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Odyssey '02 145K: to keep or not to keep

12 messages,  Last post on Jul 28, 2012 at 12:29 PM

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#11 of 12 Similar issues x 2 by jeromew

Jul 19, 2012 (8:40 pm)

We have a 2001 Odyssey - purchased new/only owner. First transmission issue was around 70K. While I was in Iraq, Wife played real hardball with northern Virginia dealership and after threating them with better business bureau action, eventually got a replacement at no cost. Van has 165K now and we're having our second transmission issue - will be taking the van into a private Transmission specialist this week.
 
While not thrilled with our decision, thinking about keeping it because we don't drive it that much how and the darn thing is just so convenient for hauling large items like furniture, antiques...
 
I'm either crazy or just hate new car payments.... jeromew

#12 of 12 Re: Odyssey '02 145K: to keep or not to keep [isellhondas] by donethat_1

Jul 28, 2012 (12:29 pm)

Replying to: isellhondas (Feb 11, 2012 10:00 am)
Really? Check that. Honda lost a $90 million class action lawsuit for early model year tranny issues and there are others ongoing for newer models. This is a design flaw by Honda. THey know and do nothing about it. Mine went out at 68000 miles,(no abuse or towing either) the motor mounts were broke, door stuck, etc. Piece of crap!
 
Dump the car now while it still runs. I got rid od mine and when I drove it to the dealer lot and got out, the first queston they asked me was if I had any tranny problems. THis is a very well know problem. Even the NTSB has been notified of all the concerns becasue the tranny fails while driving it and some people have almost been killed.
 
In additon, February 2012 Motor Trend Long Test Article 2011 Odyssey Touring Elite, 6 months old, 14999 miles "...we'll have the technicians look at the transmission as well. Over time, shifting has become rough, and occasionally upon acceleration between first and second gears, the transmission seems to be shuddering."

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