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Tranmission Failure
brenyahoo, 09/11/2013
2004 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
52 of 53 people found this review helpful
I can't help but return to this site to provide our feedback. We had our 2004 Honday Odyssey transmission fail around 90K miles and after 50K miles the rebuild is now starting to fail again. We were stupid and didn't look back at reviews at the time - we should have because we of course now know this was a known problem. So nice to know a Honda dealership salesperson would sell you a vehicle they knew had problems. It's not a terrible vehicle but having the transmission problems is unacceptable. We don't buy another honda regardless.
Great Van
Bibi, 08/12/2015
2004 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
29 of 29 people found this review helpful
Absolutely love this van. Bought it with 15Ok Miles and it working good as ever. Only problem is that the V6 takes a lot of gas. The front seats are really great. Have a lot of leg space. The trunk has a lot of space. Great Family Van.
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Ditto of the Majority
awcheney, 01/17/2015
2004 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
46 of 48 people found this review helpful
Bought car brand new! I'm just agreeing with what most are saying here. Any time I went in for a state inspection, was told I needed to replace a motor mount or two after 60,000 miles or so. Don't do jackrabbit starts. Transmission went at around 120,000 miles, $4,000 to replace at a Honda dealership; Drivers side passenger door, no longer auto-locks; rear vent windows haven't worked in years; several center dash lights went out; then a year after the transmission was replaced by the dealership, told the bolts were missing from the transmission???? I've owned two Hondas before this, an 88 Accord LX, Standard, (240K with really no problems and a 2001 Accord LX, with 35K traded on minivan.
Well Worth the buy
Jay, 11/11/2016
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
bought it brand new in 2003 and been driving 225,000 miles over 13 years. quality at its best. Have three other cars German and Japanese and this still beats them all in terms of maintenance. Still original engine and transmission and havent spent a single penny other than oil change, tires and brakes. still runs solid and moves heavy cargo and passengers like day 1. would love to buy another honda.
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Long live the Janvan
Janet, 02/08/2016
updated 08/09/2017
2004 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
27 of 28 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love my 2004 Honda Odyssey! I bought her in 2006 used and have only had to replace ignition switch and door lock assembly ($500 total). This van runs my 3 kids around town through rain, sleet, snow and sunshine and still runs like brand new with 121K miles on it. I will buy another when this one wears out, which my mechanic says won't happen for at least another 100k. It was well worth every penny we paid for it-has outlasted all of my others friends "knock off" (Nissan, dodge, Kia, Hyundai) minivans. It hardly has any rust either, especially great since we live in NY. Love, love, love my Honda!!!!!!
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Great value for $7100 on 88k mile 2013 Odyssey LX
Matt S, 06/09/2017
2004 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
Became worried about transmission after reading so much negative problems, so have babied it. Have changed and flushed at least 5 or 6 times, and have changed transmission filter(although they say it is lifetime, it may be, and it came out with zero shavings at 130k miles). 1st thing I did was full tune up including timing belt, spark plugs, air filter, cabin filter, transmission fluids, etc.....all of it)...cost me about 1000, but have a basically new van for 8100. Changed brake and steering fluids at 125k. New tires at 140k. Oil changes every 5 to 7500 miles, and am switching to full synthetic at 149k). Had to recharge air at 115k with leak test in 2014.....has worked perfectly since and is pretty good considering it went 10 years to my knowledge, and this includes through (Nevada/Utah/Cal's Inland Valley's/Death Valley). Only surprise was a slow leak in power steering at 125k.....fixed and no problem since. I now have 149k miles....so 60k miles in just under 4 years....and really no major problems.....just regular maintenance, but I have changed everything that most people overlook like changing brake and steering fluids. Sometimes if I drive conservatively I can get 27 mpg, but I normally drive about 80-82 mph and get 22 to 23 mpg.....which I consider pretty good. I have a roof rack I will remove and I am sure I will improve another 1 mpg. Really, I cant be happier considering. Hope to get another 4 years out of this, and if I do.....I will be a new one if they can improve the mpg on them. Transmission has been fine on this, but I read that they improved on this after 2002....they apparently had real issues with this and started some pre purchase transmission extras to help, and apparently it worked. This handles extremely well for a van, and has great acceleration for a 14 year old van. Some rust underneath. Oh, I did have to have pipes redone due to rust......I think this is normal after 13 years....did it last year. Seems ready to roll another 100k......so lets hope....that should get me at least 5 years as I drive across country at least twice a year. Safety ratings are very good so feel good about wife or kids driving. Have added dash cam that has back up camera and lane deviation and crash alert......a very nice addition for those with larger family vehicles.
