Transmission torque converter clutch circuit p0740 and p0430 - needs new transmission. Check engine light is on traction control light is on and diagnosed error codes p0740. Transmission fails to engage, slips with no drive power. Progressively getting worst. Requires replacement of transmission as per dealer at cost of $5,900. This same problem has affected several 100,000s of 2002 to 2004 honda odyssey vans and other honda models with same transmission. Honda knows about this problem with these models and still has done nothing to repair them. Honda odyssey transmission problem is widely known and discussed at length on online honda forums and at dealerships, to a point where nobody is willing to buy these used vehicles at bluebook market value. The cost associated with a transmission replacement is $5900, in excess of current vehicle market value. On further investigation, honda has an active recall for odyssey transmissions up to model year 2001. This has been in place since year 2003, when the 2002 honda odyssey was relatively new, hence not included in this recall, even though the transmission in 2001 and 2002 model year are same. To make matters worse honda knew of this transmission design problem which continues past model year 2001. They used the same transmission till model year 2004. I would like honda to recall odyssey transmissions from 2002 to 2004 as well and repair them under warranty. Several other honda vehicles models are also impacted by this poor transmission design. Then why has honda not done anything to help its customers. I would like the federal safety agency investigate further leveraging on the 2001 honda odyssey recall to expedite a resolution forcing honda to recall for repairs. Thank you.
2002 Honda Odyssey: transmission slipping
177 of the 960 complaints about the 2002 Honda Odyssey describe transmission slipping.
- owner complaints
- 177
- of this car's complaints
- 18%
- typical repair cost reported
- $4,000
- typical mileage
- 89,000
- recalls
- 1
Transmission slipping by model year
What owners say
Transmission slips on 2nd to 3rd gear or disengages altogether upon acceleration which is happening on a more frequent basis lately. Transmission fluid changes are made every 30k miles by dealer. Oil jet recall has been performed upon tsb notification, added oil cooler, cleaned and/or replaced filter and solenoids just to prolong the inevitable transmission failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the air bag and transmission warning lights illuminated. In addition, the vehicle slipped out of gear while driving on more than one occasion. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted about the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 187,000.
Van has 159000 miles on it. While driving, transmission slips while shifting. Shudders and jerks while shifting. A road hazard, concerned it may cause being rear ended by other vehicles.
The 2nd and 3rd gear slips..... Speedometer is off the clock
Transmission shudders and slips. Check engine and SRS lights on all the time even after resets. "d" light flashes occasionally. Slips and sometimes just stays in neutral when cold. Has been ongoing for about 15,000 to 20,000 miles now steadily. I am 2nd owner and first occurred back in 2006 / 2007 when first obtained vehicle. Has fluid line recall done. Honda stated no problems found whenever I brought in and asked them to check out. I have driven car carefully since first occurrence but now warning lights always on. Rebuilt tranny about $3500 to $4000. Love the vehicle but deciding whether to keep or get something else. Honda has not been too good or upfront with support.
Slipping in 2nd gear as im coming onto highway wont shift over 20mph has happened numerous times couldve got me and my children seriously hurt they need to fix all transmissions with this problem very dangerous when driving on the highway. Good thing my dad doesnt live far. I was too scared to drive all the way home. What if there is not a next time because the person behind me isnt paying attention when my tranny slips and theres a crash and maybe even a death. My kids were beyond scared. Mommy are we going to die? I shouldn't have to answer that question ever to my children.
Transmission slipping in low gears, wouldn't engage/catch. Transmission was determined to need replacing, and service was completed with a remanufactured transmission by honda dealer. Second transmission is now slipping in low gears and again needs replacing after only 37,000 miles. This second transmission had a warranty of 3yrs/35,000mi, so dealer won't help with replacement costs.
When I drive at normal speed the transmission slips and I feel an erratic jerking motion causing me to push against the seat belt. No engine or warning light comes on at any time. I checked with my mechanic and he diagnosed this as a transmission issue where the transmission is slipping between 2nd & 3rd and 3rd & 4th gear. I called honda hotline and they refuse to acknowledge that there is a problem. I checked online and see that several owners are complaining about their 2002 honda odyssey with transmission slipping.
The transmission slips between 2nd and 3rd gear only. Happens unpredictably, when first starting out and trans. Has not heated up yet or after having driven for quite a while. No other symptoms, no clunking or vibration, just seems to go into neutral while driving. Doesn't happen during every outing. Seems to correct if I downshift and then shift back up to d. But poses a danger when it happens as I am pulling out into traffic. Dealer said a recall service was done by previous owner, some kind of oil pump or cooler, but the problem persists.
I bought a 2002 honda odyssey with 130,000 miles on it. The transmission was replace at 80,000 miles. I experienced slipping out of gear up hill at around 134,000 miles. This exact thing happened to my previous honda odyssey a 2001 model. It's transmission went out. So, I am fairly confident this transmission is about to go out as well.
Transmission began to shift roughly and d light begin to blink tcs light has been on and off and transmission is now slipping. Our entire family was in the car 3 kids my wife and when the incident occurred and it is a safety issue for us to drive as the trans will shift roughly or not shift and remain in a lower gear when we are trying to accelerate.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Case v. American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Case No. BC 424169 (Third Clutch Transmission Settlement
- PCM replacement for erratic or harsh shifting.
- Replacing a canon A75 digital camera to take inspection photos for s/b 04-021, safety recall: a/t 2ND gear...
- Transmission-won't come out of park, p not illuminated
- Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) leaks
- Erratic and harsh shifting; malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on or d indicator blinks. tt
- Safety recall: automatic transmission second gear inspection
- Removing a stubborn atf filler bolt
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- On some mini vans, sport utility and passenger vehicles, certain operating conditions can result in heat build-up between the countershaft and secondary shaft second gears in the automatic transmission, eventually leading to gear tooth chipping or gear breakage.
- Risk
- Gear failure could result in transmission lockup, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- On vehicles with 15,000 miles or less, the dealer will update the transmission with a simple revision to the oil cooler return line to increase lubrication to the second gear. On vehicles with more than 15,000 miles, the dealer will inspect the transmission to identify gears that have already experienced discoloration due to overheating. If discoloration exists, the transmission will be replaced if discoloration is not present, the dealer will perform the revision to the oil cooler return line. The recall began on april 21, 2004, for pilot, odyssey, and mdx owners. Owners of the accord vehicles will start receiving letters on june 28, 2004, and on june 29, 2004, for owners of the tl and cl vehicles. Owners should contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009 or acura at 1‑800‑382‑2238.
Recall number 04V176000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2002 Honda Odyssey slipping
Is transmission slipping a common problem on the 2002 Honda Odyssey?
177 of 960 owner complaints about the 2002 Honda Odyssey (18%) mention transmission slipping. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
How much does it cost to fix transmission slipping on the 2002 Honda Odyssey?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $4,000 (median of 47 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2002 Honda Odyssey?
There is 1 recall and 38 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2002 Honda Odyssey
Transmission failure 270Check engine light 92Jerking 53Airbag light 50Stalling 33Won't shift 33Hesitation 30Harsh shifting 27Loss of power 21No deployment 18Door locks 17Engine failure 12Sudden acceleration 11Overheating 10Adaptive cruise 9Pulling 8Shudder 7Tire blowout 7Seat belt 6Coil spring 5Fuel pump 5Warning lights 5
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