2019 HONDA PILOT
13 recalls, 1,377 complaints - 299 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
26V365000 Jun 4, 2026
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect Description
American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles that were sold in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minne... Read more
Consequence
Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear subframe and install a rear subframe reinforcement kit and, as necessary, repair or replace the rear subframe components, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy... Read more
26V332000 May 21, 2026
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 ... Read more
Consequence
Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. Th... Read more
23V858000 Dec 18, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, F... Read more
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
23V751000 Nov 13, 2023
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Acura TLX, 2016-2020 Acura MDX, 2016 and 2018-2019 Pilot, 2017 and 2019 Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear and seize, damaging the engine.
Consequence
A damaged engine may run improperly or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 28, 2024. 2016-2017 Acura MDX owner letters were mailed November 1, 2024. 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed in mid-December 2024. Honda began mailing owner... Read more
23V431000 Jun 15, 2023
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Pilot, and 2019-2023 Passport vehicles. Due to a faulty Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) communication coaxial cable connector, the rearview camera image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles... Read more
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the MOST cable harness and install a straightening cover over the vehicle cable connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EEL, ZEM, and SFC.
21V932000 Nov 29, 2021
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Passport, 2016-2019 Pilot, and 2017-2020 Ridgeline vehicles. The hood latch striker may become damaged and separate from the hood, which can result in the hood opening while driving.
Consequence
A hood that opens while driving can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will either repair the hood latch striker, or replace the hood if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PBV.
21V215000 Mar 25, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgelin... Read more
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
21V165000 Mar 11, 2021
TIRES
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Passport and Pilot vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
Consequence
Overcured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation, which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four tires and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 22, 2021. Owners may contact American Honda Motor Co. customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is UA2.
20V440000 Jul 28, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pilot, 2019-2020 Odyssey and 2019-2020 Passport vehicles. Incorrect central network software programming may cause several errors to occur that can delay or prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fa... Read more
Consequence
A delayed or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners that updated software is available. Owners have the option to either follow the mailed instructions to download and update the software for free, or visit a dealer to have the software update performed, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may conta... Read more
20V439000 Jul 28, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Passport, and 2019-2021 Pilot vehicles. Incorrect instrument panel control module software can cause the instrument panel to not display critical information, such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear selec... Read more
Consequence
Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T89.
19V784000 Oct 31, 2019
STRUCTURE:BODY
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Pilot and 2019 Passport vehicles. The front frame left and right side upper members may not have been welded completely to the unibody. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety S... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, incomplete body welding may provide inadequate protection to occupants, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle for missing welds, free of charge. If the vehicle is identified as missing welds, the dealer will offer to repurchase the vehicle or provide a similar replacement vehicle. Owner notification began November 6 2019. Owners may contact Ho... Read more
19V298000 Apr 12, 2019
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
Consequence
Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall began June 7, 2019. Honda owners m... Read more
18V848000 Nov 28, 2018
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Honda Ridgeline and Pilot vehicles. The mounting holes for the clip that secures the right center pillar trim panel may be larger than intended. In the event of a crash necessitating right side curtain air bag deployment, the clip may not... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the curtain air bag does not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket on the right center pillar that will securely hold the center pillar trim clip, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is D3D.
