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5FNRL38729B••••••2009 Honda ODYSSEY
This build draws 2.8× more complaints than the average 2009 Honda ODYSSEY build (8 vs 3).
8on this build
175on the model
62builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reportedEngine 4Service Brakes 1Hydraulic 1Electrical System 1
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemfireJan 2014
We owned a 2009 honda odyssey . This vehicle has been maintained well for years at honda dealerships. I have purchased extended warranty for 120k miles on this vehicle since we were planning to use this vehicle for a long time. Last time I had any work done on this car was in…
SteeringJan 2023
Twice during the last year, the bolt securing the drive belt tensioner has broken while driving the vehicle. This results in loss of steering, electrical, and cooling of the engine. The first time the incident occurred on a stretch of rural highway where the lone occupant had to…
StructureJan 2020
The liftgate does not always stay in the up position. It lifts to the top and then drops quickly with no resistance. It seems worse when the outside temperature is colder (below 40-50 degrees f. There was a recall on the gas struts in about 2012. I called vic bailey honda in…
Electronic Stability Control (esc)Jan 2020
Burns excessive oil under normal driving conditions and constantly adding oil. In addition the check oil and/or check engine warning lights do not come. Several occasions have found it bone dry
EngineApr 2017
Excess oil useage, fouled plugs. Repairs offered are only a temporary fix, according to my mechanic
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5FNRL38729B004003 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.