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christislord, 09/25/2011
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
30 of 31 people found this review helpful
No longer a Honda fan. My 2000 odyssey is on it's 5th transmission. The first failed at about 55000. Honda put 3 rebuilt transmissions in, one only lasted about 15,000 miles. The fifth i put in at an independent dealer who rebuilt it. We bought new and had all work done at the dealership, took good care of it. Honda Corporate refused to pay for the last transmission. I feel that since they know there are problems with the transmissions they should take responsiblity for them. They advertise that 80% of their Honda's are on the road 20 years later, they should keep them running by replacing defective transmissions for 20 years. I expected to keep this for 20 years.
2nd transmission gone
Ross_t, 10/14/2010
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
Decent minivan, has some squeaks and rattles, struts are shot and the second transmission just blew. The first transmission went at ~58k, less than 40k on the second. I have kept the transmission fluid clean by drain and fills, has Honda trans cooler. Other items replaced have been wear items. I would be quite happy with this vehicle if the transmissions had been better engineered and reliable. Honda has been poor in standing behind their product IMHO and won't get another purchase out of me. (multiple Honda car owner.)
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Edex, 07/29/2010
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
I'd be very happy with this vehicle if it weren't for the automatic transmission. I nursed the original transmission along for years, but it finally became too flaky to consider safe. I just had it rebuilt at 160k miles at a private shop for almost $4,000 exactly. I had my car serviced by the dealer until 4 years ago; they kept telling me that they couldn't find anything wrong. Only when I took it to a private mechanic did I get the news that these transmissions are not up to par.
Rear sliding doors
rear sliding doors, 07/19/2009
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
We bought our Odyssey back in 2005 with 60k miles on it. It now has over 130k miles on it with only minor problems: Check engine light on (oxygen sensor) and paint durability issues sliding rear door problems. It seems a lot of people have this problem. I found that it helped if you lube the movable parts on the door it helps keep it from sticking. As far as the transmission goes, you need to service and change fluid every 15k or 20k miles for reliability. Most people don't do this and they wonder why they have problems. We had the timing belt changed at 100k miles. This van has been on 2 1500 mile trips and 2 1200 mile trips with no issues. The van is a daily driver.
Great Van - Reliable and Works Every Time
DonM3Z, 08/21/2015
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
The van has been one of the most reliable vehicles we have owned. We have traveled across the country with it a few times with no problems and it is a solid performer during the harsh winters in Chicago. We purchased the van used 5 years ago with 110,000 miles and it currently has 150,000 miles. During those 40,000 miles we have not had any transmission problems and aside from preventive maintenance and tires the only things we have had to replace were: battery, rear hub, oxygen sensor, oil pan gasket and sway bar links. I keep very detailed records of all the maintenance and our annual cost to maintain this van has averaged only $800/ year. Not bad for a car that is fully paid for! The interior is very roomy and we can haul a ton of stuff. The quality of the interior is top notch as it has held up very well to the abuse of our three kids, dog, and numerous trips to the hardware store. The technology is not the best since it is a 15 year old van now, but a Pioneer aftermarket stereo fixed all of that. Our van now has bluetooth audio for our iPhones and handsfree calling. The exterior is in great shape and the paint still holds a nice shine. Personally I think the 99-04 years is one of the nicest designs among all the Odyssey's. There are a couple of small rust spots along the rear wheel wells, but no complaints here given that we live in the rust belt. Overall, we have been extremely happy with our van and plan to drive it another 50,000 or 70,000 miles. After that we will purchase another Odyssey - perhaps an EX-L this time.
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Workhorse, But Back to Toyota for Me
Prof Utonium, 04/29/2010
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought new. Had most bang for buck when it came out. Handles well--more like car than van/truck. Had lots of innovative features. It's probably improved, but always had Toyotas before--going back too (this week). It's the family van (3 girls); we use it for everything everyday, even pulling a trailer. However, seats uncomfortable, stereo marginal, power doors stink. Has problems seen on forums: Transmission replaced (recall fix). Power doors constantly failing (3 times since warranty ran out at $200+ a pop, 7 times total). Dash light dimmer burned out (recall fix). Speedometer failed. Loud, whining rear wiper but still works (we just don't use it). Some other dash lights out.
