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2010 Honda Odyssey repairs by problem area
Engine (23%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (20%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (34%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)
Other (8%)
Chart based on 190 repairs.
2010 Honda Odyssey engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (11%)
$500 - $999 (9%)
$100 - $499 (32%)
< $100 (48%)
Chart based on 44 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2010 Honda Odyssey 4dr Minivan, ext.
244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD
| 103000 mi US $1100 |
replacement of a timing belt and water pump |
| 62000 mi | Engine light and VSA light came on. AutoZone, sensor said that 3 & 4 valve were not firing. Took it to dealer, said that it was covered under warranty. Reprogramed computer & replaced spark plugs. Engine will be replaced if necessary. |
| 83500 mi US $650 |
02 sensor |
| 84700 mi US $200 |
The car was using oil and reporting misfires. They replaced plugs and reflashed the ECU under warranty. |
| 88000 mi US $250 |
Replaced sensors |
| 10000 mi | Transmisson shudder PCM reflash |
| 128500 mi US $320 |
Misfire led to spark plug exploding, spark plug ceramic scored engine block cylinder wall. Engine block replaced with 6 spark plugs and piston rings. Honda has extended the warranty to 8 years for this issue. |
| 136500 mi US $250 |
Oil pressure sensor for valve train failed. |
| 84000 mi | Check engine light, rough idle, miss fires |
| 120000 mi US $850 |
Timing belt and water pump replaced as per scheduled maintenance |
| 210000 mi US $250 |
# 3 Cylinder coil |
| 189000 mi US $50 |
The timing belt tensioner was making noise. This required the replacement of the timing belt as well. The van had to be taken to a shop after I tried for 2 days to remove the crank belt. Had to replace the serpentine belt again because the one recently installed was making noise. Purchased a Bando belt this time. A day later the belt had jumped a rib! Sold car. |
| 137000 mi US $100 |
Spark plugs were changed. Error code showed up with a misfire on the number 1 cylinder. All spark plugs were replaced and car ran fine |
| 128000 mi US $470 |
valve cover gasket replacement(due to leaking oil) |
| 220000 mi US $1800 |
Catalytic converter replaced. |
| 68300 mi US $115 |
Engine started suddenly missing badly- check engine light flashing...almost cutting off.Towed. Dealer stated foul spark plug at 67,000 and Honda Extended Warranty would not cover it! All service done on time at dealer . |
| 49300 mi | car burning off 1 quart of oil every 7000-8000 miles before engine maintenance light comes on. Took car to dealer who stated that this was "within spec" and is the result of prolonged maintanence intervals. He recommended refilling oil. |
| 53800 mi | VCM system failure. Heavy oil consumption, 2 quarts in less than 5000 miles. |
| 58000 mi | continues to consume engine oil at a concerning rate. |
| 56700 mi US $420 |
Dealer replaced VERY noisy engine bearings. |
| 125000 mi US $690 |
Motor Mount |
| 26000 mi | Engine misfiring due to fouled spark plugs associated with VCM-2 system. No charges to owner due to warranty extension. Repair consisted of replacing four fouled spark plugs. |
| 32000 mi | Both the check engine light and the check vehicle stability assist warning message came on. Engine was diagnosed with misfires on 4 of 6 cylinders. Spark plugs were replaced under warranty. |
| 102000 mi US $1400 |
Changed piston rings on cylinders 1, 2 & 3 as per Honda service bulletin 13-080 (extended-warranty repair, no charge). While apart replaced timing belt, timing belt tensioner, water pump, accessory belt, plugs on cylinders 4, 5, & 6. |
| 61000 mi | Car consumes 1 quart or more of oil between oil changes. Appears to be a common problem for vehicles with VCM. Took the car to the dealer for "Oil Consumption test". They have recorded that the car consumed 1 qt. over 3000 miles. |
| 73000 mi | "Check Engine" light came on; it turned out to be a Cylinder 2 misfire problem, due to faulty spark plugs (VCM issues, excessive oil consumption). Honda replaced spark plugs on 4 cylinders for free thanks to Class Action case settlement. |
| 95000 mi | Replaced coolant temperature sensor |
| 138000 mi US $175 |
Part of the emissions system. A pressure valve of some sort. |
| 81000 mi US $1571 |
Squeaks, scraping noise from engine. All 5 engine mounts replaced, suspension retightened. |
| 24000 mi | Oil leak - bad gasket |
2010 Honda Odyssey 4dr Minivan, ext.
244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| 210500 mi US $30 |
Fault Codes P0455 and P0456. Leak in the evaporative emission control system (EVAP). Replaced fuel gas cap as first potential fix. As yet unknown if a different fix is needed. |
| 113460 mi C $86 |
Catalytic heat shield came apart. Fixed with clamps. |
| 76000 mi US $250 |
heat shield corroded, rattling noise while driving |
| 40480 mi | After steering pump replaced two days ago, immediately noticed whining sound coming from somewhere on the serpentine belt/accessory system. Dealer diagnosed sound originating from the serpentine belt tensioner pulley and replaced it. |
| 46500 mi C $700 |
Heard a chirping noise from engine. Dealer diagnosed as serpentine belt and replaced. Timing belt replaced as recommended maintenance (vehicle is over 5 years old). Timing belt tensioner was discovered to be leaking oil so that was replaced as well. |
| 85560 mi C $400 |
Drive belt replaced (squeaking/chirping) |
| 71600 mi US $1700 |
3 mounting brackets broken |
| 9300 mi | Engine knocking (pinging) |
| 18600 mi | Valves adjusted (still waiting for paperwork from dealership) |
| 80000 mi US $25 |
Exhaust flex pipe is failing. I removed the stainless webbing around the joint to quiet the noise. It will need total replacement in the near future. |
| 87069 mi US $77 |
Bad bearing on the belt tensioner. Replaced the belt tensioner assembly. |
| 90000 mi | Catalytic converter shield rusted to th point it was broken loose and rattling. I reattached. |
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