Here's Why No One Wants a Minivan
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- Опубликовано: 2 сен 2019
- Here's Why No One Wants a Minivan, DIY and Honda Odyssey review with auto mechanic Scotty Kilmer. Honda Odyssey minivan review. Why not to buy a Honda Odyssey. The truth about the Honda Odyssey. Should I buy a Honda Odyssey. Buying a new Honda Odyssey. Buying a used Honda Odyssey. Are minivans cool? Are minivans fun to drive? Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 51 years.
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Scotty what do thing about a2017 Honda ridgeline should I buy it.
2005 odyssey 272k miles original trans and engine. Well maintained but I think it has torque converter judder now. Engine burns a quart of oil every 4-5 k. Hoping for another year.
i got 290,000 out of a 2009 and counting original engine and transmission edit: and i tow a 3,000 pound trailer consistantly
Scotty, would you have the same opinion of the Honda Pilot? 2003-2007 I believe had the 3.5L. Also the Acura MDX around that same time? Problematic engines? What about the trans' in those?
Don't buy a Honda Odyssey because . . . pizza!
Yepp sienna are the best.
My mother currently have one. Bought it brand new in 2007.
Currently at 492K miles!
Original engine and transmission
John Le good to know. I just got an 04 with 113k on it. Still a baby in terms of miles.
I've thought about buying an older one like that. That makes me feel a lot better about the transmission.
OwlBoogie Dude, you’re in for a long ride with it. I bought my 2004 Sienna at 171k miles in 2016. I’m currently at 230k and it works great. Everyone that has made fun of me for being a dude with a Sienna has later wanted one themselves. lol Congrats on a great purchase.
Ugh! I bought a 2005 Chrysler T&C moved to the country and the rats ate the wiring. It smoked and had to trash it. I could kick myself for not buying a Toyota. The old buy American crap. Not anymore, driving a Toyota Corolla.
Nice! Sienna will last you a long time. I have a 2002 Toyots Sienna with 290K. It still has the original engine and transmission
Minivans are awesome I dont care what anyone says. Comfortable and useful 😉
We've had minivans 8 years ago, we trade in our 2000 chevy Tahoe and bought us a minivan, it more luxury and spacious and fuel effeciency.
Marco Femto At one time if you had a family you couldn’t get better it was the perfect family Vehicle but with all the suv now you can get pretty much the same thing and look good while driving them. Yeah at one time for family’s it was king of the road. And am not saying they don’t serve their purpose because they do it all depends on what you want out of it. Maybe in longer trips it would still be a better way to go.
gym shoe The woman you know must be pigs because my wife isn’t like that at all. And I keep car of are cars not here. I just got done washing and waxing my wife suv but we did have a mini van yrs ago but now she drives suv. But yeah she not a pig and neither are my daughter you must get the wrong woman but I must say suv have took over the mini van market. Even though both of my nephews wife’s have mini van but I must say they have everything tv you name it their really nice they come a long ways from when we had ares. You need to get better woman my wife is nothing like what your saying you need to do find clean ones lol. The best vans for trip are conversion vans we had one for yrs when my kids were young and on vacation you couldn’t get better tv a bed video games that was Comfort having that. But yeah suv is where most people are.
LOl!
If you were listening, he is only referring to the Honda, but recommends the Toyota minivan
12 year old Odyssey, 170k miles, still going strong. The problem with odysseys is a bunch of minor oil leaks. I fixed them, and bypassed cylinder deactivation. Gotta say, the van is as better than new in some ways!
How do you bypass cylinder deactivation? It drives me crazy when it activates
@@brian3863 vcm tuner 2/vcm muzzle
My 09 is still running great. Knowing it won’t last forever. The 2022 sucks.
Muzzling the VCM is key to increasing the longevity of this engine. The van is way nicer to drive after installing the VCM tuner. I ran the original and just upgraded to the solid state version. Do your regular transmission maintenance and the transmission should go 250,000 miles. We’re at 150,000. Plan on selling it when it hits 200,000. Going hybrid for our next mini van.
@@downforwhatever67 had a VCM Muzzler installed on my 2011 Ody....185k, best most reliable vehicle I ever owned...
Still runs like new.....My 2000 Ody was a POS..
I miss the conversion vans of the '70,s with the crazy murals painted on them.
Some of us still have them...
draft dodgers!
