2004 Honda Odyssey

Introduction:

The 2004 Honda Odyssey is a popular minivan known for its spacious interior, reliability, and fuel efficiency. It came with two engine options: a 3.5L V6 and a 2.4L Inline-4. Both engines were available with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

Engine

3.5L V6

Cylinder Head Cracking Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, coolant leaks, overheating Solution: Cylinder head replacement Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,500 - $4,000+ Recalls: None Found

2.4L Inline-4

No Issues Found

Transmission

5-speed Automatic

Torque Converter Shudder Description/Symptoms: Vibration and shudder when accelerating or shifting gears Solution: Torque converter replacement Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500+ Recalls: None Found

Suspension

Rear Shock Absorbers Leaking Description/Symptoms: Clunking or squeaking sounds, poor ride quality Solution: Shock absorber replacement Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+ Recalls: None Found

Electrical

Alternator Failure Description/Symptoms: Dim headlights, battery warning light, engine stalling Solution: Alternator replacement Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+ Recalls: None Found

Exterior

Roof Rust Description/Symptoms: Rust spots on the roof panel Solution: Rust repair or roof panel replacement Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+ Recalls: None Found

Interior

Navigation System Malfunction Description/Symptoms: Screen flickering, GPS not working Solution: Navigation system replacement or software update Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+ Recalls: None Found

Summary:

The 2004 Honda Odyssey is generally a reliable vehicle, but it has some notable issues. The problems can be costly to repair, particularly the cylinder head cracking issue on the 3.5L V6 engine. However, many of the issues are less severe and can be addressed at a more affordable cost.