Complaint Statistics
1,377 total complaints
55 crashes 12 fires 41 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 242 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 223 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 147 |
| POWER TRAIN | 112 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 74 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 58 |
| STEERING | 58 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 46 |
| AIR BAGS | 38 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 37 |
ENGINE
Jul 12, 2026
Incident date: Mar 2, 2026
I am submitting this complaint regarding my 2019 Honda Pilot after experiencing a failure of the fuel rail assembly that resulted in the check engine light illuminating and required repair at my own expense. My vehicle exhibited the same symptoms and was diagnosed with the same fuel rail issue that... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 12, 2026
Incident date: Mar 2, 2026
I am submitting this complaint regarding my 2019 Honda Pilot after experiencing a failure of the fuel rail assembly that resulted in the check engine light illuminating and required repair at my own expense. My vehicle exhibited the same symptoms and was diagnosed with the same fuel rail issue that... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Jul 9, 2026
Incident date: Jun 20, 2025
For about a year now the front facing camera throw 5 warnings, my cruise dont work, and it cost 2200 to fix. I follow a honda group on fb and apparently this is the main complaint. Something needs to be done bc it is very un sage to have all these safety features and they may r may not work
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jul 9, 2026
Incident date: Jun 20, 2025
For about a year now the front facing camera throw 5 warnings, my cruise dont work, and it cost 2200 to fix. I follow a honda group on fb and apparently this is the main complaint. Something needs to be done bc it is very un sage to have all these safety features and they may r may not work
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jul 9, 2026
Incident date: Jun 20, 2025
For about a year now the front facing camera throw 5 warnings, my cruise dont work, and it cost 2200 to fix. I follow a honda group on fb and apparently this is the main complaint. Something needs to be done bc it is very un sage to have all these safety features and they may r may not work
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jul 6, 2026
Incident date: Jul 2, 2026
My 2019 Honda Pilot EX-L (perfectly maintained and with only 72K miles) just started displaying a "Braking System" failure warning light along with dash notifications that a number of critical safety systems are no longer functioning, including: forward collision warning, automatic emergency breakin... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Jul 6, 2026
Incident date: Jul 2, 2026
My 2019 Honda Pilot EX-L (perfectly maintained and with only 72K miles) just started displaying a "Braking System" failure warning light along with dash notifications that a number of critical safety systems are no longer functioning, including: forward collision warning, automatic emergency breakin... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jul 6, 2026
Incident date: Jul 2, 2026
My 2019 Honda Pilot EX-L (perfectly maintained and with only 72K miles) just started displaying a "Braking System" failure warning light along with dash notifications that a number of critical safety systems are no longer functioning, including: forward collision warning, automatic emergency breakin... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 2, 2026
Incident date: Jun 25, 2026
2019 Honda pilot with under 60k miles, no obvious symptoms but Codes P219B and P0430 coming up, multiple sites reporting common recall for fuel injector issue with these codes. Called dealer and reporting that VIN not covered even though codes/symptoms the same as other vehicles covered under recall... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Jul 2, 2026
Incident date: Jun 30, 2026
I am filing this complaint because my 2019 Honda Pilot has developed a serious safety-related defect. When I started the vehicle, multiple warning lights remain on, including the LKAS, ACC, CMBS, and Brake System warnings. I haven't had it inspected by the dealer yet, as the closest dealer is 25 mil... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jul 2, 2026
Incident date: Jun 30, 2026
I am filing this complaint because my 2019 Honda Pilot has developed a serious safety-related defect. When I started the vehicle, multiple warning lights remain on, including the LKAS, ACC, CMBS, and Brake System warnings. I haven't had it inspected by the dealer yet, as the closest dealer is 25 mil... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jul 2, 2026
Incident date: Jun 30, 2026
I am filing this complaint because my 2019 Honda Pilot has developed a serious safety-related defect. When I started the vehicle, multiple warning lights remain on, including the LKAS, ACC, CMBS, and Brake System warnings. I haven't had it inspected by the dealer yet, as the closest dealer is 25 mil... Read more
AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHT
Jun 29, 2026
Incident date: May 29, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that the message "Air Bag System - SRS Fault" was intermittently displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The dealer retrieved an intermittent diagnostic trouble code associated with the cabl... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 29, 2026
Incident date: Jun 12, 2026
Crankshaft problem. Loud metallic knocking in engine.
AIR BAGS
Jun 29, 2026
Incident date: May 29, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that the message "Air Bag System - SRS Fault" was intermittently displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The dealer retrieved an intermittent diagnostic trouble code associated with the cabl... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 28, 2026
Incident date: Jun 13, 2026
While driving, there was a loud noise came from the engine. I immediately pulled over onto the shoulder as I was unable to continue driving. Every time I accelerated, the car with jerk forward and posed an extreme danger for both the the passengers and others on the road. There were numerous error m... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jun 28, 2026
