![]() ![]() Already had to have the bearings replaced on one of the back tires. The steering column has a continuous pop whether driving or turning or turning the wheel while sitting still, still have yet to get it diagnosed or fixed. A week later the transmission began failing and had to force the dealership to replace it under warranty. After the first week or two we were notified a recall and had to take it back in to get it repaired. I'm just going to list the issues we've had with this car instead of explain all of the instances of failure because that would require more time than I have. We purchased this car used at 46K miles in 2012 with after market warranty and Car Fax clean record. Clearly mechanically these are built to last, they sold a lot of them and I bet almost all of them are still on the road. I've noticed a huge number of these Honda vans on the road since getting one as a second car. Some water issues, both rear tail lights filled with water some seal somewhere must be bad somewhere so I drained them, and the driver A-pillar was dripping a tiny amount of water in a recent storm - odd. The electronic nannies are aggressive, the slightest wheel spin, wet road, gust of wind and she lights up and all the "stop having any fun" electronic controls kick in to keep me from anything but slow and steady and straight ahead - oh well. No mechanical problems at all this thing is a tank, brakes have a little flutter but I consider those consumables, not mechanical. Can't fault it for doing exactly as it was designed to do.Ħ Month Update!! Have put 5000 miles on the van, now at 108K, oil life is at 40%, averages a solid reliable 300 miles per tank and 20mpg. It handles like a wet sponge, but hey, it's a van. So far it's doing exactly what I'm asking it to do, so I'm pleased. I got this to soak up some long distance travel miles to keep them off of my twin turbo Porsche Macan S while lugging kids and stuff long distance. Still a smooth ride and the interior and exterior show the quality of the vehicle in that everything has held up well. Now in 2021 the Odyssey has 78,000 miles on it, has just returned from a 1,000 mile trip with five people and all their gear - on a number of paved roads - some good and some bad - with no problems other than collecting bugs on the windshield. No doubt the Odyssey is in better shape than I am. Besides tires that brings us to repair and replacement items of one tail light and three sets of wipers - in 10 years and 74,000 miles. At oil changes our dealer's shop provides us with a check list and last time the wipers needed replacement. Ride is still comfortable with none of the squeaking, groaning, rattling old age noises of 10 year old vehicles. The Odyssey nears 80,000 miles, we've done the timing belt and other goodies according to recommendations, have new tires on it and this is still the long trip go-to vehicle. This will be the 4th new Honda and we are still so pleased with this make and the models. In 2020 we have a new CR-V in our garage to keep our Odyssey company. I'm still impressed with the Honda resale value and that's made buying the Odyssey a wise investment. Now, in 2017, at a little over 64,000 miles the vehicle still handles well (except for the stupid brakes), rides well, looks good and I can't see why we need to replace it. So, we do like our Odyssey because it's been a great "buy" and a vehicle that lives up to its reputation. With a Honda reliability is mandatory because dealerships are generally located in cities and often cities are few and far between. The problems I have with this vehicle have to do with braking (although there's never been a loss of braking there's a softer pedal than I like) and when you do longer road trips across the prairies you have to be aware you're not driving a Ford, for example, with a Ford dealer and shop in almost every town. Vehicle's outside appearance is still very good, interior shows little wear, engine still sounds and feels sound, transmission doesn't whine, gas mileage still ranges around 20 to 24 mpg (on the road), handling hasn't loosened up to any significant degree and resale value is excellent. At five years and 56,000 miles we find our Odyssey hasn't aged as much as I have, thank goodness. ![]()
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