KnownCarProblems2000 Honda Odyssey Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 675 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Honda Odyssey, most often about the transmission (34% of complaints, typically around 107,000 miles). It is 8th of 27 Odyssey model years by number of complaints and has 6 recalls.
Most common 2000 Honda Odyssey problems
Transmission
228 complaints · 34%Half of these problems showed up before 107,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, manual transmission, axle assembly.
Numerous transmission failures requiring multiple replacements. The last one was less than 20000 miles, and it was discovered the latest failure would have been prevented had Honda notified transmission repair facilities to also replace a control module.
While traveling for work in my Honda Odyssey (2000) , my tcs light came on and I experienced "bucking" as I accelerated from 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd gear. The engine would also rev. My check engine light was already on from a previous problem that Honda has not resolved for 2 years. I brought my Odyssey into the…
Body and structure
119 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 71,500 miles. Parts named most often: body.
I am owner of Honda Odyssey 2000. I have had problems with sliding doors on this vehicle from early on. After the warranty expired, I have had multiple failures on these doors and they have cost me hundreds of dollars. Dealer charged me $500 to fix these doors in my recent incidence. These repair charges are a highway…
Driver's side automatic door opened on its own while the vehicle was being driven. Dealer made the correction. Currently, the doors jam by either opening or closing halfway consumer had to force the door by hand.
Doors and locks
105 complaints · 16%Half of these problems showed up before 74,000 miles. Parts named most often: doors, hatchback/liftgate, trunk lid.
Consumer complained about driver side automatic sliding door not latching properly. A recall was issued on make, model , and year. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.
I have a 2000 Honda Odyssey. Two weeks ago, my sliding door sensor went off for no reason. The doors were closed but when the vehicle was placed into drive the alarm in the car would sound as if one of the doors was open. I checked the doors and after a couple of times of opening and closing them, the alarm did not…
Suspension
42 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 100,500 miles. Parts named most often: front, multiple axle, rear.
1. Cold weather or none 2. Driver side front strut spring broke traveling down the strut and wrapping through the ABS line (no line damage, but potential ABS line failure present) pressing against the tire (resulting in a burned rubber smell and potential tire failure). 3. Front spring replaced, bearing replaced…
2000 Honda Odyssey with ~103k miles. Normal wear and tear. Broken right front spring. Could have caused serious injury if spring would cut tire at highway speeds. Will be replacing next week.
Electrical
38 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 108,500 miles. Parts named most often: ignition, 12v/24v/48v battery, wiring, instrument cluster/panel.
The contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while traveling at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The battery was replaced twice to correct the failure but the failure was recurring. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and an independent mechanic but the failure was unable to be…
Tl contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the instrument panel lights fail to illuminate and the gauges are not visible at night. The dealer stated that her VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 109,000.
Engine
38 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 98,500 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system, engine.
Front motor mount broken and side mount worn. Both need replacing. Reading blogs and finding this is a very common problem on hondas, which Honda refuses to take any responsibility for.
Tl contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. The vehicle made a noise when accelerating and the check engine light illuminated. The mechanic stated that the vehicle needed an EGR replacement kit. The dealer would not replace free of charge. The failure mileage was 99,000 and the current mileage was 105,000.
Air bags
24 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 135,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
2000 Honda Odyssey ex. On 5/25/09 I was rear ended by a vehicle going approximately 125mph; I was traveling 45 MPH. Once hit, I had no control of the car, it jumped the curb, went into the woods while still moving. The front of my van then hit a tree. There was substantial front end damage. None of the air bags…
I was driving on a rural 2-lane road when my mini-van started to slid across the road due to an ice/snow covering. My van slid across the lane and slammed head-on into a large tree. The entire front-end of the van was destroyed, but my air-bags never deployed. Both the police officer and tow-truck driver were dismayed…
Brakes
23 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 45,000 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components, antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, power assist.
Dt: the caller said the passenger side sliding door opens without warning. It happens when driving. The indicator light comes on , and the alarm goes off. The caller says the door does not open all the way. Had it to the dealer 10 times for this problem. Dealer said it was dirty connections and did not do anything to…
Rear bucket seat buckle unbolted from its structure without any impact or force being applied. There were problems with the temperature control knob. (the entire heat A/C control panel was replaced), the front brake pads had to be replaced and the rotors had to be cut, the check engine light had come on, and gasoline…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2000 Honda Odyssey recalls
Air bags: inflator module
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bags in the vehicles, replacing the driver frontal air bag inflator with an inflator of a different design, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began october 1, 2020. Owners may contact american honda's customer support & campaign center at 1-888-234-2138.
