2004 Honda Odyssey: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Jun 6, 2018 · Electrical, Fuel system · 129,105 miles · OH

Corrosion within the fuel pump wiring connector and the fuel pump retaining nut was cracked / broken. Customer complaint was stalling while driving, no start condition. Troubleshooting procedure indicated the fuel pump wiring connector was faulty the inspection revealed that the connector was corroded apparently from moisture. This issue is certainly a safety concern considering the faulty connection can cause loss of engine power -> loss of power steering, and the faulty fuel pump nut can cause gasoline fumes to escape containment which may lead to an explosion / fire. If the connector was jiggled the fuel pump would intermittently operate and or fail. The local honda dealer refused to recognize the safety recall campaign # 04v42000 or the honda service bulletin #04-049, and refused to mitigate the problem without offering the option to repair the issue outside of the recall which would cost the customer $454.32 for the fuel pump repair kit in addition to service fees of at least $374.00. The vehicle was initially towed-in and presented for service on june of 2018. The honda dealer is providing wiring harness, retaining nut and gasket at a cost to the customer.

Filed May 17, 2016 · Body · 155,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda odyssey. The contact stated that the front driver side door was off track. The contact was unable to unlock the door and noticed an abnormal fuel odor from the radio console. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 155,000.

Filed Dec 30, 2015 · Fuel system · 250,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda odyssey. While the vehicle was parked in the garage, a strong fuel odor was present without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 250,000.

Filed Jul 7, 2014 · Fuel system, Lights · 111,438 miles · MO

I was driving to school, and the transmission was acting funny. I drove it approximately 30 miles to our dealership. Luckily I made it. The highest speed I could go was almost 40mph. Pulled into the dealership at 8:30a.m. And waited. Was given the news that it was the transmission, and it was almost $6,000.00 to replace. They had me. Didn't know what to do...and had to pick up kids at school at 3;30p.m. Ended up sinking $40,000.00 into a new 2014 odyssey. Boy do I feel taken! And then to find out there was a problem with honda transmissions from 1999. I do question the transmission of the one I am driving now....it shifts funny. My 2004 also always had a fuel smell. Was concerned at times of starting it. We also paid to have the dash lights fixed....at our expense. Didn't know there was a recall on that either......darn those dealerships!!! They got us on the transmission too!!

Filed Aug 27, 2006 · Engine · KS

In 2/05, took van to dealer, explaining vehicle sometimes does not start, doesn't even make any turn over noises, but then smells of gas. This is an occasional item and then starts. Dealers stated I must be turning the key too fast. Also been experiencing vehicle cutting out between 35-50 MPH. Dealer states must be from taking foot off gas pedal. Most recently, around 33k, blower motor for AC has terrible noise. Have taken to dealer 2x in 3 weeks. Told there are "leaves" in system. An independent mechanic states it is most likely a bearing going bad in the motor. Have continued to inform dealer of starting problems & hesitation problems between 35-50 mpg. Told warranty is close to expiring, but have driven & started vehicle several times & can't replicate problem. Most recent trip to dealer was on 8/23/06.