A Family Hauler
P33B, 11/06/2010
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Purchased Odyssey new in April 2000. Had a '92 Chrysler minivan previously which was the most unreliable vehicle ever. Have 4 kids and needed something large. Now has 113,000 miles, extremely reliable (routine maintenance only) except for transmission. Replaced transmission last year at 105,000 miles. Honda split the cost based on extended warranty for transmission. Sliding doors stick in wet weather. 16-18 MPG city, 22-25 MPG highway at 70-75 MPH. Reasonable for a heavy vehicle. Still solid with no squeaks or rattles. Don't use to too often anymore but it runs great. Own three other Hondas and Odyssey has been just as reliable.
No tranny problems here.
weigel5, 04/16/2012
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle new and sold it about a year ago. It was a great vehicle for the 11yrs we owned it. Only consistent problem was the passenger automatic sliding doors would get out of alignment every other year or so. It also developed a slight oil leak (very slight) as in one to five drops per week (estimate) never actually counted the droplets on a weekly basis. I only hope the new owners have as good of an experience with this vehicle as we did.
Transmission Gremlin
BG, 07/10/2010
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I am short of 100k on my 2000. The original transmission lasted until 60k. The replacement which was free under the extended warranty only lasted 30k. Honda discounted the 3rd transmission to $1600 for the 3rd transmission. I have no faith in these units with the bearing failure. If it weren't for the poor economy, I would trade the car in. I also experienced the other issues that that were covered by the extended warranty, like the EGR ports. Otherwise, the car has held up fairly well without other major problems. It's a shame that this handsome nice driving minivan has this transmission reliability issue.
more trouble than it's worth
hondaowner, 07/21/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I had nothing but trouble with the automatic sliding doors. Had to have it declared a lemon to finally get them to replace the entire door mechanism. Drives like a car and is easy to drive and maneuver, but the finishes are cheap inside. Transmission shifts really hard. Would never buy another. Know at least 10 other owners that feel the same way - all had door troubles too. Would never recommend it.
So far so good but dreading future
Gibran, 02/08/2010
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought the van from first owners a few years ago after our first kid and before the 2nd. Didn't realize the van had problems. Check engine light went on after 2 days. Called the seller and they pretended they don't know about it. There was a recall on the problem but they never took it in. Long story short it is the cat converter thing. It has been 15,000 miles since we have been driving on that check engine light so far it is just a light. The transmission slips when I back it in on our uphill driveway but no major transmission problems yet. Awesome space I use it to haul stuff around all the time after the 3rd seat fall flat include 8 ft dry walls !! : )
Transmission Nightmare!
liane robinson, 09/22/2008
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Don't even need to write a review, they are all the same! On my third transmission. First one replaced by Honda at 95,000. Now at 152,000 the car will only move in reverse. Honda do a thing! Have had issues with the doors as well. Passenger side door needs new contacts. Won't close and when the door opens, it scratches up against the doors. The path the door travels is now paint free! What a nightmare. I will never own another Honda!
Junk
dr john, 11/10/2009
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I should have bought a Grand Caravan. I song and dance about reliability. Not true just a bunch of fiction from consumer reports and others. The most problematic vehicle I have owned except maybe my 68 GTO. Check engine light never stayed off, catalytic converter replaced 3x, EGR port, two transmissions after warranty was up. Sliding door repairs constantly, electrical problems and irritating road/wind noise. I am not sure what the deal is with the front brakes wearing out so often. Most of these problems were recall issues and the dealer failed to tell me. Called Honda and they refused to honor any help with repair bills. My wife and kids are stranded 5 hours away now. Tranny went out again.
