Honda Odyssey Complaints (2013)

210 consumer complaints on file.

#11634622January 7, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
We have taken our 2013 Honda Odyssey several times to the shop because the brakes don’t feel safe. They seem to work fine but the brakes pedal is spongy. Keeping the brake pedal slightly pressed with the engine running, the pedal continues to sink almost to the floor. So far we have spent over $1000 for a new brake booster, new master cylinder, brake fluid flush and brake bleeding. The shop bled the brakes several times, manual and computer bleeding but the brakes are still spongy.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11625966November 18, 2024
ENGINE
July 2022 - 6 spark plugs, 3 rear ignition coils, gasket set new/fixed (lots of various smaller fixes between these times) August 2023 - Check Emissions Light came on - replaced and switched the VV timing oil press switch and that quick fix had the light go away (lots of various smaller fixes between these times, including the alternator - battery already replaced) November 2024 - Check Emissions Light came on - cylinder 2 is dead and 1 & 3 are misfiring. Need new cylinders and spark plugs, etc. Honda should do something about this as this is a common issue with these years of Odyssey vans.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11624961November 13, 2024
ENGINE
While driving vehicle check engine light illuminates from time to time and there is a stall in the engine. Also the VSA warning light comes on and goes off with engine light.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11621989October 25, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2013 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that when the check engine warning light illuminated, the code indicated a possible emissions failure. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle hesitated. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently. The dealer was made aware of the issue and the contact was informed that his vehicle was not under recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was 165,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11612779September 5, 2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE
See attached document for complaint.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11612012September 1, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Body Paint is sticky... Its not smooth like normal paint. The car ran just 72000 miles. Please help me.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611667August 29, 2024
AIR BAGS, POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
There are several recalls associated with this vehicle It is NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 23V-858 MFR CAMPAIGN ID: KIZ CAMPAIGN DESCRIPTION: 2013 Odyssey Fuel Pump Module Set/Assy Exp 2 12/28/2023 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 17V-725 MFR CAMPAIGN ID: POQ CAMPAIGN DESCRIPTION: 2nd Row Outer Seat Striker Bracket (Seat Tipping) RECALL DATE: 11/17/2017 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 16V-933 MFR CAMPAIGN ID: KD5 CAMPAIGN DESCRIPTION: 2nd Row Walk-In Function Inop RECALL DATE: 12/20/2016 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 13V-143 MFR CAMPAIGN ID: 597 CAMPAIGN DESCRIPTION: A/T SHIFT LEVER RECALL DATE: 04/12/2013 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 13V-016 MFR CAMPAIGN ID: S75 CAMPAIGN DESCRIPTION: DRIVER'S AIRBAG MISSING RIVETS RECALL DATE: 01/18/2013 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 13V-016 MFR CAMPAIGN ID: S75 CAMPAIGN DESCRIPTION: DRIVER'S AIRBAG MISSING RIVETS RECALL DATE: 01/18/2013 Current issue at hand : NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 13V-382 MFR CAMPAIGN ID: JB4 CAMPAIGN DESCRIPTION: INSUFFICIENT PISTON HARDNESS RECALL DATE: 08/26/2013
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11609773August 20, 2024
Carry Handle, Shell, Base, Other/I am not sure
The headrest failed and collapsed in a 60mph side impact collision. Causing the 8 year old child in the seat to have her shoulder injured. Contacted Diono waiting on a response back. Pictures attached show 2 identical seats at the same proper height. Upon impact you can see the child on the impact side has the headrest collapse and come crashing down on her shoulder. She was evaluated by paramedics on sight.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
3
Deaths:
0
#11609827August 20, 2024
CHILD SEAT
The contact owns a Diono car seat, Model Type: Cambria 2, Model Number: 31242 NA 01, Manufactured Date: January 9, 2024. The car seat was installed in a 2013 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the contact noticed an object in the middle of the road. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a cement wall. The contact stated that the side curtain air bag deployed as designed but caused the headrest of the car seat to collapse onto the forearm of the child seated in the car seat. Medical attention was provided, and the child was taken to the local emergency room. The child suffered an arm injury. A Police report was filed; however, the Police report number was not provided to the contact. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact stated that the cause of the failure was not yet determined; however, the car seat manufacturer had opened a case. The car seat was not replaced. The vehicle failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11609143August 17, 2024
ENGINE
Engine backfired and failed at 125000 going 60 mph on major highway. Mechanic found the problem to be with the pistons, rings, oil and the vehicle's continues system to reduce miles per gallon of gas system. He replaced rings and pistons. The problems were identical to the service bulletin 1301 put out by Honda in 2015 yet this vin was not included. From Bulletin 1301 "Warranty Extension: MIL Comes On With DTCs P0301 Through P0304 (Supersedes 13-081, dated December 20, 2013, to revise the information marked by the black bars) REVISION SUMMARY Under DIAGNOSIS, VIN information was added to indicate which vehicles need software updates. BACKGROUND American Honda is announcing a powertrain warranty extension as a result of a settlement of a class action captioned, [XXX] v. American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Case No. [XXX] (N.D. Cal.). The piston rings on certain cylinders may rotate and align which can lead to spark plug fouling. This can set DTCs P0301 through P0304 and cause the MIL to come on. American Honda is extending the powertrain warranty to cover repairs related to engine misfire (that triggers DTCs P0301 through P0304) to 8 years with unlimited mileage from the original date of purchase and has settled a class action based on this remedial measure. This warranty extension does not apply to any vehicle that has ever been declared a total loss or sold for salvage by a financial institution or insurer, or has a branded or similar title under any state’s law. CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION Owners of affected vehicles were sent a class action settlement notice regarding this warranty extension starting in October 2013.Before doing work on a vehicle, verify its eligibility by doing an iN VIN status inquiry. Refer customers seeking information about settlement benefits to www.enginemisfiresettlement.com, or instruct them to call 888-888-3082. CORRECTIVE ACTION Inspect the vehicle and, if necessary, clean the pistons, and replace the piston rings ... INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11605284July 29, 2024
