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ProblemsByVin File / 2025-HONDA-PILOT
2025 · Honda

Honda Pilot problems

4 safety recalls. 131 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.8 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

steering
27 reports · avg $700
moderate
electrical
18 reports · avg $850
severe
powertrain
13 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
cruise control
10 reports · avg $600
severe
brakes
9 reports · avg $450
severe
visibility
9 reports · avg $350
moderate
engine
7 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
fuel system
3 reports · avg $1,200
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2025 Pilot · visibility
The contact owns a 2025 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that the front windshield was cracked. The contact stated that a rock or stone had most likely hit the windshield. The vehicle was taken to the auto glass center, and the windshield was replaced. After the repair, the…
12/29/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11707585.0
2025 Pilot · engine
Vehicle was driving normally when the engine failed and lost power. The vehicle following nearly rear ended ours. Pulled the car over into a side street and tried to restart with no success. Emission control problem warning displayed. Called road side assistance and had the…
12/25/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11707041.0
2025 Pilot · electrical
After two weeks of purchasing this vehicle the whole system just turn off. The first time it happens was on a Tuesday afternoon. I turn the vehicle off. As I return to the car a few minutes later I couldn't Start the car. Everything was off no power on, the lights were off,…
12/22/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11632041.0
2025 Pilot · other
We own two Hondas. On December 18, 2024 someone stole the radar senders from both vehicles. I takes a little over a minute to steal these. The Honda dealer states that Honda Corp has offered no solution. Beyond expense this negates the cars high tech safety features which…
12/13/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11630564.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 4

severe NHTSA 24V900000 27/11/2024

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel filler neck tube and pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is OKM.
severe NHTSA 25V031000 23/01/2025

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EL1 and AL0.
severe NHTSA 25V391000 12/06/2025

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

A brake pedal that shifts out of position can prevent the driver from applying the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are FLX and XLY.
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Common questions

Is the 2025 Honda Pilot reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 131 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2025 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 2025 Honda Pilot?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is steering, with 27 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The steering is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $700 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 2025 Honda Pilot?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 131 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $700, 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.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 2 days ago. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Honda. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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