honda Pilot problems
0 safety recalls. 870 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Traveling about 70 mph on the interstate using cruise control. I don’t think there was a change in steepness/grade, but if there was it was mild. Suddenly, the rpm’s were erratic and the engine and gears seemed out of sync. Pressing the gas pedal didn’t seem to effectively…
TWO TIMES MY 2017 HONDA PILOT WITH ONLY 2600 MILES ON IT HAS LOST ENGINE POWER AT SPEEDS OF 45 PLUS MILES PER HOUR. THE SERVICE ENGINE NOW LIGHT FLASHES ALONG WITH ALL OTHER SYSTEM WARNINGS INCLUDING EMISSION WARNINGS, VEHICLE STABILITY WARNINGS, AND ENGINE POWER FAILURE…
While driving at normal speed car suddenly is unresponsive (will not accelerate, looses power, and is jumpy). The computer triggers a limp mode and alerts every code possible on the dash screen, even though all mechanical parts are fine. This computer/electric failure is a risk…
My engine light came on with the words engine emission problem on my 2017 Honda Pilot. Upon research, there is a Honda Warranty Extension on 2017-2019 pilots if you receive error code P0420. I took my vehicle in for service and was told that is indeed the error code, but…
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Common questions
Is the 2017 Honda Pilot reliable?
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 870 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Honda Pilot has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
What's the most common problem on the 2017 Honda Pilot?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 265 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Honda Pilot has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2017 Honda Pilot?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 870 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.