2005 Honda Odyssey problems
For the North American market, the Honda Odyssey, is a minivan manufactured and marketed by Japanese automaker Honda since 1994, now in its fifth generation, which began in 2018.
The Odyssey had originally been conceived and engineered in Japan, in the wake of the country's economic crisis of the 1990s – which in turn imposed severe constraints on the vehicle's size and overall concept, dictating the minivan's manufacture in an existing facility with minimal modification. The result was a smaller minivan, in the compact MPV class, that was well received in the Japanese domestic market and less well received in North America. The first generation Odyssey was marketed in Europe as the Honda Shuttle.
Subsequent generations diverged to reflect market variations, and Honda built a plant in Lincoln, Alabama, United States, incorporating the ability to manufacture larger models. Since model year 1999, Honda has marketed a larger (large MPV-class) Odyssey in North America and a smaller Odyssey in Japan and other markets. Honda also offered the larger North American Odyssey in Japan as the LaGreat (ラグレイト, Ragureito) beginning in June 1999 through 2005. Both versions of the Odyssey were sold in Japan at Honda Clio dealership locations. Both versions of the Odyssey are currently sold in the Middle East.
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Common 2005 Honda Odyssey problems
The 2005 Honda Odyssey has several common problems that have been reported by owners. Here are some of the most frequently mentioned issues:
- Paint and Trim: The paint and trim on the 2005 Honda Odyssey have been reported to have several issues, including chipping, fading, and peeling. This can be a cosmetic issue, but it can also lead to rust and other damage if not addressed. Owners have reported issues with the paint on the body and frame, as well as the fuel door sensor, which can prevent the second row door from opening.
- Steering and Suspension: The steering and suspension system in the 2005 Honda Odyssey has been reported to have several issues, including problems with the power steering pump, steering gear, and suspension components. Owners have reported issues with steering noise, difficulty steering, and vibrations while driving. This can be a safety issue and should be addressed as soon as possible.
- In-Car Electronics: The in-car electronics in the 2005 Honda Odyssey have been reported to have several issues, including problems with the keyless entry, wiper motor, tire pressure monitor, interior and exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, and wireless charging pad. Owners have reported issues with the keyfob no longer working to open the rear sliding doors, the sensor falsely reporting that the fuel door was open, and getting the vehicle to start being sporadic and unreliable. This can be a convenience issue, but it can also lead to safety issues if not addressed.
- Transmission Problems: The transmission in the 2005 Honda Odyssey has been reported to have several issues, including vibrations, feeling like the transmission isn't shifting up or down, the check engine light coming on for transmission codes ranging from P0700 to P0730, and the "D" on the gauge cluster flashing. This can be a safety issue and should be addressed as soon as possible. If the transmission fluid is very low or looks burnt and dirty, it may need to be replaced. If changing the fluid doesn't fix the problem, the transmission may need to be replaced entirely.
- 3rd Row Seating Won't Fold: The 3rd row seating in the 2005 Honda Odyssey has been reported to have issues with the latch that releases the seat so it can be folded down. Sometimes this latch fails, causing the seat to not release. This is because the cable between the latch and the handle can stretch and fail. Every time the handle is pulled, the cable is stretched. If the seat won't release when the handle is pulled, the cable may need to be replaced.
- These are some of the most common problems reported by owners of the 2005 Honda Odyssey. It is important to address these issues as soon as possible to ensure the safety and reliability of the vehicle.
Is a 2005 Honda Odyssey a good car?
Great performance, comfort, and on the road reliability. Maintenance costs a little high however with expensive motor mounts, and A/C Compressor failures. Easy to work on yourself if inclined. Overall great family mover, lots of road trips in our odysseys over the years.
What is the common problem of Honda Odyssey?
Transmission Issues
The most important issue on this list is related to the transmission. Unfortunately, Honda Odyssey transmission problems have been reported by drivers over the years.
How long can a 2005 Honda Odyssey last?
Average Mileage and Longevity
On average, a well-maintained Honda Odyssey can last for 200,000 miles or more.
What years did Honda Odyssey have transmission problems?
Best I could read when advising was that the whole 99-04 generation was at risk. I think all the Honda's like 98-05 may have transmission issues with the V6 and heavier models being most prone to problems.
