmission for free! I can't imagine that my transmission failed at 73,241 since I have very low miles. I primarily use the odyssey to drive around the town and I don't use the vehicle for towing.
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