Ahh yes, good portable motels for your nonconsensual dating needs.
And plenty of room to "get down, get down"
🎶Do a little dance, make a little love, get down tonight 🎶
I salvaged a 2006 odyssey from the junk yard, Fixed it up and its the best vehicle I've ever had, Love it ❤🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍💯
Ok.
Even a blind squirrel finds a nut once in a while 😉
My 2005 transmission and engine were still going strong at 315k. Only replaced the timing belt, and it drove like a sports car compared to my 2011 Touring, float-boat.
@@lloydandbethbeiler8127
How much did it cost to replace the timing belt? Thanks.
I was disappointed to not see the Arnold Schwarzenegger pic when you said 'total recall' lol.
Maybe he'll be back.. Lol. 🇬🇧
I thought about it
Yea, what the hell, just saying motor on.
Welcome to Johnny cab!
I'll be Black.
I’ve had mini vans since about 1992 or so. I can’t imagine any other vehicle that would be as versatile as these. Not a lot of support for someone who needs an ego boost from what they drive.
I'm the third owner of an 05' Dodge Grand Caravan SXT. It has a little over 175K and I love it. It's previous owner was my late buddy Jim. I'm keeping it going as long as I can.
I got 214k out of my 2007 before selling it. Ran strong shifted great. Maintenance is key.
Michael Glenn that is true .. it could be any car but as long as the owner takes care of it it will last
chc754 lol not on all cars.
@@chc754 Yeah...no chief, Dodge, Chrysler, and Fiat owners are gonna have to say no on that one.
My 2003 Odyssey transmission gave up. My friend also had a 2003 and replaced the transmission twice!
My 2007 Odyssey had 216k when i traded it in. I changed the oil as scheduled, changed the timing belt once, had to replace the power steering rack under warranty and drivers window motor also under warranty. I changed the power steering o rings on the pump myself, costs were under $20, and also the a/c relay, cost was $7. Drove to Florida and back, Texas and back and finally South Dakota and back, never had any issues. I never had the transmission serviced and it shifted just fine when i traded it in. Now that said, i would not buy another one. It did use oil between changes, and for a minivan, it was uncomfortable for long road trips. I drove my mom's Sienna, and would buy it first over the Odyssey.
Scotty, it was the 1999-2004 Honda Odysseys that had problem transmissions. If you go with a 2009-2013 they are extremely reliable vehicles.
We had an ‘03 Odyssey for eight years and didn’t have a single problem with the engine or the transmission. Was a great family car for us. Went on many a trip in that thing. Am sorry to hear other people aren’t having the same flawless experience.
Now those are the years that had the transmission problems
Parents got 02 odyssey off the lot. Now it’s being maintained by a 16 yo, car has 300k miles 😂
What are the best cars, Scotty?
Scotty: Toyotas and Hondas
What are you fixing today, Scotty?
Scotty: Another broken Honda.
Lol 🤣
Scotty : because the other cars couldn't make it on the way to the shop
Because there are so many on the road still.
There's a Sienna in my driveway because of the Odyssey.
@Blasian Babies There is a Trailblazer in my driveway because of a Oldsmobile Silhouette. The silly wet ran fine with 150,000 miles on it, but the body had major rot. The T-blazer has 200K+ and well not going to replace it any time soon. But with what? I would like a pickup but the olde lady says no way. I tried to get a Transit Connect. Nope you ain't putting one those ugly things in the driveway. I think I may just go buy a Mustang stick and tell her just go lease something.
Same
I have a neighbor with an 08 who bought it new, and he's had very little trouble with it, and drives it daily as his families only car. He said he had an alternator go bad a few years ago, and some worn shocks in the rear, but again can't recall anything else major going wrong with it beyond normal maintenance.
Even a beat up junky Sienna with 300,000 miles is still better than any other minivan brand new.
It's funny though nobody wants a minivan, I've been trying to sell my 04 sienna for a while and nobody wants it. Oh well it's worth keeping it for me... I use it to transport 3 kids and I also use it to transport my band to gigs.... No problems with it at all
one of the few strong points for Chrysler is at some time, maybe late 90's some came from Factory w/ Stainless Steel Exhaust components.
"Wallowing, then wobbling.."
I've never heard you so lyrical Scotty! 🤗
What a poet, and we didn't know it 😃
Honda forgot to send Scotty a check this week.