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what honda won't tell you
phidknee, 01/30/2014
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
40 of 45 people found this review helpful
tranny, radio, engine mounts , sliding doors , rear vent windows , battery cables are the cause of many problems with this van in my opinion ,change at least the positive side . Now the big problem the tranny in 2004 mid year (April I believe) is when you have a chance to have your tranny last . 1 do a total drain on tranny fluid ( you tube ) while running van . 2 change tranny filter , yes you need to look up on Honda parts drawings , there is a filter ! 3 you need to install a tranny cooler a second tranny inline filter( magna filter ) all the rest you can also find on you tube . You must have some knowledge about car repairs .Also do all your yearly maintenance on time ( timing belt
230K and no major problems
danielc2, 11/19/2013
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan w/Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
Bought the Van new. We drove it a lot. Never had any major problems. We lost it when it was totaled in an accident. We miss it. We used Mobil 1 and changed the oil about every 5,000 miles. Changed the timing belt at 110K. Changed the brake pads myself and never had to replace rotors. The only thing not working when it was totaled was the clock light, rear windows and temperature control. Otherwise great van. I would by another 2004 but we are out of the kid mode.
Transmission --> Honda odyssey = Junk
beaver8, 07/23/2012
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan w/Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
We are Honda family with a Accord and a Odyssey. I have only but heart burn with Odyssey With only 80K miles on it - I was told my transmission is junk and I have to shell out $5k more to get it fixed. This is the last straw. I had to replace the door system, ac and you name it. Per my San Jose Honda dealer, this is extremely common in Honda odyssey - i.e transmission and other issues. The dealer replaces an average of 5 transmissions a week for Odysseys between 1999-2007. So for those Odyssey owners - watch for any sluggishness in the performance. I am not coming to Honda again.
The best car you can own!
Joe, 03/28/2018
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
My 2004 Honda Odyssey is the best car I've ever owned! Since we bought the van in 2004 it has taken us on many fun adventures and never let us down! I never hesitate to take this car anywhere. Original engine and transmission and the van is 14 years old. I very highly recommend this van! Such a fun car to own!
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Electronically Junkie!
jacksonmom3, 09/06/2012
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought my van new. We replaced the engine mounts not too long after the warranty expired. The rear windows electronics shortly died thereafter. We paid to get it painted hoping to stretch a couple more years out of it (it only had 95K miles on it at this point). Then our transmission went out! Another $4500 down the tube. So, we are trying to recoup some money by hanging on to it, but recently (133K miles now) our rear doors have started going out, and I hear a clunking noise occassionally. Looking at the Murano or possibly CRV--almost scared to buy another Honda though!
A minivan that is anything but mini!
John, 07/20/2018
2004 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has provided an exemplary ride for its entire life. Plenty of seating for 7. Great cargo room. Fairly smooth ride. Some road noise but not at all intrusive. My only negative is driving in snow, the traction is too sensitive, causing the vehicle to feel like it is towing a heavy weight. With 2-4 inches of snow i would turn traction control off.
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Transmissions
Phil, 03/20/2009
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
You MUST follow the scheduled maintenance of the transmission... which means drain and fill EVERY 40,000 miles. People let it go, then wonder why the tranny fails?
Read before buying '04 Odyssey
chambalam, 02/26/2009
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I think you are about to see the rating of the '04 Odyssey plunge. We had an accident that resulted in our '04 Odyssey with 70,000 miles being totaled. We were so happy with the van that we went out and bought another '04 just like it, except it had a few more miles on it. 10 days after purchase the D light starts flashing, turns out it is a transmission problem. I do some research on the internet and there are HUNDREDS of posts showing that TRANSMISSION FAILS at 80,000 - 100,000 miles. There was actually a recall on the tranny for some '04 models, but those that were not included in the class action lawsuit or out of luck. Honda has refused to stand behind there faulty transmission!
