2003 Honda Odyssey Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 1%of 914 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 73,600miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the equipment of the 2003 Honda Odyssey, 1% of the 914 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 73,600 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Mansfield motor group of mansfield , ohio replaced a srs unit on my Honda that was done so that Honda corp. Could collect information off of this unit . When they brought this unit on line , there was was a passenger seat air bag / sensor alert and they wasn't able to clear this indication . They did some trouble shooting procedures to no avail . I was informed of this problem and was told that the sensor replacement would cost me app. $ 1000..00 , in which I refused and told them to put back the old unit that had no issues concerning the that or any other sensor . …”
NHTSA complaint #10759958, filed 2015-08, 174,700 miles“I bought a used 2003 Honda Odyssey from power Honda of valencia in december 2007. In april 2008 the car would not shift out of second gear or go faster than 35 MPH. The rpms would rev very high 5k+. I took it into the dealer and they said it needs a new transmission. American Honda offered me a 25% discount on a rebuilt transmission, but I just bought the car 4 months ago and I feel that others are having the same problem leading me to believe that they are bad Honda transmission.”
NHTSA complaint #10226594, filed 2008-05, 77,000 miles“The radio in the consumer's 2003 Honda Odyssey shorted out shortly after the vehicle was purchased. The cd player was replaced. The consumer detected an electrical problem form the beginning. There were problems with the electric slide doors, tail gate displayed a constant chime while the vehicle was in motion, as if it was not closed. The dealership never find anything wrong with the vehicle. The consumer requested her money back.”
NHTSA complaint #10115578, filed 2005-03“2003 Honda Odyssey smoke coming out of the cd player. Consumer states that she smelled burning plastic. Dealer stated they could find nothing wrong. She found 6 service bulletins for this problem on the internet.”
NHTSA complaint #10226272, filed 2008-05“Problems with vehicle's transmission and air conditioner. Other problems included the passenger seat moving when the vehicle stops or starts. Transmission surged on occasions. The air conditioner failed as a result of a hole in the condenser which could've been caused by debris. This repair wasn't covered under warranty. When the seats were checked, the mechanic stated it was normal due to other Odyssey vehicle's on the lot with moving seats. After the fact, the consumer felt as though all problems or concerns were not repaired.”
NHTSA complaint #10040230, filed 2003-09Related service bulletins
- 10186009Jan 23, 2021"Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant Gas Leak Detector -Ultrasonic Leak Detector -Leak Dye"
- 10139571May 25, 2018Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty…
- 10139568May 24, 2018Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty…
- 10130038Jan 10, 2018Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.
- 10127352Jan 10, 2018Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.
- 10118539Sep 26, 2017Tech line summary article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.
- 10100421Nov 22, 2016Service bulletin - navigation system information.
- 10086306Sep 7, 2016Posters sent to hawaiian independent repair facilities, automotive part stores, car washes, and gas stations to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment…
- 10086291Sep 7, 2016Flyer circulated to the residents of hawaii to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
- 10086288Aug 29, 2016Letter sent in conjunction with the florida highway safety and motor vehicles department to remind florida owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their…
Equipment: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 0% |
| 2022 | 1 | 1% |
| 2020 | 2 | 0% |
| 2019 | 1 | 0% |
| 2018 | 1 | 0% |
| 2017 | 1 | 3% |
| 2015 | 1 | 0% |
| 2013 | 2 | 1% |
| 2012 | 2 | 1% |
| 2011 | 2 | 1% |
| 2010 | 3 | 1% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 7 | 1% |
| 2007 | 28 | 3% |
| 2006 | 49 | 7% |
| 2005 | 40 | 5% |
| 2004 | 4 | 1% |
| 2003 | 8 | 1% |
| 2002 | 9 | 1% |
| 2001 | 10 | 2% |
| 2000 | 6 | 1% |
| 1999 | 8 | 2% |
| 1996 | 2 | 3% |
| 1995 | 3 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2003 Honda Odyssey
533 complaintsAir bags
131 complaintsElectrical system
81 complaintsEngine cooling
44 complaintsBody and structure
40 complaintsEngine
32 complaintsOther or unknown
31 complaintsVehicle speed control
30 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
26 complaintsSeat belts
21 complaintsFuel system
17 complaintsBrakes
14 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 Honda Odyssey
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology