All About Your 2003 Honda Odyssey Warranty

When new, the 2003 Honda Odyssey included an extensive Factory or Manufacturer’s Warranty that covered its key components. All warranty coverage on this model has expired, but below we cover the details of what it included and how to extend protection with a third-party warranty.

All warranties outlined include time and mileage durations, and the coverage ended on whichever milestone occurred first. If you have more questions about the 2003 Honda Odyssey warranty, review the FAQ section at the bottom of the article.

Factory Warranty

2003 Honda Odyssey Basic Warranty

The 2003 Honda Odyssey included a New Vehicle Limited Warranty with coverage that lasted for three years or 36,000 miles. This Basic Warranty covered most components except the tires, battery, and glass. This warranty has expired.

The warranty period began on the lease or delivery date and covered any defective parts in workmanship or material.

2003 Honda Odyssey Powertrain Warranty

The 2003 Honda Odyssey did not have a specific powertrain warranty, but the New Vehicle Limited Warranty covered the engine and cylinder head, transmission, and other key powertrain components for three years or 36,000 miles. This coverage has expired.

Corrosion Perforation Warranty

The 2003 Honda Odyssey included a Rust Perforation Limited Warranty that lasted for five years with unlimited miles. It covered body panels that experienced corrosion, causing them to rust from the inside out. This warranty has expired.

The Corrosion Perforation Warranty only applied to the original owner of the Honda Odyssey. Honda also imposed the following exclusions:

• Rust caused by immersion of the body panel in water, sand, or mud
• Lack of maintenance, abuse, or misuse
• Surface rust on the underbody or any other components (only panels qualified for coverage)
• Paint matching
• Rust caused by debris, stones, and other road hazards

Air Conditioning Warranty

The air conditioning system on the 2003 Honda Odyssey qualified for coverage under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty for three years or 36,000 miles, with no separate warranty in place. This warranty has expired.

The air conditioning system’s refrigerant was excluded from coverage after the first year, unless replacing it was necessary as part of a warranty repair service.

Paint Warranty

Only workmanship and material defects in the exterior paint qualified for coverage under the 2003 Honda Odyssey New Vehicle Limited Warranty. However, that warranty has expired.

Cosmetic issues with the paint didn’t qualify for coverage, but any damage that occurred during transport was typically resolved by the dealership prior to delivery.

Battery Warranty

The original battery included on the 2003 Honda Odyssey was covered under the Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty, which started on the same day as the New Vehicle Limited Warranty and lasted for three years with no mileage limit. This warranty has expired.

While this warranty was active, Honda would have replaced a defective battery for the first two years at no cost to you, including labor and installation. For the final year of the warranty, you would have gotten a 50% credit toward your new battery purchase.

Tire Warranty

The 2003 Honda Odyssey’s factory-installed tires qualified for warranty coverage from the tire manufacturer, not from Honda. It is unlikely that any 20-year-old car still has its original tires, and if it does, the tires should be replaced.

Honda installed tires from the following manufacturers on the Odyssey:

• Yokohama Tires
• Goodyear/Dunlop Tires
• Michelin Tires 
• Continental Tires
• Bridgestone/Firestone Tires

Emissions Warranty

The 2003 Honda Odyssey included Federal Emissions-Related Defects and Emissions Performance Warranties, which covered all components related to the emissions system for three years or 36,000 miles. Vehicles sold in California and states that follow their stricter emission standards were covered for three years or 50,000 miles, with some parts covered for seven years or 70,000 miles. These states include California, Massachusetts, and Vermont.

Additionally, the Clean Air Act requires coverage on the engine computer, onboard diagnostics, and catalytic converter for eight years or 80,000 miles. All of this coverage has now expired.

The following components and systems qualified for coverage under the Federal Emissions-Related Defects and Emissions Performance Warranties:

• Catalytic converter
• Engine computer
• OBD system
• Crankcase control system
• Valve control system
• Exhaust system
• Transmission control system
• Ignition system
• Evaporative and refueling emissions control systems
• Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system
• Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system
• Fuel injection system
• Intake air system

For more information about Auto Warranties, you can check out this directory containing everything you need to know about Auto Warranties arranged by system. 

Read our article on the difference between recalls, warranty extensions, and technical service bulletins if you’d like to learn about other ways your car may be covered.

2003 Honda Odyssey Warranty Extensions Available Upon Car Purchase

While covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, a new or pre-owned Honda Odyssey was eligible for Honda Care, the manufacturer’s extended warranty plan. The coverage levels varied, with options lasting for up to eight years or 120,000 miles. This extended warranty has expired.

2003 Honda Odyssey Extended Warranty Available Now

Since the 2003 Honda Odyssey has no remaining warranty coverage, you may want to consider a third-party extended warranty for added protection on repairs or other issues.

If you’re looking for affordable extended warranty coverage for your 2003 Honda Odyssey, check out the FIXD Vehicle Protection Plan. We’ve partnered with CARCHEX, the industry leader in extended warranties, to cover everything from the engine and other powertrain parts to air conditioning and electrical systems, all for one low monthly fee. There are five levels of coverage available to suit all needs and budgets. Call now for a no-cost, no-obligation quote.

Want to know more about choosing an extended warranty? Check out: 10 Reasons Why an Extended Car Warranty May or May Not Work for You.

Recalls

Last updated on 12/08/2022. See NHTSA.gov for up-to-date information on recalls.