Excellent Car
Dave, 10/21/2010
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
We just traded this 2004 EX-L in on a 2010 EX-L if that tells you anything of how we liked the car. In the more than 6 years that we owned it this was an extremely reliable vehicle. Only maintenance was due to normal wear and tear and scheduled items. An excellent buy.
A Mixed Bag
AGS, 01/05/2010
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Bought the Odyssey while stationed overseas and brought it home with high hopes and initial satisfaction. While cavernous, easy to drive, powerful and full of many great features such as power doors and dual air, reliability is becoming a concern as it reaches 80K miles. Paint has peeled twice and dealers have not been receptive to repairing the damage in our area. Left sliding door continuously needs grease to quiet the chatter. Oil changes are a bear. A/C filter changes, too. CD player died. Clock's light went dark. CD and clock are very expensive to replace. Overall, a disappointment; can't recommend it any longer and won't be buying another Honda :( This is a "Monday" car, for sure.
Mom of 4
Mom of 4, 12/22/2004
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I am a mom of 4 including twin boys, the van was a gift from my husband. The kids love the van the automatic doors are great with the press of a button when mom's hands are full. Leather seats with heat make it nice for mom. Also surround sound DVD with headphones for the kids while mom can still listen to her radio! AWESOME. I have owned this van for almost 3 years, still looks runs great. Another great feature with the electic doors is while putting gas in one day my youngest son attempted to open the door where I was putting gas, before I could yell, the door sounded and didn't move!Great Thinking Honda! Saved a mess and dent! I would buy another Honda any day!
Two years of ownership
Chad , 07/18/2020
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
We have a 2004 Honda Odyssey EXL we bought it at 140,000 miles it hit 250,000 miles two days ago and we have had no problems except for a cooling fan that was 120 bucks to replace the heated seats still work air condition is ice cold heat is hot power sliding door still work flawlessly we have had no problems out of this vehicle we have taken it on several family trips great for long trips extremely comfortable plenty of room for luggage all around great van
3 Transmissions in Under 100k
bob546, 06/10/2013
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
15 of 19 people found this review helpful
Honda Paid for the 1st two, third was on us, and it cost 5k. My friend has a 2002 ody, and his trans died 4 times, my neighbor has a 2003 Ody, and she is on her 2nd transmission. In the history of automotive "junk" the 99-04 Odysseys will go in the annals as the biggest piece of crap Honda has ever built.
04 Honda Odyessy
jason04, 08/19/2011
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I had a 2004 Hoda Odyessy that I bought from Gilman Honda brand new. I had multiple electical issues, too many to even list, they misdiagnosed multiple issues, charged me $800 to replace my starter but the last straw was when the transmission went out not once, but twice. They replaced it the first time under the extended warranty at 45,000 miles, then it went out again 4 years later with 99000 miles. I explained that I thought Honda was a repiltable company that would stand behind there product...I sure was mistaken.
True Blue
Lenny, 04/16/2022
updated 04/18/2024
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2004 EXL Odyssey with 155,000 miles on it in 2014. It was a 1 owner that had been serviced at the Honda dealer. It now has 371,000 miles on it, and has been an awesome vehicle. Transmission rebuild at 296,000 miles. It has issues now, but still runs well, and gets 25 mpg. I am looking to buy another one.
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Good Starter Car
Parker Jacobs, 04/15/2018
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan w/Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Now, before I recently purchased the 2017 Honda CR-V, I drove the 2004 Odyssey for a short period of time. Overall, my mom had used it for years, she was impressed with it when she first purchased it. At the time, it was considered to be one of the hottest minivans on the market. Overall, when I drove it, I did not have any major problems with it. With that being said, later on, there were a few things that I'd have to be critical of. One thing is, one day I was going to drive it, it would not unlock using the key, I tried unlocking it manually, would not work, had to call the shop and check it out. Turns out it was a security issue and I ended up getting it resolved. The only other thing I had to be critical was was when whenever I drove on the freeway, the steering wheel would vibrate going above 70 (now that is probably because I haven't rotated the tires in a while). Other than that, I had no complaints of it, it was TERRIFIC in snow and ice! Since I live in Michigan, it could plow through almost anything. IF you are looking for something cheap, then I would definitely look into buying it used. Had no other problems except for the usual Takata Airbag recalls, but transmission gave power when it needed it, and got almost 29 miles on the freeway and 20 in the city. If you don't jerk the thing out, then you will get better MPGs
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Time to sell or trade
exhondaowner, 01/28/2011
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Sold at 80K miles. I expected to keep the car for at least 10 years. Rear power windows went in 2008. The transmission has slipped for 10k miles and I do not trust it. Much worse recently. Power door locks are failing and the radio controls on the steering wheel and radio were not failing. I have had 3 other Hondas. 1986 Accord went 186K. 2000 Accord replaced transmission at 80K in November. The 2005 Accord is still going strong with 35K miles. I did not realize how noisy they were until I purchased the 2011 Highlander.