Incident date: Jun 13, 2026
While driving, there was a loud noise came from the engine. I immediately pulled over onto the shoulder as I was unable to continue driving. Every time I accelerated, the car with jerk forward and posed an extreme danger for both the the passengers and others on the road. There were numerous error m... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jun 28, 2026
Incident date: Jun 13, 2026
While driving, there was a loud noise came from the engine. I immediately pulled over onto the shoulder as I was unable to continue driving. Every time I accelerated, the car with jerk forward and posed an extreme danger for both the the passengers and others on the road. There were numerous error m... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Jun 27, 2026
Incident date: Mar 14, 2026
I HAVE NOTICED ALOT OF THE HONDA PILOTS FRONT FACING CAMERA GETS SO HOT THAT IT FRIES THE INTERNAL AND DOED NOT WORK I HAVE FULL COVERAGE ON MY CAR AND THE GLASS COMPANY WILL NOT REPLACE IT
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
Jun 27, 2026
Incident date: Mar 14, 2026
I HAVE NOTICED ALOT OF THE HONDA PILOTS FRONT FACING CAMERA GETS SO HOT THAT IT FRIES THE INTERNAL AND DOED NOT WORK I HAVE FULL COVERAGE ON MY CAR AND THE GLASS COMPANY WILL NOT REPLACE IT
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jun 27, 2026
Incident date: Mar 14, 2026
I HAVE NOTICED ALOT OF THE HONDA PILOTS FRONT FACING CAMERA GETS SO HOT THAT IT FRIES THE INTERNAL AND DOED NOT WORK I HAVE FULL COVERAGE ON MY CAR AND THE GLASS COMPANY WILL NOT REPLACE IT
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
The fuel injectors have been diagnosed by my local dealership with all the appropriate codes referencing the following extended warranty bulletin issued by Honda for the repair of all 6 fuel injectors and related parts to be installed free of charge. Honda issued a warranty extension for the 2019 Ho... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
The fuel injectors have been diagnosed by my local dealership with all the appropriate codes referencing the following extended warranty bulletin issued by Honda for the repair of all 6 fuel injectors and related parts to be installed free of charge. Honda issued a warranty extension for the 2019 Ho... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
The fuel injectors have been diagnosed by my local dealership with all the appropriate codes referencing the following extended warranty bulletin issued by Honda for the repair of all 6 fuel injectors and related parts to be installed free of charge. Honda issued a warranty extension for the 2019 Ho... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: Jun 22, 2026
Fuel started to pour from under the vehicle above the gas tank. The seal on the fuel pump was causing this when the vehicle was turned on. The fuel pump was on recall for this failure and the vehicle was towed to the Honda AutoNation Dealership in Mobile, AL. While there the franchise dealership exe... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 25, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
I took my car in for an oil change into the dealership on 5/22. I was told that the timing belt would need to be replaced once I hit 100K miles. Two weeks later, I noticed my car rattling, I scheduled an appointment for Monday (the earliest I could get it into the dealer), on Saturday, the car would... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 23, 2026
Incident date: Jun 9, 2026
My 2019 Honda Pilot had warnings( see pics). I took into Honda for inspection. We were told it was a radar (sensor). After doing some research online, this is a common issue with Honda vehicles. The cost is $2000 to fix. Why is this not a recall issue???
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jun 23, 2026
Incident date: Jun 9, 2026
My 2019 Honda Pilot had warnings( see pics). I took into Honda for inspection. We were told it was a radar (sensor). After doing some research online, this is a common issue with Honda vehicles. The cost is $2000 to fix. Why is this not a recall issue???
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Jun 23, 2026
Incident date: Jun 9, 2026
My 2019 Honda Pilot had warnings( see pics). I took into Honda for inspection. We were told it was a radar (sensor). After doing some research online, this is a common issue with Honda vehicles. The cost is $2000 to fix. Why is this not a recall issue???
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 18, 2026
Incident date: Jun 10, 2026
I am submitting this complaint regarding a fuel injector failure and emissions system malfunction in my 2019 Honda Pilot. At the time of the failure, the vehicle had approximately 94,693 miles and had been routinely maintained. On [XXX], while traveling from Ohio to Pennsylvania with my family, the... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 18, 2026
Incident date: Jun 10, 2026
I am submitting this complaint regarding a fuel injector failure and emissions system malfunction in my 2019 Honda Pilot. At the time of the failure, the vehicle had approximately 94,693 miles and had been routinely maintained. On [XXX], while traveling from Ohio to Pennsylvania with my family, the... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Jun 2, 2026
Driving to work and, all of a sudden, the dashboard lights flicker and the car says the transmission has issues. The car advises us to pull over out of the highway. This was driving to work. The car completely stops working. The dealer says the transmission is dead. this is a car that is a 2019 Hond... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jun 13, 2026
Incident date: Jun 12, 2026
There are several lights that come on and say there is a problem. Upon looking online for information on how to fix it there are numerous people with the same issue and there should be a recall.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jun 13, 2026
Incident date: Jun 12, 2026
There are several lights that come on and say there is a problem. Upon looking online for information on how to fix it there are numerous people with the same issue and there should be a recall.
