2019 Honda Pilot problems
The Honda Pilot is a mid-size crossover SUV with three-row seating manufactured by Honda since 2002. Primarily aimed at the North American market, the Pilot is the largest SUV produced by Honda. Pilots are currently manufactured in Lincoln, Alabama, and the Pilot was produced in Alliston, Ontario until April 2007. The first generation Pilot was released in April 2002 as a 2003 model.
The Pilot shares its platform with the Acura MDX, as well as the North American market Odyssey minivan. The Pilot's unibody construction and independent suspension are designed to provide handling similar to that of a car, and it has integrated perimeter frame rails to permit towing and light off-road use.
Prior to the introduction of the Pilot, Honda marketed the compact crossover CR-V and the Honda Passport (a rebadged Isuzu Rodeo). The Honda Passport that was sold between 1993 and 2002 was a truck-based design. The Pilot is Honda's largest SUV, although the 2010 Crosstour surpassed the Pilot in length. The Pilot is now currently in its fourth generation, with multiple design changes occurring from getting bigger and resembling a truck to downsizing and becoming sleeker to now a slight mix of both.
The Pilot is sold in North America and the Middle East, while the Honda MDX (first generation Acura MDX) was marketed in Japan and Australia for several years. The second-generation Pilot was also sold in Russia, Ukraine, South Korea, Latin America, and the Philippines.
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Common 2019 Honda Pilot problems
The 2019 Honda Pilot has been known to have several common problems based on complaints from its owners. These issues include infotainment system failures, fuel pump replacement, hood latch replacement, and concerns about the long-term reliability of the six-speed transmission
Infotainment system failures have been a significant issue for many 2019 Honda Pilot owners. The infotainment system is classified as acceptable but not great by some users. Early on, many owners started experiencing issues with static and the speakers. These problems can be frustrating and may require professional assistance to resolve. However, they typically do not leave the owner stranded, but there are concerns about the long-term reliability of the system
Another common problem with the 2019 Honda Pilot is fuel pump replacement. While this issue has not left any owners stranded, it is still a concern for many. Fuel pump replacement can be expensive and may require professional assistance to resolve. It is essential to address this issue promptly to avoid any further complications or damage to the vehicle
The hood latch replacement is another common problem with the 2019 Honda Pilot. This issue can be concerning for many owners, as it may affect the vehicle's safety. However, it is typically not a significant issue and can be resolved with professional assistance
Finally, there are concerns about the long-term reliability of the six-speed transmission in the 2019 Honda Pilot. While there have not been any significant issues with the transmission, some owners are concerned about its long-term reliability. It is essential to address any transmission issues promptly to avoid any further complications or damage to the vehicle
In summary, the 2019 Honda Pilot has several common problems, including infotainment system failures, fuel pump replacement, hood latch replacement, and concerns about the long-term reliability of the six-speed transmission. It is essential to address these issues promptly to avoid any further complications or damage to the vehicle. Professional assistance may be required to resolve some of these issues, and it is essential to follow all safety precautions when working on the vehicle.
What are the issues with a 2019 Honda Pilot?
Owner Reported Trouble Spots
- In-car Electronics. Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display. ...
- Climate System. ...
- Electrical Accessories. ...
- Transmission Major. ...
- Fuel System/Emissions. ...
- Transmission Minor. ...
- Brakes. ...
- Paint And Trim.
Does the Honda Pilot have any problems?
Honda Pilots built between 2006 and 2008, as well as 2017 to 2021 models, have considerably fewer reported complaints than other model years. This is despite the investigation into engine stop-start system failures in the later model years and a recall involving the hood latch on 2016 to 2019 Pilots.
Is the Honda Pilot a long lasting car?
The Honda Pilot is not only reliable but also known for its impressive longevity. Many Honda Pilots have been known to last up to 200,000 miles with proper care, and some units have even approached 300,000 miles, underscoring the vehicle's longevity.
How many miles can a 2019 Honda Pilot go on a full tank?
