Tank Assembly problems of the 2003 Honda Odyssey

Consumer had the same problem as mentioned NHTSA recall 03v014000. On certain Mini vans, some fuel tanks have surface imperfections that could allow fuel to leak from the tank.

American Honda motor CO. , inc. Honda automobile customer service 1919 torrance boulevard mail stop: 500 - 2n - 7d torrance, CA 90501-2746 claim number: n012003-081100497 dear Honda, we are writing to you in order to put you on notice of a potential vehicle defect with my new 2003 Honda Odyssey, VIN: 5fnrl18033b104657. After having the vehicle just 6 weeks the vehicle experienced the following problems: 1. Brakes began to get softer and would not engage till almost to the floor 2. While waiting at a signal the car engine appears to be revving up and shaking 3. Rattling noise emanating from the muffler linkage 4. Low fuel warning light comes on when gage is still at â¼ tank. Of grave concern is an incident that occurred last Friday, August 8, 2003 while my wife was taking my son to celebrate his 6th birthday at summer camp. This is what happened: after making a turn on a steep hill my wife proceeded down the hill. While going down the hill the brakes completely failed to operate and the following lights illuminate on the dash , battery, oil, door open warning lights. The engine was still on and she had to use the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. We were very fortunate that there was no accident, the vehicle was not going fast and we were able to bring the vehicle to a stop. My wife was extremely frightened and upset by the incident. She was almost in a very serious accident! we had the vehicle towed to beaverton Honda who advises us thus far they could not duplicate the problems. You can surely understand our concerns with this vehicle, especially if there appears to be nothing wrong with it. We would like Honda of America to take the following steps to protect our family and it's brand: 1. Provide us with a loaner Odyssey until& (2) 2. Exchange our Odyssey with the same exact vehicle from a different factory or fully refund our purchase.

Gas fumes leaked throughout the vehicle. Gas smell became overwhelming when vehicle was driven for awhile with all windows down. Dealer notified. The consumer received a recall letter in reference to a defective gas tank. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was determined that the gas tank needed to be replaced. Eight months later the consumer noticed an overwhelming odor of gasoline. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was determined that the gas tank gasket was defective. The gasket filled with gasoline and splashed into the inside of the vehicle. As a result of the defective the entire family was ill from inhaling the fumes.