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Jun 13, 2026
Incident date: Jun 12, 2026
There are several lights that come on and say there is a problem. Upon looking online for information on how to fix it there are numerous people with the same issue and there should be a recall.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 12, 2026
Incident date: May 14, 2026
Vehicle: 2019 Honda Pilot VIN: [XXX] My 2019 Honda Pilot is experiencing an "Emissions System Problem" accompanied by Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P219A (Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance). This defect causes engine hesitation, rough idling, and a severe risk of sudden loss of motive power or engine stalli... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 12, 2026
Incident date: May 14, 2026
Vehicle: 2019 Honda Pilot VIN: [XXX] My 2019 Honda Pilot is experiencing an "Emissions System Problem" accompanied by Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P219A (Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance). This defect causes engine hesitation, rough idling, and a severe risk of sudden loss of motive power or engine stalli... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 11, 2026
Incident date: May 15, 2026
Engine bearing failures, sudden loss of power, stalling, or complete engine failure — creating crash risks.
POWER TRAIN
Jun 9, 2026
Incident date: May 10, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle independently shifted gears and stalled. The wrench and oil can was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train) howeve... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: May 30, 2026
2021 Ford F-150 Lariat, 5.0L Coyote V8, purchased new, now 65k miles. Two interrelated safety defects: OIL CONSUMPTION: On 3/21/2026 at 62k miles, I discovered the engine was critically low on oil. Only 3 quarts drained during a full oil change, against a rated 8.8 quart capacity. The engine had bee... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: May 30, 2026
2021 Ford F-150 Lariat, 5.0L Coyote V8, purchased new, now 65k miles. Two interrelated safety defects: OIL CONSUMPTION: On 3/21/2026 at 62k miles, I discovered the engine was critically low on oil. Only 3 quarts drained during a full oil change, against a rated 8.8 quart capacity. The engine had bee... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: May 30, 2026
I have a 2019 Honda Pilot Touring with an intermittent fault. At apparently random intervals, I'll get the following faults on start: Adaptive Cruise Control Problem Lane Keeping Assist Problem Collision Mitigation System Problem Road Departure Mitigation System Problem Auto High-Beam Problem If I... Read more
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
May 31, 2026
Incident date: May 27, 2026
Dear Nissan Consumer Affairs, I am writing to formally report a serious safety issue involving my Nissan vehicle and to request full reimbursement for the repair costs I incurred as a result. On [XXX], I discovered that the rear window of my vehicle had unexpectedly shattered without any collision... Read more
ENGINE
May 30, 2026
Incident date: May 28, 2026
The vehicle has repeatedly lost electrical power while driving. During one incident at approximately 50 mph, the vehicle’s electronics shut off and power steering assist stuttered/lost assist for several seconds, causing reduced vehicle control. During another incident while turning/in a turning l... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
May 28, 2026
Incident date: May 7, 2026
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amo... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
May 27, 2026
Incident date: Mar 7, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle was driving unusually rough and the vehicle stalled. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. The cont... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
May 23, 2026
Incident date: Apr 6, 2026
Multiple malfunction warning lights came on stating the adaptive cruise control, emergency braking, lane keep assist, automatic headlights, etc. were not functioning. The Honda dealer attributed it to the forward facing multi-purpose camera. I was told they have seen the same issue before. It's a... Read more
ENGINE
May 23, 2026
Incident date: Apr 6, 2026
At 116 miles, the engine blew and I was informed it would need to be replaced. I purchased a used engine from the same year of vehicle because Kia said it would not be covered since the vehicle had passed the 100,000 mile mark. I spend over $5,000 to get this engine and have it installed by a licens... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
May 23, 2026
Incident date: Apr 6, 2026
Multiple malfunction warning lights came on stating the adaptive cruise control, emergency braking, lane keep assist, automatic headlights, etc. were not functioning. The Honda dealer attributed it to the forward facing multi-purpose camera. I was told they have seen the same issue before. It's a... Read more
ENGINE
May 18, 2026
Incident date: Mar 7, 2026
The Coolant Bypass Valve on my vehicle failed, leading to a risk of sudden engine overheating and potential coolant leaks into the electrical harness. This is a documented defect (CSP 23TE03) that Toyota has failed to address for vehicles over 100,000 miles, creating a safety hazard for high-mileage... Read more
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2019 HONDA PILOT
2019 Honda Pilot SUV AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 16.4% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2019 HONDA PILOT
299 manufacturer communications from 169 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 56 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 33 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 31 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 30 |
| 010000 STEERING | 28 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 15 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 10 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 10 |
ATI&04082024905
Apr 8, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front passengera??s power window inop from either the drivera??s w
ATI&03212024904
Mar 21, 2024
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front passengera??s power window inop from either the drivera??s w
ATI&03212024904
Mar 21, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front passengera??s power window inop from either the drivera??s w
ATI&02292024902
Feb 29, 2024
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front passengera??s power window inop from either the drivera??s w
ATI&02292024902
Feb 29, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front passengera??s power window inop from either the drivera??s w
ATI&02202024901
Feb 20, 2024
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the passengera??s power window inop from drivera??s master window swit
ATI&02202024901
Feb 20, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the passengera??s power window inop from drivera??s master window swit
A23-050
Jan 24, 2024
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - Customers have complained that the air conditioning system is not blowing cold air due to Oil/Refrigerant leaking from the A/C compressor shaft seal.
