Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. While driving various speeds, the transmission would sporadically downshift. The dealer stated that the second and third gears failed and the transmission needed to be replaced. Several years ago, the vehicle was inspected according to the federal safety agency campaign id number 04v176000 (power train:automatic transmission), but no repairs were made. The vehicle has not been repaired. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 112,375. Updated 09/01/09. *lj at a stop after the leaving the interstate, the vehicle slipped put of gear. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer. A diagnosis revealed the transmission was slipping on 1-2 and 2-3 shifts and needed to be replaced. No abnormal discoloration was found in the transmission and an oil jet kit was installed. Updated 09/03/09.
2003 Honda Odyssey transmission complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. The contact stated that the transmission needed to be replaced in his vehicle because the warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The warning light stated that the gear failure will cause the transmission to lock up. The contact took his vehicle to the dealer and they are researching the failure. The failure mileage was 35,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. While driving less than 50 MPH, the traction control system warning light and the emission control light illuminated. In addition, the rpms began to increase. The contact noticed black smoke under the hood of the vehicle. She was unable to stop the vehicle immediately because there was nowhere to pull the vehicle over. Once stopped, all of the occupants exited the vehicle. The driver was transported to the hospital for smoke inhalation and carbon monoxide poisoning. One week prior to the incident, the vehicle was inspected and the contact was informed that there were no failures with the vehicle. A case was filed with the manufacturer, but they could not promise any liability or assistance. The transmission was determined to be the cause of the failure. The failure and current mileages were less than 45,000.
We have a 2003 honda odyssey exl with 58k. Engine light and tcs light came on the other day and there is also surging or trans shifting problems with the car.
2003 honda odyssey with 88,000 miles that is spontaneously going out of drive into neutral causing lack of acceleration and over revving of engine. This will happen at inopportune times such as entering freeway and merging with oncoming traffic. Transmission light and tcs light are on. Told by dealer transmission needs replacement and there is no manufacturer assistance for cost incurred.
Blinking d on transmission, with check engine light. Transmission locks up, no response.
Catastrophic failure to automatic transmission in 2003 honda odyssey. Very expensive repair. Numerous published problems with this transmission.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. In 2004, the contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign id number 04v176000 (power train:automatic transmission). She took the vehicle to the dealer and they installed a jet kit for the transmission, so it would not experience discoloration due to overheating. After the installation, the failure recurred. She called the manufacturer and was informed that they would not repair it again. The contact would be responsible for the repair costs. The failure mileage was 82,893. Updated 06/11/09.*lj updated 06/12/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. The vehicle was repaired according to the federal safety agency campaign id number 04v176000 (power train:automatic transmission). Immediately after the repair, the contact noticed that the failure still persisted. Several years later, when attempting to make a turn at 5 MPH, she noticed that the vehicle would not shift gears properly. In addition, the engine warning indicator was illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer stated that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer stated that they would only assume partial financial responsibility for the repair, the contact would have to pay $1,700. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 22,332 and current mileage was 72,000.
One week before I took my van to the dealership for repair, I noticed that my van would roll back from the r position when I put it in the d position. Then one night the engine started revving up from a stop position as I began to accelerate. That scared me, so I stopped driving and called the dealership. They test drove it and checked the van out to discover that the transmission had failed and told me that at this point it was not even drivable. I would need to tow it if I moved it. The cost for repair would be approx. $5200 to replace the transmission and an engine control switch. After my shocked reaction, the dealership made some calls and brought the price down to $2100. With only 95,000 miles on my van, I don't think my transmission should have failed. I called honda of america. They reviewed my case and because I only done one maintenance service at 30,000, they would not come down in price. I change my oil regularly. Have bought new tires and brakes. But, could not afford to go for the following two maintenance checks because my husband is ill and on disability. Still, honda could do no more on the price. I felt it should have been covered under warranty because I checked the internet and there are several problems with the automatic transmission on honda odysseys. They extended the warranty on the 2001-2002 models, but would not do it for my 2003. I am upset, but need my van back to get my 3 children places. So, I am getting it repaired for the $2100. Still, I am not happy and see lots of problems with the 2003 automatic transmissions on the internet. This is obviously a problem that needs to be addressed.
