Ten problems related to automatic transmission torque converter have been reported for the 2000 Honda Odyssey. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Honda Odyssey based on all problems reported for the 2000 Odyssey.
Transmission failure after only 60,000 miles. The transmission slips into neutral when upshifting between gears and then suddenly engages with a dangerous surge forward. I am the original owner of the vehicle and there were no previous problems with the transmission. The condition persisted for two days and required a complete transmission overhaul with a new torque converter. Research shows that transmission failure is all too common in Honda Odyssey vans.
While returning from a long distance trip, "check engine" and "maintenance required" lights came on. Stopped as soon as possible for diagnosis - advised torque converter was bad and not drive vehicle any further. Vehicle had to be towed 260 miles to personal mechanic, who diagnosed the transmission needed replacement. This was confirmed by a reputable transmission shop. Vehicle has always had its regular and scheduled maintenance, as per owner's manual. A notice was received a few years ago, the transmission warranty was extended to cover 7 years from date of purchase or 100,000. The vehicle is ten years old and has just turned 100, 965 miles.
The contact owns a 2000 Honda Odyssey. While driving 25 mph, the vehicle began to jerk violently when changing gears. The check engine light was also illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that the torque converter and the solenoid switch failed and would need replacing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure who confirmed that there were no recalls for the failure and offered no further assistance. The failure mileage was 90,000 and the failure mileage was 121,000.
Auto transmission lagging or rough; otherwise, only p0740 torque converter clutch circuit malfunction obd indication. Dealer replaced transmission for $2000. Vehicle, 2000 Honda Odyssey ex , has only 88,700 mi.
Purchased used 2000 Honda Odyssey from Honda dealership (366 ml). Took great care of vehicle, at 80,309 ml transmission needed replacing. Researched issue found that for the 2000 Honda Odysseys, Honda acknowledged a manufacturer's defect with the transmissions used. My vehicle was of canadian origin however it was nonetheless affected by this particular flawed transmission as verified by my VIN. In response to an acknowledged defective transmission used in the 2000 Honda Odysseys Honda responds by extending warranties to 7yr/100,000 miles. However because my vehicle is a canadian model Odyssey it doesn't matter to american Honda that is was affected by the faulty transmission they will not honor any service to correct their acknowledged manufacturer's defect. The vehicle is registered/used in the us so Honda of canada will not honor any service to correct the problem. There are numerous consumers in my same position- an acknowledged manufacturer defect specific to our 2000 Honda Odysseys yet for corporate reasons Honda refuses to be accountable to us for something they have already taken responsibility for and have selectively provided remedy to correct. Not extending the same recourse as was provided to all other 2000 Honda Odyssey owners in both canada and America has excluded a population of owners that are nonetheless affected. For Honda to provide remedy to select 2000 Honda Odyssey owners and refuse remedy to a certain class of individuals is extremely irresponsible. This specific transmission defect is clearly a manufacturer/safety issue in that a defective transmission can severely impede the performance of a vehicle. Honda has acknowledged the defect yet selectively provided certain vehicle owners recourse but failed to provide all. These defective vehicles abandoned by Honda create safety concerns not only for the vehicle driver but also to anyone on the road with them. Honda needs to take responsibility for all affected vehicles.
Replaced solenoids in trans at 62000k then a week later replaced trans/torque convertor (500 out of pocket) with factory rebuild transmission 10,000 miles later at 72000 had to replace transmission again. I am concerned that it won't last and next time I will have to bear total costs. These transmission don't last. I am not the only one that has replaced transmission more than once with low mileage. Feel that Honda needs to replace with upgraded trans and further warranty up to 150k or life of ownership???.
Transmission replaced at approximately 1000 miles due to defective torque converter according to servicing Honda dealership. Van pulls hard to the right. Problem first noted day after delivery. Has been in dealership service department several times for this problem. Dealer replaced firestone tires with michelins, replaced wheels and performed 4 wheel alignment. Pulling to right problem not solved. Returned to dealer and the service manager verified that it is not a wheel, tire nor alignment problem. Service manager told me that it is probably due to the crown in the road. Van pulls hard to right on all roads within a matter of seconds of taking hands of off the wheel. My other two vehicles driven on the same roads and in the same lanes do not pull to the right nor left. ( dot number: ).
Vehicle has experienced continuous vibration problems with the transmission. Consumer believes that torque converter vibrations which are a known issue, significantly increases the potential for a bearing failure, and could result in spontaneous 4-2 downshifts. Consumer requests that Honda replace the transmission. Consumer relations department informed consumer that a replacement will not be made until the transmission fails. .
Transmission is making a noise, torque converter vibrating causing noise. Consumer is concerned that transmission may fail. Ak.
Transmission/torque converter exhibits a mettalic droning noise at approximately 50mph. Noise is only apparent when torque converter locks up.