2012 Honda Odyssey steering problems

Filed Jun 6, 2025 · Steering, Tires · 79,694 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2012 Honda Odyssey equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire Line: CS5 Grand Touring, Tire Size: P235/65/R17, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle started to vibrate abnormally. The driver was able to pull over safely and became aware of a blowout of the front passenger’s side tire. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, there was an abnormal vibration in the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to a tire center where it was determined that the failure was linked to a busted tire core. The damaged tire and driver's side rear tire were replaced. The contact stated that while continuing to drive, the steering wheel and the vehicle continued to vibrate. The vehicle was taken to a tire center, where it was determined that the driver's side front tire had a shifted radial belt, and a bulge was detected. The tire was replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The vehicle failure mileage was approximately 79,694. The tire mileage was approximately 20,000.

Filed Sep 20, 2021 · Brakes, Steering · NH

When applying the brake fro my 2012 Honda Odyssey I feel my steering shaking that may cause an issue while driving on Freeway. I have done the wheel balancing on new tires again too... But still i fee the same.

Filed Dec 1, 2019 · Steering · 60,000 miles · FL

Honda odyssey creaking noise when turning the steering wheel.

Filed Nov 11, 2019 · Steering · 68,000 miles · NY

When turning left or right theres a noise coming from the steering column. It only happens at slow speeds. It feels like something is going to fall off.

Filed May 19, 2019 · Steering · 89,000 miles · KY

Popping in the steering column when turning wheel back; more comon at lower speeds.

Filed Oct 5, 2018 · Steering, Suspension · 36,000 miles · IL

Clunking sound when turning. Something appears to be loose.

Filed Dec 1, 2017 · Steering · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 honda odyssey. While the vehicle was reversing or in drive, there was an abnormal noise and the econo drive warning indicator flashed. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics, but the failure could not be replicated or diagnosed. In addition, the vehicle was taken to a dealer (garden state honda, 225 river dr, passaic, nj 07055, (973) 777-1600) where the steering wheel was tightened, but the dealer did not specify a remedy and was unable to replicate the failure when the dtc was not shown. The contact later took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The contact was uncertain if the vehicle would be repaired by a dealer or an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.

Filed Oct 31, 2017 · Brakes, Steering · 18,000 miles · WA

Very violent vibration when brakes applied even at relatively slow speeds, especially going downhill. Vehicle becomes hard to control. High safety concern considering it is a family vehicle and children are often present in the car. Dealerships and honda us do not cooperate on the issue. They solution is to re surface font brake rotors or replace them with newer version. The fact that there is a newer improved version of rotors is an admission by honda that original brake rotors are either defective or have design flaw. I hope the federal safety agency acts before someone gets injured in the crash.

Filed Oct 13, 2016 · Brakes, Engine · 15,000 miles · CA

There was a check engine light and upon inspection, honda notified me that the piston ring replacement was necessary and that honda extended the warranty to 100k miles. The problem was the timing belt and few other parts needed to be replaced because they would get damaged during this warranty repair. Honda refused to pay for the timing belt replacement and made me pay almost $800.00 in parts and labor. 2. My car stared to vibrate every time I braked from about 15k miles. I took it in and instead of making the proper repairs the service center had the front rotors re-surfaced 3 times. The problem kept on coming back because the front rotors are undersized for the vehicle. I had to buy my own front rotors from a generic maker along with pads to correct the problem. It cost me $350 for parts and $200 at honda service center to repair it properly. 3. There's a popping sound when I make turns. I've addressed it and no one will fix it. I don't think its normal that clicking and popping sound comes while steering.

Filed Jan 22, 2016 · Steering · TX

There is a popping noise when turning. Took it to the dealer for service and the following was reported: "heard noise coming from power steering" "compared to new unit and had same noise" "noise is from pressure being put on pump on tight turns. No issue with the system found" "no repairs to be made at this time". Feel not safe to drive.