Brake Grinding Noise Problems of Honda Odyssey

New Odyssey with 3k miles my braks making grinding noise and unable to come to full stop as normal time and distance.

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Was driving at about 30mph and performed a panic stop as a delivery truck in front stopped and turned suddenly. Continued down the road after the delivery truck turned in driveway. Going down the next hill of the 30mph road, the brakes failed as the driver attempted to slow the vehicle to the posted speed. Driver stood on the brake pedal but brake pedal depressed only slightly and vehicle would not slow. Driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and coast the vehicle to a stop on a long residential driveway. Just before vehicle came to a stop a grinding noise was heard. Grinding sound become higher pitched just before noise and vehicle stopped. After stopping, driver turned off the vehicle. After about 5 minutes, the driver restarted the vehicle and brake pedal travel and braking function returned. Vehicle was towed to dealership. Current information from dealer is that no cause has been found. Only explanation is that brakes were overheated due to the panic stop. Dealer still has vehicle and says they are still investigating.

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Took vehicle to dealership because I have a concern about grinding noise from the rear brakes when backing up. I was told that the noise is coming from the parking brake pads. I could let them sand the edges for $200. 00, but the problem would probably return. At that point I declined to have anything done to the parking brake. I was told that no harm would be done to the vehicle while this is happening. I think that Honda should look into this matter because I consider braking a very serious matter, especially at some point in time if you cannot stop.

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2007 Honda Odyssey. Consumer states problem with vehicle brakes the consumer stated the brakes emitted a squealing and grinding noise on a regular, but not constant on a basis when braking or turning. The dealer informed the consumer the brake problem had been rectified. However, the next day, the consumer noticed when he applied the brake in excess of 60 mph, the van would vibrate and shimmy. He also noticed a constant and unusually loud washing-machine-agitator type noise which became louder while riding in the middle seat area. The consumer stated the entire van vibrated so violently when he applied the brake at speeds of 60 mph and over he became extremely concerned about maintaining control of the vehicle. The consumer took the vehicle to another repair shop, where it was recommended that the rear motor mount, rotors and brakes be replaced. The consumer was also informed that one of the tires was badly worn.

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Come on Honda . . . . Enough is enough. I live in a hilly town. All winter long, no problem with brakes. As soon as it gets warm and I braking when coming down a hill (even a very gentle slope), the front brakes make the most horrific grinding noise. I've been told over and over by people at stop lights, that I really need to get my brakes fixed (but Honda continues to say the brakes are in great shape). Multiple times, when the grinding occurs, I barely got stopped for the traffic light. This is extremely dangerous, let alone extremely embarrassing. If Honda does nothing about this, it will be the last Honda I ever own and I will for sure convince 100 people to not buy Honda either. Please force Honda to finally do something about this issue, before someone dies.

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My van makes a loud metallic grinding noise after the first 5 to 15 minutes of driving. Repeated visits to dealership (and after a brake pad change) have produced no change. Honda master technicians test drove the vehicle twice and have acknowledged issue and claim that there is no known problem or recall. They have basically said that they cannot do anything. Several websites and discussion boards point to this same issue and lack of action from Honda. My last conversation with Honda was also unproductive - the best they could recommend was to take the matter to the service manager at the dealership. All my vehicle servicing including every recommended oil change and various levels of service have been at Honda dealerships. I believe this is a substantial manufacturing / mechanical defect and could also cause safety issues going forward.

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The contact owns a 2009 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the brakes were wearing at a very low mileage. A grinding noise could be heard when the brakes were applied at any speed, so the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. Approximately two years later, all of the brakes and rotors were replaced. The failure mileage was 26,000.

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The brakes on my 2007 Honda Odyssey, have been checked three (3) times by the dealer. But the problem of not stopping in a safe time and the grinding noise made by them has not been fixed. The pedal is very soft and sometimes all the way to the floor board and still not stopping in time for the red light. This still occurs daily. I have had the recall done for the air in the brake line but nothing helped, I have had the brakes looked at and the Honda dealer stated "they are just fine".