Odyssey - Positive and Negatives
Deborah, 04/27/2008
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The Odyssey was a wonderful touring van when I traveled over 8500 miles during the first summer I had it. The gas mileage was good on the trip and it performed perfectly. I've always felt very secure on the highway while passing trucks and in inclement weather. My only complaint is with one of the sliding doors. In Florida, it wouldn't open and on a trip to Kentucky, it failed to open. It's frightening especially if there was an accident. I definitely feel I got a lemon on the door. This is the only problem I've had with the van and when it happens, it is very annoying.
Enjoying our Odyssey
ustexans, 10/20/2003
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought our Odyssey on Sep. 20th. We got back yesterday morning from a trip to California and Oregon and now have over 5,00 miles on it. It performed like a dream. We also have a 2000 Honda Accord with 48,000 miles and have not had any problems with it. Before that we had a 1989 Honda Accord LXi for 10 years. We have been a loyal Honda family and expect good things in the future from our Odyssey.
This ody saved our lives
lost without my Ody, 09/13/2016
2004 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
2004 was a great year for honda, this baby would have easily ran forever until some one used it to stop there ram 250 truck.man i hate that guy, can anybody find me a 2004 ody to love?
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Do Not Buy a Honda Odyssey!
First Honda Purchase, 03/21/2010
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan w/Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Replaced transmission at 49,000 miles in Jan 2008, called dealership no mention of recall. Now at 83,000 miles, transmission is out again! 1.1 million recalled - my VIN # is not on the recall list, even though it is doing the same exact thing Honda issued the recall for. My first Honda will be my last. Customer service from Honda USA is terrible. Buy a Ford!
Mixed feelings
horstradamus, 07/21/2012
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought it used in 2007. Steering wheel controls have started randomly switching themselves, radio went a few months ago, three separate parts of the AC system have also gone, rear wiper stopped working, passenger sliding door auto lock stopped working. Other than that, there have been no problems with the transmission or engine.
A/C Fan motor
Ed K, 05/01/2006
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Since I bought this odyssey I have experienced problems with the fan motor roaring like a bearing going bad. Turns out to be leaves getting into the fan motor. Honda cleaned it out the first time for free. Said not to park near trees (really). The second and third time I had to fight with them to repair with no charge. I wrote Honda and expained that this has to be a design flaw but they obviously do not agree. They refuse to put their answer in writing. This problem happens regularly every three to four months. Since I have owned over 12 new vehicles without this type of problem I strongly feel this is a design problem. I like the new touring 2006 models but I am hesitent to buy.
Extremely Disappointed
disappointed, 10/13/2010
2004 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Our van worked great with no problems until about 76,000 miles. After that it was one thing (some big) after the other. After 10,000 more miles and about $3500, we decided that we had enough. We hoped that this car would last for many years and at least 200,000 miles. It felt like the transmission was going out, similar to other reviews below. After seeing similar vans at the transmission shop, we got rid of it. Since my dad's Accord has over 350,000 miles and our friends and family have similar odysseys, we are extremely disappointed! We would not buy another Odyssey unless we purchased a new one with extended warranties. So much for Honda quality and reliability.
Not Overrated
BonkBonk, 01/30/2009
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I live in Minnesota - it is quite decent even on all-season tires Here is my take: performance/fun-to-drive are both 10 (for minivans). It is more precise than most domestic cars and every other minivan (incl Toyota). Comfort is an 8 due to some stiffness - the price you pay for performance. Fuel economy is a 6 - I get 19, would be nice in the low 20s. Interior design is a 9 - spartan and practical + little to break. Exterior design and build quality both 10s - best looking minivan with great fit/finish. Reliability a 9 - almost perfect.