Automatic transmission not immediately going into reverse for several second that went on for 10 days. Then trouble going into drive for several seconds as well for 3 days. Not going in to gear while driving during gear shifts or stops for 2 days. Completely unable to put the van in any gear while on my way to the dealer for service appointment. They told me the transmission needs to be replaced after only 73k miles.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. While driving between 40-45 MPH on normal road conditions, the automatic transmission slipped and began shifting erratically between gears. The engine revved extremely high and then the RPM's decreased to zero. Suddenly, the vehicle resumed to normal operation. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing, but they could not duplicate the failure. On a separate occasion, the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for an identical failure. Currently, the vehicle is being repaired. The transmission and engine control module were replaced. The failure mileage was 20,334 and current mileage was 110,000.
Driving car on pa turnpike when engine revved and the engine light came on, the traction control light came on, and the gear indicator light blinked on and off. Car slowed down and shifted back into gear. The lights remained on. I took it to our mechanic and he instructed me to take to a honda dealer for repair because the transmission needed to be replaced. He indicated that there should be a recall on this. I took the car to the honda dealer and they confirmed that the transmission has to be replaced at a cost of $4,700. They mentioned a "jet kit" recall which I never heard of. They will call their district manager and find out if honda will replace the transmission at no cost. They will get back to me in 24 hours.
While traveling on highway 5, the vehicle suddenly stop accelerating and I had to pullover on the side of the freeway. The engine starts but the vehicle could not move forward or back. Vehicle had to be towed to a nearby honda dealership. Diagnosed the problem was due to a transmission failure. The repair cost will be $3800. Did several hours of research and realized honda have a lot of transmission problems. I will have to pay for the repair even though honda should be accountable for their poor.
While traveling on highway 5, the vehicle suddenly stop accelerating and I had to pullover on the side of the freeway. The engine starts but the vehicle could not move forward or back. Vehicle had to be towed to a nearby honda dealership. Diagnosed the problem was due to a transmission failure. The repair cost will be $3800. Did several hours of research and realized honda have a lot of transmission problems. I will have to pay for the repair even though honda should be accountable for their poor craftsmanship.
Malfunction indicator lights came on. Dealer diagnosed egr valve which I replaced. (filed complaint with honda of america since there was a recall. They said my miles were too high to qualify.) the vehicle was purchased used and we were not made aware of the recall or service bulletins. Egr valve did not solve the problem. Vehicle drops hard into gear when starting. Started revving with no forward acceleration randomly. I took it back to the mechanic three times but they were unable to replicate the revving. Problem got worse and local mechanic said the transmission failed and had to be replaced.
The gear ratio on my 2003 honda odyssey is incorrect according to the auto repair place I took it to have it looked at. The transmission slipped and went into neutral with no warning and has done it several times in the last two months. I took it in and had it put on a diagnostic machine when the "check engine" light came on.
Failure of the transmission in a 2003 honda odyssey. The can had 95k miles on it which is very low for a modern transmission failure. Research show that the honda odyssey have an extremely high transmission failure rate however honda refuses to officially recognize the problem.
While accelerating from a traffic light the vehicle's transmission locked up in 2nd/3rd gear, the van shook violently and almost came to a stop. The "check engine" and "tcs" light came on. I was able to get car home by switching into d3 gear. I brought the car to my local mechanic who said that it was a transmission failure. He told me to take the van to my local honda dealership to get a full diagnostic test. I did this and the service technician wrote "...when driving it was banging into 2nd gear. They recommended that the transmission and ABS control unit be replaced. The original approximate replace/repair quote was $4,700. After filing a case complaint with american honda, they offered a total replace/repair price of $4,255. There are recalls and a campaign relating to these issues.
2003 honda odyssey at 79k miles. The transmission fail when the engine warm-up (approx. 45 minutes of run times). Now it can only drive in city but don't know how it will last. I toke to dealer and have it diagnose the problem (cost me $105 for honda dealer). They state that I need to replace transmission, ECM module and front sway bar link are cost $4500.
Transmission code appeared about 80k miles; having issues with hard shifting took to local honda dealership who stated nothing wrong with vehicle. Car has been maintained and had complete failure of 2003 odyssey transmission today.