[xxx] June 8, 2010 ref. VIN # [xxx] Honda case # [xxx] to all concerned, this letter is to explain the events that has led to me now having to take this issue to a more elevated level. At the end of October of 2008 my wife, mother and 3 children went to coggin Honda located at 11051 s. Orange blossom trail, orlando, fla. 32837 (tel. 407-851-9118) to look at the Odyssey minivans. We were approached by sales & leasing consultant chester heath: cell [xxx] (no longer there) and he showed us around and met with finance manager francis rosario : cell [xxx] who financed us. About a week after driving it around I started to notice that it was making a noise when braking, a hard grinding noise (still making this noise to this day). I also noticed that it was making a clicking sound when making radius turns (since fixed by classic Honda by fixing the front axle in November 2009) . Also there was and still is a rattle by the steering wheel. My main concern however is the braking noise which at the beginning would come and go. It now does it almost every time I brake. That has been part of the problem, it comes and goes. So I told my wife about the noise that the car made and she suggested I call coggin Honda to at least let it be known on record about the problem. I then called coggin that week and the person I spoke to said to just simply come by and we will have a look at it. Since it did not always happen I thought to myself that it was a new car just getting settled. So I probably waited a few months (about Jan. 2009) and then it started to make the noise on a constant basis and realized that this problem was not going away. I then brought the car to coggin and spoke with service advisor fritz ray (no longer there) and of course it did not make the noise at that time and because there was no noise they could. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

I have a 2006 Honda Odyssey and the brakes are terrible. The brake pedal is soft and sometimes goes to the floor. The brakes also make a grinding noise when applied. I had the brakes inspected but the pads were fine. I have been informed that this is a common problem with Odysseys.

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I have a 06 Honda Odyssey with 39,000 miles. Rear brakes started making a grinding noise. When I inspected, one of the brake pads had completely worn out with no brake materials left.

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that left side sliding door and the right front passenger door failed to unlock intermittently. She had to climb over to the other side or turn off the vehicle and restart it to get out the vehicle. Additionally, she noticed repeated problems with the steering; the vehicle would not hold an alignment and would drift to the side. Also, periodically, there was a grinding noise when she attempted to stop, as if she were driving on gravel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership several times where the tires were rotated and alignment was performed regarding the suspension problem. The dealer also installed a seal on the door but the failure continued. In reference to the brake problem, the dealer could not duplicate the failure but did attempt repairs which did not remedy the problem. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that they could not assist her. Current mileage was approximately 36,950. The failure mileage was approximately 20,500.

My wife and I own a 2007 Honda Odyssey, and have a consistent and perpetual brake problem. The brakes have always been really soft and go almost to the ground when braking. In addition, when applying the brakes, such as when pulling up to a stop sign, there is a very loud grinding noise. In my experience that grinding noise is a bad thing. However, according to my dealer, and we have taken the van in for brake service several times for them to fix this issue, this is normal for Honda Odysseys. Something to do with the material of the brake pads because the car is heavier. But this cannot possibly be normal, and the brakes should not take so long to engage. I have a very hard time getting this van to brake going down hills and am constantly afraid that they will not engage in time for me to stop before hitting the car in front of me. I am concerned for the safety of my family, and am extremely concerned that Honda has taken no action to correct this issue, especially considering that all of the research I have completed shows that there are many, many complaints of the same nature from other Honda Odyssey owners.

On going intermittent grinding noise and diminished performance of brakes. Grinding noise very pronounced. Total mileage under 10,000 and very lightly used. Issue is shared by numerous other Honda Odyssey owners as indicated by nearly identical description of issue on many online-forum entries. This is of high concern for the safety of my family! thank you.

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the brake pedal felt soft and made a grinding noise when the brakes were depressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the failure. The rotors and the drive shaft was replaced. The failure was not corrected. The brake pedal still felt soft and continued to make a grinding noise. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,500 and the current mileage as 47,462.

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the abs braking system activates by itself. When stopping the vehicle it makes a grinding noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they could not duplicate the failure. The dealer stated that the failure is known to the manufacturer, but they do not have a repair for it at this time. His vehicle is included in NHTSA campaign id number: 10v098000, service brakes; air, recall and it was taken to the dealer for the remedy. The remedy did not repair the failure and it was taken back to the dealer again. The contact was waiting for a call from the manufacturer. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileage was 25,000.

Honda 2008 Odyssey brakes feel low and squishy at different times while driving. A grinding sound is heard from the front brakes intermittently. Owned a 2006 Honda Odyssey and experienced the grinding noise only. Honda replaced front pads at 7000 miles and after another 4,000 miles grinding sound returned. Honda dealer could not find problem.

