My 2004 has codes relating to transmission problems, along with ongoing codes for emission problems. I have taken it in and it dose need a new transmission. It also needs emission work . I have been told that this rare with this make and model. Also the input for the gas is not working well.
2004 Honda Odyssey: complete transmission failure
94 of the 585 complaints about the 2004 Honda Odyssey describe complete transmission failure.
- owner complaints
- 94
- of this car's complaints
- 16%
- typical repair cost reported
- $4,000
- typical mileage
- 111,000
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 28 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Complete transmission failure by model year
What owners say
Transmission failure occured when driving in rt 5 freeway past glendale and 134 junction, car was running in about 60 miles speed and came abrupt stop (loss of drive/pull in a very dangerous way). Managed to push it to breakdown lane. Then upon turning off the engine and after a while I could drive a bit to park in internal road. I then towed the car. Later, I drove in internal road. Same problem occurs. When placed in automatic drive (d) vehicle runs for few miles and suddenly fails to run and stops. Changing gear doesn't help. When ignition is turned off and on back again, it works again for a mile or two and shows same problem. When problem occurs, it doesn't move in any gears. Researching in internet, honda 2004 odyssey transmission failure occurring at 117,000 miles was reported all over the internet. As if it was programmed by honda, this mini van too failed at 117k miles. Some owners have claimed (including youtube videos) that honda is aware of this problem and have taken care of the repair at no cost. Some also claim that honda has secret warranty to cover this problem and had availed the repair free of cost .this is a know problem to honda. Honda must repair for free and do the justice to consumers. This is indeed fatal too.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda odyssey. While driving 70 MPH, the transmission failed without warning. The vehicle was towed to stevenson-hendrick honda wilmington (821 s college rd, wilmington, nc 24803). The dealer stated that the vehicle was previously repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v176000 (power train). The dealer stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 33,000.
At 123,000 miles transmission failed with uncontrolled gear changes on road and loud thump in changing gear from park to drive when starting in morning. Check engine light would not go off. Dealer said a new transmission was required. After installation and travelling to 131,000 miles thumping reoccurred in change from park to drive. Waiting on dealer response.
Transmission slipping while driving on city street - transmission needs to be replaced
Transmission failed at 94k miles.
I was driving down the highway at about 70 MPH when the van suddenly quit pulling. It felt like it had gone into neutral, because the engine would rev but the van kept slowing down. I was lucky enough to have enough momentum to allow me to pull onto the shoulder of the highway. This could have ended very bad. I had 3 young children in the van, as we were going to spend the thanksgiving holiday with family. So we were several hours from home and no way to get to our family or back to our house. It was a scary ordeal for my and my children. When we finally got the van towed home and to a shop, we were told we were going to have to replace the transmission. We were also told this particular make/model/year is notorious for having the transmission go out. I contacted american honda this afternoon. I was told they could not help me with any cost of a replacement transmission. I was also told my complaint stopped with the customer service rep I was speaking with, but my claim is available to the engineers in case they want to see if my make/model/year has had any customer complaints filed. I asked him how they would even know to look for complaints if they weren't made aware of any complaints. All in all, I have a claim number for a complaint that will go no further than the customer service representative I spoke with over the phone. Very disappointing.
Was driving normal then car stalled and started reving very loud and jerking when pushing on gas while the d for drive was lashing even when put ino park the d still flashed blue was reading about problem and it sounds like transmission failure
I purchased a honda odyssey from a local honda dealer march 2012 with 122,000 miles on it and what I was told was a brand new transmission. November 2014 I drove the car to my grandmothers house 5 hours away for thanksgiving and the day after the return trip the car began slipping gears. Honda wants $5,100 to fix it. The transmission that is in it now if they indeed put a new one in it is only 2 1/2 years old and has 47,000 miles on it!! That is ridiculous!! I paid $7,900 for a car that lasted me only 47,000 miles!!
Driving on highway on 11/15/2014 way to work around 65 MPH and suddenly felt a jerk as some one hit from behind, looked around and keep driving felt jerk again and speed of vehicle came down pulled car to the side. Stopped the engine for few minutes and started the car again put gear in drive and car is moving very slowly even giving enough gas. End of calling tow truck and towed car to close by dealer. Dealer called me today 11/15/2014 to inform there is a transmission failure and need around $6000 in repairs.
2004 honda odyssey. Consumer states vehicle had a transmission failure during a recent trip. Consumer states vehicle lost power(speed) while traveling. *tgw the consumer also stated the RPM's increased rapidly and smoke starting emitting from the vehicle. The transmission and oil cooler were replaced.
Our honda odyssey's transmission failed under very scary circumstances---with my wife and disabled son attempting to merge onto a highway. As she tried to accelerate, the van's engine revved, but the transmission did not engage----leaving the van coasting into traffic. Thankfully, she was able to leave the roadway just before a vehicle that was approaching from behind would have made impact. She and my son were very lucky. Prior to this incident, the transmission was not exhibiting any kind of shifting problems. In doing some research, I found that this is a known design flaw problem.
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 2004 Honda Odyssey transmission failure
Is complete transmission failure a common problem on the 2004 Honda Odyssey?
94 of 585 owner complaints about the 2004 Honda Odyssey (16%) mention complete transmission failure. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
How much does it cost to fix complete transmission failure on the 2004 Honda Odyssey?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $4,000 (median of 32 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 2004 Honda Odyssey?
There is 1 recall and 28 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2004 Honda Odyssey
Check engine light 46Airbag light 37Slipping 28Stalling 23Fuel pump 15No deployment 14Loss of power 14Jerking 12Overheating 10Shudder 10Door locks 8Hesitation 8Seat belt 8Fire or smoke 7Harsh shifting 7Won't start 7Engine failure 6Won't shift 6Adaptive cruise 5Fuel smell 5Sudden acceleration 5
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