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| 2019 Honda Pilot AWD | |
|---|---|
| EPA Fuel Economy | 21 MPG 18 26 combined city/highway city highway |
| 4.8 gal/100mi | |
| 410 miles Total Range | |
| Unofficial MPG Estimates from Vehicle Owners Learn more about "My MPG" Disclaimer | 23.3 MPG 22 Lo 24 Hi Average based on 2 vehicles View Individual Estimates |
2019 Honda Pilot car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Honda Pilot problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2019 Honda Pilot vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2019 Honda Pilot
The NHTSA has received 573 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2019 Honda Pilot. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2019 Honda Pilot vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-09
- VIN: 5FNYF6H04KB
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Connecting rod bearing failure. Engine was making knocking noise noticeable under 2000 RPM. Engine could experience sudden loss of power if engine failed. Dealer inspected engine internals and found a spun connecting rod bearing, requiring engine short block to be replaced. Vehicle falls in the production date range stated on recall 573 for this exact issue, however Honda Corporate stated VIN doesn't match affected units.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-16
- VIN: 5FNYF5H58KB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-14
- VIN: 5FNYF5H38KB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-07
- VIN: 5FNYF5H13KB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-18
- VIN: 5FNYF5H62KB
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The recall for Fuel Pump still has no parts available? it has been 9 months long. I have called dealership every week and they keep saying no parts. I'm worried about my car. I can feel the car choking sometine while driving.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-01
- VIN: 5FNYF6H01KB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Honda's 100 month batterys are dying well before the 100 month period due to the start-stop systems which already have a recall. Ours began leaving the vehicle stranded in 2022 and it continues today.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-17
- VIN: 5FNYF6H30KB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000(Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-16
- VIN: 5FNYF6H5XKB
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The cars smart car controls stopped working. ACC, Collision Mitigation System, LKAS, Road Departure Mitigation, and Auto High Beam Problem warning lights are on.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-24
- VIN: 5FNYF6H51KB
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: The air conditioner system has stopped blowing cold a/c air. Honda service says its an internal failure of the compressor and the entire system needs to be replaced at the cost of $5,500. Without working a/c, the front windshield defogger does not work. This is an issue in the humid southeast. Visibility issues persist every night when attempting to drive. Honda rejected a goodwill claim for repair stating that my car at 44,000 miles is outside their 36,000 mile warranty for A/C and that we have not been with one dealership for enough service history. The car has been exclusively serviced at honda dealerships, but we are a military family, thus unable to stay in one location for service due to military orders. Without a front windshield defog system, the car is unsafe to drive due to poor visibility.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-13
- VIN: 5FNYF6H99KB
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: 3 episodes of unexpected and sudden braking for no reason. Twice on Sept 13 when ACC was in use and set at 70 mph the car hard-braked and dropped to 40-42mph rapidly, then it stopped braking and I was able to use the accelerator again- the braking lasted perhaps 10-15 seconds. The third episode was on Oct. 13 and the ACC was not on. I was driving manually at 55 mph and again the car suddenly braked and dropped to the same 40-42 range- maybe 5-10 seconds before the accelerator started to work again. There was no reason for the barking, no warning notices on the dashboard. Thank goodness there was no-one close behind me on any of these occasions, because the drop in speed was fast and hard.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-14
- VIN: 5FNYF6H49KB
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: My car has a surge and hiccup. Upon the test drive the mechanic said it feels like it’s misfiring. Several mechanics have said this could be due to the fuel pump. The fuel pump is on a safety recall, however Honda has been refusing to fix it for about a year now. Due to the hesitation, when driving my car could stall any moment, which will increase the risk of a crash or injury.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-10
- VIN: 5FNYF6H97KB
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact stated while coming to a stop, the contact became aware that the vehicle could not be shifted out of neutral. The vehicle was able to restart; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-18
- VIN: 5FNYF6H50KB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-03
- VIN: 5FNYF5H59KB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-24
- VIN: 5FNYF6H63KB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: My 2019 Honda Pilot Touring was included in the Stop Sale/Safety Recall: 2018-2023 Multi-Model MOST Communication Error. In May 2024, Schomp Honda dealership attempted to fix the recall. In September 2024 my Honda Pilot began experiencing audio and display issues. The display would cut out while driving and I would hear static through the speakers. On September 24, 2024 I took a short drive and the backup camera worked when I reversed out of my garage, but 12 mins later when trying to park, my backup camera video would not display. It stays on a black screen with "Camera System Failure" when in reverse, I tried parking the vehicle, turning the engine off and back on. While I waited for my service appointment at the Schomp Honda Dealership (the same dealership who performed the attempted recall fix) on Oct 2, 2024 the video from the backup camera would intermittently display (approximately 10% of the time I would see video when in reverse). The other 90% of the time, the display shows a black, sometimes flickering green image. I believe the Stop Sale/Safety Recall: 2018-2023 Multi-Model MOST Communication Error was not fixed by the service technicians at Schomp Honda Dealership for my 2019 Honda Pilot Touring. I am experiencing the exact issues with 23-047, Safety Recall: 2019-23 Passport/Pilot Install FAKRA Service Cables at MOST Bus Network was supposed to fix. An improperly functioning rearview camera impairs my rearward visibility, potentially increasing the risk of a back-up collision or injury. I cannot see children or people that are shorter than my rear window.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-18
