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Honda Pilot: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.

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MakeHonda
ClassSmall SUV, Standard SUV
Model years (US)2003–2027
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
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Generations and technical specifications

Honda Pilot – Fourth generation2022–present
Honda Pilot – Fourth generation
SpecificationValue
Model codeYG1/2
ProductionDecember 2022 – present
Model years2023–present
PlatformHonda PF7
Engines3.5 L J35Y8 V6
Transmissions10-speed automatic
Wheelbase2,891 mm
Length5,077 mm
Width1,994 mm
Height1,803 mm
AssemblyUnited States: Lincoln, Alabama (HMA)
Honda Pilot – Third generation2015–2022
Honda Pilot – Third generation
SpecificationValue
Model codeYF5/6
ProductionMay 2015 – December 2022
Model years2016–2022
PlatformGlobal Light Truck Platform 2 (GLTP2)
Engines3.5 L J35Y6 V6
Transmissions6-speed Honda H6 automatic (2016–2020)
9-speed ZF 9HP automatic (optional in 2016–2020, standard for 2021–2022)
Wheelbase2,819 mm
Length4,991 mm
Width1,996 mm
Height2016-2018: 1,773 mm
2019-2022: 1,796 mm
AssemblyUnited States: Lincoln, Alabama (HMA)
DesignerBen Davidson, Bill Yex
Honda Pilot – Second generation2008–2015
Honda Pilot – Second generation
SpecificationValue
Model codeYF3/4
ProductionApril 2008 – May 2015
Model years2009–2015
Engines3.5 L J35Z4 V6
Transmissions5-speed automatic
Wheelbase2,774 mm
Length2009–11: 4,849 mm
2012–15: 4,862 mm
Width1,994 mm
Height2009–11: 1,847 mm
2012–15: 1,803 mm
AssemblyUnited States: Lincoln, Alabama (HMA)
DesignerYoung Choi (2006)
Honda Pilot – First generation2002–2008
Honda Pilot – First generation
SpecificationValue
Model codeYF1/2
ProductionApril 2002 – April 2008
Model years2003–2008
Engines3.5 L J35A4 V6 (2003-2004)
3.5 L J35A6 V6 (2005)
3.5 L J35Z1 V6 (2006-2008 FWD)
3.5 L J35A9 V6 (2006-2008 4WD)
Transmissions5-speed automatic
Wheelbase2,700 mm
Length4,775 mm
Width2003–05: 1,963 mm
2003–05 LX: 1,938 mm
2006–08: 1,968 mm
Height2003–05: 1,821 mm
2003–05: 1,793 mm
2006–08 2WD LX: 1,781 mm
2006–08 4WD LX: 1,788 mm
2006–08 2WD EX/EX-L: 1,811 mm
2006–08 4WD EX/EX-L: 1,821 mm
AssemblyCanada: Alliston, Ontario (HCM; 2003–2007)
United States: Lincoln, Alabama (HMA)
DesignerRicky Hsu (1999)

Engines and transmissions

Model yearsEngineTransmissionDriveFuel
2023–20263.5 L, 6 cyl10-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2023–20263.5 L, 6 cyl10-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2016–20223.5 L, 6 cyl9-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2016–20223.5 L, 6 cyl9-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2016–20203.5 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2016–20203.5 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2010–20153.5 L, 6 cyl5-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2006–20153.5 L, 6 cyl5-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2003–20093.5 L, 6 cyl5-speed automaticFour-wheel or all-wheel drivePetrol (regular)

Fuel economy (EPA)

Model yearsConfigurationCombinedCityHighway
2023–20263.5 L, 6 cyl · 10-speed automatic · All-wheel drive11.2–11.8 L/100 km12.4–13.1 L/100 km9.4–10.2 L/100 km
2023–20263.5 L, 6 cyl · 10-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive10.7 L/100 km12.4 L/100 km8.7 L/100 km
2016–20223.5 L, 6 cyl · 9-speed automatic · All-wheel drive10.7–11.2 L/100 km12.4 L/100 km9.0–9.4 L/100 km
2016–20223.5 L, 6 cyl · 9-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive10.2 L/100 km11.8 L/100 km8.7 L/100 km
2016–20203.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive11.2 L/100 km13.1 L/100 km9.0–9.4 L/100 km
2016–20203.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive10.7 L/100 km12.4 L/100 km8.7 L/100 km
2010–20153.5 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · All-wheel drive11.8–13.1 L/100 km13.8–14.7 L/100 km9.8–10.7 L/100 km
2006–20153.5 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive11.8–13.1 L/100 km13.1–14.7 L/100 km9.4–10.7 L/100 km
2003–20093.5 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive13.1–13.8 L/100 km14.7–15.7 L/100 km10.7–11.8 L/100 km

Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.

Key specifications

Key specifications
SpecificationValue
EPA size classSmall SUV, Standard SUV, SUV
Model years in EPA data2003–2026
PowertrainsPetrol
Engine displacement3.5 L
Cylinders6
Transmission typesAutomatic
DriveFront-wheel drive, All-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive
FuelPetrol (regular)
Configurations listed64
Start-stop systemOn some versions

Years and markets

Years and markets
SpecificationValue
Model years (US)2003–2027

Owner complaints (NHTSA)

ComponentComplaintsMost reported model years
Engine and cooling25832016, 2017, 2019
Electrical system20552016, 2017, 2019
Transmission and drivetrain13262003, 2005, 2016
Fuel and propulsion8772016, 2017, 2019
Airbags7362003, 2004, 2005
Brakes6492005, 2013, 2019
Driver assistance6442019, 2020, 2021
Body and structure4192003, 2013, 2016
Speed control and cruise3752005, 2016, 2017
Steering3232005, 2011, 2025

Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2003–2025: 9359 complaints, 351 with a crash and 99 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.

Recalls

Honda Pilot recall: Steering:electric Power Assist SystemSteering:electric Power Assist System · 2026-10-29Honda Pilot recall: Seat Belts:rear/otherSeat Belts:rear/other · 2025-02-06Honda Pilot recall: Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection SystemFuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System · 2025-01-24Honda Pilot recall: Steering:rack And Pinion:rackSteering:rack And Pinion:rack · 2023-11-02Honda Pilot recall: TiresTires · 2020-11-20Honda Pilot recall: Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panelElectrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel · 2015-10-16

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