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moderate 527 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850 · see electrical across all vehicles →
Of the 527 electrical complaints filed for the 2016 Honda Pilot, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
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.
Of the 21 model years of Honda Pilot we track for electrical problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 527.
Electrical accounts for 32% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 12 categories tracked.
If a safety system cannot immediately warn the driver when needed, the driver may be at increased risk of a crash.
Keep encountering keyless remote start problem. Problem does not resolve. Takes several tries to get car started.
Keyless start system problem comes on and off the dash board
On 3 separate occasions, our 2016 Honda pilot elite has completely shut down while we were driving - twice on the highway and once in busy traffic. When this happens, the engine, transmission, power steering, etc. All stop working and the car displays every error you can imagine. I have posted a video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btebmywy-is this is very scary because there is nothing…
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was stalling and losing motive power. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired under an extended warranty; however, the contact stated that the failure recurred, and that the vehicle was stalling. The…
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 527 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Across the 263 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most electrical failures cluster between 37,000 and 65,000 miles, with the median around 50,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 37,000; a quarter make it past 65,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical 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.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover electrical 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.