Table 1 shows eight common structure related problems of the 2009 Honda Odyssey. The number one most common problem is related to the body (30 problems). The second most common problem is related to the hatchback/liftgate support device (twelve problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Body problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate Support Device problems | |
| Tailgate problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate problems | |
| Paint problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Door problems | |
| Tailgate Hinge problems |
Passenger side slider won’t shut, driver’s side slider won’t latch. Driver side door suddenly opens when driving!!!! Honda dealer tech found worn bushing on passenger side center rollers, faulty, driver side, sliding door rear latch, passenger side, outer handle cable popped out. Read details...
The liftgate does not always stay in the up position. It lifts to the top and then drops quickly with no resistance. It seems worse when the outside temperature is colder (below 40-50 degrees f. There was a recall on the gas struts in about 2012. I called vic bailey Honda in spartanburg, SC. Read details...
On two recent occasions, the tailgate has lowered itself without the driver pressing the tailgate button on the dashboard or on the tailgate itself. It lowers without giving the normal audible signal. And in both cases, there was a minor injury occurring as a result of the problem. Read details...