CarRecallWatchThe 2004 Honda Odyssey has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 585 complaints with NHTSA, including 41 crashes, 6 fires, 45 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (224 reports).
2004 Honda Odyssey recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Shrapnel
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture because its propellant can degrade over time after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature swings.
Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shards
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles may rupture due to propellant degradation after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature cycling.
Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture during deployment because of a manufacturing error.
Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly in a Crash
A front passenger air bag may have been installed incorrectly when it was replaced, so it may not deploy properly in a crash.
Passenger Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator can be affected by moisture intrusion and manufacturing variability.
Air Bags May Deploy Unexpectedly While Driving
A component in the air bag control module may fail because of electrical noise.
Most common 2004 Honda Odyssey problems
Problem areas named in the 585 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 224 |
| Air Bags | 111 |
| Structure | 55 |
| Electrical System | 53 |
| Engine | 50 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 24 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 23 |
| Seats | 23 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 22 |
| Unknown Or Other | 19 |
What owners report
On XXX while traveling at approximately 50 mph on a smooth highway, both front airbags and the seatbelt pretensioners spontaneously deployed and exploded without warning. There was absolutely no collision, crash, road debris, or pothole impact. There were no vehichles in front or behind me. The vehicle continued smoothly for 100 yards post-blast. The vehicle's exterior and undercarriage remain completely undamaged. COMPONENTS FAILED: The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) electronic control unit failed catastrophically. The explosive blast shattered the windshield, locked the seatbelt assemblies, and inflicted immediate blast-induced acoustic trauma/severe tinnitus. The vehicle is complet
The contact owns a 2004 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The contact pulled over to the right side of the roadway, turned off the vehicle for approximately 30-minutes before restarting the vehicle; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to her residence. The failure had occurred several times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 284,000.
The contact owned a 2004 Honda Odyssey equipped with Michelin CrossClimate 2Â Tires, Tire Size 255/60R112VXL, DOT Number: Not Available. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an unknown speed and turning a corner, the front driver's side tire suddenly blew out, causing the vehicle to roll a few times, then flip, crashing into a tree where it came to a stop. The air bags did deploy. The driver sustained a fracture to the neck, and he was declared deceased on the scene. The vehicle was towed and totaled. A police report was filed. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Iâve seen several recalls on the transmission for Honda odysseys that are 2004 just like mine . My transmission has been horrible for the entire time Ive had it. When accelerating, it jumps super hard from 1st into 2nd gear. switching from first gear to 2nd. Sometimes I have to manually switch it into D3 just to get the vehicle moving again. Iâve found this to be pretty scary at times . Iâve searched and searched to see if I had a recall for the transmission and I havenât but It did show the SRS system recall which I did have serviced. Iâm making this complaint because I feel like my vehicle has been affected and overlooked
SRS light is on they said it was the air bag or riverside buckle
2004 Honda Odyssey questions
Does the 2004 Honda Odyssey have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2004 Honda Odyssey: Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Shrapnel; Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shards; Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly in a Crash; Passenger Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Honda Odyssey?
Based on 585 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (224), Air Bags (111), Structure (55).
How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Honda Odyssey has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.