- VIN: 5FNYF5H51KB
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Honda issued a recall on 12/18/2023 for the fuel pump that it acknowledges could cause the car to fail while driving, 23V-858. Over nine months later, parts are still not available to address this recall. That seems to exceed a reasonable timeframe to allow drivers to continue to drive cars that could critically malfunction.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-01
- VIN: 5FNYF6H05KB
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Honda is to replace the fuel pump with a new one due to a recall. I have received my notice to go get one more than 6 weeks ago and they never have any in stock and will not provide me any info on when they will be available. Just that they get them randomly and that there is nothing they can do for me and they refuse to contact me when they got one and told me its like a lottery, if you can and we have one then you are lucky and we will replace.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
- VIN: 5FNYF6H05KB
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: My vehicle several times has jumped forward when I remote start the vehicle. My car is always put into park gear and the emergency brake applied when parking the vehicle. At the same time the engine starts there is a lurch forward. Dealership does not "know of any issues" at this time.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-01
- VIN: 5FNYF6H05KB
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Back up camera just suddenly started showing a wide range of colors. It looks almost like a thermal camera. I am unable to see behind me when I back up. There was no warning of this and it was not a slowly changing issue, the camera worked one day and then the next time this happened. There are many complaints about this online from other owners. The new camera prices are outrageous.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-01
- VIN: 5FNYF6H99KB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Screen on backup camera is not clear. It now has purple and green coloring and is impeding the picture on the screen. The dealership thinks it is due to the wiring with the backup camera. When backing up I cannot clearly see if any objects are behind me. This is happening each time I reverse. There were no warning sign that I noticed. I did, however, have problems with the current recall with wiring and the audio almost immediately after buying the new car. Took it into the delearship on many occasions to have fixed, prior to recall. I’ve ready many similar issues happening after the recall is fixed.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-19
- VIN: 5FNYF5H67KB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: My car has shifted from both park to neutral and drive to neutral on its own three times in the last six weeks. This has occurred when parked and when at a red light. My gear shifters are electric push buttons. This has previously occurred, been reported to NHTSA, and been checked by the dealership. I was told by the dealership that it was a battery issue and paid to replace my three and a half year old battery that tested in good condition. My new battery is about a year old and I am now having the same, very serious issues. This specific model has been recalled multiple times for continuous electrical issues. I called the dealership after the first new incident and was told if they cannot repeat it, they cannot fix it. It is not occurring everyday or seemingly with any pattern so I cannot replicate it for the dealership. In the most recent incident that occurred at the red light, my car stalled and would not shift out of neutral. I had to turn off the car and restart it twice before I could shift into drive and avoid being hit. This also occurred in previous incidences that took place at red lights.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
- VIN: 5FNYF6H02KB
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 2019 Honda Pilot rear camera became inoperable and the word “camera failure” appears on a black screen in the front of the vehicle. This is a big safety issue as now what is behind the vehicle cannot be seen such as children or other adults. The dealership believes it is the actual camera that has failed and like I said previously the screen says “camera failure” on it where previously the rear camera image would be.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-19
- VIN: 5FNYF6H93KB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-21
- VIN: 5FNYF6H03KB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the loss of motive power was intermittent but occurred at various speeds. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-29
- VIN: 5FNYF5H56KB
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: i was notified of a vehicle recall related to a fuel pump issue. when i contacted my local Honda dealer 9 months ago, i was told that i was on a list for repair and would be notified when parts were available. i called today and was informed there is no such list. since my fuel pump went out, i was stranded and forced to replace with an after market fuel pump. All Star Honda in Abilene Tx told me today that they would not be servicing the recall any more because it was replaced with a non OEM part. this does not seem right to me. how can you issue a recall, not correct it, expect the customer to correct it, and then still not honor the recall when parts become available. what they said is that Honda Corporate determines how many parts will be sent to dealerships and they have no control over when they will get them. it seems as if honda does not care if the recalls are repaired or not.
