2008 Honda Odyssey Steering Problems

“Following a service in which my timing belt, serpentine belt, water pump, and power steering pump were changed, the tensioner bolt was sheared off twice while I was driving. The first time that this happened, the mechanic reported that he had never seen this particular problem before. The second time that the bolt was sheared off (both events were within a week of the servicing), the mechanic informed me that he had done research and this seemed to have happened to numerous Honda Odyssey owners. …”

“My Honda Odyssey 2008 having shaky problem on the brake system after 15000 miles. The problem persists and getting worse. I've taken the car to Honda dealer and they say the car warranty only cover 12000 miles for the brake and was not as part of the 36,000 miles manufacture guarantee.”

“On august 6, 2011 I took my 2008 Honda Odyssey (33,2281 miles) in to be looked at because there was a leak under my vehicle. It was determined that the front torque oil shaft converter/transmission was leaking. Upon repair, I got home, and was experiencing the same problem. I took my van back to Honda on august 11, 2011, only to have them determine that during the initial repair they had broke one of the seals during the install. They kept my vehicle for another 3 days, and gave me a rental car during this time. …”

“Vehicle became increasingly difficult to steer at low speeds (1-5 MPH) and began making loud noise when wheel was turned all the way left or right. This is a serious safety issue because the driver is not expecting to suddenly experience difficulty turning the wheel. I complained to Honda service center where the service advisor claimed he couldn't find any problem. However, my research located that a service bulletin (10-076) and many, many, references on various forums, showing that Honda is clearly aware of the issue. …”

“I have complained about hard to steer or loss of power steering when trying to move the steering wheel from a fully left or right position when my vehicle was til under warranty (35k) with the south bay dealership but after leaving my vehicle there for 2 days they told me the is no problem with the steering wheel. Now at about 47k it becomes noticeable and almost unbelievable hard to steer the steering wheel at starting speed. All people who I have them test drive my van told me to have it fixed but I don't have money to do that.”