general problems of the 2009 Honda Odyssey

Car started shuddering at 35-40 mph. Took to shop and was told it was wheel bearings. Had them replaced and the issue stopped for a couple weeks and started back up between 40-45 mph on city road or highway. This only happens when accelerating. If we let off the gas it stops. Took it to another mechanic and it would not replicate, but earlier in the day it occurred numerous times. It has been happening for at least a month. The vehicle has 153k miles.

Safety issue no problem. Asking about a paint issue. The vehicles paint has oxidized a lot on roof and starting on other parts of vehicle.

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. Once to a child, and the latest to an adult. In the latest incident, the drivers head (ear) was impacted by the downward force of the tailgate, pressing the head against the left rear corner of the vehicle while the driver was leaning into the rear compartment. Very painful to the driver's left ear, but not immediately requiring medical attention. The service department of our local Honda dealership - where the vehicle is normally maintained - states this VIN is not under recall for faulty tailgate struts or related.

I thought the driver side sliding door on my 2009 Honda Odyssey was closed but when driving at a speed of approximately 30 mph, the door flew open. I pulled over and tried to close the door but it would not close. After trying several times, I decided I needed to have it looked at. I reached back and held the door closed with my left arm/hand as I drove slowly to the dealer. The dealer was closed but a salesman gave me a rental car for the night and said they would call the next day, which they did. They told me the latch was not working properly and would need to replace it. What choice did I have since I couldn't drive it the way it was. So, I paid $376. 61 to have it replaced. I thought the problem was resolved, but the same exact thing happened on the same door about 2 months later. Again I reached back and held the door closed as I drove it back to the dealer. As you can imagine I was quite upset since I had spent all that money to supposedly have the problem fixed. After the mechanic played around with the latches with a screw driver and grease he was able to close the door. He informed me that the rear latch on the door was sticking preventing the door from closing. He was surprised they didn't try that 2 months prior before replacing the latch. The service manager even told me they have never had to replace a latch assembly in these vans. So, I asked if I could get reimbursed for the cost of replacing the latch but was denied. This is why I am writing Honda to see if you will reimburse me the $376. 61 I paid to have the latch assembly replaced that didn't need to be. I can provide you with a copy of the receipt from the dealer, if needed. This is the 2nd Odyssey I have owned and have always had a problem with the sliding doors sticking making it hard to open them but have never had a problem closing them. I hope you will assist me in this matter.

Tailgate (trunk's hatchback) door doesn't stay open and keeps closing back.

The back hatch on my 2009 Honda Odyssey slams shut and will not hold. The hatch slams with incredible force and if any of my 3 kids are in the vicinity it could cause serious injury. A vehicle less than 2 years old should not have this type of issue. I have a full front to back warranty and apparently it does not cover the back hatch.

White paint is peeling, chipping and of inferior quality to a black chevy trailblazer I own that is 8 years older.