1998 Honda Odyssey problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Electrical System:ignition:switch (13) · Power Train:automatic Transmission (7) · Electrical System (7)
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28 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module 2020-01-17 · campaign 20V026000 · 1,439,841 vehicles
Defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138 or Isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727.
Service bulletins (45)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Equipment 2004-05-01 · 05012004 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
audio unit and navigation system anti-theft codes available on interactive network. *nm
Equipment:electrical:anti-Theft Devices 2004-04-16 · 404 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
audio, anti-theft codes. honda. tech line summary. *tt
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip 2004-02-16 · 204 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
grunt noise after sitting for several hours. *nm
Electrical System 2003-11-01 · 11012003 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
automatic transmission diagnostic trouble code p0740, p0741 repair tips. another look. honda servicenews. *tt
Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System 2003-11-01 · 11012003 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
heater blower motor gets hot or blows a fuse. honda. servicenews. *tt
Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) 2003-06-01 · 060103 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
grade logic control information. *tt
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What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.