All recalls have been completed on this 2003 Honda Odyssey Van but every now and then the warning light for the supplemental restraint system comes on and will stay on for a long time. the next trip it will be fine. Just wondering if this is something to be concerned about. It is a car we keep at our beach house and only use on a limited basis but I need to know it is safe. I recently had vehicle scanned and had all old codes cleared. If the air bag situation is the cause of this I don't want to be driving it. East Coast Honda in Myrtle Beach, SC. (833‑299‑3248, 8756A US Highway 17 Bypass South, Myrtle Beach SC. 29588) has replaced the recalled airbags on 2 different recalls. Thank you for your assistance. [XXX]. [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
2003 Honda Odyssey electrical problems
81 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 122,000. 11 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 81
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 122,000
- crashes
- 11
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Ignition5
- Ignition: switch4
- 12v/24v/48v battery2
- Wiring: interior/under dash1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Honda Odyssey electrical problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2003 Honda Odyssey electrical
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- Honda is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 Pilot and Odyssey and 2003 through 2006 Acura MDX passenger vehicles manufactured from November 26, 2001, through August 30, 2006. The interlock lever of the ignition switch may deform, which can allow the interlock function of a vehicle with an automatic transmission to be defeated.
- Risk
- Removal of the ignition key when the gear selector of a vehicle with an automatic transmission has not been shifted to the park position can allow the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Honda or Acura dealer. The dealer will install an updated shift interlock lever and, if necessary, replace any necessary part of the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on February 22, 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009.
Recall number 12V573000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Ignition Interlock Failure - Rollaway
On December 10, 2012, Honda Motor Company submitted a defect information report to the federal safety agency regarding ignition interlocks in approximately 576,117 model year MY) 2003 through 2004 Honda Pilot and Odyssey vehicles that are the subject of this investigation and 231,044 MY 2003 through 2006 Acura MDX vehicles (Recall No. 12V‑573).Honda's report states that a design change to the ignition switch used in the recalled vehicles reduced the range of rotation for the ignition switch from 160 degrees in earlier designs to 125 degrees without a corresponding change to the ignition interlock blocking mechanism.The result was that excessive rotational force could damage a lever that would allow the driver to remove the ignition key that was in a position other than the Park position, which may allow the vehicle to roll away.ODI identified 176 complaints related to the alleged defect, including 48 roll away crashes.Threeof the incidents resulted in the following injuries to pedestrians:1) a broken foot and torn Achilles tendon; 2) a fractured fibula and crush injuries to a shin area; and 3) an incident requiring unspecified treatment at a hospital emergency room.This investigation is closed.The VOQs associated with this investigation are: 10486515, 10486393, 10486100, 10485010, 10482229, 10482091, 10481169, 10481105, 10481079, 10481027, 10480804, 10480648, 10480099, 10480009, 10479934, 10479695, 10479561, 10479517, 10479494, 10479484, 10479437, 10479421, 10479409, 10479343, 10478916, 10478876, 10478857, 10478845, 10478784, 10478776, 10478720, 10476767, 10473167, 10465590, 10463995, 10457825, 10452596, 10451185, 10448593, 10446962, 10440841, 10440040, 10439061, 10439033, 10438611, 10425909, 10403299, 10397920, 10395833, 10395298, 10379673, 10374724, 10365751, 10363501, 10361325, 10358480, 10355331, 10354680, 10354669, 10354390, 10353281, 10351899, 10351489, 10351240, 10349716, 10349612, 10348987, 10348955, 10348725, 10348579, 10348564, 10348429, 10348389, 10348268, 10348254, 10331474, 10325334, 10276072, 10179464.
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What 2003 Honda Odyssey owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My rear sliding door FELL all the way off the van.
I was driving on the street approximately 25mph, suddenly the steering wheel locked up on me. The vehicle had approximately 270,000 mi on it. I checked american honda recalls and found a recall order. Copies of he documents enclosed. I reported the problem and explained the circumstances of the problem. I was told that recalls are VIN specific and vehicle does not show anything on their records. I made and researched and found the documents which I've enclosed copies with this complaint. I was told to talk with honda dealership so they could advice me about the problem. I went to norm reeves honda, as much as I did, I was ignored, no one listened, all I was told was call back american honda in which I said I have done..they did not do anything to check on it and no explanation about it was oven except their records show a part number that upon my insistence for more info, I was totally ignored. The recall notice was issued feb 22, 2013 titled, "electrical system ignition switch" which clearly explains the issuance of the recall order.. Although the 15 year warranty has lapsed since the issuance of the order. If there was something done on the lever, they did not replaced or did anything on the ignition switch which is the only reason that I see is connected with what happened to the vehicle and my safety and the public's.*dt consumer stated dealer told him recall was done but vehicle still has problems with steering wheel.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. The contact stated that he was unable to open the front driver's door with the key. As a result, the contact had to enter the vehicle through the front passenger door. The vehicle was taken to coggin honda jacksonville (located at 11003 atlantic blvd, jacksonville, fl 32225, (904) 302-8217) where it was diagnosed that the front driver side electronic system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 114,000.
I took my car last year for the recalls that had for the air bags and the interlock lever of he ignition switch.after one day of work they said they fix all of them. But after some month I notice that the key it was no working properly on the switch and I see also they didn't replace the old switch,and because I don't have sufficient knowledge of this issue I believe just what they said.but my car is having problem with the key ignition, the switch it's not reading the key most of the times and it's not starting and sometimes it start by itself without the key just pressing the horn.the recall for the interlock lever of the ignition switch is the federal safety agency 12v‑573 manufacturer recall number s73.( dec 2012)
This car does not start without several trial. The starter is brand new and battery as well. Boils down to a ignition problem which seems to be electrical
The interior roof of the vehicle caught fire and burned after the car was turned off. The smoke started while driving and the smoke was coming from the drivers side seat belt area where it connects to the frame top.
Ignition switch fails to accept key. Key cannot be inserted. The problem begins intermittently and becomes progressively worse. Different keys don't help. Problem has been repaired by locksmith twice in driveway. Locksmith disassembles, replaces bent tumbler and reassembles. Fix only lasts 1 -2 years of very light usage. Problem has re-occurred for a third time in 6 years.
The vehicle was stationary when the ignition switch doesn't want to turn. It takes between 5 to 10 minutes for it to finally turn so I have to leave a key in the van and not take it out of the ignition switch in order for it to work. Once I take it out I spend another 5 to 10 minutes turning until it finally turns over.
2003 honda odyssey. Consumer writes in regards to issue with SRS electronic control unit. *ld the consumer stated neither the dealer nor the manufacturer would accept responsibility for the failure. Updated 09/28/2017
Questions about the 2003 Honda Odyssey electrical
Does the 2003 Honda Odyssey have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 81 complaints about the electrical of the 2003 Honda Odyssey, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2003 Honda Odyssey electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 122,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Honda Odyssey electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 12V573000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Honda Odyssey have the most electrical problems?
The Honda Odyssey model years with the most electrical complaints are 2018 (265 complaints), 2025 (243 complaints) and 2019 (225 complaints).
Other 2003 Honda Odyssey problems
Transmission 533Airbags 131Engine 76Body 40Acceleration 30Locks 26Seat belts 21Fuel system 17Brakes 14Seats 13Steering 12Visibility 12Lights 11Tires 10Suspension 7Wheels 4Driver assistance 3
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