2005 Honda Odyssey car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Honda Odyssey problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Structure problems
- Power train problems
- Steering problems
- Air bags problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2005 Honda Odyssey vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2005 Honda Odyssey
The NHTSA has received 829 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2005 Honda Odyssey. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2005 Honda Odyssey vehicles.
2024-05-26
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-01
- VIN: 5FNRL388X5B
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I bought the 2005 Odyssey van in 12/2015. It now has 192,426 miles on it. Three or four times every year since I bought it, the engine will suddenly surge when coming to a stop sign or light, with my right foot on the brake pedal, braking and slowing the van for the stop sign or light. The engine revs to about 5000 or 6000 RPMs. It is as if the engine is flooring the gas pedal. Every time, I have been able to push the brake pedal down hard, even though the car continues to slowly roll forward, and shove it into neutral. I have to then tap the gas pedal to stop the engine accelerating. It then goes back to idling normally. Note, it even happened to me one time when I put it into reverse while parking! So very scary each and every time it happens. On [XXX], I took the van to Don Jacobs Honda Dealership, Lexington, KY. They said there were no reports of this ever happening to anyone else. They charged me $3216.06, with most of the cost for a new timing belt/water pump and a valve adjustment. When their repairs did not solve the problem, I called them. They said they would like to put a monitor on the van and drive it until the surge happened again. I told them to let me drive the van with the monitor, as the next surge might not happen for several months, and I needed to drive the van on a daily basis for work. They said they weren't allowed to let customers use the monitor! I finally had time today to research the surging problem. I noticed on [XXX] that this problem with Honda has never been figured out or fixed! And it keeps happening on even newer Honda Odysseys! I now have the resources to quit driving this van. I would be willing to donate the van to the NHTSA so that they may research and try to figure out how to stop this defect! No telling how many people have been injured or killed due to this defect. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2023-11-09
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-09
- VIN: 5FNRL38695B
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE
- Summary: The engine VCM system is burning oil and destroying emissions systems on the vehicle. Catalytic converters are mainly affected as burned oil goes through the exhaust system. The check engine light comes on and the the engine starts to misfire and very abrupt engine vibrations make it into the cabin.
2023-09-02
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-31
- VIN: 5FNRL38765B
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The transmission was making noise and missing and the vehicle was not picking up speed.
2023-04-08
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-27
- VIN: 5FNRL38725B
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: I Purchased Cooper Evolution M+S 235/65 R16 tires that I purchased from Tire kingdom at 220 Linto BLVD Delray Beach FL. 33444. The set of tires have low miles on them and tread wear is great. When I got the tires I felt a vibration in the tires from the front pretty quickly. I had my whole front end of my car replaced including beairings, no help. So I spent money and replaced the 2 front tires with the same tires and they were very young tires and a wheel alignment and the shaking was mitigated in the front but the car still vibrated slightly. The wheel alignment had the steering wheel off center so I went back another wheel alignment to correct and I mention to them the car is vibrating still if they can inspect the tires and when we looked the front LH tire had tread seperation which looked like someone took a knife andtried to carve the tread at the seem off the tire it went in about 3 inches plus. Tire kingdom accused me of hitting something I was like we barley drive this car and why would and I hit absolutely nothing. So they analyzed it and prorated me another tire of the same brand. So now we are on 7 new tires for one mini van that barely gets driven. I went to Orlando and my back rear of the van was vibrating the last 10 miles I had to take the side streets. I went to Walmart and purchased brand new Good years for my van and there is now zero vibration I love it. My my van has been vibrating the day I got the Cooper Evolutions and I went through 7 tires a new front end and replaced rear spindles because I could believe tire with such amazing tread life would vibrate a car like that. If I went for a prorated #8 tire I would still have vibrations. I called cooper tires to complian they gave me a claim number 2003880477 and said bring to tire kindom who refused the tires. We called back Cooper who only again said bring to tire kingdom . I have all 4 tires waiting to be inspected with the 4th tire completly out of shape without air in it. Tire kindome no help
2023-03-09
CHILD SEAT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-05
- Components: CHILD SEAT
- Summary: The contact owns a Dorel Disney Baby Car Seat, Model Name: Light ‘N Comfy 35, Manufactured Date: August 06, 2021, installed in a 2005 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while placing the car seat onto the base in the vehicle, the car seat would not latch securely. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the car seat was not included in a recall. The car seat was not replaced.