2019 Honda Pilot recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 11 recalls for different components of the 2019 Honda Pilot.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Acura TLX, 2016-2020 Acura MDX, 2016 and 2018-2019 Pilot, 2017 and 2019 Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear and seize, damaging the engine.
- Consequence: A damaged engine may run improperly or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 28, 2024. Honda began mailing owner notification letters as of March 18, 2024. 2015-2016 Acura owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-December 2024, 2017 Acura owner letters are expected to be mail late-September 2024, 2018 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed the end of March/early April 2024, 2019 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-May 2024, 2020 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-June 2024, and 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed in mid-December 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XG1 and GG0.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Pilot, and 2019-2023 Passport vehicles. Due to a faulty Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) communication coaxial cable connector, the rearview camera image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the MOST cable harness and install a straightening cover over the vehicle cable connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EEL, ZEM, and SFC.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Passport, 2016-2019 Pilot, and 2017-2020 Ridgeline vehicles. The hood latch striker may become damaged and separate from the hood, which can result in the hood opening while driving.
- Consequence: A hood that opens while driving can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will either repair the hood latch striker, or replace the hood if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PBV.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Passport and Pilot vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
- Consequence: Overcured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation, which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four tires and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 22, 2021. Owners may contact American Honda Motor Co. customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is UA2.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Passport, and 2019-2021 Pilot vehicles. Incorrect instrument panel control module software can cause the instrument panel to not display critical information, such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear selector position until the next ignition cycle. Additionally, it can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
- Consequence: Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T89.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pilot, 2019-2020 Odyssey and 2019-2020 Passport vehicles. Incorrect central network software programming may cause several errors to occur that can delay or prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
- Consequence: A delayed or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners that updated software is available. Owners have the option to either follow the mailed instructions to download and update the software for free, or visit a dealer to have the software update performed, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is Y7Y.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: STRUCTURE:BODY
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Pilot and 2019 Passport vehicles. The front frame left and right side upper members may not have been welded completely to the unibody. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 219, "Windshield Zone Intrusion."
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, incomplete body welding may provide inadequate protection to occupants, increasing the risk of an injury.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle for missing welds, free of charge. If the vehicle is identified as missing welds, the dealer will offer to repurchase the vehicle or provide a similar replacement vehicle. Owner notification began November 6 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is X6J.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
- Consequence: Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall began June 7, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is L4M. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is Z4L.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Honda Ridgeline and Pilot vehicles. The mounting holes for the clip that secures the right center pillar trim panel may be larger than intended. In the event of a crash necessitating right side curtain air bag deployment, the clip may not hold the center pillar trim panel in position and it may potentially interfere with the curtain air bag deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection," and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the curtain air bag does not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket on the right center pillar that will securely hold the center pillar trim clip, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is D3D.
Negative 2019 Honda Pilot car reviews
Positive 2019 Honda Pilot car reviews
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Congratulations on your 5th new Honda purchase! It's great to hear that you've been pleased with all of them. It's been a year since you've owned this Elite and it's impressive that it has handled so well with 9,500 miles on it. The 9 speed transmission is very smooth and easy to master with the push button drive. The automatic engine cylinder deactivation is a great feature that has given you up to 33mpg on several occasions. The SUV is very roomy and the ratchet arm rests on the front seats are a nice touch. The build quality is excellent with no rattles or wind noise. The infotainment system works well, although it may take some time to master. The acceleration is decent enough to move it into freeway traffic or passing on the old two lane roads. Overall, it's hard to find fault with this SUV. If we had to gripe about anything, it would be the engine start/stop feature which we disable every time we get into the car. We would also like the ride to be just a bit softer, as due to the 20 inch wheels it will give a bit harder ride on choppy pavement. We appreciate your honest feedback on the other SUVs you've driven and we're glad that the Honda Elite fits your bill 100%. We encourage everyone to test drive one and develop their own conclusion. Thank you for choosing Honda!