Oh !Honda forever
Tiny ngo, 01/19/2023
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought a used 04 odyssey at 159k miles. from july-2022 and to January -2023 . I have put like 7k miles on the van. i have driven to Florida for 17 hours straight just stopped for gas and rest room and back with same amount of hours.. Beside that long trip to Florida, I used the van to drive to Kansas, Arkansas, san Antonio, dallas and so on, I mainly use this van for long trips and it has been a very reliable vehicle. Decent mpg, like over 360 miles full tank depent on driving style. Love my van, plan to drive it till I hit 300k.
Air Leak
cncvir, 07/28/2004
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan w/Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have had my minivan for only three weeks and I am taking it for service tommorow with a list of 16 repairs to be done. My luggage rack broke before 500 miles. The air noise most of the time sounds as if there are no doors. I can hear sounds such as other transmissions shifting and birds chirping. My passenger sliding door freezes half way open and will not move by any remote means and must be manually closed before it will work again. My drivers side front door is full of dead bugs that have accumulated from day one. Honda does not have loaner cars but my dealership is giving me one because of my instant disatisfaction with this vehicle.
1st and Last Honda
gwal, 11/04/2009
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan w/Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this van as our family grew and we needed more room and wanted it to be reliable. It was a certified van with 29,000 mi on it. After purchase, I immediately became unsatisfied with the amount of road noise and interior functions malfunctioning. Issues were fixed under certified warranty. At 50,000 mi (current) started to have transmission shuddering even though maintenance schedule has been followed. After 3 trips to the dealer and a call to Honda, they are replacing the transmission under warranty. Don't know how many miles this one will last, but hopefully until I can trade it. Van depreciated horribly and will probably have to keep it another 2 years to break even on trade.
2 Years in -- Very Happy
Mad Hungarian, 12/01/2008
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We bought the Odyssey used with only 13k miles. Now it has about 38k miles and it has been highly reliable and very comfortable. Very good gas mileage for a V6 van. (Glad we did not buy an SUV.) The Odyssey has more room and easily handles whatever winter weather we get in PA. Rear storage is a "well" that the third seat folds into. The V6 is powerful and transmission smooth. The traction control worked perfectly when needed on an icy hill.
As expected
Kevin, 07/14/2008
2004 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car is a horse. No problems to speak of. Battery might need replacing by winter. Rides smooth and quiet and has plenty of power. Tons of room and everything is laid out properly. Excellent ergonomics from front to back. Too bad no LX RES package offered anymore.
Dependable and comfortable
Giriarao, 06/25/2018
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan w/Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Has been a very dependable Van for 14 years. Love it
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A great vehicle
Robert, 05/14/2010
2004 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We've owned ours since purchasing it used with just over 7K. It now has just over 44k and we've had no issues with it. I had the 40K maintenance done and that included new transmission fluid. You can't expect a transmission to last a long time without changing the fluid! I like the 4 wheel disc brakes and power.
2004 Honda Odyssey transmission-beware
71chall340, 03/26/2009
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The vehicle is one of the best driving vans I have owned. The van has been reliable (other than rear vent window motors) for 85,000 mi. until my transmission had to be replaced. I previously serviced my transmission at the dealer ship with fluid changes. I was lucky to have purchased an extended 5 yr/100,000mi warranty. The early 2004 model year had a recall for this same problem in which my car didn't fall under. I feel Honda should compensate those out of warranty because this problem goes beyond the recall time period.
Last honda van
joe, 10/02/2010
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Replaced transmission at 44,000. Replaced mechanism for steering wheel controls. Having problems with side passenger door not locking at 49,000. Today driving home from park with kids side passenger door window drops off track. Need to replace. Not happy with this. Seems as you pay it off starts falling apart. Also replaced motor mounts at 35,000.
I love it, but the gas mileage is awful
burrman, 01/24/2004
2004 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love this car. My wife drives the minivan and I drive an old honda station wagon. I always look forward to driving the Odyssey! It's both fun and functional. We've had a couple fairly minor reliability problems (door roller and oxy sensor). Good acceleration, handling, cruise control, braking -- you name it. I must say, our gas mileage is terrible. It is not uncommon to get 11 or 12 mpg around town. Highway is good as I get > 20 mpg. Unfortunately, we do mostly city driving.
