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2001 Honda Odyssey Transmission Problems.

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I am so frustrated with our Honda. Bought it new and at 62K had to replace the transmission. Just had to replace the 2nd transmission at 96,000. Honda dealer claims there is no recalland there has been no problem with this model's transmissions.

From what I've heard there are so many who have experienced this, but I can't find a recall for 2001's.

Is there anything that can be done (other than selling it)?

Thanks.

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So far it is awesome.

The tires are awful!! Drives pretty bad with poor traction on wet roads & snow!

Need to get new tires, but am looking for some opinions on all-weathers that have worked great on other Odysseys.

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Drive belt was replaced at 56000 miles. Too short life time.

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Low gas mileage: 14-15 mpg for mix of city and highway. Vibration when on highway (75 miles) - I got wheel balance several times at Discount Tires. Too much road noise.

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Been in the dealer shop couple of times for minor fixes, like replacement of storage panel lid in the 3rd row, and middle row seat rattles etc.

General Comments:

I own a 2001 Odyssey purchased new in May 2001, which has 59K miles on the odometer.

Had engine oil changes done at the dealer for the first couple of years or so, and since then have changed it myself every 3 months, period.

Battery was replaced at Kragen Auto for $60 about 2 months ago at around 57K miles. Took it to the dealer for complete brake oil flush, and tranny oil drain and refill at 48k miles, 8 months ago.

Had rotors resurfaced and front brake pads changed once at the shop, and did it once myself.

Never towed any vehicle, and never noticed or had any tranny issues to-date, check engine light or TCS (knock on wood). But we do occasionally pack the van with family & haul luggage etc for vacation and round trips etc.

Even though our van was not included in the tranny recall, we do however have our tranny covered for 100k miles or 7 years, and also received an 80k miles warranty extension on all emissions parts, including the cat converter and EGR valve.

Suggestion to folks who have posted here: check out the Odyssey club forums at http://www.odyclub.com/forums/ with lots of useful info, including DIY and recall info.

Happy Ody owner (so far).

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Since I've had the car, I've had to have the rear light assembly replaced and a valve (both under warranty,) brakes, water pump, timing belt, air conditioner, dash board light, dash board dial and motor mounts (not under warranty.)

In addition, they say the malfunctioning valve caused another problem that was not covered by the warranty. I refused to pay for this repair, and Honda also refused to pay for it, so it has not been fixed.

From the time I got the car, I have had recurring problems opening the passenger side sliding door. Also, for many months after I got the car, when I vacuumed it, I would find bolts and other unknown pieces in the floor. (I'm a single woman who doesn't own or transport any sort of construction materials, so there's no question that these parts came out of the car.)

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The car is extremely quiet, very roomy inside and has been very convenient for my lifestyle, but I'm very disappointed with its durability and the cost of maintaining it. My previous car was a Toyota Camry; I never did anything to it except change the oil and rotate the tires. This Odyssey has had an unending stream of problems, and even the regular servicing costs much more than my Toyota did. My next car will probably NOT be a Honda.