So sad!
Linda K., 11/20/2015
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I loved my car, but the transmission is a piece of junk. The door mechanisms are terrible. We replaced them five times, and the doors freeze shut in bad weather.
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This car just won’t die!!
Kenny, 01/20/2018
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my odyssey in 2000 brand new. Little did I know Inwould still be driving it 18 years later!!! It now has 147000 miles on it and asides from regular maintenance, all I have done is replaced an EGR valve for 400 dollars and repaired a seat retractor which cost 18 dollars and I did myself. Everything still works. Have had no problems with tranny, doors, paint or everything I have been reading will be a problem with thei vehicle, but then again I take very good care of my vehicles. I change the oil every 3750 miles , wax it and do all the maintenance. I am also an easy driver and keep it in the garage. I was able to get 27 mpg by myself driving highway speeds and driving 75 mph, 4 people with AC blasting it dropped to 23.5. Gas milage in City is awful, but I really do not do much city driving. The only dislikes of the vehicle are the harsh truck like ride, road noise and I have quite a few dash board lights out. But thanks to Siri, I can always ask for the time when I am driving at night. Seats comfortable on long trips. Can drive about 6 hours, wo discomfort. Brakes last about 60000 miles, battery’s last about 9 years and I am able to get 60000 miles out of every set of tires I buy
2000 Odyssey EX fair review
Bob Lichorad, 09/05/2003
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I don't believe in any of the uneducated bad reviews listed here. Those who wrote them must be non Honda owners for sure. As a saleman, I put over 167K miles on my HO. Not a single problem, never let me down, not once. I am still waiting for any sign of tranmission problem but I have seen none so far. Every system works perfectly. My only complaint is the front window's wind noise after 120K.
Love My Ody!
shadowfax5113, 08/02/2010
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought our 2000 Odyssey in 2004 with 93,000 miles. We just replaced the original transmission with a nicely rebuilt one. I love this van! Drives nicely, looks great, gets good mileage (avg. 21 mpg) for a van. For the wear and tear we have put on it, 3 kids, 6 dogs, numerous road trips, it has performed admirably.
Great Car
jv.wojciechowski, 06/27/2009
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Well I purchased my 2000 Honda Odyssey brand new. I personally have never had problems with my car! No transmission problems, my cd and navigation work fine, and no repairs on the sliding doors! My wife drove this car around and never a problem, so I totally recommend this car! If you were to take a look at my Honda it still looks brand new! I liked the Honda Odyssey so much that I actually recently purchased the 08 Odyssey touring, more expensive than the 2000 but same quality. And quality doesn't come cheap!
200,000 miles may be the limit!
Denise, 06/03/2008
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought the Odyssey new and have 197,000 on it 8 years later. I had hoped to keep the van for 4 more years (300,000 miles) but may not make it. I had ERG problems several times and was never able to get the dealer to fix it even though they identified the ERG as defective. It costs $300 each time for repairs. The sliding doors are a potential problem. Both open with a hard knock, but are still operational. I'm sure a fix will be needed in the near future. I also had a $3500 transmission rebuild in Dec. 2007. Now six months later the van is back in the shop because the transmission is slipping. A Prius may be in my immediate future!
16 years and 234,000 miles, running well
V Backman, 01/29/2016
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This van has been amazing. Still reliable, still 24mpg on the highways, about 18-20 in town. Always had seat covers, so they look new. It's hauled kids, bikes, camping stuff, dump loads, lumber... everything. Still only preventive maintenance except for normal items like headlights. The ONLY problem we've had is the door seals sticking for the two sliding doors. They've been replaced, treated with a variety of non-stick films. Get worse after a rain. Luckily we've had a drought in CA. No reason to get another, its the reliable box.
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My Odyssey review
Ron Kosto, 05/06/2003
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
There could be more range on the driver's power seat, but other than that I couldn't pleased more; it's fantastic.
