Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2004 Honda Odyssey owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
My transmission will not shift into third fourth or fifth and I see that there is a recall on the transmission for the 2004 Honda Odysseys and I was wondering how I go about getting this repaired that's what mines doing it won't shift I have to manually shift it from 1st to 2nd as far as It can go.
My 2004 has codes relating to transmission problems, along with ongoing codes for emission problems. I have taken it in and it dose need a new transmission. It also needs emission work . I have been told that this rare with this make and model. Also the input for the gas is not working well.
Corrosion within the fuel pump wiring connector and the fuel pump retaining nut was cracked / broken. Customer complaint was stalling while driving, no start condition. Troubleshooting procedure indicated the fuel pump wiring connector was faulty the inspection revealed that the connector was corroded apparently from moisture. This issue is certainly a safety concern considering the faulty connection can cause loss of engine power -> loss of power steering, and the faulty fuel pump nut can cause gasoline fumes to escape containment which May lead to an explosion / fire. If the connector was jiggled the fuel pump would intermittently operate and or fail. …
While driving my 2004 Honda Odyssey would completley stahl without any warning, just shut off.. I got the fuel relay replaced and it still stahled numerous times but started back up soon after.. Almost causing numerous accidents just stopping while driving.. Now my van has stahled and this time it will not restart. I have looked up recalls and found one that made sense for a 2004 Honda Odyssey for a fuel pump wire thst has corrosion causing the car to stahl. My vans VIN doesnt fall under this recall....???
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would stall without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the relay pump failed. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also indicated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle would shake as the gears changed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 164,000.
Tl* the contact owns 2004 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while making a right turn, the vehicle was involved in a head on crash and the airbags did not deploy. After the failure, the contact saw and smelled gas as the SRS light illuminated on the instrument panel. A police report was filed. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The failure and current mileages were 104,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Honda Odyssey. While the vehicle was parked in the garage, a strong fuel odor was present without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 250,000.
I own Honda odessy since 09/ 2017. I replaced timing belt with one year warranty, because the previous owner did not do it. 12/09/16 I took my Honda odessy 2004 to manhattan Honda dealership for recall. I asked to Honda representative to check and tell me what is necessary to replace or repair. I knew that transmission recall for Honda odessy 2004 was open and told them to check and repair it if it is necessary, but they refused to do it they told me that my Honda has many issues and repair all necessary things will cost me $10000. The fuel pump, timing belt, which I already replaced, and transmission clutch was included in the repair list. Last month I had a very bad experience when driving this car. It was loosing power and stopping when I was driving. It was dangerous for traffic. …
My van continues to stall. The fuel pump and fuel pump relay was replaced in late September, but the van continues to have the same problem. It will start, run for 1-3 seconds, and shut down. It will take anywhere from one try one hour worth of tries to get it to start up again. The van has left my family stranded on several occasions. I have contacted the Honda dealer, and they tell me this is normal. I don't believe a vehicle with 7000 miles normally does not start, and can take up to one hour to start. They also have told me that I am flooding the vehicle-even though I am not touching the footfeet and have always driven a fuel injected vehicle. My husband and I are to the point that we do not even want the vehicle, but our dealer does not seem to take us seriously. I read a complaint that a customer filed stating metal was sent throughout her vehicles fuel lines. …
I was driving to school, and the transmission was acting funny. I drove it approximately 30 miles to our dealership. Luckily I made it. The highest speed I could go was almost 40mph. Pulled into the dealership at 8:30a.m. And waited. Was given the news that it was the transmission, and it was almost $6,000.00 to replace. They had me. Didn't know what to do...and had to pick up kids at school at 3;30p.m. Ended up sinking $40,000.00 into a new 2014 Odyssey. Boy do I feel taken! And then to find out there was a problem with Honda transmissions from 1999. I do question the transmission of the one I am driving now....it shifts funny. My 2004 also always had a fuel smell. Was concerned at times of starting it. We also paid to have the dash lights fixed....at our expense. Didn't know there was a recall on that either......darn those dealerships!!! They got us on the transmission too!!
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
On certain minivans, the fuel pump May fail due to corrosion of an electrical terminal.
Remedy: Dealers will check the electrical coupler terminal of the fuel pump. If any corrosion is found, the pump will be replaced. The recall began September 27, 2004. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Fuel System complaints in other Odyssey years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2004 Honda Odyssey?
NHTSA has 24 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2004 Honda Odyssey, 4% of the model year's 585 complaints. The component named most often is delivery › fuel pump (10 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2004 Honda Odyssey fuel system problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 04V-420 (fuel pump, Aug 27, 2004). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2004 Honda Odyssey fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 104,000 miles, and 28% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 0 injuries to fuel & propulsion system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.