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The Odyssey still has transmission issues specifically the torque converter judder and premature failures. Do a Google search or check other Odyssey club forums.
Also, the VCM system is too complicated and results in vibrations that worsen as the vehicle gets older.
If you trade-in or lease, then the Odyssey is the best van on the market right now.
I can say I have been reading this forum and another and I haven't seen anyone actually get stuck here the car wouldn't start....just lots of warning lights. Small piece of mind, I know.
(1) Those few folks who have checked out the LX, does this trim have one armrest on each second row seat or can one expect to get captain chair type setup with armrest on both sides. There are zero LX pictures on honda's website so can't check there.
(2) Could USB interface be bought as an accessory on LX so one can hookup iPod type device?
(3) Could one connect iPod through the aux input jack? If so, would the controls be on the iPod device or the stereo unit?
Bargain hunters probably end up with the Toyota Sienna base model. You can grab one of these for $23k! Includes one power sliding door and alloy wheels.
I can't remember all the technicalities between the 2 trims but one selling feature for me was the back up camera on the EX. I backed up into a low post with my 1995 Ody and dropped the bumper a few inches and didn't want to do that again in my older age. There were other features too that I liked but can't remember. I'll have to go back and look.
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Any pointers on the three questions?
I too have the distortion in the driver's outside mirror and actually see some in the right side of the front windsheild. Mileage has been great with 27-28 mpg seen on straight freeway driving and 19-21 around town. Yes, I agree with most of the complaints about what Honda has done with the van, including the styling, but after one month with it, I know I bought the right van for me. Even the styling--which almost had me crossing over to the Sienna, is growing on me.
My rants for the record: Making the roof rack and side mouldings extra cost accessories, not including side hazard warning at least as an option, not hiding the too large sliding door hing "groove", no operating rear (not center) windows, very limited transmission gear selection controls, less efficient rear overhead heating/AC vents, and maybe, not including middle row center seat arm rests, HID headlights only on Touring Elite, no remote starting available, and possibly, using cloth rather than vinyl on third row seat backs, and not making 6 speed trannies std (or at least optional) for all models.
Still, the number of improvements since the last "new" 2005 Odyssey came out are impressive. Gone: Adjustable brake and accelerator pedals, covered third row storage bins, lazy susan storage, PAX tires--thankfully, dual glove box, and feeble sounds from audio system equipment.
Just my thoughts FYI
Other minuses, in my mind: cheap plastics for a vehicle costing this much (they are largely the same as the Fit, which we traded in for this, but the Fit cost less than half). The economy is terrible: we have yet to average over 20mpg for a tankful, which frankly should be an embarrassment to Honda; our Prius, after 100k miles, still averages 45mpg. Secondly, and most disappointing, is the steering: road feel is gone. It is akin to driving a '85 LTD. So much for the Odyssey being the driver's minivan -- I suppose their feedback suggested that this is what americans want, but not this one, at any rate. Ah well, it is a minivan, after all. Just don't expect this iteration to be particularly fun to drive; it isn't. Comfortable, useful, and well designed, yes.
I for one thinks it looks better in person than on the page, and we have had many compliments from strangers on the appearance. Go figure.
But my biggest concern right now is the problem with filling up the gas. Everytime the gas station fill up the gas tank, the "click" thing from nose nozzle and it will stop filling up, I realized I am not yet totally filled up. Brought this problem to Open Road honda again and again and now service department said, they can't do anything about it. They don't see any problem.
Based on the manual, total gas capacity is 21 gals. Given a +/- 3 % allowance, it should be +/- 20.4 to 21.6 gals. Last time, I was able to run my car for another 26 miles after the gas light turns on and reach the gas station to totally filled it up. Again, the hose nozzle and it stop at 15.72 gals. According to the Open Road Technician who went with me to fill up the gas during my 2nd visit to Open road, the gas station that I go to doesn't have problem with their hose nozzle (new, actually this gas station just opened 2010) and the facility is normal. Not in anyway, elevated to cause any tilting on the pavement thereby causing the gas tank to be tilted as well. So everything is normal then.
The point is even though the car is not TOTALLY EMPTY WHEN I FILLED IT UP, given 2 gals (light turns on minus 26 more miles driving *16 mpg*)) plus 1/2 gal. allowance after the hose nozzle click (which the technician said should be), the total capacity is still 17.22 - 18.22 gals only as compared to what the Honda claim to be 21 gals.
The worst thing also is that, the meter wouldn't reach the letter "F" on the meter even if I add another half a gallon after the hose nozzle click and stop filling it up.