He speaks the truth tho those vans and town and country are trash
LOL
Haha
Lmfao u had me choking 😭😭😭😭
@@luistonyvelez8376 he's a Toyota Taliban
Love 2006 odyssey, yes I've had my transmission fixed...Honda took care of me, other than that it's been rock solid...I've had it for over 1o years.
I love my 2006 odyssey too yes wear & tear u might have to pay little extra for Transmission u just have to change fluid every 60000 miles it will last long but u can’t beat it’s smooth driving and it’s class 😁😉🤩👍
Thanks for the vid. I read these details about the transmission and burning of oil and I was getting confused about some of the conflicting and positive reviews for odyssey out there, so glad to hear some reaffirmation from actual mechanic. Was leaning for Sienna, maybe a 2015 or 2014, and much closer now to that decision.
Scott, you are damn right about every thing about honda odyssey. i have a 2014 honda odyssey, it engine blew out around 3 years normal drive and was repaired under warranty. From day 1, the engine leaks slowly and ruined 2 alternators already(the alternator got heavy grease all over it and worked over hot ish all the time and it gave up every two year). Last weekend, my husband put the 3rd alternator into it and I am praying this thing last little bit longer before I get enough money to buy another car.
Used Sienna prices just doubled!
Let's not get carried away, nobody buys one unless they absolutely have to.
Please no doubling. I'm trying to buy one, even before this video!
@@ljohns9143 I'm looking for one now. Cheaper and less abused than a used mid size truck. Plus the stealth of a minivan keeps the cops attention elsewhere.
@NoH8 Lol
trippled now
Scotty my family own 2008 Honda odyssey it's 250k miles on it, yes transmission is shifting hard, but the engine doesn't eat any oil and engine still works like a clock
You must take good care of it and drive conservatively. Good job 👍
That's a cute anecdote.
Which doesn't negate the vast amount of data that has been collected that shows Honda had huge problems with their transmissions for so many years..
We are on our 3rd odyssey, I think they are great. Just sold our second one this week, it had 267k miles and ran good I just got my wife a newer one.
This guy just hates anything that's not Toyota
We've had an '08 Pilot since 2010. Bought it with 30,000 miles on it and it's been great. It has almost 200,000 miles on it and other than replacing the alternator and radiator we've just done routine maintenance to it. It still runs and shifts very smoothly. I do change the Transmission fluid every 60,000 miles though so that might be part of it. It was starting to use oil but I replaced the PCV valve at 187,000 miles and now it's not using any oil between changes anymore.
I had an 09 Honda Odyssey. I had to change out both the cv axles, an alternator, and the alignment was always out. Yes I had it aligned. It only had 70,000 miles. Should have bought a sienna
2005 Odyssey here with 140K miles. Not a single issue ever. Just regular fluid changes and maintenance.
08 with 155k+. Regular maintenance done.
Weird since I have a 2007 Odyssey with over 200k miles and still running strong. Only issue I've had is the power sliding door jamming up.
06 Honda Odyssey with 150k miles ND just had to replace the original axles and still runs super strong. Love my odyssey
Imma stop stealing exotic cars and imma start stealing minivans thanks Scotty :)
Make sure there are no kids in the back.
Good for drivebys
@eimb1999 Emmas sister. Lol
Thanks Scotty, I imagine you just saved me alot of money! The wife and I had settled on an odyssey bc of how much we enjoy her Accord. Subscribed 👍
I’ve got a 2000 Odyssey. 292,000 miles, original transmission and engine. I changed transmission fluid every 15,000 miles and oil every 5,000.
I agree with Scotty. Honda Odyssey is the worst. It took 10 years for Odysseus to return to the island of Ithaca from Troy.
When you're a nerd but you like cars. :-/
I love my Odyssey 250k trouble free miles..cold air ..sweet ride
His warranty was long expired
LOL!
XD BRUH XD XD
Scotty is so right; the first transmission at 50k miles and second at 116k miles...very disappointed in Honda
so, that's basically four grand above and beyond sale price
@@jstewart627mine is at 240k it has kept up pretty well
@Not My Name True, Mine is an 09. Yours is one from the bad years.
@Not My Name I'm at 250k
222,000 miles on my Honda transmission. Did you maintain it?
Scotty, I've been trying to decide between. An Odyssey and Sienna. Been worried about potential transmission issues as I'd be getting around a year 2005 one. I feel a lot better leaning towards the Sienna now. I think that's what I'll do. You are the best!
