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The 2005 Odyssey is less reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2005 Honda Odyssey owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"Left sliding door power lock actuator failed"
Anonymous A., AZ (2005 Honda Odyssey LX 3.5-L V6)""Car is 20 years old, have usual problems, alternator replaced, battery recently replaced, new motor mounts (ouch)and other issues.""
Anonymous A., CA (2005 Honda Odyssey EX 3.5-L V6)Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
"The idler pulley bearing on the timing chain was dry and making a noise"
Anonymous, AB (2005 Honda Odyssey Touring 3.5-L V6)""Its not resolved. I have a tiny but consistent oil drip. In the past, I had an oil leak and went in to have the oil changed and they wouldnt change it because the oil change places supposedly ended up stripping the plastic threads in the aluminum oil pan or stripped the aluminum threads in the plastic oil pan. Regardless Its a bunch of crap when they make something that they know is not a good design and it cant help but fail with the tiniest bit of over-torked oil plug or whatever, or they scam you because they seem jealous you spend so little on maintenance in general, as if they dont have plenty of business, when it takes weeks to get in someplace that seemed reputable until that happens.""
Anonymous A., ID (2005 Honda Odyssey EX 3.5-L V6)""appears to be leaking oil at times. However, my mechanic cannot find any leaks. Per youtube video this is a common problem in older hondas.""
Anonymous A., WA (2005 Honda Odyssey Unsure 3.5-L V6)Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"Serpentine belt and alternator"
Anonymous A., MI (2005 Honda Odyssey Unsure 3.5-L V6)"Alternator replacement"
Anonymous, SC (2005 Honda Odyssey LX 3.5-L V6)Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"Foaming due to O ring, replacement fixed. Several months later leak at the power steering switch, power steering presser hose replaced."
Anonymous, GA (2005 Honda Odyssey LX 3.5-L V6)"Rack leaking and supports failed. Required rack replacement."
Anonymous A., AZ (2005 Honda Odyssey LX 3.5-L V6)Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
"At 180k miles it need a total rebuilt but it wasn't too surprising, I always knew those specific transmissions were prone to failure"
Anonymous, CA (2005 Honda Odyssey Touring 3.5-L V6)Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
"Two plugs were replaced due to oil leaking into the cylinder"
Anonymous, AB (2005 Honda Odyssey Touring 3.5-L V6)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
""Both rear power doors stopped working. Honda made dumb decision that when power motors fail, the door is completely inoperable. In Toyotas, they fail to just a normal manual sliding door. This has rendered the rear completely inaccessible until the doors get repaired which has been quoted at more than the value of the vehicle.""
Anonymous, SC (2005 Honda Odyssey EX 3.5-L V6)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
"I have to refill the refrigeration every 2years."
Anonymous A., CA (2005 Honda Odyssey LX 3.5-L V6)Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
""Concern about possible electrical damage because I lifted my back hatch once after heavy rain and/ or snow and water came pouring out of the access panel for the rear lights! Apparently, its a known problem for a 2005 Honda Odyssey and maybe for the EXL specifically so I took off the covers for the access panels to let it dry out thoroughly after having left the hatch open for a few minutes to try to let it all drain out as much as possible. But most girls arent going to know to do that or even notice maybe. Most guys even.""
Anonymous A., ID (2005 Honda Odyssey EX 3.5-L V6)Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
"Has an in-dash 6-disc changer that has stopped working. It won't eject the discs that were in it or take new discs. Every time the vehicle powers on the disc changer makes odd clicking noises. The radio function still works but the CD player has been completely unusable since."
Anonymous, SC (2005 Honda Odyssey EX 3.5-L V6)Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
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"The driver's side sliding door quit working; I never fixed it because if an outrageous estimate"
Anonymous, CA (2005 Honda Odyssey Touring 3.5-L V6)