KnownCarProblems2005 Honda Odyssey Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 830 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Honda Odyssey, most often about the engine (19% of complaints, typically around 85,000 miles). It is 5th of 27 Odyssey model years by number of complaints and has 8 recalls.
Most common 2005 Honda Odyssey problems
Engine
155 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 85,000 miles. Parts named most often: cooling system, engine, exhaust system.
Ac condenser leak caused by "rock hitting it". Poor design which should have a grill protecting it. Causes freon leak. Dealers now suggesting to install an after market grill after spending $1000 to fix. Clearly a design problem by Honda.
The contact owns a 2005 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the rear engine mounts would fail intermittently at steady cruising speeds, hard accelerations and when the cruise control was activated. When depressing the accelerator pedal the failure would correct itself. The contact was driving 30 MPH when the…
Body and structure
138 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 82,000 miles. Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
At highway speed, we noticed a thunk sound coming from the rear of the car. When we stopped, we noticed that the rear spoiler of our 2005 Honda Odyssey had come off. There were no injuries, the danger is the piece of the car flying through the air in the highway. The part is the size of a 2x4, it was located at the…
I have 2005 Honda Odyssey ex-l (3.5l 6cyl 5a) and a problem as follows; nature of defect: hatchback liftgate hydraulic shock is not working. I am planning to repair shortly. Part number 74820-shj-a01 stay,tai please advice. Thanks.
Transmission
106 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 85,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, axle assembly, driveline.
At around 85,000 miles our 2005 Odyssey started exhibiting a transmission shudder in the 30-40 MPH range. I talked with the dealer about it, and they mentioned it would require the torque converter being replaced. However, they offered a much cheaper possible fix to the problem of replacing all the transmission fluid…
The contact owns a 2005 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that when he attempted to accelerate to speeds of 20 to 40 MPH, the vehicle would shutter. While driving at higher speeds, the shuttering would stop. The dealer stated that the torque converter and rear engine mounts needed to be replaced. The manufacturer…
Steering
99 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 52,500 miles. Parts named most often: hydraulic power assist, hydraulic power assist system, column, steering wheel/handle bar.
Steering of Honda Odyssey (2005 exl)becomes very stiff and makes it very hard to maneuver specially at slow speed and after having driven it for a while. Started happening after 40,000 miles just out of warranty and has progressively become stiffer and stiffer. I am worried that it can lead to accidents as it worsen…
My 2005 Honda Odyssey has had the buzzing,humming sound on two different occasions. The first time it occurred while under warranty and was taken care of by the dealer. The second time the car had 52000 miles on it and the dealer contacted Honda to see if they would cover it. They would not but allowed me a 50%…
Air bags
90 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 109,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal, side/window.
Our vehicle has a safety recall for the problem we have with our vehicle (NHTSA recall # 05v-344) but our VIN is not included. Since the exact problem we have is part of a recall the make/model/year of our vehicle, we are questioning why our VIN is not included, and questioning whether the recall should be expanded to…
On june 15, 2015 my 2005 Honda Odyssey airbag system light came on and stayed until now, I was scared due to airbag might blown out or causing any trouble while vehicle in use or worst something happen. I took my vehicle to Honda dealer on june 16, and I was told no recalls. They did some diagnose and I was told it…
Brakes
76 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 25,000 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components, antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, power assist, driveline.
2005 Honda Odyssey touring has soft brakes at low mileage and rotors had to be replaced at 25,000 miles since they were rusted out, even though brakes had been serviced by Honda at all prescribed service intervals. Honda replaced all 4 rotors and pads at my cost, claiming that this wear was not abnormal and would not…
At least several times my wife and I have been scared with the performance of my brakes on Honda Odyssey 2005. There is no recall, so nothing I can do. When going down the hill and stopping at the stop sign (pushing the brake pedal), brakes seem to grab at first and then let go for about a second for some unknown…
Electrical
54 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 108,000 miles. Parts named most often: wiring, horn, 12v/24v/48v battery.
The vehicle engine is shutting off with no warning. There have been approximately 6 instances of the vehicle being operated and then the engine will cut off. The first incident occurred in a parking lot when in reverse. There have been 3 incidents at low speed, while making turns, and 2 incidents while traveling at…
Headsets won't work at all only static sound . I heard is a common problem but Honda doesn't admit it nor fix it for free . I think Honda should recall this problem.
Other or unspecified
44 complaints · 5%Half of these problems showed up before 127,500 miles.
The passenger side sliding door wouldn't close after 25 minutes of trying and finally getting it closed I headed home. Only to be driving down the road and I can hear something like the window is down yet it's not. All the windows where closed and the AC was on. Then I saw the door ajar light is on for that door. The…
The contact owns a 2005 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the torque converter clutch seized and as a result, the transmission needed to be…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2005 Honda Odyssey recalls
Fuel system: fuel pump
Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Parts to permanently repair the affected vehicles are not currently available. Honda will notify owners with an interim letter during may 2014. A second notice was mailed to owners october 6, 2014 when the remedy became available. Any vehicles that are currently leaking from the fuel pump cover will get a replacement, original cover. All vehicles, including those receiving the interim repair, will get an improved cover when they are available. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009. The recall numbers associated with this campaign are jd9 (inspection and/or preliminary part replacement) an
Full defect summary
American honda motor co., inc. (honda) is recalling certain 2005-2010 honda odyssey vehicles manufactured june 23, 2004, through september 4, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump strainer cover may deteriorate allowing fuel to leak out.