I love the sienna minivans. I never had any major problems with my 2013 sienna.
Answered all the questions I've even had on minivans! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK! SUBBED & BELLED!
Im loving my used 2017 Sienna SE! In a world of SUV's, minivans are the way to go.
My dads 2005 sienna has 195k miles on it.
I'm gonna go with that one too!
@@ashleechan22 I got one last year and it's been great.
I have the same van!
I just bought a 2016 sienna limited because of Scotty! Love it! I did not even look at another car brand!
My folks had an 88 Dodge Grand Caravan with a mitsu 3.0 V6. They got over 300,000 miles out of it. They loved it.
We have 425000 miles on our 2005 Odyssey. We changed out the transmission at 300000. I have it pimped out just the way I like with aftermarket upgrades and sheepskin seat covers. Love the power, ride, and turn radius on these vans. Run it with premium fuel and regular oil changes, and it will last forever.
Scotty doesn't always eat pizza, but when he does it's from an Italian American IN New York City 😂👍🏻
He flys to New York to eat pizza... seems legit 👍
I have 70K miles on my 2013 EX-L Odyssey and it is doing well, no problems so far. Bought it used as well 4 years ago for only $23K and thought I did pretty good. I guess we will see how it does in the coming years.
I bought an 05 Odyssey new, and it now has 144K miles. no major problems (knock wood). I can't complain about it. It's been very reliable.
Scotty.....I have an Odyssey with 208,000 miles on it...and still going strong....Regular maintenance is the key of course as you always preach!!!!!
Talk about true! My Odyssey just blew it's second Trans! Just didn't know! Wish I saw this video 5 years ago!
I got very lucky. Bought my 2003 Odyssey in 2005, still going strong. No issues mentioned in this video. Real lucky. 307,000 miles so far. But I've been religious on maintenance with my vehicles, including my 1986 Honda V65 Magna.
I have always owned Honda sedan vehicles, both Civic and Accord and I have always been happy. My 1997 Honda Accord has 300 K miles on it and it recently passed a smog. So, Scotty is right. They make the best engines, but smaller 4 cylinder ones. Recently, I have been looking for a mini van. I knew the Honda mini vans were notorious for their transmission, but after seeing this video, I am only going to look for a Sienna. Good video!
Scotty, you tell it like it is! Love your videos! (newer and older)
I'm on my third Odyssey.
The 2004 model I drove to 349,500 miles when a head gasket went out. Other than that it never burnt any oil and the transmission had no problems.
The second one was a 2006 model that I drove trouble free to 305,000 miles when I thought the transmission went out. But it turned out to be a corroded Steel line between the transmission and the cooler. I replaced it with a rubber hose and the transmission was fine.
Now I have a 2011 Odyssey, that went trouble free from 142,000 to 180,000 in one year.
I always used Mobil 1 extended, that I changed every 12- to 15,000 miles.
The first 2 you got may have been ok because they are older but the newer ones as Scotty says are no good.
Cant stand how my 2011 handles compared to my 2005. Steering way too light, and it floats (bounces) going down the road...
Not to mention how many alternators I see go out and where they positioned makes it a pain to get too.
Dixie Normous don’t worry it’s tough. Takes about two hours. You have to pull the radiator fan. Mine went out right at 100k. And you have to buy the Honda one for 500 the aftermarket ones don’t hold up. Ask me how I know.
Great film-making! Thanks
Very interesting, hadn't heard any bad about the engine in these before. My mom has owned one for 70,000 miles without any major trouble. Yes the transmission is weak, but no engine issues with 110,000 miles on the clock. Just did a timing belt job a few weeks ago.
We just bought a Sienna last month and we love it !
I think that Matt Foley lives in one of these down by the river.
HAHAHA Good One
Hahaha😂😂😂
He's stuck by the river because his transmission blew
We LOVE our Toyota Sienna. The first one, a 2008 bought new, had zero problems for 288K until a deer jumped out in front of us and totalled it. EVERY safety system worked that night and saved us. What did we buy? A used 2013 Sienna with 90K miles and have had NO problems with it for over 18 months now and 140K on the odometer.
I've had my 2012 Odyssey Touring van for five years and I love it.
