1998 Honda Odyssey LX review from North America
"I'd think long and hard before buying again"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The side doors stick constantly, resulting in 2 broken handles, not under warranty. Drivers door handle broke.
Clock light burnt out.
Transmission completely failed at 107,000. While driving 40 mph, no accident occured. After many phone calls to Honda of America they agreed to pay for parts, I paid for labor, $800. I now have a 35,000 mile warranty on replacement transmission. I have been assured that the replacement is free of defects. This was prior to Honda notifying owners of the 100,000 mile warranty extension. This happened to me in September 2003.
The check engine light comes on frequently. I now have codes that reflect catalytic converter problems. I called Honda dealership and was told that it's an 80,000 mile warranty.
General comments?
When I bought the vehicle new, just after a few weeks of driving, vehicle had difficulty starting. Trips to the dealership and was being told "you're using the wrong gas" Regular Unleaded. Then told wrong gas stations. Finally upon demand, and an independent car repair shop, vehicle diagnosed with faulty fuel pump. Replaced at no cost.
Had an outstanding vehicle for a couple of years until transmission problem last year.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
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| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 39 miles |
| Most recent distance | 115000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Maxima |
| Date of Entry | 28th March, 2004 |