Honda Disappoints
Elisa N., 06/22/2009
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have owned several models of Honda in my life. I have always equated Honda with quality. Not so any more. My Honda Minivan has been a huge LEMON. The transmission failed me at 60,000 miles and I was almost killed when it happened. I have spent a fortune on this Honda minivan and I wish I had bought a LEXUS or an INFINITI instead. I love the automatic doors but that's about it. Unfortunately HONDA has severely disappointed me with their transmission issues. I am no longer a lover of HONDA. I need to find a new reliable brand of car. SHAME!!!
Will never buy another Honda in my life
biyanka, 04/11/2011
2004 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
11 of 21 people found this review helpful
I have bought this Van and another Toyota auto in the same year, both brand new. I have never been happy with the Van and I had heart burn every time I used that Van. I have rarely used it to reduce my anger and hate towards my Van, and now after more than 6years it has only 25K miles. The rear vent stopped working for years. It makes more noise than a dump trunk, and you feel like you are driving a piece of junk. I will never buy another Honda, and I always advice people not to buy Honda even in their dreams. I will not won one even if I am offered a Honda for free. I do not want constant heart burn.
Bomb-proof the dependability
Corey Lawrence, 05/10/2020
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
What are people talking about that own this van are you kidding me these Vans are awesome you have to take care of the maintenance on any vehicle that you Honda demands that you use their fluid for the transmission if you use any other fluid watch out there could be consequences as the rest of these people are experiencing their mechanics are using the cheapest stuff on the Shelf there lying to them saying that you don't have to settle for Honda's transmission fluid and it just trying to cut corners and tell him I'm a pack of Lies and this is why the transmission failed you know some mechanics or like accountants very dishonest people you really have to scrutinize everything they say and do watch them closely some mechanics and safety as hell these these ratings these people talking about their transmission going out as a result of the Shady mechanic or not taking care of their maintenance at the proper time or he'll not just putting transmission fluid back to its level so please people when you make these reviews put in detail messages and tell people what you didn't do and this is the reason why this happened thank you on the rocks
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fireman2, 07/26/2009
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
2004 was great. The design of the power drivers seat controls is horrible. Every time you get out of the van your left leg pulls on the side seat console, as for now I have no control of the drivers seat. The trans blew at 80,000 cost me over 3,000. Only really good thing -- The paint was peeling off BAD, the dealer had NO ANSWER!!! Called Honda USA In Calif, gave the VIN #, right away the rep stated that my van was manu. in Alabama and the paint jobs were lousy!!! He gave me numbers and letters and told me to call any Honda dealership. REPAINTED -- THE WHOLE VAN -- FREE!!!! Also like other owners--Had to replace motor mounts at 65,000 miles.
Odyssey Excellency
SportGears, 07/24/2009
2004 Honda Odyssey EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this van in 2004 and it's still going strong at 160k miles. No problem whatsoever. We love this car... highly recommended.
Not happy
swedepwr, 09/12/2004
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This mini van is trouble. I had Chrysler vans and the reliability is better than Honda. The service is awful the dealer replaced the transmission twice (recall) after the first replacement a vibration in the steering wheel occured and now 130k miles later they have still not been able to fix the car. They replaced the struts and after that now its eating tires. Honda tells me to replace more parts to my expense. I have spent about 7000 dollars to fix the car and its still not working right.I would stay away from this car if you take long trips.
Substandard Automatic Transmission
BPA, 03/02/2004
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
When I bought this Van, I like most. Also the regular services costs less. But only problem is now and then Engine Check light goes on, even if gas cap is loose. And top of it recently at 39,000 miles Automatic Transmission was required to replaced. Thanks to dealer who help me alot. But if dealer want me pay for this I had no choice, since it was out of warranty. So for this cost of the car, need better warranty.
Honda Quality
Bnin, 09/27/2003
2004 Honda Odyssey EX-L 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We are very happy with our van. We had a mini-van before and it was the most useful car we had ever owned with the plus of driving easily and looking nice. This new car has reinforced that experience in every way and then some. Very luxurious interior and facilities. All the amenities are present and reveled in. This car handles beautifully and, so far, is as reliable as can be wished. Try one, you'll like it.
buy the DODGE grand caravan
momof4kids, 01/24/2004
2004 Honda Odyssey LX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
this vehicle is over rated. It is not mother friendly. It rides more like a truck than a car.