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Anyone found a solution to this problem yet? I do not have a remote starter, and I also unplugged my phone charger, portable navigation, etc. It has been very cold here- down to the teens, so maybe that affected it? I drove it for at least an hour today...and it still warns me.
Help please!
I would worry if your battery is low. But you won't know that until you bring it in. And I don't believe that it has anything to do with driving your vehicle. I drive mine over 50 miles a day and my warning still came on so don't believe that bull.
here..http://www.fixya.com/cars/t6897663-just_purchased_2011
It says this...
Comment:
"After having the Van check and the dealing gave the van a full charge everything was fine for a few days. It is now doing it again. We contacted the dealer and they have contacted Honda. According to my dealer this is a new feature for the 2011 and they are getting a lot of complaints. They said the low battery signal is just an indication the the battery is charging and been monitored. If problem occur with the battery a different warning will come up. They said " If Honda gets enough complaints on this feature Honda will notify the dealers to disable it"
Better luck next time.
And yes, you are right, even for the Elite, it is still a Honda, not an Aston Martin
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I expect a similar finding from IIHS soon.
http://www.autoevolution.com/news/2011-honda-odyssey-receives-iihs-top-safety-ra- - ting-30235.html
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) has just announced that model year 2011 Honda Odyssey managed to score the maximum rating in the latest crash tests conducted by the institute. The vehicle received a Good rating for protection in front, side and rear-impact crashes, wile roof strength in rollover crashes will be tested later this year.
The Odyssey reacted well to the crashes, with dummy movement well controlled in the frontal impact. "After the dummy moved forward into the frontal airbag, it rebounded into the seat without its head coming close to any stiff structure that could cause injury," IIHS said in the official results.
Although the driver and the passenger were pretty well protected, there were some forces that could have led to injuries to the lower leg, IIHS said. The vehicle thus earned Good for protection at the level of the head and the chest and acceptable when it comes to feet.
In other news, our mileage so far is only 13.9 mpg, but we do mostly in-town driving and it's winter.
If you paid $28k for an EX I think you would be pretty happy with the car. For $45k, a Lexus RX350 would give you quality and luxury that reflects the price point.
A good analogy is the Honda Accord. At the end of the day, a $30k+ Accord EXL V6 is the same car as the $18k LX model. No extra sound deadening, dash material same, etc. You can't expect top-line luxury when the car is based off an entry price point under $20k.
At this point, thinking of riding my 2003 into the ground. Still ticked off at Honda because of the tranny (although, they did pay 90%) and only GM and Ford in my local area. I honestly have no idea what car I would buy if my van got totalled.
Although I wouldn't worry about getting a 2011....I feel very confident in the build quality of my car. You should remember that most people are out & about DRIVING their trouble-free Hondas. The ones that have problems, are home researching & posting to forums!
Either way, I'm sure you'll make a great decision.
I considered buying an Odyssey LX but ended up buying an EX.
Following are the few thing made me to go for an EX:
1) On LX, the sliding door opening from inside is not a happy event.
2) The LX model doesn't have the Center & Floor Consoles, without which it looks very awkward.
Occasionally, when opening the door and switching off the vehicle after (short or long) drive,
the waring message: "bATT LOW" "SEE MANUAL" is appearing on the instrument panel.
The "b" in the message is lower case and the rest upper case.
I took it to the service and they run a diagnostic test, the battery was OK.
Is Honda is serving it's customers uncooked food?.
The other sound seems to come from the engine compartment and has a light "pinging" metallic sound that's similar to the noise made when an engine pings from using low octane gas when premium is required. It does occur most noticeably under acceleration or when under load. Tried premium gas but dfidn't notice a change.
I plan to have both noises checked at Honda when I take the car in for my first oil change. Take note DIYers, only Honda seems to have the 0W20 oil that the new 2011 engine requires and here in N. CA., it costs over $7 per quart.
High octane gas does nothing for the pinging. It's related to the VCM system which Honda should abandon.
"A full suite of safety items is standard on every 2011 Honda Odyssey. These include antilock four-wheel disc brakes for more controlled stops, plus traction and antiskid systems for surer grip off the line and in turns. The 2011 Odyssey also includes Honda’s Brake Priority Logic, a brake-override system designed to prevent unintended acceleration by prioritizing stopping power if the brake and accelerator are pressed simultaneously."
http://www.airportmarinahonda.com/2011-honda-odyssey/
Does anybody know if u can turn off the generic message /prompt when you press the talk button to give commands? In the first few weeks the prompt was helpfull,now I feel the beep would be enough.I feel like it will save time and can get the commands executed sooner.
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