A23-050
Jan 24, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY
Service Bulletin - Customers have complained that the air conditioning system is not blowing cold air due to Oil/Refrigerant leaking from the A/C compressor shaft seal.
A23-091
Dec 15, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Bulletin - Due to variations in the purge control solenoid valve spring, the valve wears unevenly and intermittently sticks. This may result in setting DTC P0441 (Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System Purge Flow Malfunction).
A23-091
Dec 15, 2023
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Service Bulletin - Due to variations in the purge control solenoid valve spring, the valve wears unevenly and intermittently sticks. This may result in setting DTC P0441 (Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System Purge Flow Malfunction).
A23-091
Dec 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - Due to variations in the purge control solenoid valve spring, the valve wears unevenly and intermittently sticks. This may result in setting DTC P0441 (Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System Purge Flow Malfunction).
A23-008
Nov 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Typically, the customer can immediately restart the vehicle by selecting Park and pushing t
A23-073
Sep 7, 2023
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Service Bulletin - The vehicle's transmission temperature can become too hot due to automatic transmission fluid deterioration causing high foaming and low viscosity. During extended high load driving, the automatic transmission fluid will
A23-073
Sep 7, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service Bulletin - The vehicle's transmission temperature can become too hot due to automatic transmission fluid deterioration causing high foaming and low viscosity. During extended high load driving, the automatic transmission fluid will
A23-050
Jun 30, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - Honda has received customer complaints of the air conditioning system not blowing cold air due to an Oil/Refrigerant leak from the A/C compressor shaft seal.
A23-050
Jun 30, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
Service Bulletin - Honda has received customer complaints of the air conditioning system not blowing cold air due to an Oil/Refrigerant leak from the A/C compressor shaft seal.
A23-023
Apr 12, 2023
113000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Service Bulletin - The engine will not crank on initial startup after precipitation and sub-freezing temperatures. Water can enter the starter motor, and when temperatures drop below freezing, the water will freeze inside the starter motor.
A23-023
Apr 12, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - The engine will not crank on initial startup after precipitation and sub-freezing temperatures. Water can enter the starter motor, and when temperatures drop below freezing, the water will freeze inside the starter motor.
A19-024
Apr 7, 2023
220000 SEATS
Service Bulletin - There is a loud buzzing or whining when adjusting the drivera??s or front passengera??s seat forward and backward. This is due to the issue that the flex cable in the seat adjustment mechanism is not correctly lubricated.
ONL6AX03102023-2
Mar 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Product Update - Honda is conducting a product update to your 2019-22 Passport, 2016-22 Pilot, and 2020-23 Ridgeline. Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically r
ONL6T603102023-4
Mar 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Extension - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart.
ONL6T603102023-2
Mar 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Extension - Warranty Extension reimbursement form for engine idle stop repairs made before the warranty extension notice date.
A23-024
Mar 3, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Service Bulletin - The headlight seal may become damaged from a misadjusted hood. Damage to the headlight seal may lead to moisture condensation building up in the headlight.
A23-023
Mar 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - The engine will not crank on initial startup after precipitation and sub-freezing temperatures. Water can enter the starter motor, and when temperatures drop below freezing, the water will freeze inside the starter motor.