The contact owns a 2006 Honda Odyssey. While driving approximately 30 mph she experienced difficulty steering, and heard a loud grinding noise. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. The technician was unable to duplicate the failure. She also heard metal grinding coming from the rear brake system. The vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunction. The vehicle identification number was unavailable. The failure mileage was 50,000 . The current mileage was 69,000.

Van always has a grinding noise when you put the brakes on hard. It appears to be only on the front. When it was brought to the attention of the dealer, the tech rode with us to hear the noise and replaced the rotors & resurfaced the discs based on the Honda tech line. The tech indicated that it is a problem with the Honda vans, as the front of the van is too heavy for the brakes that are provided by Honda. In less than 10,000 more miles, it was making that noise and still is. When taken to the dealer for the multi point inspection, they always indicate that the brakes have plenty left. It grinds everytime you put the brakes on and it sounds like the older cars when the brakes are worn down completely.

I would have to agree with the owner that submitted odi case #:10169618 (see below), our 2006 Odyssey is experiencing the same problem with the left front brake. It just so happens that I am taking it to the dealer tomorrow just because it has finally gotten to the point that my wife now notices it and can pin point where she believes it is coming from. Honda dealers recommend at 15k as part of their minor service caliber lubrication. If this is such an issue with the calipers why don't they include this as a warranty checkup for the brake pads, instead they decide to charge us for their labor. This problem with the brakes as described below has happened around 8 different times over a span of 4 months. Vehicle currently has 17k on it. Case #10169618 the Honda Odyssey in question was purchased in the 1st week of January 2006 and had about 6000 miles on it. I noticed that the front brakes were making grinding noises while stopping. These noises are not so prominent when the brakes are applied mildly (as in the case of coasting to a stop), but are clearly heard inside the cabin when the brakes are applied a little more firmly (as one would do it to bring the vehicle to a halt quickly). I took the vehicle to a Honda dealership to have this looked at. Later in the day I was informed that and the front brake pads have been replaced and the rotors refinished due to a defect in the front brake pads. I have a reason to believe that there have been more cases of this happening and I would like to request NHTSA to look into whether this is a more prevalent problem than just a random incident.

: the contact stated there is a loud grinding noise heard while applying the brakes. Extra pressure is needed on the brake pedal to sufficiently stop the vehicle. The dealership has inspected the vehicle four times and determined the problem cannot be duplicated.

I have owned a 2006 Honda Odyssey for three years and the brake pads have a severe grinding noise once they heat up. The easiest way to make the brakes to grind is to perform three or four successive stops, light, hard, med, it makes no difference. Bottom line, once the brakes get hot, the grinding will continue until the brakes and rotors have cooled. The dealer noted the problem under warranty and replaced/resurfaced the pads and rotors. One year later and the problem was back. I have also noted that the stopping distance tends to increase when the grinding is taking place. I have also noted the softening brake pedal in my 2006 Honda Odyssey.

The brake makes an loud grinding noise when ever it gets hot or whenever I come down hills. It has happened a lot of times and I am not sire if the will be a loss of braking power or something.

Continuous brake problems! 1st problem started in June 05' @5600 miles - grinding noise, pulsating and hard to stop vehicle. Took vehicle to dealership and was unable to duplicate. Service writer explained that --brake dust-- was the problem. 2nd major problem - in September brakes were making the loud grinding noise - when applying brakes moderately - lt. Front brake locked up and skidded 78 feet. Vehicle was taken in @ 8600 miles and 1st design brake pads were re-installed. 3rd problem - two weeks later - brakes were grinding non-stop. Took vehicle back in shop and they replaced again with 1st design brake pads and rotors. . -- 2nd design to be produced in late October-- 4th problem - brakes progressively got worse during the month of October 05 @11,000 miles - took vehicle back into shop for the 2nd design brake pads and new rotors. -- was told that new design was a -- softer -- brake pad. -- when driving home - pulled up to garage door and vehicle almost did not stop - ** hard break pedal when driving at slow speeds ** seem to notice even more when turning. 5th problem - took vehicle back to shop a week later, to check out brake system - unable to duplicate. 6th problem- took vehicle back into shop in December 05 - brake were intermittent not stopping vehicle - numerous time I have almost rear ended vehicles in stop and go traffic. -- shop was unable to duplicate. 7th problem - took vehicle back again in late December with 14,000 miles - shop still unable to duplicate problem. Two weeks later while driving through a pharmacy drive through - my wife and I experienced brake failure again - this time my wife had to run over curb to avoid hitting vehicle in front of her. ** damaged the front bumper ** and my wife refuses to drive vehicle with the --safety-- issues that it does have. . This is a safety issue -- -- vehicle has been sitting now for over two months -- not driven -- and still making car payments.

