2007 Honda Odyssey Consumer Reviews

2007 Honda Odyssey - Torque Converter

Written by: Jason on 11/11/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Rear Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

At 30K miles, had an issue with a slight shudder at 40 mph (when shifting from 4th to 5th gear). Took it to dealership and they tried engine mounts but that was not the fix. Once the torque converter was replaced, it shifts much smoother. Now at 36K the battery died. No warning. Not sure if something is draining it (unseen door or rear compartment light). Anyway seems too early to have battery problems.

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Another 3 year review

Written by: IC-746PRO on 11/10/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Nav, Rear Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Keep tire pressure at what's printed on the door plate--key to low tire wear and decent fuel mileage. Light foot helps! Drove it for business-80% at 70mph hwy, 20% city--avg'd 22mpg. Many trips to N. Cal & Az avg'd 23-26 mpg at 70-80mph or so w/cruise on, not bad for a shipping container on wheels. '00&'04 LX odys got 1 mpg more but were 300lbs lighter & both had the tranny whine. Noise at 1500rpm is engine lugging in high gear at low speed in my opinion. Road noise highly dependent on road surface texture. Honda does hold a patent on high road noise, however. Overall, the van has been a good value.

Favorite Features

Handling, solid steering feel, cavernous interior, comfortable on long trips, fairly versatile seating, enough power to get on the freeway safely.

Suggested Improvements

Interior plastics a bit too easy to scratch; coolable seats; get rid of run-flat tires on Touring models; move quickly to hybrid/turbodiesel options for improved fuel mileage.

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Good, but with reservations

Written by: tim d on 11/09/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Rear Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Purchased new in 2007. Overall, vehicle has been pleasant to drive and very versatile for a family of 5. Little annoying stuff keeps happening. Chunkiness when the engine goes in/out of VCM. Engine pan fell off and dragged on the road. Cracked interior trim panels. Poor paint job (color doesn't match bumper-to-body and chips too easily). Dealer changed the trans fluid and left the dipstick out, which caused t-fluid to ruin the EPDM radiator hose. Battery failed (warranty). DVD player will not play anything but the best disks (why do kids need movies anyways, we never had that stuff). Even with the issues, probably the most versatile vehicle that money can buy.

Favorite Features

Stowable middle seat in 2nd row. Adequate power. Fold-flat rear seats, engine smoothness (except VCM). Hopefully will last 200K miles before everything breaks.

Suggested Improvements

Put LATCH seat restraints in outboard positions in rear, not only in the center. Better dealer customer service. Better quality control. Trip computer would be nice.

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3 year review

Written by: edog152 on 10/09/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Odyssey Touring 4dr Minivan w/Nav, Rear Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

It has almost been three years as we purchased this in 11/06, and this is our 5th Odyssey. We normally trade after 24 months but we felt we drive this one until the wheels fall off. Well we are at 104K and its still drives like a brick. Sure gas mileage could be better, but with all the conveniences that the van offers... If I wanted el cheapo I'd get a KIA... Yeah brakes shutter as the brakes get warped quick... well it is a 4000+lb tank!! I have NO regrets!!!!

Favorite Features

Navi, rear entertainment system, bumper sensors, backup video camera.

Suggested Improvements

Improve mileage.

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Two issues, one compliant

Written by: Doug on 09/28/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I own a 2007 Odyssey with 20,000 miles on it which I purchased new. I've had two mechanical issues so far. The first was with a noisy power-steering unit. The noise was caused by a faulty power steering fluid reservoir which allowed air to get into the system. The second issue is with the transmission. It shutters at 20 & 40 mph under very light pedal applications. I had it to the dealer once so far without a fix. I believe it is an issue with the cylinder deactivation system. A friend had a similar issue and had their active engine mounts replaced. I may start there with the dealer on my next visit. Fuel economy is poor. Avg. 16/17 around town & 18 on vacation trip loaded down.

Favorite Features

Other than the mechanical issues mentioned above, the van is well designed and built. It is attractive inside and out, drives nice, and the engine is silky smooth.

Suggested Improvements

My only compliant is with the ergonomics of the climate control system. You can't change the settings without taking your eyes off the road.

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What a Disappointment

Written by: Momof2 on 09/28/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Nav, Rear Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I've owned Hondas in the past and found them reliable, so I blindly chose the Odyssey when it was time for a minivan. Big mistake. This huge "mini" van drove like a bus, was difficult to park, and had problems the dealer was not able to fix. At 20K miles, the rotors warped, the front tires had to be replaced, and the front wheels were constantly out of balance. At 25K miles, the engine mounts failed, followed by the torque converter and the A/C. It vibrated all the time while driving and the dealer could do no more. Reading the reviews on this model year, I found I'm not the only one with these problems. I just traded it in on a Sienna and have never been happier.

Favorite Features

Navigation, DVD player and convertible 8th seat.

Suggested Improvements

Steering and transmission are horrible.

3 out 5 people found this review helpful

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2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L

Written by: Winer on 09/27/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

We leased a 2004 and currently leasing again a 2007 Honda Odyssey. The 2004 Odyssey never gave us any mechanical or electrical troubles. So far, the problem with our 2007 Odyssey was a shorted electrical fuse which led to replacing the factory-installed battery. And since then everything is perfectly okay. My family and I love this car because it possess enough power, comfortable to drive, roomy and has an excellent safety features. Generally, Honda Odyssey or any other Japanese cars are very reliable.

Favorite Features

Generous leg room, lots of cup holders and storage spaces.

Suggested Improvements

Honda Motors should significantly improve fuel mileage.

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Easy to like

Written by: al on 09/24/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

We've had this ody since July 2007, it is our 2nd ody. We have had only minor problems, problems with the back bumper after dealer installed trailer wiring and that's it. Only changed the oil and rotated the tires. No shaking, pulling hesitation etc. just a good all around vehicle. I average 19.2mpg city and hwy. The vehicle's traction control works great up here in Alaska, but I do use dedicated studded snow tires. Road noise is much better than the last model (2002 ody), but still noticeable, actually it's not much quieter than my 2005 ford diesel. Kids love the car too, we put an alpine dvd player in it, which is easy for them to use. So this vehicle is easy to like.

Favorite Features

Ease of access and ability to cram it full of whatever and still have room for 5 people.

Suggested Improvements

ROAD NOISE!!!

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Lemon, will not honor warranty

Written by: cawood on 09/17/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Van drives like a truck. Bad front end. New tires did not help. Dealership just makes excuses. Brakes squeak and factory rep and dealership say to read the owners manual and it will say you may have squeaky brakes. They will not correct them. Owners manual comes after the purchase. How dumb is that?

Favorite Features

Lots of room and cup holders.

Suggested Improvements

Honor your warranty. Stop making excuses. Fix the problems. Value your customers.

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Chiming in on transmission problems!

Written by: Honda Family on 08/31/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Rear Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Like many other owners we too are having transmission issues. We just had to the dealer for the transmission "judder" fix, but guess what? It's worse than it was before! Vehicle shakes at 25 MPH while transmission hunts for a gear, especially on hills. There is also an intermittent shake at highway speeds (70 MPH) that I no longer believe has anything to do with tires or alignment, but with the drivetrain itself. Like others when entering/exiting ECO mode there is too much noise from the transmission. The VCM system does not seem to improve gas mileage so I say Honda should eliminate it. We've had 7 Hondas now and this is the first and only Odyssey we will own.

Favorite Features

Rear DVD entertainment system.

Suggested Improvements

The transmission and drivetrain must be improved. Get rid of the VCM system, it does not work anyway.

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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