Transmission is acting up on my 2003 honda odyssey. After searching the internet for possible causes I have found that many people are having the same problem and concern. My transmission has problems going into reverse at start-up and seems to lag at acceleration. The reliability of honda transmissions is poor at best. I was directed to this site to help express consumer concerns about the safety of these transmissions. I believe action needs to be taken before something tragic happens. Please investigate all complaints and respond accordingly.
Gear shift locked up in 2007. Felt slipping between gears when going at low speeds, but occurred so intermittently that could never get mechanic to feel slip. 2008 then one day the van began having problems accelerating. The van would rev, but would hesitate to accelerate when first placed into drive. Once moving van moved and problem seemed to go away so we continued to drive for several days. No indicator lamps came on. Van continued to have problems when placed into drive, van would rev, and hesitate, but eventually accelerate. 5 days later, as I was driving the van, the indicator lamps came on indicating malfunction. Tcs light also came on. I continued to drive the van to go home. The van stopped accelerating as I was pulling onto a highway with three children in carseats. Fortunately, I was able to coast into a turn lane and no one was injured. The van is currently in the shop for transmission failure. Nothing has been done yet as we are in the initial stages. We were told that there was no extended warranty on the transmission recall. There appears to be heavy chatter online of transmission failure in the odysseys. The transmission was recalled in april 04. Our van had 26000 miles so the recall indicated for inspection of the second gear for heat discoloration if no damage then recall indicated to install an oil jet kit. This was installed august 2004 . Total transmission failure 2008.
Automatic transmission completely failed while driving in city traffic. If I had been in an intersection an accident would have most likely occurred. This honda has 82,000 miles on it and no warranty.
My 2003 honda odyssey transmission failed while driving down I-75. There was zero warning and the car completely stopped moving. We luckily had enough momentum to pass a safety railing and then proceed to pull of the road.
Own a 2003 honda odyssey bought brand new, transmission failed at 97,000 miles. Dealer service is not sure if the transmission failed due to defects or the computer that controls the transmission caused the failure, the computer was also found to be a problem and is being replaced. Vehicle does have factory installed traction control system that has never been turned on since we have owed the van. Vehicle is being repaired by honda due to buying an extended warranty. Honda refuses any ownership of problem or reimbursement of expenses. All maintenance has been performed by honda dealerships. Transmission failure should be a rare occurrence for any of today's' vehicles. With honda's reputation on the line, you would think that honda would have addressed this problem by now and not let it continue into future model years. Seems excessive that model years 1999 through 2008 are still having transmission problems. So far charges that have accumulated are shipping charges for the replacement transmission, all wheel alignment, still counting.
Honda odyssey 2003 with 106,000 miles transmission slips between gears.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda odyssey. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled and was taken to a repair shop for a diagnosis. The transmission was determined to be the cause of the failure. The repair shop will rebuild the transmission. A report was filed with the manufacturer. The manufacturer stated that the transmission was checked for the federal safety agency campaign id number 04v176000 (power train automatic transmission). The contact was advised to submit her repair receipt in order to be considered for reimbursement. The current and failure mileages were 120,000.
2003 honda odyssey 80,000 miles transmission slips while accelerating. Went to honda dealer, test drove, said everything ok. After being almost run over by other vehicles because the van transmission would slip, went back to dealer, test drove, needs new transmission. Had the recall done for overheating done when the recall came out.
I purchased a used 2003 honda odyssey in january 2006, the van had ~50, 000 miles on it. In june of this year we took the van to the dealer for service and to have the transmission checked, (the transmission would hesitate prior to going in gear) the dealer checked the transmission and found no problems. On november 8, 2008 the transmission failed with ~75,000 miles. The dealer quoted $4200 to replace the transmission. Upon doing research I found the transmission was recalled and "fixed" prior to our purchase of the van. The dealer has not taken any action on the transmission to date and has not offered for honda to stand behind their product. It seems apparent to me that honda has recognized a design defect since a recall was issued on this problem, yet the fix to the recall did not fix the problem. I am concerned that honda has sold the public a faulty product and refuses to accept responsibility. Thanks for your time in this matter.
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