10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
4 / 0
Average Mileage:
53,700 miles

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2006 Honda Odyssey steering problems

steering problem

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2006 Honda Odyssey Owner Comments (Page 1 of 6)

problem #109

Apr 092022

Odyssey

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

One main problem I have consistently noticed is signs someone other than me is getting in my car or leaving at least impression they did inside the car alot although I am the only one supposed to have a key. It was happening so much I paid Lafontaine Honda more than $1000 to change out the keys including the ignition but that hasnt resolved the problem. I still see normal evidence they are actually touching things inside my car and even stealing alot of fuel which they took so much last night it was ridiculous. I keep sending my local police reports and photos of as much as I can using the tipline and they never contact me back like they either ignoring, staying anonymous, or have no time to read my messages. They fuel is being stolen everytime I fill the tank by someone nearbye. The next issue is that there is a malfunction clearly feels like it is inside the steering wheel mechanics and not my tires that something or one is overriding the steering when I am on the freeway and highway jerking me in the direction of other vehicles when they start passing me like they trying to make them think I am threatening to hit them or threatening me to cause a collision. Exactly how it feels. They were even doing it to lyrics in the music while I was driving alot the whole trip there and back. The car seems very insecure. I see also that other people in like models cars locally are popping up on me like they have a gps on me and that is threatening. The steering wheels ignition switch was checked and I told them of the intrusion problems but they offered me no solution. Insurance is not helping me with repairs of anything and wont even offer me an option to get me discounts on car repairs or inspection help. I cant even report that type of stuff. Police also wont inspect a car but sends me away to a mechanic all the time. I think the previous owner may have modded a bunch of the parts but it is my car and should only be responding to me. Not others.

- Westland, MI, USA

problem #108

Nov 142018

Odyssey

  • 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the power steering malfunctioned causing the steering wheel to become very difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering pump hose had malfunctioned causing a power steering fluid leak. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.

- Dublin, OH, USA

problem #107

Jul 292021

Odyssey

  • miles
ECO system causes vehicle front end to shake when activated thought it was wheel balance and nothing front alignment and still does the same thing

- Attleboro , MA, USA

problem #106

Jan 172020

Odyssey

  • 160,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Power steering is making noise but have power steering fluid

- Middletown, NY, USA

problem #105

Aug 052012

Odyssey

  • miles
Power steering is hard to turn while parking

- Melville, NY, USA

problem #104

Nov 262018

Odyssey

  • 200,000 miles
High pressure hoses

- Carol Stream, IL, USA

problem #103

Aug 012018

Odyssey

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Engine leaking oil and smoke appears when the van is on seats feel loose

- Forest Hill, MD, USA

problem #102

Jan 012018

Odyssey

  • miles
When starting or parking car P/S does not work. Also loud grinding noise when turning. Had pressure hose changed. Situation getting worse and is becoming dangerous. From mu mechanic and the internet learned that Honda had silent recall but was never notified and that recall was up to 100K. This is a saftey issue and a mandatory recall should be launched. This seems to be a common problem from what I have been reading. This has been going on for some time.

- West Hempstead, NY, USA

problem #101

Apr 032018

Odyssey

  • 183,548 miles
Upon acceleration of the vehicle on all roads there is an uncontrollable shaking. From a complete stop or from driving and trying to accelerate,

- Steger, IL, USA

problem #100

May 222017

Odyssey

  • 135,816 miles
Vehicle steering is stiff on slow turns and parking. Steering column vibrates at a high rate of speed. Tie rods have been replaced. New tires, rotors and brake pads have also been replaced. High pitched sound also comes from steering column while idling in stationary position. Moisture appears around O-ring leading into the steering fluid pump. Regular maintenance has already been performed since purchase (new in April 2006). The steering issue concerns me as the 'symptoms' come and go. I've talked with others who have same model/year and they experience same problem. Honda owes it to their customers to issue a recall on this 2006 Honda Odyssey power steering problem. It's a costly repair that seems to be prevalent in quite a few 2006 Odyssey's. service records for this vehicle are in owners possession.