Full defect summary
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 acura 3.2cl, 2000-2003 acura 3.5rl, 2000-2001 acura 3.2tl, honda cr-v and honda odyssey, 2001-2002 acura mdx and 2000 accord coupe, accord sedan, civic coupe, and civic sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part of a vehicle repair. Due to a manufacturing issue, the replacement nadi inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Air bags: inflator module
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began october 1, 2020. Owners may contact american honda's customer support & campaign center at 1-888-234-2138 or isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727.
Full defect summary
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 1998 acura 2.2cl, 1998-1999 acura 2.3cl, 1998-1999 acura 3.0cl, 2001 acura 3.2cl and acura mdx, 1998-2000 honda accord coupe, accord sedan, civic sedan, odyssey and acura 3.5rl, 1999-2000 acura 3.2tl, 1996-2000 civic coupe, 1997-2000 cr-v, 1997-1998 EV plus, and 1998-1999 isuzu oasis vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with non-azide driver air bag inflators (nadi) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the nadi inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Lights: interior lighting
Risk: At night, the driver would not be able to see instrument panel gauges and displays.
Fix: Dealers will replace the multiplex unit.
Full defect summary
Vehicle description: mini vans. The dimmer control for the instrument panel lights can fail.
Doors and locks: latch
Risk: An improperly latched door could open unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion. Under certain circumstances, a door could open completely. An unrestrained rear seat passenger could fall out of an open door of a moving vehicle and be seriously injured or killed.
Fix: Dealers will replace the door latch assembly on all odyssey minvans built from december 3, 1999 through december 16, 1999. Also included in this recall are approximately 1,612 odyssey minivans that had the latches replaced under recall 99v-158 or under warranty, that may need to have the latches replaced again. Owners of these vehicles will be notified by honda to bring the vehicle to their honda dealer for inspection of the previously replaced latch assembly. Latches with the suspect date code will be replaced.
Full defect summary
Vehicle description: minivan. The sliding doors may not latch properly.
Electrical: front underhood
Risk: If a fuse blows, engine power, or operation of any or all electrical components, can be lost, including lights, windshield wipers, horn, and the anti-lock function of the brakes. A sudden loss of power or lighting, or a failure of the windshield wipers or anti-lock brake feature in bad weather, could result.
Fix: Dealers will install a protective covering over the wire harness and metal pipe to prevent this problem. If any wires are damaged, the dealer will make the necessary repairs, and then install the protective covering.
Full defect summary
Vehicle description: mini vans. A wire harness, located within the engine compartment, could be damaged by contact with a metal pipe, possibly resulting in a blown fuse.
Body and structure: frame and members
Risk: The missing welds might affect the occupant protection performance in a collision.
Fix: Dealers inspected all the vehicles and they were found to be properly welded.
Full defect summary
Vehicle description: minivans. The front body/frame is missing spot welds.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Front coil spring fracture
Summary
The population of 116,000 vehicles is an estimate based on american honda motor company (ahm) data identifying original state of sale or delivery.the subject vehicles (sv) utilize light weight coil springs manufactured from high strength steel (hss).if the coating material of a hss spring is breached, corrosive elements (salt) may attack the spring.spring corrosion results in a stress riser and may cause a fracture.depending on the location where the spring breaks, the jagged edge may pierce the tire; a rapid deflation of the tire may occur and can result in a loss of control or crash.sv spring failure mechanics and tire contact likelihood are discussed in an ahm presentation to odi dated ap
Upexpected opening of sliding door
Summary
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Questions about the 2000 Honda Odyssey
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 Honda Odyssey?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: transmission (228 complaints, typically around 107,000 miles); body and structure (119 complaints, typically around 71,500 miles); doors and locks (105 complaints, typically around 74,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2000 Honda Odyssey have?
- 6 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from January 17, 2020 (air bags). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2000 a bad year for the Honda Odyssey?
- It is 8th of 27 Odyssey model years by number of complaints, with 675 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.