2015 Honda Pilot Safety Report
2015 HONDA PILOT Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Honda Pilot
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Honda Pilot. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (4) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (105) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 0 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Unknown Or Other | Compare unknown or other issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2021 | Compare against the 2021 Honda Pilot with 369 complaints and 8 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2016 | Check the 2016 Honda Pilot before buying across this generation. |
Honda Pilot Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Honda Pilot years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Honda Pilot | 1608 | 7 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2017 Honda Pilot | 850 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2018 Honda Pilot | 413 | 5 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2019 Honda Pilot | 810 | 11 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Honda Pilot | 444 | 9 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Honda Pilot | 369 | 8 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2015 Honda Pilot Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Honda Pilot, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Unknown Or Other
13 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Honda onlyEngine
12 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Honda onlyService Brakes
10 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Honda onlyAir Bags
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Honda onlyStructure
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Structure issues Honda onlyFuel/Propulsion System
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Honda onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Honda Pilot
Reliability Score
The 2015 Honda Pilot receives a reliability score of 55 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2015 Honda Pilot
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2015 Honda Pilot
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Honda Pilot:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Fuel Pump Recalled for fuel pump issues, leading to engine sputtering and loss of power. This can be dangerous, especially in traffic. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Catalytic Converter Failing prematurely due to fuel management settings, causing potential emissions issues and reduced performance. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Service Brakes Recalled for issues that can lead to brake failure, posing a significant safety risk. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Airbag Inflator Module Recalled for faulty inflator modules in the passenger side airbags, posing a severe safety hazard. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2015 Honda Pilot:
Issues with the engine, including fuel pump and catalytic converter failures, are common.
Recalls for faulty airbags, particularly the passenger side, have been issued.
Recalls for service brake issues have been issued, posing a safety risk.
Steering issues, including wheel detachment and shaking, have been reported.
Recall Details for the 2015 Honda Pilot
The following 4 recalls have been issued for the 2015 Honda Pilot by NHTSA:
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.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic GX NGV, 2012-2015 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2014 Fit EV, 2010-2014 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to p...
Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are F5F and Q5E.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2013 TSX Sport Wagon, and 2010-2012 ZDX and 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, 2012-2014 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2013 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been installed incorrectly during replacement.
Consequence: An incorrectly installed air bag inflator may not properly deploy the passenger frontal air bag in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator installation and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M4O, P4R, T4Q, and W4P.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, California, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Honda is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Acura TSX, TSX Wagon and ZDX, Honda...
Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M2J and S2K.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Honda Pilot
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Honda Pilot with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 reported injuries or fatalities.
While driving in traffic the vehicle suddenly began to sputter and lose power with check engine light flashing on the dash board. I was able to pull over and limp the car the one mile to my home on side streets. I parked the vehicle and called for a tow truck to tow the vehicle to my local dealership that I purchased the car from brand new. This is the third time this failure has occurred. The ...
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the error message instructed the driver to pull over immediately. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with piston ring failures. In addition, DTC: P0301 (Misfire in Cylinder #1) was displayed. The contact was informed t...
I bought my 2015 Pilot in 2024 and since then my local mechanic has told me I am burning oil and I have had to replace several spark plugs. I have had error codes like P0304 come up in conjunction with the replacements. I now have a total engine failure. I looked online after my failure and saw the VCM Warranty Extension, but I was never notified about it. I saw where the codes could come up as "m...
The catalytic converter system on my vehicle is failing prematurely due to the vehicle’s built-in fuel management and energy-saving computer settings. These settings cause excess fuel to be burned and pushed into the catalytic converter, damaging the unit. In addition, this flaw is causing oil to be pushed out of the car, creating both a mechanical hazard and an environmental concern. This is not ...
See attached document for complaint.
Constant mold accumulates inside my car, creating an unpleasant, musty odor that fills the air. Over time, this persistent growth not only detracts from the vehicle's interior appearance but also poses potential health risks for anyone who enters. I have had to clean the car and remove mold repeatedly. This situation is extremely dangerous, especially since I have two small children who are being ...
My whole steering wheel detached while driving
My vehicle started shimmying at 55 MPH up to 70 MPH. My repair show told me that two of the tire walls are flattening out and it's dangerous to drive.
Started hearing a loud ticking/knocking noise, but it would get quiet once the car was running over 2500rpm. Noise was overheard by a pedestrian while dropping my kids off at school and he let me know he was a mechanic and that I should not be driving the car with that noise as the engine sounded like it could be on the way to seizing up. After inspection by 2 independent service center mechanics,...
