Honda Pilot Complaints (2016)

1,724 consumer complaints on file.

#11657376April 28, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
All lights on the dash board lights up and the car stalls with no chance to pull over
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656762April 25, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Failure causing an engine cylinder misfire, flooding and possibly prevent the engine from running.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656027April 22, 2025
WHEELS
The spare tire strap / carrier/ mount broke causing the spare wheel and tire to fall off the bottom of the vehicle striking the vehicle behind it.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655711April 20, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
While stopped at a busy intersection, the “auto idle” feature turned the car off. When the foot was removed from the break, the car is supposed to turn back on and go. This time the car made a sound like metal grinding on metal, then the car automatically shifted into neutral. It would not shift back into drive. We had to put the car in park, turn it off and restart. Fortunately there was no one behind us at the light, this could have ended very differently since we were unable to move when the light changed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655048April 16, 2025
ENGINE
Our 2016 Honda Pilot had rod bearing failures, which lead to total engine failure. The problems matched EVERYTHING in the November 2023 recall, but our VIN was not included on the list. We ended up having to replace the entire engine. I contacted Honda and convinced them to cover half the cost but we still paid almost $10,000 out of pocket. I read an article stating that there have been 173 complaints of rod bearing failures on vehicles that were not included on the original recall. I would like my vehicle included on that list. We never should have had to pay $10,000 to replace an engine that should have been included on that recall. My husband almost got into an accident on the interstate because the engine began to fail completely.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655125April 16, 2025
ENGINE
I was driving on the interstate and while going up the hill at 70 mph my engine seized up and died on me. I was able to get it to the side of the road and get it towed. This happened in February of 2023. Had it towed to two different service shops. The first one, Roush Honds in Westerville, said the engine was dead and could not get it to turn. The Auto Clinic in Mansfield, Ohio said the same thing saying the engine seized up and it was an internal failure of the engine. They replaced my engine with a used Honda engine. With all these recalls and investigations on Honda engines, I believe that this is what was going on with my pilot engine. Also I am worried I could have the same problem with the used engine that was put in as a replacement.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655128April 16, 2025
ENGINE
I own a 2016 Honda Pilot Elite and I was driving it in March of 2024 when my engine started making a low ticking sound, after about 2 weeks it gradually got louder and louder. It felt like it didn't want to accelerate, meaning it took more force down on the pedal to get it to drive. On the last drive in it the engine shifted so hard it shook the whole vehicle feeling as if I was hit from behind. Once I got it home I parked it and have not drove it since March of 2024.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654756April 15, 2025
ENGINE
Engine knocking rod causing it Safety is at risk with engine knocking Took vehicle to independent service center Vehicle or component have been inspected by independent service center There was no warning until I heard the noise and saw the check engine light come on while driving home from work
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654068April 11, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2016 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving 30-35 MPH, the check engine warning light started flashing, and the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with rod bearing knock and internal engine failure. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number 23V751000(Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that the water pump and timing chain replacement, and recommended maintenance of the vehicle were previously completed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered because the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 105,700.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11653783April 9, 2025
ENGINE
Driving on [XXX] ) at highway speed in traffic when the engine started making a sudden rattling noise, shaking, and had immediate power loss. Within seconds the engine light started blinking, the oil light illuminated and the information light came on. I was forced to pull over and shut the vehicle off. We were forced to stand on the side of [XXX] on a Friday evening while we waited for a tow truck to come get us. I have had the vehicle towed to the dealership where we purchased it and they have indicated that the engine needs to be replaced due to failed rod bearings. The vehicle is currently at Ralph Honda in Rochester NY. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11653625April 9, 2025
ENGINE
Rattling noise in engine. Feels unsafe to drive. Honda mechanic confirmed new engine needed due to worn rod bearings.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11653638April 9, 2025
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Auto Start/Stop not working at stop. Vehicle fails to restart when engine has turned off at intersection. On occasion, vehicle fails to start and loses total power. Often, it takes several minutes to regain power. This has occurred in intersections, almost causing accidents. The car was repaired per a TSB, but the issue continues, and has for the last 4 years since purchase.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11653676April 9, 2025
ENGINE
My car started having the knocking sound from the engine on 3/26/25. Took it to the dealer on 3/27 for diagnosis and was told that the engine rod block needs replacement and it is not covered under warranty. They quoted $10700 for a new engine with 1 year/12000 warranty. Then, I contacted Honda corporate and after a week of their investigation was told that my car is not under warranty, hence they couldn't help with the repair. This is a manufacturing defect and Honda should cover this expense. Although, they sent out a recall notice but they said my VIN is not part of it. Please help!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11653734April 9, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE
ECM Failure with fuel rail/system pressure code. Safety issue due to no prior issue and all of a sudden engine stalling in the middle of a busy intersection and taking 10 mins to get started and shift gears to get out of the way of oncoming traffic with all dashboard lights illuminated to include check engine light, trailer stability assist problem light, hill assist problem light, LKAS light, and ACC light.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11653201April 7, 2025
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2016 Honda Pilot. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and then stalled. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact research and was made aware of an unknown NHTSA Campaign Number; however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 173,055.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11652907April 5, 2025
ENGINE
Heard a ticking sound, had a diagnostic test done and was told a bearing had broke and I need a new engine.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11651940April 1, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Gas gauge doesn't read correctly and estimated gas mileage continues to reduces with each fill up by 5 to 30 mileage for the total miles on one tank.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11652004April 1, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Car stalled at intersection due to start/stop feature. Engine did not restart when my wife removed her foot from the brake pedal and went to press the gas pedal. Engine stalled. After turning the car completely off it would start back up.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11651890March 31, 2025
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle was fixed for auto start stop under recall. They changed all the parts including capacitors. Within 5000 miles it started happening again. I’ve informed Honda about this from 20k miles. The vehicle now has 165k. I’ve told them on multiple occasions that this is a serious safety issue. They said they have this fixed and they do not. They closed my case even though I asked them to keep it open as they have not proved to me that it is fixed. The only way to fix this is to have Honda program the care to not allow start stop as someone is going to get killed. It’s just a matter of time.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11651546March 30, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
Pilot has auto start/stop problems. when it stops, if the exact pedal procedure isn't followed the car will lurch forward and stall engine. After that is it difficult to restart. This situation creates a dangerous situation as the vehicle fails to pull out in traffic under power. Very POOR design by Honda and should be permanently disabled for driver/occupant safety
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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