A23-008
Jan 25, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Typically, the customer can immediately restart the vehicle by selecting Park and pushing t
A23-008
Jan 25, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Typically, the customer can immediately restart the vehicle by selecting Park and pushing t
ABOM01062023
Jan 6, 2023
061700 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Dealer Message - During development, the idle stop enable criteria was mis-set allowing idle stop to improperly engage while battery health is low. Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may
ABOM01062023
Jan 6, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer Message - During development, the idle stop enable criteria was mis-set allowing idle stop to improperly engage while battery health is low. Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may
ABOM01062023
Jan 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer Message - During development, the idle stop enable criteria was mis-set allowing idle stop to improperly engage while battery health is low. Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may
ABOM01062023
Jan 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - During development, the idle stop enable criteria was mis-set allowing idle stop to improperly engage while battery health is low. Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may
A23-009
Jan 6, 2023
061700 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may not restart automatically due to excessive cylinder pressure and/or low cranking torque. Typically, the customer can immediately
A23-009
Jan 6, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may not restart automatically due to excessive cylinder pressure and/or low cranking torque. Typically, the customer can immediately
A23-009
Jan 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may not restart automatically due to excessive cylinder pressure and/or low cranking torque. Typically, the customer can immediately
A23-009
Jan 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may not restart automatically due to excessive cylinder pressure and/or low cranking torque. Typically, the customer can immediately
A23-008
Jan 6, 2023
061700 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Typically, the customer can immediately restart the vehicle by selecting Park and pushing t
A23-008
Jan 6, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Typically, the customer can immediately restart the vehicle by selecting Park and pushing t
A23-008
Jan 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Typically, the customer can immediately restart the vehicle by selecting Park and pushing t
A23-008
Jan 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Typically, the customer can immediately restart the vehicle by selecting Park and pushing t
A21-034
Sep 30, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Bulletin - (Repair Procedure Revision) Due to swelling of the fuel pump motor impeller, the fuel pump may seize and stop working. If this occurs, the check engine light may be displayed with DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low) st
A22-027
Sep 22, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Service Bulletin - Audio sound will stop and No Audio Connection message appears in the audio display. NOTE: This is not related to MOST Ring break conditions." "Service Bulletin - Audio sound will stop and No Audio Connectio
A22-027
Aug 31, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin - Audio sound will stop and No Audio Connection message appears in the audio display. Audio amplifier software error.
A22-001
Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin - On February of 2022, the 3G network will no longer support the in-vehicle services that the vehicle has previously supported. As of August 23, 2022, the Product Improvement Campaign has ended. The TCU can no longer be upd
A22-027
Aug 18, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Service bulletin - Audio sound will stop and No Audio Connection message appears in the audio display. NOTE: This is not related to MOST Ring break conditions."
ONLH6CPIL0808202
Aug 8, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer letter - Our records indicate that a Product Update has not been completed on this vehicle . The audio/information screen may show the clock being off by 1 hour. To correct this, an audio software update is available. Honda strongl
A20-056
Jun 30, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube.
A20-056
Jun 30, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube.
A20-056
Jun 30, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube.
A20-022
Jun 14, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service bulletin - One or more accessory running board lights are flickering or not working. The running board light assembly is faulty. * Denotes Required Fields TSB ID : TSB Date : Calendar for date entry assistance
A20-022
Jun 14, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Service bulletin - One or more accessory running board lights are flickering or not working. The running board light assembly is faulty. * Denotes Required Fields TSB ID : TSB Date : Calendar for date entry assistance
ATI&06072022901
Jun 7, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 Passports, Pilots & 2021 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of moisture in the headlight. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would
ATI&06072022901
Jun 7, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 Passports, Pilots & 2021 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of moisture in the headlight. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would
24142_honda_6gb_
Jun 6, 2022
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
"Notice - Our records indicate that a PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle (Vehicle Identification Number [VIN NUMBER]). The date for updating vehicles was extended from February 22, 2022 to August 22, 2022. As
24142_honda_6gb_
Jun 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Notice - Our records indicate that a PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle (Vehicle Identification Number [VIN NUMBER]). The date for updating vehicles was extended from February 22, 2022 to August 22, 2022. As
A20-056
May 6, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube.
A20-056
Apr 5, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube.
A20-056
Apr 5, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube.
A20010B
Mar 12, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ServiceNews Article - We've been getting calls regarding some vehicles with accessory CD players that won't work after the recent OTA update. This issue is a normal occurrence, but it's not a hardware issue
A20-056
Mar 1, 2022
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction).
A20-056
Mar 1, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction).
A20-056
Mar 1, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction).