Our 2010 Honda Odyssey Touring is still going strong with 137,780 miles on it. So far no majors issues, knock on wood. We also had a 2003 Odyssey EXL that had 183,890 miles on it when we traded it in.
I have this exact van. Mine has the extra transmission cooler thingy and as far as I know (I inherited it from my parents) it's never had issues with the transmission or burning oil. My parents were pretty vigilant about maintenence visits with their own mechanic too. It's almost at 200,000 miles right now and there are admittedly a few problems like one of the sliding doors was giving me trouble for awhile and literally fell off the other day. Overall though I'd say my experience with it has been positive.
I still like my 2005 Odyssey. The engine and AT are still great, humming among just like when they are new. Still the best vehicle in my family fleet even after 15 years. My in-law had their 2002 Odyssey’s (known AT problem) running to 200k miles before trading them in for another Odyssey and CRV. Do not like Sienna sloppy handling and transmission shifting. It felt unsafe for me in emergency situations. With proper maintenance, I got the rattle trap 1997 GM van running for 21 years before giving it away. My neighbor’s kid is still driving it. Every design has problems. But one needs to take care of the vehicles to make sure they last a long time
You sound like a Chevy dealer.
Drove a sienna and it was amazing!!! Super quick too!
Love my Odesyey! And it's the older model Odesseys 2011 plus models are awesome.
Stick to the maintenance schedule and it will last forever.
Yes all the ones he shows are old as hell and beat to hell. What about the modern ones that are not 15 to 20 years old. Lol
Who else remembers when the Honda Odyssey was that sick off-road go cart?
Oh hell yeah. And it’s brother, the FL400R Pilot, which I had in 89 and broke my wrist flipping end over end over end...it was a glorious crash at a new highway construction site.
You are wise and mega entertaining! Your unbiased and unfiltered recommendations are just spot on!
Unbiased my foot he is Toyota biased
So Scotty, I am so happy you stated that the Sienna crushes the Odyssey for reliability. I was responsible for picking out of a vehicle for someone who only had $6000 cash, which included the money for the taxes etc. She also had a family with children. At first I was leaning towards the Corolla since I knew I had to buy a high mileage vehicles and those last a long time. They had a 2006 Corolla for the same price as the Sienna, but it had rust on the rims and the engine seemed to make a little of a rattle noise. I also used the screwdriver to check the bottom of the vehicles for rust as well. :) Then I decided on the Sienna. Found one, a 2006 Toyota Sienna for $5300 with 155K miles. That dealership also had the Odyssey for the same amount, but I remembered what you said about the Honda Odyssey, so I decided not to even look at the Odyssey and go with the Sienna.
Tell us what happened after that?
What happened after that?
Did it end up being reliable for her?
I’ll stick with my Toyota 4Runner
Lol
Chus Papi Hahahaha definitely
Jeeping Down Under
Like your channel man.
I use to have a WJ myself.
Same! 1998 with 320k miles
Boring
I love Honda, but Toyota’s make some pretty awesome trucks.
I had a 2014 Odyssey with the 6 speed. It was a great van and the engine was silky smooth after 129k. No transmission problems either. I believe the problems you are speaking of are mostly limited to the 5 speed and older engines.
2nd generation
Scotty. Absolutely hilarious, thanks for the info. I will be buying a Toyota Sienna and definitely not an Odyssey nor Pacifica
Do some research first instead of watching 1 video. Dummy
@@colemancalgary5260 cuz Scotty is the fuckin' man!!!😘😘😘
#4:58 "sure there is nothing as horrid as the Crystler minivans, I mean those are just instantly self-destructing vehicles" - haha love it!
I've got a 2013 Grand Caravan. Love it. The only thing that worries me, is the VVT.
Well, that's answered a question! I'm planning a cross-country trip taking a few months and was deciding between a Sienna and an Odyssey. So, Sienna it is..
We had a 2005 Odyssey from new up to 105k miles. Aside from the recalls we had no issues, ran smooth and powerful. We bought a 2016 Certified Used with 22k miles, now up to 40k. No issues, rides like a dream. However, it doesn't jump off the line like the '05 did. At the time we were buying, the Sienna (options galore) with the same features was $4k more each time. Not sure why Scotty gave such a different price perspective. I live in SoCal.
I love Honda odysseys. I’ve had 3 of them so far. I put in the Lucas transmission stop slip and have never had any transmission problems.