2022-06-29
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-22
- VIN: 5FNRL386X5B
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I have a 2005 Honda Odyssey. About 6 months ago the drivers side sliding door fell off the tracks. This happened while we were trying to close the door but it would not slide at all. We were out at a restaurant and it was imperative that the door had to be shut because it was not safe to drive in that condition. We were able to somewhat put it back on but it can not be used at all at this time. When the door fell off, it gouged the side of the van, damaged the gas filler door, and the rear door is hard to close. I don't know if its closed or not until I get in the car and see that the indicator light on. Also, the car alarm goes off on its own even though my son disabled it. It's very disruptive. After do some research, I have learned that this is an ongoing problem with Honda Odysseys. Honda needs to be held responsible because this is obviously a manufacturer defect. I can not afford to spend $1000 to replace it nor should it have to spend money to fix it.
2022-05-14
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-10
- VIN: 5FNRL38765B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The sliding doors would not open by any of the control switches and would not open manually to allow persons seated in back two rows to exit in emergency.
2022-05-09
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-21
- VIN: 5FNRL38495B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Van turns off while driving after front lights is turn on or radio with charging a phone
2022-04-12
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-17
- VIN: 5FNRL38775B
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2005 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, power steering and braking functionality before the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to coast into a parking lot. The contact did not notice any warning lights being illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to her residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the drive belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle had become difficult to turn with the occasional recurring loss of power steering functionality. The contact related the steering failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 05V039000 (Steering). The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000.
2022-03-03
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-01
- VIN: 5FNRL38616B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2005 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the battery would intermittently drain overnight while the vehicle was turned off. The contact had taken the vehicle to several dealers including New Century Honda (1235 S Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91204), AutoNation Honda Valencia (23551 Magic Mountain Pkwy, Valencia, CA 91355) and several independent mechanics who replaced the battery; however, the mechanics were unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated that the battery would last for a three to six-month period before the failure would occur again. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. Upon his own investigation, the contact stated that the failure may be linked to the rear driver sliding door after the door failed to open electronically, and could only be opened manually. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. The contact states that there is an issue with the rear sliding door. This may be the cause of the battery drainage since the door often cannot be electrically opened, only manually.
2021-12-24
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-24
- VIN: 5FNRL38495B
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: While servicing the timing components I notice the timing belt not damage. But the tensioner was out of place with a bolt broken and the other was missing like it was never bolted
2021-08-09
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-26
- VIN: 5FNRL38775B
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2005 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to her residence. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed with needing a power steering line to be replaced. The local mechanic repaired the vehicle however, the failure recurred. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 05V039000 (Steering) however, the Vin was not included. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
2021-06-23
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-23
- VIN: 5FnRL38655B
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I haven’t had the 2005 Honda Odyssey ex for a year and the transmission won’t shift into higher gears and when it does it jumps
2021-04-30
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-30
- VIN: 5FNRL38425B
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIRBAG LIGHT STAYING ON AT ALL TIMES-FAILED VA SAFETY INSPECTION
2021-04-09
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-08
- VIN: 5FNRL38835B
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: ON 05 HONDA ODYSSEY TOURING AT 170,000 THE VEHICLE WILL BECOME SO POWERLESS. WONT SHIFT. LET IT COOL DOWN EVEN WITH A EXTRA TRANNY COOLER AND CLEANED THE SYLENOIDS AND REPLACED TRANSMISSION FILTER AND FLUID DID A FLUSH TO. IT STILL IS GUTTLESS. I HAVE DONE EXACTLY WHAT IT SAYS TO DO, NOTHING CHANGES. DID HAVE TRANNY BLOWING OUT TRANNY FLIUID AND GOT THAT FIXED . AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE FOR A TIME FRAME AND THE FLUID GET HOT THE VEHICLE THEN LOOSES ALL ITS POWER. THIS IS BAD AND IT MUST BE RECALLED .
