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2004 Honda Odyssey brakes problems
13 complaints (2% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 84,950. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 13
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 84,950
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Power assist1
- Pedals and linkages1
- Foundation components: disc: pads1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Honda Odyssey brakes problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2004 Honda Odyssey owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda odyssey. While driving various speeds or while parked, the engine would suddenly rev to over 5,000 rpms. The vehicle accelerated without warning. When this occurred, the brake pedal was depressed to the floor and the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The contact stated that the vehicle was currently unable to shift from park. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 178,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda odyssey. While backing into the driveway, the vehicle made an abnormal noise and accelerated backwards. The contact shifted into drive and the vehicle continued to accelerate. The contact attempted to engage the brakes; however, the brakes failed and the vehicle crashed into a parked vehicle. The air bags deployed and caught fire. The contact suffered injuries to the hands and eyes, which required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but was not repaired. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
The brakes are way too soft! I almost hit a kid in my neighborhood when I could not stop as quickly as I should have going 30mph. I have to push the brakes all the way to the floor it is insane. I have had the brakes bled, new pads put in, new calipers put in and no fix has worked.
The brake warning lamp can illuminate, indicating a low brake fluid condition, although no leaking brake fluid is visible throughout the system. A worn rear master cylinder seal can cause fluid to leak into the brake booster, which will cause diminished brake performance over time. There is already a recall issued for this same issue on 2005-2007 odysseys, but I believe it also applies to 2004 odysseys.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda odyssey. While driving uphill at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle made a beeping noise and the entire instrument panel illuminated. The vehicle felt as if it were losing power. While driving downhill, the contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to stop. The parking brake had to be engaged in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle stalled once it stopped. After forty minutes, the vehicle restarted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 84,950.
The brake pedal pushes almost to the floor before the van responds to braking. I have had multiple procedures done on the brakes by several mechanics and it has not fixed the problem. I usually pump the brakes when I am stopping because I don't have confidence in the braking system and by doing this, the braking system responds better. It happens at all speeds. I purchased this van used in 2008 and I noticed the mushy brakes at the time of purchase and was told that the brakes were fine. The dealer said hondas' brakes are known to be mushy. The brakes have gotten noticeably worse over the years.
Braking is "soft" or brake pedal has to be pushed very low before brakes will engage. I have had this problem for about 2 years and had the brakes checked numerous times and no one can fix it.
Dt*: the contact stated the brake pedal of the vehicle started rocking left to right when depressed, even if the vehicle was immobile or at any speed. No warning light were illuminated prior to the incident. The vehicle was taken to the dealership who determined the brake pedal rocking movement was normal. The contact was concerned because it could be connected with other unnoticed safety problems. The manufacturer was not contacted. The sliding door actuator was replaced. The side door sepaker was replaced. Updated 12/01/06.
Passenger air bag is turning off frequently. There is always a strong crack when you press the brake. There is a decoloring passenger air bag place. It eats gas if you turn on the back air conditioner. The passenger console had a big vibration. The odyssey has gone to the dealer more than four times for the same reason but it's never fixed. They said those claims are normal for a model 2004.
Questions about the 2004 Honda Odyssey brakes
Does the 2004 Honda Odyssey have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the brakes of the 2004 Honda Odyssey, 2% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2004 Honda Odyssey brakes problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 84,950 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Honda Odyssey brakes?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Honda Odyssey have bad brakes?
The Honda Odyssey model years with the most brakes complaints are 2007 (241 complaints), 2008 (163 complaints) and 2005 (78 complaints).
Other 2004 Honda Odyssey problems
Transmission 221Airbags 111Engine 72Body 55Electrical 53Fuel system 24Locks 24Acceleration 23Seats 22Seat belts 18Tires 14Steering 12Lights 8Suspension 7Visibility 6Wheels 3Driver assistance 2
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