Is the Honda Pilot Reliable?
2003–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Honda Pilot Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 9 | — | — | 77 | Good |
| 2025 | 0 | 146 | 11 | — | 66 | Good |
| 2024 | 5 | 67 | 1 | — | 68 | Good |
| 2023 | 3 | 108 | — | — | 73 | Good |
| 2022 | 3 | 127 | 5 | — | 70 | Good |
| 2021 | 7 | 350 | 7 | — | 48 | Fair |
| 2020 | 7 | 388 | 1 | — | 54 | Fair |
| 2019 | 8 | 705 | 14 | — | 39 | Poor |
| 2018 | 3 | 318 | 4 | — | 70 | Good |
| 2017 | 1 | 658 | 6 | — | 68 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Pilot Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Pilot scores 5 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Honda Pilot Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 2876 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Honda Pilot reliable?+
The Honda Pilot scores 63/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 38 recall campaigns and 2876 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Pilot is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Pilot achieved the highest reliability score of 77/100 with 1 recall and 9 complaints.
How many miles does a Pilot last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Honda Pilot owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Pilot will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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