2021-03-07
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-04
- VIN: 5FNRL38835B
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TRANSMISSION FLUID BLEW OUT AND HAD GAVE ME NO POWER . SMELLS BUT HAVE RINSED/FLUSHED THE LINES AND TRANNY THROUGH ALREADY,PLUS INSTALLED A NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER RADIATOR NO ISSUES AND DROVE AWHILE THEN GO DRIVE AROUND SOME MORE ALLL GOOD THEN I GO UP A HILL AND BOOM AND IT STILL IS HAPPENING. WE HAVE LOOKED IT OVER CANT FIGURE IT OUT. HELP PLEASE
2021-03-04
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-20
- VIN: 5FNRL38835B
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LYNNWOOD HONDA (22020 HWY 99, EDMONDS, WA 98026) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 132,000.
2020-12-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-06
- VIN: 5FNRL38735B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: YES WHEN I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE I WAS MISSING A FEW FUSES, MY BACK LEFT DOOR WON'T OPEN OR CLOSE ON MY CAR DISPLAY IT ALWAYS SHOWS THAT THE BACK LEFT DOOR IS ALWAYS OPEN. ALSO THE CAR WAS MISSING A BREAK PAD ON THE FRONT LEFT WHEEL. IT'S ALSO MISSING THE PASSENGER AIRBAG. THE DVD PLAYER DOESN'T WORK IT ALWAYS SAYS ERROR. AND THE CAR IS MISSING ALL MOTOR MOUNTS SO BASICALLY MY MOTOR IS JUST HANGING ON TOP OF CABLES IN MY CAR. THE GPS DISPLAY WAS ALSO MISSING AND MY FRONT RIGHT WINDOW DOESN'T CLOSE ALL THE WAY UP. THE MAJOR #1 ISSUE IS THE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS IN MY CAR. I HAVE 2 CHILDREN I'M SCARED ON DAY EVERYTHING IS FINE & THEN ONE DAY IT'S NOT WITH MY KIDS IN THE CAR GOD FORBID. OH YEAH AND THE MIDDLE ROW LEFT SEAT DOESN'T LEAN FORWARD OR BACK.
2020-12-09
AIR BAGS,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-09
- VIN: 5FNRL38775B
- Components: AIR BAGS,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE STATED THAT THE HORN FAILED TO FUNCTION. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, TO REMEDY THE FAILURE OF THE HORN. THE TECHNICIAN REFERRED THE CONTACT TO NHTSA FOR ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER AND WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE 179,000.
2020-11-14
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-02
- VIN: 5FNRL38715B
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: 2005 ODYSSEY TOURING MODEL BEARINGS WEAR AND COME LOOSE CAUSING ROD KNOCKING
2020-09-24
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-26
- VIN: 5FNRL38635B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE SLIDING DOORS FELL OF THE HINGES OR GET STUCK BEFORE THAT HAPPENED
2020-09-23
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-04
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 5FNRL38885B
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE DOOR WAS NOT OPEINING PROPERLY SO I WHENT TO OPEN MANUALLY ANTHE HEAVY DOOR CAME OFF THE VAN SCRACHED THE HELL OUT OF MY VAN AND HURT ME TRYING TO HOLD IT AS NOT TO SCRACH THE VAN I WAS ALONE AND THERE WAS NO ONE TO HELP ME THIS IS VERY DANGERIOUS AND IVE READ IT HAPPENS OFTEN I CAN NO LONGER USE THE DOOR AS IT KEEPS HAPPINING
2020-08-04
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-03
- VIN: 5FNRL38855B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE VAN DIE WHILE DRIVING AFTER ABOUT 2 HOURS. IF YOU WAIT AN HOUR IT WILL RESTART AND DRIVE FOR ANOTHER 2 HOURS THEN WILL DIE AGAIN WHILE DRIVING.