Family highway car
Jerry McIntire, 04/10/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Okay, power rear doors are a bit much but overall this is the greatest family minivan available. Safety second to none. Lots of power for hauling, and 3500 lb. towing capacity. Good stereo, comfortable/useful/adjustable seats, and that wonderful flat rear floor, 4' x 8' with the seats flat/out. Strong climate control-- the only thing I wish I could change is the fuel mileage. But it's still at the top of its category in that department as well.
My Honda is Awesome
TW in New Hampshire, 02/16/2009
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I pulled her off the showroom floor in November 1999 and have for the most part put every mile on her. She is phenomenal. No Major repairs. Tires, oil changes, spark plugs, the regular maintenance. I would recommend a Honda to anyone who works hard for their dollar.
Piece OF JUNK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Shd Hve Bght Toyota, 11/11/2003
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Vehicle has been totally unreliable! Windows leak,sliding doors repaired 3X and still not fixed. Check engine light repeatedly comes on. Tape deck was repaired. Clock repaired. BEWARE OF DEALER SERVICE!!!!Overpriced, totally incompetent! Have been to 2 different dealers, and they are all the same. Honda Corporate in CA. not helpful either!
Transmissions!!!!
Dick, 03/03/2009
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I was first caught in the Canada vs. US fight, but finally resolved through Tokyo to correct first transmission failure at 78K mile. Second transmission has now failed after 70K miles and every dealer and transmission shop is familiar with the problem. Honda US will not help because of the 'gray market' status! What a joke. All 2000 Odysseys were built in Canada and I do not believe built in Canada with US use is why the transmissions fail. US Customer Service is useless. I'm going to try Tokyo again.
Still happy
carzilla, 05/18/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the one vehicle I have owned (of many) that I feel was money well spent after years of ownership. No major drawbacks other than the lack of options like leather and a DVD when I bought it. A minor annoyance is the road noise on the expressway but maybe better tires would fix that problem.
Lucky I guess
Robert Smith, 06/11/2009
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Odyssey new, performed scheduled maintenance and haven't had any major problems. Did have EGR valve replaced under warranty. The transmission has a small leak that is annoying but has never failed. As a side note, I never used Honda Transmission Fluid, and I changed my transmission fluid every 40K miles or so - usually after towing a small utility trailer or u-haul. I now have 156k miles and given the history of cars I've owned before, if it broke down tomorrow I wouldn't be upset. What will bother me more about buying another Odyssey is that inflated price for a comparably equipped model but considering I had to pay sticker for this one, I guess it's to be expected.
Typical Honda Excellence
Steve Clack, 07/07/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Performance is very good for a minivan but wish it had the 240 hp motor and 5 spd. that has only now been installed in the '02. Interior usability and flexibilty is unrivaled among minivans or any other vehicle type. Love the fold-down rear seat. This is a great all day 90 mph cruising machine.
So much for Honda reliability....
John S., 06/28/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought this van to replace a 1995 Taurus wagon, which at the time I thought was the biggest piece of garbage on the road. This van is vying for the title. In the two years since we bought it, we have had to repair/replace the front brakes/rotors twice (the entire brake design is undersized for the car), replace the entire transmission (leaky sway bar), replace rear wheel bearing, fix leaky valve cover gaskets, and repair defective sliding doors. It is an adventure to try to predict what will fail next...
good car
Victor, 08/13/2008
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is a nice car we have taken it on lots of road trips and it has not broken down. The car is comfortable, roomy, and quite. I have not had to replace the transmission the only things we had to replace was the fuel line and the battery so far. The cons are that the engine does not provide enough power, leather seating is not available, and all-wheel drive is not an option but everything else is good for the time being we plan to keep it for another year because it is still reliable.
Fantastic Vehicle
Jeff R., 04/05/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the best minivan around, and my wife and I absolutely love it. It's roomy, comfortable, and has all the features we need. We have had our Odyssey for 2 years and have had no problems at all.
