This page covers 6 recalls, 89 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2024 Honda Pilot.
21–22 mpg combined
10.7–11.2 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2024 Honda Pilot draws complaints spread across a few systems, with forward collision avoidance, steering, and seat belt sensors leading the volume. On the seat belt side, owners across multiple reports describe rear and middle-row buckle sensors that misread whether a passenger is fastened, triggering repeated chime warnings even when belts are properly buckled, or in some cases failing to detect an unbuckled occupant at all. The forward collision system generates consistent complaints about unwanted braking events, particularly on roads with dark pavement patches or crack sealant, where the system appears to interpret the markings as hazards and applies the brakes at highway speeds. Steering complaints round out the top three, though the seat belt sensor misbehavior and the false-trigger braking pattern each show up across enough separate reports to stand out clearly in this complaint set.
89
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2024 Honda Pilot has 6 recalls, with three of equal severity topping the list: a fuel filler neck that can separate and leak fuel near ignition sources, a loose ball bearing in the steering rack that can cause sudden loss of steering control or lockup, and a brake pedal pivot pin that can shift out of position and prevent normal braking.
A software error in the fuel injection control unit can also cause the engine to stall or lose power without warning. On the seating side, the driver's seat cushion frame fasteners may not have been properly tightened, leaving the seat loose and unable to adequately restrain the driver in a crash. These seat fastener recalls cover overlapping groups of vehicles and describe the same underlying defect.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's seat cushion frame may not be properly tightened, causing the seat to become loose.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame at no cost to you.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake pedal pivot pin wasn't secured properly, allowing the pedal to shift out of position during use.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly and replace it if needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error in the fuel injection control unit may cause your engine to stall or lose power while driving.
What the fix does
Your dealer will reprogram the fuel injection control unit software at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel filler neck tube and fuel filler pipe may separate from each other, which can cause fuel to leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the fuel filler neck tube and pipe, and repair or replace them as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's seat cushion frame may not be properly fastened, causing the seat to shift or move during vehicle operation.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A loose ball bearing in the gearbox assembly may cause loss of steering control or steering lock-up.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the electric power steering rack at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
