KnownCarProblems2009 Honda Odyssey Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 198 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Honda Odyssey, most often about the body and structure (32% of complaints, typically around 65,000 miles). It is 21st of 27 Odyssey model years by number of complaints and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2009 Honda Odyssey problems
Body and structure
63 complaints · 32%Half of these problems showed up before 65,000 miles. Parts named most often: body.
As I was unloading groceries from the rear of my van, the lift gate suddenly and unexpectedly dropped on me. I was not injured but if I had been a small child or a weak elderly person it could have had tragic results. The same problem occurred when I tried to open the gate a second time while standing safely away from…
First the electric assist on the passenger side sliding door broke. Then it started making a grinding noise and sticking frequently. Finally the sliding door fell off completely damaging the body of the van and the door itself. The vehicle was parked in our driveway when this happened.
Engine
40 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 93,500 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system.
The contact owns a 2009 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the serpentine belt fractured and the engine stalled without warning. The failure occurred on two occasions. The vehicle was towed to the dealer on two occasions. The technician diagnosed on the second occasion that…
While driving on the highway at approximately 70 MPH my wife's 2009 Honda Odyssey began to shake as I stepped on the gas the engine light came on and the vehicle lost engine power and I had to manually steer to the side of the highway.. Upon opening the hood I could smell that something was burning. The vehicle was…
Electrical
20 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 67,000 miles.
Battery went dead at idle with AC on. While starting he engine, a abnormal sound was make by when trying to turn the engine over and the AC freon leaked out, doors would not open. After shut down, the car would not start and doors would not open.
The car's AC system is malfunctioning. The air conditioning will sometimes blow cold air and other times blow warm air when on the lowest temperature setting with the AC on. Also, it will sometimes blow hot air on the driver's side and cold air on the passenger's side. We've taken the vehicle to two different shops…
Brakes
19 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 21,500 miles.
Driving on highway felt strong vibration on the steering wheel when stepping on brakes at 50 MPH. The vibrations is felt stronger at 50 MPH or above. It causing a high vibration on the steering wheel. No crashes at this time. Took vehicle to the dealer because is on warranty, dealer informed defective rotors and…
First time noticed soft brakes then pedal went down almost to the floor which ended up making girding noise. This now has occurred many times over especially going down hill of any grade low or high. I have complained to my local Honda dealer but no action but to say they have heard of others complaints but can't…
Transmission
18 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 42,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
The contact owns a 2009 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle vibrated and jerked abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis but the dealer was unable to duplicate the problem. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure…
I just bought 2009 Odyssey from used car dealer at 37125 miles and on the first day itself I noticed few problems with the van which is still under power train warranty. 1) it makes a noise with little jerk during startup, seems like transmission issue 2) steering wheel gets lots of vibration between the speed of…
Fuel system
8 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 14,000 miles. Parts named most often: storage.
The contact owns a 2009 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the vehicle leaked fuel. The contact had to fill the fuel tank more than usual and the fuel would continue to leak. The failure caused a fuel odor to be present inside the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to…
The contact owns a 2009 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the passenger's side automatic sliding door would lock independently and fail to open. The automatic trunk also could only be opened manually and the fuel cover would not open when activated, forcing the contact to pry it open with a sharp object. The…
Steering
8 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 37,500 miles. Parts named most often: hydraulic power assist.
I just bought 2009 Odyssey from used car dealer at 37125 miles and on the first day itself I noticed few problems with the van which is still under power train warranty. 1) it makes a noise with little jerk during startup, seems like transmission issue 2) steering wheel gets lots of vibration between the speed of…
2009 Honda Odyssey, problem started on monday 04/26/10. Early morning as I was leaving my place for work, I noticed that the brakes were 'soft'; at the first stop sign, it took the brake to stop the van a longer distance than usual, speed is below 20mph. I was still able to drive to work without further incident that…
Air bags
7 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 69,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
The contact owns a 2009 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that right after the ignition was started, the driver side curtain air bag deployed without warning. The vehicle was towed to a dealer who verified the failure but was not able to diagnosed the cause. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who stated…
The contact owned a 2009 Honda Odyssey. While the contact's vehicle was idling at a stop light, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver suffered bodily pain that did not require medical attention. The rear driver's side passenger did not sustain any injuries, but…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2009 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.
Body and structure: support device/strut
Risk: Struts with diminished performance can lead to unexpected closure, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace both power liftgate gas struts free of charge. The safety recall began on march 12, 2012. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Full defect summary
Honda is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 odyssey vehicles, the gas-filled struts that help to raise and support the liftgate of vehicles equipped with a power liftgate system may be prone to early life failures due to a manufacturing flaw. The flaw can result in a leak of the pressurized gas, leading to reduced strut performance.
Brakes: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk: Drivers would not be aware of brake system failure and braking capability would not be possible, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect both front brake hoses and replace with the correct brake hoses free of charge. The recall began on february 12, 2009. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Full defect summary
Honda is recalling 421 my 2009 odyssey vehicles. During assembly, incorrect front brake hoses were installed. The brake hose can contact the caliper bolt and over time a hole may develop which will allow brake fluid to leak. This would eventually result in reduced brake system performance.
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
The investigation found that the liftgate struts were failing prematurely and at an abnormal rate in certain model year (my) 2008 honda odyssey touring and 2009 honda odyssey touring and ex-l model vehicles equipped with power-operated rear liftgates (note: my 2008 odyssey ex-l was not equipped with a power liftgate).unlike vehicles with non-powered (manual) liftgates, the subject vehicle's liftgate can be opened automatically (via the power liftgate motor) even when the struts are in a degraded condition and can no longer support it in the open position.consumers standing or accessing the rear cargo area under the liftgate and expecting the liftgate will stay open, can be struck when the li
Questions about the 2009 Honda Odyssey
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Honda Odyssey?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: body and structure (63 complaints, typically around 65,000 miles); engine (40 complaints, typically around 93,500 miles); electrical (20 complaints, typically around 67,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2009 Honda Odyssey have?
- 3 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 2009 a bad year for the Honda Odyssey?
- It is 21st of 27 Odyssey model years by number of complaints, with 198 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.