2020-07-28
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-09
- VIN: 5FNRL38865B
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I BOUGHT THIS VAN AND IT HAD A SIMPLE PROBLEM THAT WE FIXED.. IT STILL WOULDN'T STAY RUNNING.. I DEAD ON THE INTERSTATE 3 TIMES.. I DEAD ON A MAIN HWY 5 TIMES.. HAD TO LEAVE THE VAN IN A PARKING LOT 5 TIMES.. IVE HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED TO THE HOUSE BC WE CANT GET IT TO STAY RUNNING 3 TIMS....I BELIEVE ITS ONE OF THE RECALL SINCERER .. MAYBE.. OR MAYB THE FUEL PUMP.. BUT I WOULD LOVE TO HAVE WHAT NEEDS TO BE.. REPLACED SO I CAN ENJOY MY VAN AGAIN...
2020-07-04
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-03
- VIN: 5FNRL38745B
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED. MY DRIVERS SIDE PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR FELL OFF AND WAS HANGING BY THE CABLE USED TO SHUT IT. THANK GOD IT HAPPENED TO ME ON BOTH OCCASIONS AS THE DOOR IS VERY HEAVY. I HAVE SEEN OTHER PEOPLE STATING THE SAME THING HAS HAPPENED TO THEM. I AM FOLLOWING THE ADVICE OF ONE SAID PERSON TO GET SOMETHING DONE ABOUT THIS DANGEROUS DEFECT. THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY IN A PARKING LOT
2005 Honda Odyssey recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 9 recalls for different components of the 2005 Honda Odyssey.
2014-07-28
- Manufacturer: Delphi Automotive Systems, LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Delphi Automotive Systems, LLC (Delphi) is recalling certain replacement fuel pump modules, part number FG1155-11B1, sold for use in 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The affected fuel pump may send an incorrect fuel reading to the fuel gauge possibly causing the vehicle to run out of fuel. The fuel gauge will always read 3/4 full to full regardless of the actual level.
- Consequence: A vehicle that runs out of fuel and stalls has an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Delphi has begun notifying dealers and distributors, and will replace the fuel pump modules, free of charge. Owners may contact Delphi customer service at 1-877-411-8770. Delphi's number for this recall is GL14-004.
2014-03-14
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured June 23, 2004, through September 4, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump strainer cover may deteriorate allowing fuel to leak out.
- Consequence: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Parts to permanently repair the affected vehicles are not currently available. Honda will notify owners with an interim letter during May 2014. A second notice was mailed to owners October 6, 2014 when the remedy became available. Any vehicles that are currently leaking from the fuel pump cover will get a replacement, original cover. All vehicles, including those receiving the interim repair, will get an improved cover when they are available. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. The recall numbers associated with this campaign are JD9 (inspection and/or preliminary part replacement) and JE0 (final parts replacement).
2010-10-22
- Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
- Summary: HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 ODYSSEY AND ACURA RL VEHICLES. BRAKE FLUID CONTAINING POLYMERS IS USED THAT ACTS AS A LUBRICANT FOR CERTAIN BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENTS. IF REPLACEMENT BRAKE FLUID IS USED THAT DOES NOT CONTAIN SUCH POLYMERS, OR THAT CONTAINS ONLY SMALL AMOUNTS, A PART OF THE RUBBER SEAL LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER MAY BECOME DRY, AND THE SEAL MAY CURL DURING MOVEMENT OF THE PISTON. IF THIS OCCURS, A SMALL AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID COULD SLOWLY LEAK FROM THE SEAL INTO THE BRAKE BOOSTER.
- Consequence: A LEAK OF BRAKE FLUID COULD LEAD TO A CHANGE IN BRAKE PEDAL FEEL AND OVERTIME A DEGRADATION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER SEAL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
2010-02-23
- Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Components: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
- Summary: HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005 ODYSSEY TOURING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER OPERATED REAR LIFTGATE. THE POWER LIFTGATE GAS STRUTS MAY DETERIORATE UNEXPECTEDLY EARLY. STRUTS THAT HAVE WORN OUT PREMATURELY MAY FAIL TO HOLD THE POWER LIFTGATE IN THE FULLY OPEN POSITION, CAUSING THE POWER LIFTGATE TO CLOSE UNEXPECTEDLY.