A22-001
Jan 27, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service Bulletin - On February 22, 2022 the current 3G network that the vehicle connects to for services, will no longer be in-service. The Telematics Control Unit (TCU) Over the Air Update (OTA) is required to connect to the VoLTE network
ONL6GB01262022
Jan 26, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Owner Notification Letter - On February 22, 2022, the 3G network will no longer support the in-vehicle services that previously were supported for your vehicle. The Telematics Control Unit (TCU) in your vehicle must be updated using the Ove
ONL6GB01262022
Jan 26, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owner Notification Letter - On February 22, 2022, the 3G network will no longer support the in-vehicle services that previously were supported for your vehicle. The Telematics Control Unit (TCU) in your vehicle must be updated using the Ove
ABOM01142022
Jan 14, 2022
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
Dealer Message - Today, January 14, 2022, Honda is announcing a product improvement campaign (PIC) for certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2021 Passport, and 2019-2022 Pilot vehicles to update the telematics control unit (TCU) software for an u
ABOM01142022
Jan 14, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer Message - Today, January 14, 2022, Honda is announcing a product improvement campaign (PIC) for certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2021 Passport, and 2019-2022 Pilot vehicles to update the telematics control unit (TCU) software for an u
A22-001
Jan 14, 2022
353630 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI
Service Bulletin - On February 22, 2022 the current 3G network that the vehicle connects to for services, will no longer be in-service. The Telematics Control Unit (TCU) Over the Air Update (OTA) is required to connect to the VoLTE network
A22-001
Jan 14, 2022
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
Service Bulletin - On February 22, 2022 the current 3G network that the vehicle connects to for services, will no longer be in-service. The Telematics Control Unit (TCU) Over the Air Update (OTA) is required to connect to the VoLTE network
A22-001
Jan 14, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - On February 22, 2022 the current 3G network that the vehicle connects to for services, will no longer be in-service. The Telematics Control Unit (TCU) Over the Air Update (OTA) is required to connect to the VoLTE network
A17-083
Dec 10, 2021
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Service Bulletin - The hood flutters or vibrates at highway speeds.
A17-083
Dec 10, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin - The hood flutters or vibrates at highway speeds.
ATI&10252021904
Oct 25, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 Accords, 2019-2017 Civics, 2017-2021 CR-Vs, 2018-2021 Odysseys & 2018-2021 Pilots with a customer complaint of an unexpected CMBS operation or a brake
A20-029
Oct 9, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - The transmission has intermittent harsh or jerky upshifts with steady acceleration.
A20-029
Oct 9, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service Bulletin - The transmission has intermittent harsh or jerky upshifts with steady acceleration.
ATI&10052021906
Oct 5, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 Accords, 2019-2017 Civics, 2017-2021 CR-Vs, 2018-2021 Odysseys & 2018-2021 Pilots with a customer complaint of an unexpected CMBS operation or a brake
ATI&09102021907
Sep 10, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 Accords, 2019-2017 Civics, 2017-2021 CR-Vs, 2018-2021 Odysseys & 2018-2021 Pilots with a customer complaint of an unexpected CMBS operation or a brake
AJA17881
Sep 10, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Job Aid - This job aid contains information on the MOST Bus Network and troubleshooting information for common problems.
ATI&09032021
Sep 3, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2021 Passports, Pilots and Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front window slow to roll up/down. To better understand the cause of this condition,
ATI&09032021
Sep 3, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2021 Passports, Pilots and Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front window slow to roll up/down. To better understand the cause of this condition,
AJA17881
Sep 1, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Job Aid - This job aid contains information on the MOST Bus Network and troubleshooting information for common problems.
AJA17881
Sep 1, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Job Aid - This job aid contains information on the MOST Bus Network and troubleshooting information for common problems.
ATI&08252021907
Aug 25, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 Accords, 2019-2017 Civics, 2017-2021 CR-Vs, 2018-2021 Odysseys & 2018-2021 Pilots with a customer complaint of an unexpected CMBS operation or a brake
ATI&08192021901
Aug 19, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2021 Passports, Pilots and Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front window slow to roll up/down. To better understand the cause of this condition,
ATI&08092021903
Aug 9, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 Accords, 2019-2017 Civics, 2017-2021 CR-Vs, 2018-2021 Odysseys & 2018-2021 Pilots with a customer complaint of an unexpected CMBS operation or a brake
ATI&07222021902
Jul 22, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 Accords, 2019-2017 Civics, 2017-2021 CR-Vs, 2018-2021 Odysseys & 2018-2021 Pilots with a customer complaint of an unexpected CMBS operation or a brake
APaS07132021
Jul 13, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. has agreed to a proposed class action settlement relating to Infotainment System components for certain trim levels of the following vehicles: 2018-2019 Odyssey, 2019 Pilot and 2019 Passport.