Love my grand caravan! Cheap to buy, spacious and comfortable. So far she's been a treat. Over 150,000km now. Sure you get what you pay for, but I been real happy with mine.
What year may I ask? I have an old 96 Plymouth Voyager base model with 235 000kms.
Scotty giving Honda a bashing. Trying to get back in the Celica's good books are ya? Lol. 🇬🇧
Big Ben Hahahaha pretty much
I've had two Odyssey MiniVans (15 years) -- with little or no problems. No Trans problems at all. Loved them. Had to go with Sienna 2016 since Odyssey no longer has a gear shift. I did have to replace a power steering pump in 2016. But no problems at all.
'09 Odyssey owner here. Yes, transmission went out before 100k. Has a slew of other problems as well. Next minivan will be a Sienna.
You ESPECIALLY don't want any Chrysler mini van. Their transmissions are horrid
I agree, I have a 2012 T&C and Ive had the damn transmission services 4 times in the 6 years I’ve owned her. 2 rebuilds and two torque converter. I only keep her because my wife can’t part from it, but as for me, I wanna bash the windows in every time I see it. Apart from transmission Ive had a lot of electrical grimlins that started from the damn fuse box shorting out.
rbagel55 Chrysler overall is pretty bad lol
Tell me about it. Theres a reason shes my winter beater ;)
I have a 2010 t&c 3.3L. Never had any transmission issues. I also had a 2007 pt cruiser no transmission issues. Only reason that one is gone is because the timing belt broke.
I own one 😢 , with 220k on it still run like a brand new you can’t even hear the engine is running hope will last long
You should never bought it 😂
Maybe it's not.
yeah me too 160k and runs like butter, I service it a lot and it runs like a dream everything shifts well and the most comfy car I've ever driven. Its actually amazing
antonio ledesma trust me if i didn’t have 3 kids and much more easy for the wife I wouldn’t buy minivan in general
Kobbe Berko true just keep doing the maintenance and drive it normal it will last for ever
I just brought one 2008 exl ! And now my check Engine light came on ! It’s really nice I hope I can fix the problem it got ! I need it for my family and kids
I got a 2003 Toyota sienna,, missing 3 hubcaps,, 6 dents, 3 seat tears, stained carpet, lopsided headlights, warn out right rear strut.. the thing is still running like a champ,, I cant wait for it to just stop running.
I'm with you on the older Honda transmissions, but your wrong on that J-Series engine your looking at. If you keep the oil changed, they're bullet proof. Used in lots of Honda and Acura products and they'll run forever if you take care of them. Also, the transmissions weren't that bad either if you kept the fluid changed often.
I agree,the electronic oil life change is very long, in the ten thousand miles, with synthetic oil, i change every six thousand and trans oil every twenty
Yup on the Acura TL
Engine oil consumption, power steering pump, CV axles, torque converter, engine mounts, spark plugs fouled. They broke down before 50,000 miles. Odyssey is not reliable. You spend thousands to keep it running right.
I agree 100 percent. I have a VCM accord j series, use high quality oil keep the oil levels where it should be, the engine will be fine. I'm willing to bet that around 90 percent of the population open their hoods for two reasons: one when they about to go on a long trip or two when it dont start overheating or making loud noises. We can talk about reliability all day but let's be honest people dont look after their vehicles. Yes I know Toyota can take neglect better but some vehicles needs a little more attention. I agree the j series is solid they can go 300 to 400 thousand miles when maintained properly. After around 2005 the transmissions in the honda Acura line up has gotten way better.
I think the original 3rd gen vans, the 05 and 06 could have problems. I kept my oil changed WAY more than the oil life indicator wanted, and my engine suffered VTEC failure at 150,000 miles. It got noisier as it aged. Finally, the van got stuck in cylinder deactivation mode, stuck running on 3 cylinders. The cost to fix it was too much, so I junked the van. Later Odysseys I noticed added a 2nd VTEC solenoid I believe to help with the problem. I did not have transmission issues myself, but I converted it to Valvoline Maxlife Synthetic ATF with Lubegard Red added to it also. The plug/magnet was gnarly the first drain I did to get the Z1 fluid out. I did a couple drain and fills with the Maxlife and the trans loved it. The next time I changed it, it did not have that crap on the magnet. I do know people who's transmissions went out early, but mine held. I credit the Maxlife with that.