- Consequence: INJURY MAY RESULT FROM A POWER LIFTGATE CLOSING UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN A PERSON IS WITHIN THE CLOSING PATH OF THE LIFTGATE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE GAS LIFTGATE STRUTS AND REPLACE IF WITHIN THE RECALL POPULATION. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE CAMPAIGN BEGAN ON MARCH 26, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AUTOMOBILE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.
2007-03-14
- Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, A COIL WIRE INSIDE THE FUEL PUMP RELAY MAY BREAK, CAUSING THE FUEL PUMP TO LOSE POWER. IF THE FUEL PUMP BECOMES INOPERATIVE, THE ENGINE MAY NOT START.
- Consequence: IF THE FUEL PUMP LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE COULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING, AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP RELAY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
2005-08-01
- Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
- Summary: THE FRONTAL AIR BAG SYSTEM HAS TWO EXTERNAL IMPACT SENSORS. ON CERTAIN MINI VANS,SOME SENSORS WERE INSUFFICIENTLY SEALED DURING MANUFACTURING. IF WATER ENTERS A SENSOR, CORROSION CAN OCCUR. CORRODED SENSORS COULD SHORT CIRCUIT INTERNALLY. IF SENSORS FAIL, THE SRS WARNING LAMP ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL TURN ON AND REMAIN ILLUMINATED.
- Consequence: FRONT IMPACT SENSOR FAILURE COULD CAUSE A DELAY IN, OR LOSS OF, FRONTAL AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, WHICH CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY IN A FRONTAL CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT IMPACT SENSORS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
2005-04-05
- Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A LOOSE TERMINAL IN THE MAIN FUSE BOX MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO LOSE POWER. IF THE FUEL PUMP BECOMES INOPERATIVE, THE ENGINE MAY NOT START.
- Consequence: IF THE FUEL PUMP LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE COULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENTIRE FUSE BOX FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 13, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238.
2005-02-03
- Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Components: STEERING:COLUMN
- Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE STEERING COLUMN MAY BE INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
- Consequence: LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL CAN CAUSE A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
- Remedy: OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED BY TELEPHONE ON JANUARY 25, 2005, AND ARRANGEMENTS WERE MADE TO HAVE THEIR VEHICLES TOWED TO THEIR DEALERS AND HAVE THE REPAIRS PERFORMED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 25, 2005.
2004-11-15
- Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
- Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) USES A SENSOR ON EACH WHEEL TO DETECT WHEEL SPEED. SOME SENSORS ON THE REAR WHEELS WERE INSTALLED INCORRECTLY, WHICH MEANS THE SENSOR MAY REPORT THE WRONG WHEEL SPEED TO THE ABS CONTROL UNIT.
- Consequence: THE DRIVER COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF BRAKE FORCE AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSORS. IF AN INCORRECT GAP IS DETECTED, THE SENSOR WILL BE REMOVED AND THE KNUCKLE CHECKED FOR CROSS THREADING DAMAGE. IF DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE KNUCKLE WILL BE REPLACED. IF NO DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE SENSOR WILL BE REINSTALLED CORRECTLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 12, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Negative 2005 Honda Odyssey car reviews
Positive 2005 Honda Odyssey car reviews
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The car is above average overall. If I had a complaint, it would be that the Variable Cylinder Management gets really loud and it sometimes vibrates at lower speeds. I'm not sure if this is just my vehicle only. Also, when I accelerate past 35 mph, the sound in the cabin makes a whining noise.
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This is the best minivan available for the cost. However, please note that the noise can be unbearable if you open the sliding door windows without at least cracking the front windows. It can be quite loud and even painful. Additionally, some of the 'safety features' can be a bit annoying. For example, if I unlock the car with the remote from inside the house, it relocks itself before I get to it. Despite these minor issues, I would still buy it again. The gas mileage is not great, but overall it's a great value.
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I recently purchased my son's 2005 Honda Odyssey, which is actually my second Odyssey after owning a 2001 model. I absolutely love this vehicle, but unfortunately, I've had some trouble with mice eating the electrical harness. According to the Honda dealer, this is a common issue. I'm hoping that Honda's designers can come up with a solution to prevent this from happening in the future, such as putting a screen around the harness. As someone who uses my car every day and keeps it in a garage, this is a very frustrating problem. Could you please provide me with some advice on how to prevent this from happening again? Thank you so much!