ATI&07072021903
Jul 7, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 Accords, 2019-2017 Civics, 2017-2021 CR-Vs, 2018-2021 Odysseys & 2018-2021 Pilots with a customer complaint of an unexpected CMBS operation or a brake
ATI&06152021907
Jun 15, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 Accords, 2019-2017 Civics, 2017-2021 CR-Vs, 2018-2021 Odysseys & 2018-2021 Pilots with a customer complaint of an unexpected CMBS operation or a brake
ATI&06152021901
Jun 15, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 Passports, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of a blower motor noise. The noise can be described as a high pitch or a whistle noise. To bet
ATI&05282021903
May 28, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 Passports, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of a blower motor noise. The noise can be described as a high pitch or a whistle noise. To bet
APaS05262021904
May 26, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 Accords, 2019-2017 Civics, 2017-2021 CR-Vs, 2018-2021 Odysseys & 2018-2021 Pilots with a customer complaint of an unexpected CMBS operation or a brake
APOC05102021
May 10, 2021
357500 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS
Dealer Message - On February 18, 2021, American Honda announced a warranty extension for certain 2018-20 Odyssey, 2019-20 Passport, and 2019-20 Pilot vehicles. This warranty extension covers communication issues in the MOST bus network wher
APOC05102021
May 10, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer Message - On February 18, 2021, American Honda announced a warranty extension for certain 2018-20 Odyssey, 2019-20 Passport, and 2019-20 Pilot vehicles. This warranty extension covers communication issues in the MOST bus network wher
A20-058
May 3, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - There is a popping or crackling from the speakers or no sound from the audio system. You may also see a Network Loss message and/or display issues.
APaS04222021905
Apr 22, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with the DTC P0441 (EVAP System Purge Fl
APaS04222021903
Apr 22, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 Accords, 2019-2017 Civics, 2017-2021 CR-Vs, 2018-2021 Odysseys & 2018-2021 Pilots with a customer complaint of an unexpected CMBS operation or a brake
ONLZ9R04052021
Apr 5, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owner Notification Letter - On some 2019-20 Passport/Pilot models, a loose connection in the MOST bus network is causing a popping or crackling from the speakers or no sound from the audio system. There may also be a Network Loss message an
APaS03302021910
Mar 30, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with the DTC P0441 (EVAP System Purge Fl
APaS03302021910
Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with the DTC P0441 (EVAP System Purge Fl
APaS03302021910
Mar 30, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with the DTC P0441 (EVAP System Purge Fl
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, HONDA PILOT
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE25017
Opened: Oct 28, 2025
Inaccurate Rear Passenger Seat Belt Warning Status
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 6 complaints, and multiple Early Warning Reporting (EWR) field reports alleging inaccurate rear seat belt warning status. These allegations concern both false positive and false negative statuses in model year (MY) 2023-2024 Honda Pilot vehicles... Read more
PE22005
Opened: Jun 3, 2022 , Closed: Mar 26, 2025
No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
On June 3, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE22005 after the agency received VOQs and several field reports concerning the Auto Idle Stop (AIS) feature on 2016-2019MY Honda Pilot vehicles. The complaints allege that the engine fails to restart on its ow... Read more
PE12028
Opened: Oct 9, 2012 , Closed: Mar 15, 2013
Vehicle Stability Assist Malfunction
The Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system in the model year (MY) 2005 Honda Pilot vehicles integrates braking control strategies for anti-lock braking, traction control, electronic stability control and brake assist functions. The system consists of a VSA modulator (an electronic control unit and el... Read more
DP12002
Opened: Jun 4, 2012 , Closed: Oct 11, 2012
Vehicle Stability Assist Malfunction
In a letter dated April 9, 2012, a consumer petitioned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to initiate a defect investigation of alleged stability control failures in model year (MY) 2005 Honda Pilot vehicles. The petitioner alleged that, in the malfunctioning of these systems... Read more
HONDA PILOT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HONDA PILOT across all model years (2003, 2026).
196
Total Recalls
12,785
Total Complaints
4
Investigations
600
Reported Crashes
183
Reported Fires
115
Reported Deaths
HONDA PILOT - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 15 | View |
| 2025 | 4 | 284 | View |
| 2024 | 6 | 158 | View |
| 2023 | 5 | 177 | View |
| 2022 | 5 | 227 | View |
| 2021 | 10 | 674 | View |
| 2020 | 11 | 766 | View |
| 2019 (current) | 13 | 1,377 | |
| 2018 | 7 | 634 | View |
| 2017 | 4 | 1,304 | View |
| 2016 | 8 | 2,335 | View |
| 2015 | 4 | 137 | View |
| 2014 | 3 | 153 | View |
| 2013 | 6 | 368 | View |
| 2012 | 9 | 228 | View |
| 2011 | 11 | 390 | View |
| 2010 | 10 | 142 | View |
| 2009 | 9 | 174 | View |
| 2008 | 9 | 165 | View |
| 2007 | 9 | 266 | View |
| 2006 | 10 | 330 | View |
| 2005 | 15 | 955 | View |
| 2004 | 13 | 644 | View |
| 2003 | 14 | 877 | View |