Used 2003 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
would buy 3 more
look everything over before buying its been great to me I love it!!!!
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Don't buy this car
Man what a mistake. Had the chance to purchase a Chrysler for $3,000 less. Decided to go with the Honda because they are much more reliable. Man was that a mistake. New transmission new brakes new front end and all the scheduled mait. Car has been to the shop and all the costs have been outrageous. Car has never been in an accident. I am now the poster child for not buying a HONDA!
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Honda has lost it's superior service
The transmission just went out on our vehicle with a price tag of $5100.00. There are documented transmission problems in the odyssey and the price tag is very excessive. We have done all scheduled maintenance and taken great care of the van. We have also had several electrical problems which have proven to be an enigma to Honda. My 2 year old was locked in the car in the heat of the summer due to locking problems with the car. Of course it took several months to prove to the dealer that there was indeed a problem. We have been loyal Honda/Acura drivers but are absolutely done with American Honda. Do not be taken advantage of by the high price tag's assurance of superior service.
Honda Quality?
Honda simply does not live upon its reputaion for this van. Just list problems we have: 1)Replaced both front struts(1st month);2)A/C broken after 3 months;3)Replaced clock light;4)Idle control valve(idle speed up/down automatically);5)Rear break squeaks but Honda says it is normal; 6)Transmission failed at 15k. Having own few Toyotas, wanted to try Honda. What a disappointment!
Odyssey should have been more
It all began with broken motor mounts at 90,000. Never heard of this. Transmission failed at 127,000 miles several months ago. Honda recommended a $4000 replacement of sealed transmission. Found someone who did the work for a lot less. It runs fine now. I was hoping to get 200,000 miles but I have my doubts that this car will last another 3 years. Seats are very uncomfortable for long drives. I always thought Hondas were the best but I have my doubts about them now.