2011 Honda Odyssey: misfire or rough idle

Filed May 11, 2024 · Engine · CA

On April April the Engine light came on the dash. The vehicle was independently inspected on April [XXX]. The number one cylinder spark plug misfired due to oil leak caused by vehicle cylinder management system never identified in the 711 page owners manual, warning or recall from manufacturer or dealer Honda of Escondido to the serial owner of two 2004 and 2011 Honda Odysseys or notice of NORCAL USDC class actin lawsuit despite twenty years at same address Honda has hidden the problem and chain causation to fool EPA CAFE standards despite the safety danger of engine malfunction and failure. Honda proposes a false solution of piston replacement citing unpublished Technical Bulletin due to repeat later failure at Buyers cost instead of Honda Owners recommendation of proven disconnection of VCM system at a fraction of the cost. [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Nov 19, 2023 · Acceleration, Engine · AL

I was at a stoplight on 11/16/23; when it was my turn to go (green light) I went to accelerate, and my engine seemed to sputter/choke or misfire before accelerating at a slower than normal rate and then the engine light came on -flashing- and then the traction control/VSA system indicator light came on my dashboard. I was able to make it home, but when we googled the symptoms: Rough idling Lack of power Engine vibrating or shaking Decreased fuel efficiency Illuminated check engine light Illuminated traction control/VSA system / VSA indicator light we saw that we could have a traffic safety issue and did not need to drive it as normal- take it to repair as soon as possible. I contacted our local EXPRESS OIL Mechanic to see if he could read the engine codes, advise us, and possibly fix our car. He reassured me that he had been working on extensive Honda issues for over 10 years, and it sounded like a pretty simple spark plug fix. When he ran the engine check he called to tell my husband and I that it was a fix related to a recent recall put out on HONDA Odyssey 2018-2019. He advised us to contact our local dealer and let them know it was the same issue as the recall. The dealership first said that the recall did not cover our vehicle, then that they didn't have the parts to fix it. I was then connected with a service advisor who said they could check the codes and should be able to fix it. My concern is that it should possibly be a recall and that it should otherwise be reported. Further, that if it becomes a recall, we've already paid to get it fixed and won't get reimbursed for it.

Filed Aug 20, 2020 · Engine · 111,000 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 honda odyssey. The contact stated that when he purchased the vehicle used, there was a recall for the piston ring seat in the engine. The contact took the vehicle to several independent mechanics for what he thought was a simple repair. The repair consisted of replacing the spark plugs, the battery, and ignition coils. The failure recurred with the RPM fluctuating and vehicle would lose power while accelerating. The vehicle was taken to richfield bloomington honda (501 w 77th st, richfield, mn 55423, (612) 866-8832) and was diagnosed with a misfire in cylinder #1. The contact was informed that cylinders #1 through #3 needed new piston rings. The contact was quoted a repair cost of over $3,000. The manufacturer stated that after investigating the issue, they would not provide any support to have the vehicle repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 111,000.

Filed Oct 10, 2019 · Engine · 109,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 honda odyssey. While driving, the engine misfired and caused the vehicle to decelerate and accelerate improperly. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer where the spark plugs were replaced; however, the failure continued. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine piston rings were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 109,000.

Filed Jun 22, 2017 · Engine · KY

My van has codes 4 time cylinder 3 issues now it has codes 3 times in 8 weeks cylinder deactivation bank 1 and 2 . I have 3 cases files with honda and the oil consumption test performed in which they stated it did not qualify but when I. Roughy it in for another oil change it was empty and had coded again my van by bin number is within the honda bulletin 11-033 and qualifies in the misfire settlement lawsuit extended warranty I continue taking my vehicle to honda with no help. The honda technician there said another mechanic had put a wrong spark plug in my van but all the spark plugs are the sam and only cylinder 3 keeps fouling they have no proof or evidence that it was the wrong spark plug just the option but I have paper work stating it is compatible with my vehicle . I can not take my kids out of town on vacation or work because of the issues that I am rightfully owed to fix by hondas flaws in their product. I have been going to tim short honda in ivel ky. Honda says it's up to the dealer to honor the warranty and recalls. How can I get this issue fixed? I am going on 2 yrs with this issue and still owe 4 yrs on this vehicle.

Filed Nov 1, 2016 · Engine · 48,640 miles · CA

The engine reported emissions failure followed by vsa activation. This was later diagnosed to engine misfire and damage to the piston rings. The vehicle was on the freeway when this happened and went into limp mode. It also started vibrating and would not accelerate. The vehicle has been maintained by a honda dealership with all required and optional services performed.

Filed Sep 8, 2013 · Driver assistance, Engine · 49,000 miles · IL

While slowing down for a traffic light, engine was running rough and misfiring. Cel was flashing and check vsa and emissions came on. Found out engine oil level was literally zero. Called honda. Later found out there is a service bulletin for this issue. Took it to dealership and they followed tsb11-033. Honda rep called back and said they need to monitor engine oil level and told me to bring it back in 1000 miles to check oil level. Did that at 50000 miles and dealer found normal. Again at 53000 miles the problem repeated today sep 8, 2013. Will be calling honda today or monday. Seems like the issue may be with vcm. Very disappointed with this honda vehicle.