2005 Honda Odyssey: whining or grinding noise

Filed Jul 24, 2014 · Transmission · 156,000 miles · NC

Bought our 2nd odyssey in may 2014. Used. 153000miles. Took to honda dealer to make sure all service was up to date. Oil and transmission fluid changed. They said everything was good despite a shudder we felt at 40 45 MPH. Driving in july on a 12 hr family trip and we hear a high pitched whine only upon acceleration. The transmission failed. Left us stranded 14 hrs from home. Had to borrow a van from a family member to get all 7 of us home again. The car is now in the shop , needing a $2200. Repair. Not happy with honda!! The 2000 odyssey has had 3 transmissions put in, the 1st tranny was recalled by honda and replaced at no cost @ 80k. The 2nd tranny we paid for and failed at 180k. Thought the 2005 model had the tranny problem fixed. Apparently not! Buyer beware! We will never purchase another honda.

Filed Jun 22, 2014 · Transmission · 142,000 miles · IN

The transmission has been whining since 75000k. It failed completely at 142000 miles. Here's what finally killed it, I was making a u turn in a parking lot at my kid's school. I had to have it towed back to the house. This transmission has been a total liability for me and my family. Now we're in a major pickle.

Filed Jan 4, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 97,856 miles · CA

Where do I start....original owner, purchased brand new. No problems for about 3-4 years, and then: transmission whine, took in to dealer off and on for several years, could never identify issue, they said. But as soon as the drivetrain warranty expired, miraculously, they identified it, and now say I need a new transmission. Motor mounts found to have cracked; problem is very common per internet forums, but honda dealership denies responsibility for poor design/faulty mounts. Door for second row has issues sliding; another common problem per internet but not per dealer. And finally, the struts for the rear hatch broke, almost injuring my son very badly when he was putting his bike in the back. Took the car to the dealer and asked about a recall and they said no. I paid $300 4 months ago, and just now found that there was a recall 3 years ago, and they denied it!!!!! I hate honda and will never buy their cars, and do not trust the dealership. Ughhh!!!!

Filed Jan 2, 2011 · Steering · 45,000 miles · WA

Powering steering on 2005 honda odyssey minivan is extremely hard to steer at lower speeds. There is a serious issue with steering pump as evidenced by service bulletin 07-005. The steering wheel will make whining, buzzing and strange noises and eventually stop functioning. There should be a recall to fix this problem and not just a service bulletin as this is a known and common issue among 05-08 honda odyssey minivans.

Filed Dec 1, 2010 · Transmission · 32,727 miles · PA

Whining sound and shuddering at certain speeds, generally 30-40 MPH. Believe it is transmission related.

Filed Sep 22, 2010 · Steering · FL

2005 honda odyssey has a loud whining noise when the steering wheel is turned in weather temps under 35 degrees, driving more than 15-30 minutes or so. Steering while this is happening is slightly more difficult. The local honda dealer says the cost to fix is approx. $210 for out of warranty service. The dealer claims they have "redesigned" the reservoir, well if it was "redesigned" then it should be "recalled".

Filed Mar 17, 2010 · Steering · 40,000 miles · NH

2005 honda odyssey going on 4th power steering pump. Dealer replaced first two, within weeks whining noise was back. Change pump again, once again whining noise returned. Now not only is there a whining noise but I have occasional stiffness in the steering wheel when travel at 50 + MPH. Van currently has 120,000 mile, pumps replaced at 20,000, 45,000, 70, 000. Know of others with same issue. This needs to be recalled. There is obviously an issue with the equipment or design.

Filed Mar 15, 2010 · Steering · 41,034 miles · IL

My 2005 honda odyssey had a loud whine when turning, after driving the vehicle for about an hour. Turning was also sluggish at times. The dealer stated that it was a failed power steering pump and reservoir. The van has an extended warranty and so I was not charged for the replacement.

Filed Mar 5, 2010 · Steering · 40,000 miles · IN

Honda has known of power steering issues on the 2005-2010 odysseys. My 2005 becomes difficult to turn at times and whines loudly. With the difficulty steering, it is a safety issue. Honda service bulletin 07-005 addresses it, and mentions "goodwill" coverage, but most dealers insist on charging $700 to fix the issue (sometimes repeatedly). A recall should be issued.

Filed Mar 5, 2010 · Steering · 49,000 miles · CT

My 2005 honda odyssey has a failed power steering pump. The pump creates a loud whine while driving, more notable in colder weather. Turning can become sluggish at times. It occurs every time we drive the van. I have a quote to repair the pump for $590 plus tax. I will be bringing it in to get repaired soon.

Filed Apr 27, 2009 · Steering · 72,000 miles · VA

I have a 2005 honda odyssey minivan which I purchased brand new in 2005 from the hall honda virginia beach, va in 2005. There have been times that while driving I would hear a whining type of noise. When I took it to the dealership for an oil change they tried to find the noise by test driving it but it did nut duplicate as it is sporadic. Now I have taken it to the dealership for a state inspection and during their preventive check they have stated they have found metal shavings in the power steering pump reservoir which is an indication of the power steering pump going bad. It will cost me $700 to replace the pump and the reservoir plus flush and fill it. I have also discovered through my research that there is a known problem with the 2005 honda odyssey having defective power steering pumps and the wining noise is one of the indications of it going bad. Please reference this web site www.carcomplaints.com/honda/odyssey/2005/steering/loud_intermittent_whine_when_turning.com there are 16 complaints on this web site noting this problem. I am sure there are many others elsewhere - this is a safety issue as a pump can malfunction while driving causing an accident to happen. Why has there not been a recall on this matter? The dealership states the warranty for this item is 3yrs or 36,000 miles. I have called firestone and even the rep there stated that the vehicle is too new for this type of thing to happen, especially in a honda. The noise began approx a year or so ago but honda dealerships could not duplicate it.

Filed Feb 16, 2009 · Steering · 54,600 miles · TN

Power steering problem / whining and problem with it defective screen in the pump caused it to thicken and not work properly.