I purchased a new 2005 Honda Odyssey lx in September 2004. I have experienced multiple incidents in which the brakes make a very loud grinding noise with normal braking that seems to be coming from the front brakes. The sound and feel is like there is metal grinding metal from the steering wheel. When the grinding occurs, braking power is minimal. The grinding occurs more frequently in city driving after using the brakes more often. Its almost like they heat up and get sticky??? the scarcity experience was coming down a hill to a red light at 15 mph, my family within, coming to a major road, and the feeling of the van not stopping scared me to death. The grinding issue has resulted in loss of braking ability but no loss of control. As I have found here, I am part of a growing complaint from other new Odyssey owners who have complained and experienced this same problem. Do not know if this matters or not, when this occurs, I can go and cool the brakes with water and the sensation will diminish at least for a little while. It seems to be getting more common as time is continuing. I have brought this issue to my dealer, but they always just say that they did not hear anything. Same ole same ole. . . .

I purchased a new 2005 Honda Odyssey ex-l in October 2004, and I have experienced multiple incidents in which the brakes make a very loud grinding noise with medium hard braking. The grinding occurs more frequently with prolonged stops, such as when driving downhill. The grinding has not resulted in any apparent loss of braking ability or loss of control, but I am aware of quite a few other new Odyssey owners who have complained of the same problem.

I purchased a 2005 Honda Odyssey October 2004. Within weeks and to this day I have problems with the braking system; this is after numerous replacements of brake pads and rotors. The front brakes repeatedly make a grinding noise when making a hard stop or stopping on a downward slope, noticed more in the summer. The defect in the brakes feel as if the brakes are going to fail; I have to take my foot off the brake because I feel the pedal going all the way to the floor. The rear brakes also are defective and are noisy when applied and the car is making a turn. I have addressed the issue on multiple occasions with the dealer. Initially, I was told that the brake pads were faulty and would be replaced. After they were replaced, the problem started again. The dealer has admitted that the Odyssey as braking problems, but no recall has been issued so their hands are tied, I have also been told that they cannot duplicate the problem, to being told my brakes must have been dusty, and/or that they just needed an adjustment. One thing though, the brakes have never been replaced being they were worn to the point of needing replacement. I know I am not the first to complain in regards to this specific issue. Why doesn't the NHTSA enforce its authority and demand that this problem is resolved in the 2005 Odyssey minivans?.

When driving in snow-when trying to brake a loud grinding noise of the brakes is heard -it takes a very long time to stop meanwhile the vehicle is continuing to move for unsafe distances. Brake pedal takes a long time to fully depress. These problems are not encountered in dry conditions. I drove other family members cars on this same day with no problem. There seems to be a problem with the abs system on this vehicle. I am afraid to drive this vehicle in the winter. These brakes are dangerous. I bought this car as a Honda certified used vehicle and replaced the tires after the first episode at the end of last winter-now with the first snowfall this year-same problem.

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The contact owns a 2002 Honda Odyssey. When appyling pressure to the brake pedal, the contact heard and felt a loud grinding noise. The dealer changed the brake shoes, but the problem still persists. The vehicle was inspected by two additional professional technicains and they advised her that nothing was wrong with the brake system. On two occasions, the sliding door would spontaneously open, allowing her children to exit the vehicle while in motion. The dealer could not duplicate the failure; however, they greased the rollers on the sliding door, which remedied the failure. Several months later, the vehicle was rear ended directly in the center of the vehicle by another vehicle traveling 35 mph. None of the air bags deployed. There were no warning lights prior to the crash. The dealer was not notified. The cotnact took her vehicle to the dealer for NHTSA campaign id number 04v176000 (power train: automatic transmission). Because there was no discoloration in the transmission fluid, the dealer informed her that the vehicle could not be repaired until it showed signs of failure. The contact called the dealer when she began experiencing failures shifting gears, and they advised her that they would not repair the vehicle under the free remdey outlined in the recall. The dealer refused to provide an explanation. The contact is in the process of having the vehicle repaired. The failure mileage was 20,000 and current mileaege was 80,000. *updated 10/20/08 updated 10/21/08.

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