#1
Power Steering System
Reported across 11 Honda Pilot model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
Issue Pattern Analysis
Honda Pilot Common Problems
We analyzed every Honda Pilot reliability report across 23 model years (avg score 83/100) — here are the issues that keep showing up.
Most-Reported Pilot Issues
Ranked by how often this issue appears in our Honda Pilot year-by-year reports.
Affects 48% of years
#2
Automatic Transmission
Reported across 6 Honda Pilot model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#3
VTM-4 Rear Differential
Reported across 3 Honda Pilot model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#4
Transmission
Reported across 3 Honda Pilot model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#5
Engine (VCM System)
Reported across 3 Honda Pilot model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#6
9-Speed Automatic Transmission
Reported across 3 Honda Pilot model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#7
Infotainment & Electrical
Reported across 3 Honda Pilot model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#8
Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) System
Reported across 2 Honda Pilot model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
Problems by Model Year
2003 Honda Pilot82/100
A practical and capable SUV, but its automatic transmission demands rigorous scrutiny and proactive care.
2004 Honda Pilot75/100
A practical family hauler, but be prepared to address its well-documented transmission and steering vulnerabilities.
2005 Honda Pilot83/100
A practical and spacious SUV, but its age and specific known issues necessitate careful inspection and committed maintenance.
2006 Honda Pilot82/100
A practical and spacious SUV, but its age and specific transmission vulnerabilities elevate the risk for the uninitiated.
2007 Honda Pilot87/100
A highly reliable and versatile family hauler, nearly bulletproof if its few well-known quirks are addressed proactively.
2008 Honda Pilot83/100
A reliable family hauler, but proactively managing VCM and transmission care is paramount for long-term satisfaction.
2009 Honda Pilot78/100
A practical choice that can be a reliable workhorse if its few critical flaws are understood and proactively managed.
2010 Honda Pilot83/100
A practical and capable family hauler, but known powertrain and steering quirks demand careful pre-purchase inspection and ongoing vigilance.
2011 Honda Pilot78/100
A practical family hauler that demands diligent maintenance, particularly for its VCM-equipped engine, to ensure long-term reliability.
2012 Honda Pilot83/100
A spacious and practical family hauler, but diligent VCM mitigation and fluid maintenance are key to long-term satisfaction.
2013 Honda Pilot87/100
A steadfast family SUV that, with a few preventative measures, will serve reliably for years to come.
2014 Honda Pilot86/100
A steadfast family hauler, the 2014 Pilot offers outstanding utility with only a few specific areas warranting proactive attention.
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