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I noticed that when there is an outside wind of 12 to 18 mph, the interior cabin noise is more than I expected, especially from a Honda known for Fit & Finish. Surprisingly, my Dodge minivan had less interior noise than the 2005 Honda EX. The Honda dealer acknowledged that they have had some complaints about interior wind noise or whistle. They added additional sealant around the front windshield, which seemed to help somewhat. Nevertheless, I still encounter more interior wind noise than I believe is acceptable. Do any of you share the same annoying problem? Are there any other remedies besides adding additional caulking around the edges of the windshield?
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This car is truly amazing! Honda has paid attention to every detail and made improvements in every area. The body roll is minimal, if not non-existent, and it drives like a dream. While there are a few minor features that could be improved, such as the memory seats only memorizing seat positions and not rearview mirror positions, and only one power window having an auto up and down feature, overall it is an incredible package. At a cost of 42k (drive out), it's definitely worth it!
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Dec 1, 2019 ... The transmission is very reliable, and the engine is very tough too. Honda company is a good reputable automotive manufacturer.
2005 Honda Odyssey Problems and Complaints - 25 Issues
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2005+ transmission problems | Honda Odyssey Forum
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Feb 24, 2007 ... Starting in 07, a completely redesigned transmission was introduced. The only failures reported here of 05+ transmissions seemed to happen ...
2005 Honda Odyssey Reliability - Consumer Reports
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"The rear power doors which slide have never worked right. The motor burns out constantly and I just decided never to use them so I always have them on manual ...
Problems with 2005 Honda Odyssey EX-L Res | Honda Odyssey ...
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Jul 24, 2005 ... Here are the issues on our 2005 Odssyey EX-L Res in Slate Green Metallic (our was built in June of 2005). 1. Very annonying whistling noise ...
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Are you having problems with your 2005 Honda Odyssey?
Werner O'Conner 2025-01-08
If you're considering purchasing a Honda Odyssey, I would advise against it based on my personal experience. My 05 Odyssey has had numerous major problems, including issues with the torque converter, catalytic converters, power steering pump, AC condenser, DVD system, struts, engine mounts, and most recently, a transmission failure at 166,000 miles. I strongly recommend looking into other options.
Cary VonRueden 2024-08-03
We have had some issues with our Odyssey, particularly with the sliding doors and battery. Despite multiple repairs at $1400 each and replacement batteries, we still experience problems. To work around this, we keep one slider door locked and use the other, and make sure to drive the car every day to prevent the battery from dying. Unfortunately, we have had instances where the 'working' door will not close, especially on inclines, and the driver button will not activate it. One weekend, while turning onto a busy street, the 'broken' door slid open, even though it was locked, causing my 11-year-old to scream. This is actually my second Odyssey, as the first one (2004) slipped out of park while my young boys (8 & 6) were washing it, and nearly rolled down the driveway and into a major roadway. We have decided that Odysseys are not the right fit for us.
Dangelo Quigley 2024-07-05
We have invested $4,000 in tires alone, having just put our 3rd set on the van with 90,000 miles. Despite the car rattling and having major quality issues, we remain confident in our decision to use the PAX tire system.
Karley Lebsack 2024-06-07
Although this 2005 Honda Odyssey minivan has had some issues, I can confidently say that it has been a reliable vehicle for me. While I have had to replace a few parts, such as the transmissions and axles, I have always been able to find affordable and effective solutions. The sliding door has required some maintenance, but it has been manageable. The ignition key did require a repair recently, but it was a quick and easy fix. While the fan for the a/c and heat could be improved, it still functions well enough to keep me comfortable. Overall, I believe that this minivan is a good investment for anyone in need of a reliable vehicle.
Donnie Weber 2024-05-28
This is the 5th Honda I have purchased and unfortunately, what was promised has not been delivered. The car is consistently getting 20 mpg with predominantly highway driving, instead of the advertised 28 mpg average. I have reported this issue to the dealership and it seems that I am not alone with this complaint. However, the dealership is working on the problem and hopefully, it is just a correctable glitch with a couple of vehicles. It is also noticeable when the engine goes into the economy mode while driving. I hope that the gas mileage will improve soon.