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1997 Honda Odyssey Wipers & Visibility Problems

2 owner-reported wipers & visibility complaints from NHTSA data

2
Complaints
1
Fires
Jun 2001 – Aug 2001
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (2)

criticalVISIBILITY
FireFiled: Aug 2001

Smoke started coming from your driver's side door while driving, and your power windows stopped working. The problem happened again while the van was parked, affecting another window. You discovered that the plastic and electrical components in the power window control had melted inside the door, indicating an electrical fire hazard. The fix will likely involve replacing the power window motor, control switch, and wiring harness.

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NHTSA #: 751203
highVISIBILITY
Filed: Jun 2001

The pin that holds the right windshield wiper arm in place broke while you were driving. This caused the right wiper to tangle with the left wiper, making both wipers stop working properly during a rainstorm and reducing your visibility. The fix will likely involve replacing the wiper arm assembly or the pivot pin that holds it in place.

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NHTSA #: 9002249

Other 1997 Honda Odyssey Issues

Electrical System (10)Fuel System, Gasoline (3)Air Bags (2)Tires (2)Steering,vehicle Speed Control,forward Collision Avoidance (1)Structure (1)Suspension (1)Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2)Power Train (1)Vehicle Speed Control (1)Seats (1)
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