He's right about this Odysseys I had one and everything started with the transmission and noises
Hi Scott what do you think of the honda element with a 2.4 engine would love to here your take on it, thanks in advance and keep up the good work, I really enjoy your videos
You just pissed off a lot of high-priced Engineers at Honda LOL
Good. Maybe they’ll make them better then.
And rightly so.!!!!
They should be more worried that we’re Pissed Off, for building a piece of crap for years!!! About time to fix it!!!
But they won’t, cause it’s part of the business model. Once people stop buying, thats when they’ll adjust for a period.
Good!!! They need to do better.
I bet it was greedy managers overriding the engineers expertise.
When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza that's a Toyota!
i surrrrrrrre thank ya for the heads up, Dr. Scotty!!!
Scotty, love your videos and knowledge.
I have a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan GT, 63,000 miles and I'm having problems with the check engine light showing PO302=cylinder 2 misfire. Can you talk about this and the resolution?
2nd vid now Ive seen a cat in your driveway lol lets see it some more!!
I like minivans , I have been driving them for the past 25 years. They are the most versatile and practical vehicles out there.
I will like to hear your opinion on the 2017 Honda civic turbocharge engine that dilutes oil with gasoline.
The 2008 Odyssey had the 5 speed transmission. I read about the transmission problems and went with a used 2014 Odyssey with the more reliable 6 speed transmission. The improved crumple zones versus the 2013 helped me make that decision.
Now the problematic transmissions are the ZF 9 speed transmissions in the Pilot, Ridgeline, some Acuras, Jeeps, Fiats, etc. I expect the current Honda Odyssey transmission, the 10 speed, to be more reliable the the ZF built transmission.
Hey Scotty, I'm thinking about a 2012 or newer Toyota Sienna, what are the pro's and con's that you can share about them specifically? Much appreciated!
Scotty, I like your channel and your videos are usually very good and what you say about car Manufacturers is generally true.... BUT YOU HAVE TO BE MORE SPECIFIC ABOUT THE YEAR OF THE HONDA ODYSSEYS' you are talking about!...
There were only a few years that were defective.. NOT ALL MODEL YEARS of the older Honda Odyssey Vans were bad. They resolved problems (in later years) ... I wish you would be more specific instead of generalizing so much.
Bad years 2005 to 2008
That goes for all cars though not just Honda. He generalizes every make.
@@eppyz except ALL Fiat Chryslers are crap, no matter the year.
JNS4444 before 2005
@@jgfergus my van is not a fiat Chrysler rather a Daimler/Chrysler. I agree with you on certain models but the Caravan is a good van and to date the Chrysler pacifica's the number one rated van currently and has been since it came out. Reliability is subjective. Keep that in mind.
Thank you, Scotty!
Love my 2016 odyssey, 120k on it so far, regular maintenance all by myself, great van except low ground clearance, super comfortable drive.
Quick questions: What about the newest ones such as 2020/2019? They still have the same issues?
I’m at 169k on my Acura TL v6 and they used the same trans or very very similar and the same engine too. Except it’s a 3.2l only the type s has a 3.5
LOVE our automatic 2006 Honda Odyssey EX-L. 180K miles and going strong. Can carry 7 people with luggage uphill and pass other cars. The thing is a beast and workhorse!
I have my odyssey since it’s have 105,000 and now have 285 thousand miles,with no problems on motor and transmission,thanks good ,and I love it so much ,so that’s pending on the trust you have on it.👍🏻
Wouldn’t be a Scotty video without a Chrysler diss thrown in 😂🤣😂🤣
Sienna all day! Same engine/trans as the lexus RX350 and toyota highlander.
What a neat, informative video! No wonder u have 3M subscribers, is some good quality expert advice here. :) My moms Aerostar would make that signature sound w/the power-steering every time you turn lol. Minivans are fun tho. Thx for the advice!
My 2007 Odyssey bought new now with 223K no transmission issues. I can tell by looking at the rpm gauge when it shift and the noise and feel when driving. Don't make me wrong, I took care a lot of other minor issues and engine oil leak, but nothing wrong with transmission so far.
Still going strong.
Thank you for making my decision A LOT easier Scotty!! I am going with a Toyota sienna!!🤙😜
Me too did you buy one? How is it holding up if so?
@@May13Tiffanyyy I sure did, we love it, and it holding up very well!🤙