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This is my third Pilot (2003, 2015, 2019). I have had good results with the '03 and '15, but this Pilot is by far the best. The handling is great, and all safety features work as advertised. The passenger compartment and cargo space are the perfect size for a mid-size SUV. Recently, I took a three-hour trip and covered 350 miles, and I averaged 28.5 MPG. I have had the car for two months and have driven 1000 miles. Based on my experience with previous Pilots, I expect the same performance in the coming years. The styling is also a high point for this car, as it stands out greatly among other SUVs.
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Make sure to take the car for a test drive, as the push button controlled transmission may take some time to get used to.
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I recently traded in my 2018 CRV for a 2019 Honda Pilot Touring and I must say, I am thoroughly impressed. The car is noticeably quieter than my previous vehicle, which is great for listening to music or watching movies in the back seat. The ride is smooth and comfortable, perfect for family trips. Although the car is not as sporty as some other models, it is not meant to be driven like a sedan or sports car. One thing to note is that the suspension is soft, so the car may rock side to side more easily when hitting speed bumps. Additionally, the car is quite heavy, so it requires more distance to come to a complete stop compared to my CRV. The 9-speed transmission can be a bit finicky when driving between 25-30 mph, but otherwise, the shifting is smooth. I did experience one instance of the infotainment system freezing up, but it has not happened again since. My favorite feature of this car is the torque vectoring, which makes taking corners feel like a breeze. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with my purchase and would highly recommend this car to anyone in the market for a family-friendly vehicle.
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I've owned a Pilot EX-L, Touring, and now the 2019 Elite. What a difference! The interior noise has been reduced just as I had hoped, and the ride and handling are absolutely wonderful. The sound system is a significant upgrade, as are all the new detailing that has been added. I would highly recommend this car and trim to anyone who wants the top-of-the-line because you truly get your money's worth.
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Madyson Brekke 2024-10-24
Hello! Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're sorry to hear that you've been experiencing a chirping noise from the underside of your 2019 Pilot. We understand how frustrating this can be, especially with a brand new car. We appreciate you taking the time to bring this to the attention of the dealership and Honda engineers. We want to assure you that we're doing everything we can to resolve this issue as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and appreciate your patience. If you have any further concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Thank you for choosing Honda!
Cyrus Labadie 2024-10-13
The days of the Honda with 200k miles are gone. Although this is a comfortable vehicle, I have noticed a few issues within the first month of owning it. I am considering either trading it in before 36k miles or buying an extended warranty. Within the first 1000 miles, I noticed some problems with the radar, rear entertainment system, and idle stop. I also advise any new buyer to thoroughly inspect the body panels for placement. Despite these issues, I still love driving it and find it to be leaps and bounds better than the Volkswagen Atlas. However, I do believe that the initial quality of a $45k Honda should be better.
Rickie Ferry 2024-10-02
Hey there! Just a quick tip for you - if you're driving this car or any other similar ones in snowy conditions and you don't have access to a heated garage overnight, it might not start in the morning. But don't worry, it's an easy fix! You just need to have it hauled (not towed) to a dealer so it can thaw out. After that, it'll run just fine until the next time you want to start it outside. We absolutely love this SUV, except for this minor inconvenience. Thanks for reading!
Eleazar Hettinger 2024-09-22
I recently purchased a Honda Pilot Elite 2019, but unfortunately, I have been experiencing some issues with it. The speedometer and dash console have been shutting off mid-drive, the audio has been popping and crackling, and the infotainment screen has been shutting off randomly. Despite taking it to the dealership five times for over 45 days, the issues have not been resolved yet. I am currently in the process of filing a lawsuit to get Honda to take responsibility for the issues. Although this experience has been frustrating, I hope that Honda will work to resolve these issues and improve their vehicles in the future.
Isom Mills 2024-09-02
Hi there! I wanted to share my experience with our 2019 Honda Pilot. Unfortunately, we had an issue with the front windshield making a popping sound from the tweeter just two weeks after purchasing it. We took it to the dealership four times for repairs, which was frustrating. However, I'm hopeful that we can get this resolved soon. Thanks for listening!