Honda Odyssey ball joint problems

Filed Jul 10, 2026 · Suspension · OH

I am reporting a safety concern involving the rear shock absorbers on my 2019 Honda Odyssey Elite. At 60,852 miles, the rear shocks failed and caused a significant vehicle handling problem. While driving on the highway at speeds of 65–70 mph, the vehicle would experience sudden steering jerks when hitting bumps in the road. The steering wheel would twitch unexpectedly, and the vehicle would momentarily move to the left or right, creating a loss of stability and reducing driver confidence and control. This condition was especially concerning at highway speeds because it created the feeling that the vehicle could unexpectedly change direction when encountering road imperfections. I believe this presented a safety risk to myself, my passengers, and other motorists. The vehicle was inspected and repaired on XXX, at Matthews Honda in [XXX]. The rear shocks were found to be blown and required replacement. The rear shocks were replaced the same day. After the repair, the steering jerking and instability immediately stopped, confirming that the failed rear shocks were the cause of the problem. Matthews Honda has performed the routine maintenance on this vehicle throughout my ownership. The vehicle has been regularly serviced and maintained in accordance with recommended maintenance schedules. The vehicle was serviced at Matthews Honda in March 2026. As part of that visit, I received a multipoint vehicle inspection report. The inspection checklist showed a green check mark for Shock Absorbers/Struts, Suspension, Tie Rod Ends and Boots, and Steering Gear and Dust Seal, indicating that no issues were identified in those areas at that time. Approximately four months later, on XXX, at 60,852 miles, the rear shocks were found to be blown and required replacement due to the handling and steering stability issues described in this report. During my visit for this repair, I was informed by service department personnel that they had been seeing an in INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5

Filed Mar 24, 2026 · Suspension · MD

Rear passenger side shock absorber snapped on a family road trip. Vehicle began to fishtail with every bump in the road leading to excursions very close to lane markings at times. Inspection by dealer not only confirmed the damage but also found older damage involving the right front control arm which also had to be replaced. Owner had noticed a rattle in the steering column before original new car warranty expired. Original dealer could not locate the source years ago. Problem completely vanished after the current control arm repair. Owner is concerned that had rear passenger side shock absorber and front swing arm completely failed at the same time that vehicle would have departed.the road surface at speed. Vehicle has 64,000 miles on it, relatively low, light mileage for a vehicle of this age. A Google search reveals many other owner of this same make and model year have experienced the same problems.

Filed Dec 16, 2025 · Body, Steering · KY

My wife and I purchased a new 2025 Honda Odyssey Van as it currently has about 11,000 miles and we both have noticed a front end vibration/rattle/noise that can be heard and felt in the steering wheel at varying speeds in the front suspension which leads me to believe as an engineer there are issues with sway bar end links, bad strut mounts, or loose control arm bushings that are especially noticeable over any bumps. This issue could pose a serious safety issues in dealing with failed suspension or steering that could cause a potential wreck or loss of control of a vehicle and result in a product liability suit for all parties involved especially given suspension and steering are considered critical auto parts in nature. The problem has been reproduced with my making an appointment at Watermark Honda located at 3201 Park Ave, Paducah, KY 42001 on November 19th, 2025 with the Master Service Tech Caleb Buchanan and Service Advisor Harley Littrell both driving the vehicle and acknowledging the noise and vibration. I also have any recorded video while driving at 5-10 mph in the parking lot of Watermark Honda that was shared and viewed by Harley Littrell. The vehicle was inspected with some strut bolts and other front end component bolts being torqued down the same day with the issue not being resolved. Harley/Caleb noted that they were dealing with the same issue on another 2025 Honda Odyssey on the lot to be sold and they were trying to address issues. As of follow-up appointment on 12/11/25, Harley noted this van had several front end parts replaced and it still made noise with this van not being able to be sold to the public. I was advised by Harley to contact American Honda and to file this report. See uploaded video below.

Filed Sep 20, 2024 · Body · NJ

Sliding door stopped operating as a result of "badly torn inner bushings" which required the door motor and control arm to be replaced. This occurred just from normal use of the vehicle. At certain points, the opposite door also began to exhibit the same symptoms as the other. Furthermore, this problem did not just happen overnight, these components should be made part of a normal inspection just like the cabin air filter. Why is that inspected but the bushings of a sliding door are not? Could it be so the manufacturer or service department is hoping for these components to break so that it can gain business and work?

Filed Aug 23, 2023 · Steering, Suspension · NJ

2015 Honda Odyssey Steering Rack leaked while driving vehicle on the highway and Front Lower Control Arm bushing broke due to age of the vehicle. Honda Dealer has suggested not to drive vehicle until Steering Rack is replaced/fixed. Honda dealer has warned as it is safety hazard to other vehicles on the road. Vehicle component was inspected by Honda Dealer and has recommended to replace Steering Rack as it is leaking. There were no warning lamps, message or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. It was diagnosed by Honda Dealer during multipoint inspection.

Filed Jun 19, 2022 · Suspension · OH

On 6/18 I installed a set of aftermarket front left and right lower control arms made by Mevotech part #'s CMS601007 (left) and CMS601008(right), Mevotech has installed a grease zerk on the ball joints which are not on the OEM control arms, in theory this might be good but the grease zerk impacts, INTERFERENCE, with the inside of the wheel. The ball joint grease zerk has hard contact with the inside of the front wheel. - I have pictures of the zerk hitting the wheel and the damage to the wheel. -Safety - damage to the wheel while driving resulting in a loss of vehicle control and possible damage to the ball joint again loss of control. - pictures have been sent to Mevotech and the parts supplier - Parts Geek.

Filed Nov 26, 2018 · Airbags, Suspension · 166,000 miles · UT

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda odyssey. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the lower control arm detached and caused the vehicle to stop without warning. The contact also stated that the air bag indicator illuminated awhile back. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact called young honda at 435‑222‑0589 (located at 1855 main st, logan, ut 84341) to obtain a quote. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 166,000.

Filed Nov 24, 2017 · Steering · 135,816 miles · OH

Vehicle steering is stiff on slow turns and parking. Steering column vibrates at a high rate of speed. Tie rods have been replaced. New tires, rotors and brake pads have also been replaced. High pitched sound also comes from steering column while idling in stationary position. Moisture appears around o-ring leading into the steering fluid pump. Regular maintenance has already been performed since purchase (new in april 2006). The steering issue concerns me as the 'symptoms' come and go. I've talked with others who have same model/year and they experience same problem. Honda owes it to their customers to issue a recall on this 2006 honda odyssey power steering problem. It's a costly repair that seems to be prevalent in quite a few 2006 odyssey's. Service records for this vehicle are in owners possession.

Filed Sep 1, 2015 · Suspension · 100,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda odyssey. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced severe vibration. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who indicated that the rear driver side ball joint was faulty and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Apr 6, 2015 · Suspension · TX

On 4/01/2015 the lower ball joint on the right front wheel of my 1998 honda odyssey broke, causing that side of the vehicle to collapse to the ground. The half-axle separated and fell out and the car ended up with the right front fender resting on the tire which had flipped out at right angles to the vehicle. The brake hose also burst under the stress as the car came to a literal grinding halt. I had just had all upper and lower ball joints replaced on 9/23/22013 at the brake check shop on austin highway here in san antonio, texas. They tell me the parts were distributed under the brand name driveworks, and sold by advance auto parts. Right now I am having the car checked out and repaired at another shop. Will have them save the damaged ball joint, which I will be happy to make available to you. Just happy accident did not occur on an interstate highway while traveling at 70 MPH in front of an 18-wheeler....