Brakes: master cylinder
Risk: A leak of brake fluid could lead to a change in brake pedal feel and overtime a degradation in braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder seal free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during december 2010. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Full defect summary
Honda is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 odyssey and acura rl vehicles. Brake fluid containing polymers is used that acts as a lubricant for certain brake system components. If replacement brake fluid is used that does not contain such polymers, or that contains only small amounts, a part of the rubber seal located at the rear of the brake master cylinder may become dry, and the seal may curl during movement of the piston. If this occurs, a small amount of brake fluid could slowly leak from the seal into the brake booster.
Body and structure: support device/strut
Risk: Injury may result from a power liftgate closing unexpectedly when a person is within the closing path of the liftgate.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the gas liftgate struts and replace if within the recall population. This service will be performed free of charge. The campaign began on march 26, 2010. Owners may contact honda automobile customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Full defect summary
Honda is recalling certain model year 2005 odyssey touring vehicles equipped with power operated rear liftgate. The power liftgate gas struts may deteriorate unexpectedly early. Struts that have worn out prematurely may fail to hold the power liftgate in the fully open position, causing the power liftgate to close unexpectedly.
Fuel system: fuel pump
Risk: If the fuel pump loses power while driving, the engine could stall without warning, and a crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump relay free of charge. The recall began on april 2, 2007. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Full defect summary
On certain vehicles, a coil wire inside the fuel pump relay may break, causing the fuel pump to lose power. If the fuel pump becomes inoperative, the engine may not start.
Air bags: sensor/control module-inactive
Risk: Front impact sensor failure could cause a delay in, or loss of, frontal air bag deployment, which can increase the risk of injury in a frontal crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front impact sensors. The recall began on august 30, 2005. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Full defect summary
The frontal air bag system has two external impact sensors. On certain mini vans,some sensors were insufficiently sealed during manufacturing. If water enters a sensor, corrosion can occur. Corroded sensors could short circuit internally. If sensors fail, the SRS warning lamp on the instrument panel will turn on and remain illuminated.
Electrical: fuses and circuit breakers
Risk: If the fuel pump loses power while driving the engine could stall without warning which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the entire fuse box free of charge. The recall began on april 13, 2005. Owners may contact honda at 800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
Full defect summary
On certain passenger vehicles, a loose terminal in the main fuse box may cause the fuel pump to lose power. If the fuel pump becomes inoperative, the engine may not start.
Steering: column
Risk: Loss of steering control can cause a vehicle crash without prior notice.
Fix: Owners were notified by telephone on january 25, 2005, and arrangements were made to have their vehicles towed to their dealers and have the repairs performed. The recall began on january 25, 2005.
Full defect summary
On certain minivans and sport utility vehicles, the steering column may be incorrectly assembled, which could result in a loss of steering control.
Brakes: wheel speed sensor
Risk: The driver could experience a loss of brake force and a crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear wheel speed sensors. If an incorrect gap is detected, the sensor will be removed and the knuckle checked for cross threading damage. If damage is found, the knuckle will be replaced. If no damage is found, the sensor will be reinstalled correctly. The recall began on november 12, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Full defect summary
On certain minivans, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) uses a sensor on each wheel to detect wheel speed. Some sensors on the rear wheels were installed incorrectly, which means the sensor may report the wrong wheel speed to the ABS control unit.
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
Stabilus rear liftgate struts failing
Summary
Please see the attached closing resume summary.it has been attached to this document as a pdf.
Unexpected closing of power liftgate
Summary
Honda will replace the liftgate struts in approximately 21,776 model year 2005 honda odyssey touring vehicles equipped with power liftgates that were built before a manufacturing change of the liftgate strut assembly on july 16, 2005 (NHTSA recall no. 10v-055).vehicles built after the change experience significantly lower failure rates.the recall will inform consumers of the dangers of the existing struts and provide the opportunity for vehicle owners to obtain new struts that are more robust.based on honda's action, the agency has decided to close the investigation.while honda has not made a decision that the recalled vehicles contain a safety-related defect, in view of the recall, further
Unexpected closing of power liftgate
Summary
The liftgate gas struts for the subject vehicles may have damaged gas seals that allow the liftgate to close unexpectedly.at the completion of a power-open command, the power liftgate may either close without power actuation (I.e., descend unassisted under the force of gravity) or automatically power-close without input from the operator.some owners are caught unaware of the unintended closing of the liftgate while under the rear liftgate door.there have been ten reported injuries related to the alleged problem on the subject vehicles.this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea08-015).
Questions about the 2005 Honda Odyssey
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Honda Odyssey?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (155 complaints, typically around 85,000 miles); body and structure (138 complaints, typically around 82,000 miles); transmission (106 complaints, typically around 85,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2005 Honda Odyssey have?
- 8 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from March 14, 2014 (fuel system). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2005 a bad year for the Honda Odyssey?
- It is 5th of 27 Odyssey model years by number of complaints, with 830 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.