What a disappointment!
soon a honda-ex, 06/03/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Two years later, it's been back to the dealer 8 times for auto door problems, 3 times for a consistent pull to the right, and 3 times for shuddering brakes. It has all of 24,000 miles. They have replaced the brake pads, rotors, and drums and the entire electronic system in the doors. They sent a district engineer to look at it and kept it a week two separate times without really fixing all the problems. The brakes still have a shudder. Beware of Honda Care, they refused to buy it back! It misses the Texas Lemon Law by a technicality. I have a 15- year old Camry that has had fewer problems than this van. What a disappointment!
Designers Missed Some No-Brainers
j4, 07/29/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Good van overall. We bought it new and have put about 40,00 miles on it. The doors stuck for the first summer we had the van. The transmission shift control is directly in front of the stereo on/off/volume control. The stereo sux! I can't believe for a vehicle in this price range that you have to unscrew the antenna to go through a car wash. Also, no way to secure rear wiper in a car wash. Middle floor mat frayed within the first year.
By far the best on the road
TKofColorado, 08/08/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am quite surprised to hear so many have problems with their van. Our 2000 LX has performed without a glitch. I couldn’t be more pleased to drive this van. I’ve driven vans from Dodge, Ford, Mazda, and Chev. All don’t hold a candle to this van— especially the loose-goose Dodge.
Odyssey
ngchiro, 08/01/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love owning this vehicle. Parents own a Grand Caravan. Test drove the Windstar. Both are inferior to the Odyssey
Don't buy Honda
Unhappy Honda Owner, 10/08/2009
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am so sorry I didn't find this forum before buying my 2000 Honda Odyssey with 45000 miles. Transmission is "toast" at 100000 miles, and from the horror stories I've read here and heard elsewhere, it is not worth fixing. I am going to donate this (if they'll take it) and buy only Toyota from now on. I was expecting to get 150K miles easily, as I did with my Toyota's, but this clunker fell about 2.5 years shy of that. I will never buy another Honda based on all the bad transmissions in this plus Accord and others. Goodbye Honda, Hello Toyota.
One Great Van!!
Odyssey Lover, 08/13/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had my van for about a year now. It's great! We have put many miles on our van because my husband's job was about 400 miles away from home. He would drive the van back and forth to come home on weekends. The van did great! We have absolutely no complaints! I plan on keeping this van for a long time and when I am ready for a new car I am planning on getting a new Odyssey!
Tom's review
tlupfer, 08/10/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This has been an excellant vehicle, very roomy, allows 6 to travel in comfort Doesnot ride like a truck!
Love It But
Love It But, 10/09/2008
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought Van from dealer used with 110,000 miles, bought used Japanese before with over 40000 in the past. Excellent mpg on hwy of 27 mpg. I'm big, fits me well, tons of room for passengers and stuff. CD went out, a/c went out, remote doors to not work all the time, sliding driver door will not lock automatically, transmission went out 170,000. 2 friends' Odyssey trans went out at 99,000. Rubber timing belts in Van changed at 115,000, had 2 Toyota vans, only changed oil, never any problems drove to 220,000 miles, this one at 215,000 no a/c toime to change timing belts, wonder if transmission will last still like handling, roominess, but can trust Honda, new vans seem worst.
A great MiniVan
odm321, 08/20/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have had the van for 2 years and have enjoyed owning it more than any other vehicle we have ever had. The van has plenty of get up and is very comfortable on long trips and just around town. Ample room for seven adults wich we have had on many occations.
Never had a better car!
Tammy, 10/12/2009
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Honda Odyssey SV 2000 has been the most reliable mini van I've owned. It handles very well, especially on rainy days and has been a great family car around town and on long trips.
