2005 Honda Odyssey: rotors or pads wearing out early

Filed Jun 15, 2010 · Engine · 94,000 miles · VA

Premature wear out of engine motor mounts in the honda odyssey. I have a 2005 model and there are numerous complaints on the web concerning this issue. The technician & svc writer at the dealership even acknowledged this was a known problem in this vehicle. Less than 6 months ago I had 3 out of 4 engine mounts that were broken and needed replacing the front and sides which was covered under my extended warranty with a deductible I had to pay. Now 6 months later the rear mount has gone bad and now requires replacing. I advised the dealership when they replaced the other 3 this one should have been replaced as well since they knew it was a known problem & would eventually wear out soon which it has now done and prematurely. My extended warranty will cover it once again but I have to pay another deductible. Just like a dentist when he has to remove 3 wisdom teeth, the 4th one is still good but he will suggest having it removed as well at that time. Same thing should have happened in this case, especially since it is a well known defect - please google " defective motor or engine mounts in honda odyssey ) and you will see what I mean.

Filed Apr 30, 2010 · Brakes · 46,938 miles · NJ

1. During a routine service on 12/22/2009 the dealer tech / mechanic advised that both front and rear brake rotors on my 2005 honda odyssey were rust pitted and needed to be replaced. This is clearly a defect on a relatively new car since I own a 10 year old 2001 honda accord which has not had any such problem so far - under same driving conditions. 2. This is a safety defect and will require a expensive fix (approx. $1500 quoted by the dealer) for a car under warranty. Cannot continue to drive the car with rusted rotors and 2mm pads. 3. The dealer has quoted $1500 to replace both front / rear rotors and pads.

Filed Jan 25, 2008 · Suspension · 73,972 miles · CA

Front rh wheel bearing premature wear @ tear, replaced twice. Lower trans. Mount replaced, fall apart causing front end to shake.

Filed Feb 20, 2007 · Tires · 17,000 miles · GA

I own a 2005 honda odyssey touring with michelin pax run flat tires. I was recently informed by honda service that my tires needed to be replaced (were worn to 4/32nds) at only 17k miles and at a cost of $300+ per tire. Additionally, even to patch the tire with a small nail puncture would cost $90+. I feel that the premature wear on these tires is a defect and the owners of this vehicle are being faced with frequent and costly replacement of these defective tires and/or safety issues with worn tires.

Filed Jun 5, 2006 · Brakes · 8,300 miles · SC

Grinding, pulsating hard to stop brakes at 8500 miles. Honda stated not a safety issue. Issue got worse and finally after 13 attempts through 2 dealers and their customer relations line, I filed with the better business bureau. It was deemed in the arbitration hearing that these brakes were indeed a safety issue. Poor brake pads which caused warped rotors are dangerous. Vehicle does not stop timely. Someone will get killed. Honda is well aware that there is a problem with the braking system on the 2005 and 2006 odyssey (my parents have a 2006). When I first reported in april 05, honda said they new of the problem, but continued to sell dangerous vehicles. Supposedly as of march 06 they have the new pads. It should be mandated that they notify every 05 & 06 odyssey owner and advise them of the potential problem. Please make honda do this because they won't on their own. According to honda's own website "honda genuine brake pads your honda's ability to brake properly and reliably is obviously of the utmost importance for the safety of you and your passengers." they advertise that the vehicle is the safest, but it is a dangerous family vehicle. Does a family have to die before honda does the right thing?