Power Train Related Problems of the 2009 Honda Odyssey

Table 1 shows six common power train related problems of the 2009 Honda Odyssey. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (eleven problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission torque converter (three problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2009 Honda Odyssey

The Power Train problem

Honda installed a vcm (variable cylinder management) in this engine which shuts down the back three cylinders to save fuel when the car warms up. You’ll know when it kicks in when you see eco on your dash. When the cylinders shut down it starts an abnormal wear and tear on those cylinders.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Torque Converter problem

The contact owns a 2009 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the steering wheel vibrated when driving approximately 20 mph and above. The contact also stated that the vehicle made a drowning, loud noise at the same time it vibrated. There were no warning indicators illuminated.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

Van broke down in teh middle of busy highway and traffic.   Read details...


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