Watch that transmission
bags, 08/21/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Have 47000 mi, original owner. No towing, only normal driving around Illinois (ie, no hills). Transmission started making slight grinding noise in 4th gear only at about 55mph. If in 3rd, no noise. If you let off gas, no noise. Dealer had it today and the carrier bearing in the transmission is going out and the whole transmission needs to be replaced. I have the extended warranty which will pay for it as well as a rental car. Listen carefully to yours when crusing around 55mph.
Lovin' my van!
jill, 04/09/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is truly a van dream come true. I have owned Hondas and have driven them for up to 275,000 miles! This is one reliable van. We have never had any problems with the engine (have 42,000 miles now), but I do have to complain about the doors sticking. The molding sticks to the door and the kids can't open it without my help-- especially worse in the summer. Gee, should've gotten those automatic doors, I guess! Other than that, it is awesome. LOVE LOVE LOVE the disappearing back seat-- tons of cargo room (far better than other vans). Would I buy another one? You betcha!
Hoping for 10 good years
Bob H, 12/29/2008
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought the van used with 20km. Certified so when the door motor died it was free. I now have 65km and no significant issues. Replaced timing belt and brakes and have intermittent issues with doors buzzing and check engine light coming on. Most are liveable issues with a 8-yr old car. It is tough to get transmission into D3 other than when I am parked, but I haven't really needed to do that all that often. Great car for long family vacations. I will probably keep the car for a few more years and get another Honda.
A Honda Lemon?
Joei, 08/22/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I switched to the Honda so that I could feel safe that my wife and children were in a dependable car. Three transmisions (within the first 30,000 miles), cooling system fix, four door handles, and a variety of other annoyances later, and I would not recommend this to ANYONE! The van looks good and drives nice, but not worth the worry. My wife has no sense of security.
Little less than expected
cvb, 09/10/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Had a Civic. Ran for 250,000 carefree miles. Odyssey is comfortable and roomy. Problems: ~ Has constant knock. Dealer says Honda only wants us to use Chevron gas per internal memo. ~ Sliding door seals had to be replaced due to sticking. ~ Needed front brakes at 30,000 miles likely due to vehicle weight. Numerous brake sensor errors. ~ Various trim flaws requiring trips to dealer. ~ Pulls to the right but dealer swears it is due to the crown in the road. Uneven tire wear. ~ Rough shifting in certain situations. ~ Radio controls blocked by gear shift column.
Love that GPS!
griffpen, 09/14/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love ths van especially the GPS. I thought the GPS would be just a neat toy but now both my wife and I agree we never want another car without one. I'm surprised Honda doesn't tout it more. The fold down rear seat is great. But I do have trouble with the rear window wiper - it keeps coming loose and I have to have the dealer tighten it. Ride is a little stiff compared to my Avalon but not bad for a van. The seats are a little short. I could use a little more leg support for long trips. Accelerates nicely. My kids love that they can control the AC in back. Have had zero trouble with the auto sliding doors unlike some other reviews I have seen here.
Great Minivan
DaveA, 01/04/2010
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Yeah, it's a minivan. But...if what you want is solid reliability and flexibility, then the Odyssey delivers. I have had mine since new in late 1999 and it has only been to the shop once over 130,000 miles for a timing belt. That's it. I have used Mobil 1 and been careful to keep up with the maintenance, which is very little other than fluids, battery, plugs and brake pads. I am going to buy another Odyssey if my 10 year old one ever decides to conk out.
Disappointed
HBM, 11/02/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am disappointed in the Oddy. Terrible quality.
It's green, so it's a lime, not a lemon.
ffeineandsugar, 06/16/2002
2000 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
While this vehicle has great features, especially with its interior and its engine, the overall experience has been akin to owning a Yugo Minivan. My Honda, in 35k miles, has gone through 3 snapped door handles. The brakes failed in the middle of the Lincoln Tunnel (with the entire family on board). The horn shorted out, locking the wheel (at 4k miles!) The original tires lasted less than 25k miles. The body dents under pressure from small children and hard stares. Honda of North America has been very difficult to deal with. Look elsewhere.