ENGINE PING, DETONATION, PREIGNITION ISSUES. *TR
2009 honda Odyssey engine problems
severe 31 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
31
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
HONDA ODYSSEY OIL CONSUMPTION-I HAVE A 2009 ODYSSEY THAT CONSUMES OIL. ROUGHLY, EVERY 1,000 MILES, I AM ADDING 1 TO 2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY 3 TO 4 WEEKS. NO SPOTS ON THE GROUND. ENGINE IS CONSUMING OIL. HAVE READ THAT THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH HONDA.
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT OR CHECK OIL LIGHT WARNING LIGHTS GO ON. WHEN DEALER IMMEDIATELY CHECKS OIL UPON ARRIVING AT DEALERSHIP, DIPSTICK SHOWS NO OIL. THIS HAS OCCURRED 3 TIMES SINCE 10/09. *LN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE SERPENTINE BELT FRACTURED AND THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON TWO OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER ON TWO OCCASIONS. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED ON THE SECOND OCCASION THAT THE SERPENTINE BELT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE M…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2009 honda Odyssey?
It's a meaningful issue. 31 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $3,100.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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