- Springfield, OH, USA

problem #99

Jan 312017

Odyssey

  • 51,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2006 Honda Odyssey. While driving at low speeds, the power steering failed without warning and was unable to turn. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 51,000.

- Elk Grove, CA, USA

problem #98

Sep 302009

Odyssey

  • 33,000 miles
Have had this vehicle since new (July 2006). Vehicle/steering/wheels experience significant vibration at 65 to 70mph. Have changed tires, all suspension parts and nothing seems to solve this problem. Been going on since vehicle was new. Have been to dealership many many times and spent a lot of money based on dealership service recommendation but still problem persists. This vehicle is defective and Honda needs to issue recall for this generation of Odyssey as I have read about this issue with many owners of this same type vehicle.

- St. Petersburg, FL, USA

problem #97

Oct 212016

Odyssey

  • 95,650 miles
Power steering stiff at low speeds or parking and very loud howling noise, mechanic state there is a recall but I do not see any, almost had numerous accidents due to this issue of stiff steering and unable to turn

- West Covina, CA, USA

problem #96

Jan 012014

Odyssey

  • miles
At low speeds the power steering is very tight and difficult to turn the wheel. Example: Parallel parking.

- Greenlawn, NY, USA

problem #95

Aug 102016

Odyssey

  • 58,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Odyssey. While driving 20 mph, the vehicle lost steering ability. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 58,000.

- Forest Park, IL, USA

problem #94

Oct 062015

Odyssey

  • 135,000 miles
My van makes a very loud whining noise when in motion and turning the wheel

- Spotsylvania, VA, USA

problem #93

Apr 012015

Odyssey 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 105,000 miles
The rear lower motor mounts wear out prematurely and cause unwanted vibrations and steering play. This is a known issue and has not been rectified. The dealership charges $800 to replace the defective parts.....updated 11/13/15 updated 11/17/15.

- Clarksville, TN, USA

problem #92

Sep 132006

Odyssey

  • miles
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Odyssey. While driving at an unknown speed, the front end of the vehicle started to vibrate violently and pulled to the side without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where unknown repairs were performed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was not provided. The VIN was not available.

- Gretna, LA, USA

problem #91

Jun 012015

Odyssey 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 103,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Odyssey. While driving approximately 5 mph, there was an abnormal rattling sound and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000. Updated 8/10/15

- Ripley , WV, USA

problem #90

Sep 302009

Odyssey

  • miles
During 9/2009, I was informed by other driver's of my Honda Odyssey 2006 of difficulty turning my steering wheel at low speeds. I wondered about it and began to notice that I also had difficulty turning the steering wheel at low speeds especially while entering or leaving a parking space. In 9/2011, I had the steering examined and was told by the Honda dealership that the power steering pump needs to be replaced and is inoperable at low speeds. Apparently, american Honda issued a warranty extension for this issue of which I was not informed. This warranty extended the time frame for replacement of the power steering pump to 100,000 miles or 7 years. By 2011, I had 160,602 miles on my vehicle and was closer to the 100,000 mile mark back in 2009. In 2012, I was informed by another car repair shop of the warranty extension with encouragement to call american Honda. I did and was told that I didn't qualify, but could find document of the diagnosis and call back. In 2015, I find my receipt from Honda dealership from 9/2011 diagnosing the problem. I call american Honda. Their representative is polite, listens to my story, places me on hold then returns to the line and tells me that this will still not be covered. I have been "negligent" since not contacting american Honda back after my first call in 2012 or having the car repaired for this issue. Obviously, I want american Honda to assist since this is not an inexpensive repair. I understand their stance and wish they were more responsive to loyal customers. I have not experienced an accident due to the power steering pump not working correctly, but have worried at times especially when making turns and backing out of spaces. Through this complaint, I am hoping that further investigation might occur which will cause the replacement of the power steering pump to become a recall versus a warranty extension.

- Maidens, VA, USA

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