2022 Honda Pilot
Common Problems
Ranked from 46 federal NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
10 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Forward Collision Avoidance System Failure
13complaintsSafety riskOtherThe forward collision avoidance system malfunctions, leading to the failure of safety features such as adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking.
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Brake system malfunctions leading to sudden deceleration
11complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake system engages unexpectedly, causing sudden deceleration without the driver pressing the brake pedal.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 23V458000
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Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
10complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stutters and stalls at idle when the stop-start system is engaged.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Transmission Defect Causing Hesitation
5complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission hesitates or fails to engage properly, causing the vehicle to lose power and struggle to accelerate.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Battery issues leading to vehicle stalling
3complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle has experienced multiple instances of stalling and failing to start, often requiring battery replacement or jump-starting.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Electrical system failure leading to unexpected shutdown
3complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe vehicle unexpectedly shuts down with all dashboard lights on, often without warning.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Sunroof Explodes Spontaneously
3complaintsHigh severityOtherThe sunroof explodes without any external impact, posing a safety risk to passengers.
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Automatic door unlocking while driving
2complaintsLow severityOtherThe rear door locks fail to operate properly, allowing passengers to accidentally unlock and open the doors while the vehicle is in motion.
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Steering Noise and Difficulty Turning
2complaintsMedium severitySteeringThere is a clicking and squeaking sound from the steering column, making it hard to turn the steering wheel.
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Steering Rack Failure
2complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering rack fails prematurely, causing vibrations and rattling in the steering wheel.
$900–$2,000est. steering rack replacement · 4–8 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.