ENGINE
The vehicle stalled continuously after a slight noise and speed dropped to 20-30 mph while driving on a freeway in Arizona at around 9 pm in the night. We had to pull to the side of the road and once I parked and turned off the engine, the vehicle would not turn on again. All lights -check engine, were on. Once it was towed to the independent service center, it was diagnosed as engine failure with two pistons burnt out and had to get that replaced. After researching , I see a recall for certain 2013 honda odyssey for engine pistons issue , (Link - [XXX] .) where it may not have been properly hardened during a heat treatment process. This engine issue caused a great safety risk in the middle of freeway, thankfully the traffic was light since it was late-night. We were 6 members in the car including kids and we were stranded by the side of the road until 11 pm until tow truck or other ride arrangements could be made. We spent approx $5000 for repairs , $1000 for towing and $500 for rentals. I can provide the receipts on request. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11604752July 26, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2013 Honda Odyssey. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11597538June 28, 2024
ENGINE
Engine misfire causing vehicle loss of speed. This vehicle problem was recalled per Soto et al. v. American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Case No. 3:12-cv-1377-SI (N.D. Cal.). However, it was limited to 8 years after purchase. I feel this recall should be covered longer as my vehicle has only 125K miles and requires engine rebuild costing approximately $3000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11596952June 26, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY
Paint is failing on roof as notated in service bulletin 19-057.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11585241April 25, 2024
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2013 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the piston rings needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11570759February 8, 2024
AIR BAGS
I was in a motor vehicle accident, and when the airbags deployed. A woman, who leaned into the passenger side of my vehicle to see if I was hurt, said she could smell something burning and saw the sleeve of sweatshirt jacket on fire. Had she not checked on me, the sleeve of my sweatshirt may have burned all the way up my arm. As I only have use of the arm that caught fire The vehicle is at a body shop, waiting for insurance issues to be worked out. I’d never had an opportunity/reason for the airbags to ever be looked at.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11566104January 17, 2024
ENGINE, STRUCTURE:BODY
Honda Odessey 2013Driving down a highway at 55mph when we heard a loud backfire. Engine light came on, car shook violently. We immediately pulled into a gas station where a mechanic was present. Mechanic scanned for codes and codes p0302 and P0303 came up. The cylinders had rotated and aligned fouling the spark plugs. and damaging the coil. Had we continued to drive we would have ruined the engine. He changed the coil and spark plugs but noted that the oil consumption was extremely high since last change due to the VCM issue. The Honda Service Bulletin 13-081 revealed the VCM system poses risk of ruining the engine. When I returned home, I inquired what could be done to fix it. The local dealership said purchase a new engine and spark plugs. The warranty fix for this ended in 2021 and I did not buy the car until 2022. The same faulty system has been on the Odessey since 2011 and continues to be installed as of this date 2024. This issue along with the peeling paint coming off in large sheets from the roof and rear door make this car a complete failure and safety hazard.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11563124January 2, 2024
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2013 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and was jerking. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic and was diagnosed, but not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V382000 (Engine). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 144,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11538330August 14, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shuddering with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin: 13-081 (MIL Comes On with DTCs P0301 thru P0304); however, the vehicle was not covered by the TSB. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 175,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11532122July 13, 2023
ENGINE
Driving down the road at 45mph when suddenly in heavy traffic my 2013 Honda Odyssey's check engine light begins flashing and the vehicle begins to shudder. I was unable to accelerate to the speed limit and had to pull the vehicle over. Had to have the vehicle towed to the Honda dealership where they confirmed the check engine light illuminated due to codes p0301, p0302, p0303, and p0304. I was told that the spark plugs are being fouled with oil. I experienced this same issue in March of 2022 and had to have half of the engine rebuilt by honda. I was told that would correct problem but a little over a year later the same issue is occurring and I've now been quoted $12000 to replace the short block. At no point did any warning lights or messages illuminate to portray any issue with the vehicle. This car should be deemed a lemon as this issue is occurring at only 150,000 miles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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