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Above is a link to the court documents filed for a pending class action suit against Honda for the defective torque converters.
Everyone experiencing the juddering should read this document. I've been down the same road with our '06 but finally there might be justice!
until around after 3 months later.. i notice the vibrator just begin.. just tiny vibrator..i thought, it was timing belt... it was on around 85K miles....
so, i went to Honda service and they replaced new Timing Belt and water pump.. it cost me over $800...
then when the service called me that the van is ready.. i was so exciting! then i went to the service to pick up the van...
then i sat inside the van... turn it up... feel smooth.. i m happy... then when i drive this van.. less than 2 to 3 min... the damn vibrator still there!!!!!
i did replace new spark plug myself... it cost me $12 EACH!!!
then i did tried my best everything i want... rotate tires and alignment... new brake rotor and pads.. all of them!!!
the vibrator still there!!!!
today, this morning... i will going to Honda service to get Diagnosic test for my van... i hopeful, it is not Torque converter!!!!! it is sooo expensive to replace that!!! my van is just like new!!! it is 93K miles!!!!
before, i have Honda Prelude VTEC... i love this car sooo muchy... sport car!!!.. it had over 200K miles.... yes 200,000 miles.. it running soo smooth!!!! i love this car so much... so i had to trade this car for that damn Van!!!!
I hope, Honda should pay for this!!!! thank to lawsuit!!!
Roy
06 Odyessy EX-L
94K miles
http://www.sonnax.com/titles/overheated-honda-converters740-codes.print
Link to it: http://classactionlawsuitsinthenews.com/class-action-lawsuit-complaints/honda-od- yssey-torque-converter-class-action-lawsuit-complaint/
Dont let them give you around around...until the warrenty is over and them they will tell you is the Torque Converter...and you have to pay for the repair...which is a costly repair. The transmission has to came down. The Torque Converter is bellew the engine and Transmission
You should have not have to pay for this reapir...
Mike
LARRY BLOODWORTH wrote:
> Eric,
>
> While we've finally figured out the converter problem, among others, we are still debating the 3rd clutch issue. The sum of everything our industry knows about Honda/Acura problems can be found HERE.
>
> I believe the 3rd clutch problem is a software issue causing an overlap of 2nd clutch release and 3rd clutch apply; also the 4-3 downshift. This overlap condition is exacerbated by a lot of in-town driving where upshifts and downshifts into 3rd gear happen a lot. Most notably in the stereotypical Soccer Mom's kid bus. We rarely see 3rd gear clutch failure in Hondas that are primarily freeway driven; because they don't do a lot of shifing in and out of 3rd gear.
>
> The patented sonnax pressure regulator valve mentioned in the report retails for only $210 bucks. A cheaper, but more difficult to install, product that addresses the same issues is made by TransGo that I E-mailed you a while back.
>
> Let the Honda buffs and DIY'ers know what's up.
>
> I'll Keep You Posted,
This is the first complaint I have seen so far, I have around 30K miles on the van. This has been there for 2 months now
Please clarify the following:
1) How serious is the issue, should I get it fixed ASAP?
2) Please advice what I need to do, to fix this issue. Not sure how to communicate this to dealer /car mechanic.
I do not want myself taken for a ride and end up spending more than what it costs. I would somebody to please advice if you know any dealer in South Florida who has fixed this issue.
Yes the 6 speed Touring & Elite have bad torque converters.
February 2012 Motor Trend Long Test Article
2011 Odyssey Touring Elite, 6 months old, 14999 miles
"...we'll have the technicians look at the transmission as well. Over time, shifting has become rough, and occasionally upon acceleration between first and second gears, the transmission seems to be shuddering."
Now, to the A/C condenser, there is an actual class action lawsuit against Honda. It is Civil Action No. 2:08-cv-4825 (KSH) (PS). For information about this you can call 877 389 4472.
If in fact Honda knew about this problem with the redesign of the 2011 model, shame on them for staking their reputation with such a disastrous vehicle issue!
My advice, file a complaint and lets work together to get some action~
UPDATE from today: Spoke to Honda Motor Company today. The woman on the phone stated that Lehigh Valley Honda informed her that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle and that this is normal. I almost blew a gasket. I informed the woman that they are lying and do they think that I am "making this up?"
I WILL NEVER, EVER, EVER purchase a Honda vehicle again. Additionally, I will use every media outlet, social avenue and consumer and government agency to get this message out. If i can convince 27 people to not purchase an Odyssey at the price I did, Honda will lose over 1 million dollars. My goal is to have 1000 people not purchase a Honda based upon my message.
Honda does not believe their customers. They provide vibrating vehicles and then claim it is part of the ECO transmission.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/224748094257241/
https://www.facebook.com/DontSettlewithHonda
http://www.dontsettlewithhonda.org/
I drive a 2008 accord and so far knock on wood have been ok with it. But nothing pisses me off more than a dealership passing the buck on problems w/ the cars they sell. Nothing!
Good luck!
I was looking into buying a 2012 odyssey soon..but now I am worried
all they will say, that is the default behavior of the van/car.
do some research on other models/cars.
UPDATE: Today, I emailed the VP of the Honda Dealership that I purchased my vehicle from. I must have caught his attention as I received a phone call in about 20 minutes following my email. The general manager of the dealership called me, but to no surprise, stated the same thing that everyone else has already told me. I do have an appointment with him next week to take him for a ride in the vibrating Odyssey. I guess it's the least I can do since they took me for a ride for close to 40 grand!
I have three children, my wife is a nurse, I am a working professional. We are rather intelligent people. I feel as though these people are treating us as though we just fell of the "turnip truck". If I tell you the car vibrates, the car vibrates.
Our second choice was a Toyota Sienna. 6 grand less with all the same feature and NONE of this [non-permissible content removed] headache!
One slice of advice that I would give you is prior to making ANY purchase, Google the kind of vehicle with the word "recall" after it. Even it there are no official recalls yet, you will hit blogs of consumers that are stating there should be a recall and you will uncover TRUE user issues if any. If you find none, that is the minivan to purchase.
GO FOR THE SIENNA!
http://www.change.org/petitions/american-honda-motor-company-inc-admit-recall-an- d-fix-2005-through-2012-honda-odysseys
"one simple electric part' was.....so we will all know what to
look for or tell our mechanics to look for. Thanks for helping us all
save $$$$$$!!!!
THANKS!!
REPAIR; I THEN PUT THE VEHICLE ON MY RACK AND ACCELERATED IT TO 50MPH WHILE I HAD ANOTHER TECH EXAMINE THE SOURCE. THE LF HALF SHAFT (AXLE) WAS SHAKING. I REPLACED IT AND DROVE IT AGAIN PROBLEM SOLVED.
www.calmbbmwrepair.com
To make a long story short, I get 20+ MPG going uphill when engine is firing on all cylinders. When Eco mode kicks in, I get <20MPG going downhill, with seemingly excessive vibration. I have had this 2007 Odyssey for four years and have never had this issue before. Overall mileage for the trip is approx 10% less than it was a few months ago.
Why would mileage in Eco mode be worse than in normal mode?
TIA
We have 2006 134000 miles, shudders on occasion from 20-40 mph. I have noticed in cruise control going down hill it does not down shift.
I love my Honda and want it to last a lot longer.
Did you have the PCM Update? It sounds like some people think it is better without.
Thanks for any replies. :-)
NEVER to own Any Honda again!
Happy trails to you.
KW