Average Reliability

2017 Honda Odyssey Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

4th Generation (RL) · 3.5L V6 (248hp) · $15,000 - $21,000

Known Issues — 2017 Honda Odyssey

MODERATE

Power sliding door motor failures

MODERATE

AC compressor failure

MODERATE

Transmission judder on 5-speed auto

MODERATE

V6 oil consumption

MODERATE

Sunroof drain clog causing headliner water damage

What to Inspect

  • Test power sliding doors
  • Test AC
  • Check transmission
  • Check oil level
  • Inspect headliner for water stains near sunroof

Expected Maintenance Costs

ServiceIntervalCost
Oil changeevery 5,000 miles$70-$100
Transmission fluidevery 60,000 miles$130-$180
Spark plugsevery 60,000 miles$120-$200
Brake pads (front)every 40,000 miles$100-$160
Sliding door motoras needed$300-$700
Coolant flushevery 100,000 miles$100-$160

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