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2013 Honda Pilot airbags problems

severe 17 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →

Complaints
17
Recalls
2
Avg fix
$1,100
3crashes
2injuries

When does it fail?

Of the 17 airbags complaints filed for the 2013 Honda Pilot, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.

0-25k
0 (0%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
0 (0%)
75-100k
1 (100%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)

Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.

What stands out

All 2 active airbags recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.

No new NHTSA airbags complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 8 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.

Related recalls

critical NHTSA 18V042000 January 9, 2018

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are B0K and L0J.
severe NHTSA 13V016000 January 18, 2013

Honda is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Pilot and 2011-2013 Odyssey passenger vehicles manufactured from March 13, 2008, through December 21, 2012

The absence of more than one rivet could alter the performance of the driver's airbag during deployment. This could potentially increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Honda dealer. The dealer will inspect the driver's airbag module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.

What owners are reporting 2 most recent

airbags · filed 12/09/2017

Takata recall. Traded in to briarwood Ford ann arbor mi. Unknown damage

airbags · 93,000 mi · filed 12/08/2017

Received a recall letter in the mail. Do I just take it to the nearest Honda dealership to have repaired? Will there be any out-of-pocket costs, and is this something that we'll be reimbursed for in the form of a rental car until it's fixed? We also lease a 2015 Nissan leaf. VIN: [xxx]. We received a letter in the mail for this car as well. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of…

Had airbags trouble with your 2013 Honda Pilot? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the airbags problem on the 2013 Honda Pilot?

It's a meaningful issue. 17 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.

At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?

Based on the 17 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 76,192 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to airbags?

Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Related

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Honda/Pilot. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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