Steering is shaking when braking at high speed. Replaced pads and rotors multiple times but problem keeps coming back. Lots of complaints also about this issue so please help
Airbag lift would come on intermittently. Upon dealership inspection it was learned that it could be a possible issue with the passenger side airbag and instructed to not drive vehicle. Airbag was ordered and took over six weeks to receive and repair. Dealership said airbags are not covered by any recall or warranty. Is, should, this be correct?
The valve cover gasket spool valve is leaking oil. Oil appears to be leaking on the alternator causing it to short and die. There is a Honda service bulletin 20-023 which shows 2009-15 pilots having this problem. However, Honda has declined to cover my repair saying my VIN is not covered and my warranty is expired. Sad
Honda Warranty Extension: White Diamond Pearl Paint SB19-057. Affected vehicle - 2015 Honda Pilot. Issue - peeling paint. Corrective action performed by approved Honda dealership as stated in SB19-057. Now experiencing other body panels that are peeling paint. Went back to Honda dealership to request repair of peeling paint. Repair claim denied by Honda Corporate. What recourse do I have sinc...
We were on our way out of town in May 2022 when the car suddenly idled and wouldn't go past 35 mph. The spark plugs would constantly need replacement and we bought a connector which seemed to make them last longer, but eventually still burn out sooner than they should've. We've had diagnostics through friend mechanics and family and cylinder 2 was the main culprit. We took the car to honda rece...
In my 2015 pilot I have rod bearing connector that failed,The report says that the engine in all vehicles is the 3.5L V6 that was popular from 2016 through 2020. However , my engine is a 3.5L V6 as well, and it has the same issue. The car has 162K .
My Honda was leaking gas, I normally park in my garage and the whole house smelled gas very dangerous being I have kids living in the house.. I had it repaired cost me $1500. This is very dangerous
Air Bag light is on. Service department informed me the passenger seat side air bag is faulty. There is no recall on this make year but Other Honda Pilots with same issue but other make years have been recalled.
5 YEARS OWNING THIS VEHICLE, I HAVE A PROBLEM WITH 1 OF THE CYLINDER HEAD, IT CRACKED, SPENT ALMOST $ 6000 WITH THE DEALERSHIP TO FIXED IT. TODAY I HAVE A PROBLEM WITH THE FUEL INJECTION CONTROL MODULE. AND SAW IT IN YOUR WEBSITE THAT THERE IS A RECALL ON IT. BUT THE DEALER TOLD ME MY VIN IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL...
When my car parked garage, I was starting to smell gas thru out house, I don’t have anything gas house all electric, started get light headed with headache never had it before, my son was also complaint of headaches. So I took it to Right Honda dealership they said fuel pump leaking gas very dangerous. Now they want me pay $1250 . Health hazard Carbon Monoxide very dangerous deadly. Needs to be ...
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Pilot. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, he became aware that the headlights failed to provide adequate illumination. After a visual inspection of the headlights, the contact observed that both headlight covers were foggy. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the headligh...
Showing 20 of 105 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2015 Honda Pilot
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Engine
Opened 2024-11-08 · Closed 2025-08-20
On November 8, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query RQ24013 to assess the scope of Honda recall 23V-751 after receiving complaints that alleged connecting rod bearing failures in vehicles that were not within the scope of recall 23V-751. In November 2023, Honda recalled 248,999 various Model Year (MY)2016–2020 Honda and Acura vehicles equipped with the 3.5L V6 engine. Honda recalled these vehicles due to a crankshaft manufacturing defect that caused premature conne...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Honda Pilot
Has the 2015 HONDA PILOT been recalled?
Yes, the 2015 HONDA PILOT has 4 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2015 HONDA PILOT have?
The 2015 HONDA PILOT has 105 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. 13 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2015 HONDA PILOT?
The 2015 HONDA PILOT received an overall NHTSA safety rating of good (4/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 HONDA PILOT?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 HONDA PILOT involve unknown or other (13 complaints), engine (12 complaints), service brakes (10 complaints). Other affected components include air bags, structure, fuel/propulsion system.
How many crash reports does the 2015 HONDA PILOT have?
There are no crash reports associated with the 2015 HONDA PILOT in the NHTSA database.
How many fire reports does the 2015 HONDA PILOT have?
There are no fire reports for the 2015 HONDA PILOT in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 HONDA PILOT?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 HONDA PILOT.
How many injuries are reported for the 2015 HONDA PILOT?
13 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 HONDA PILOT. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2015 HONDA PILOT?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 HONDA PILOT is acceptable with caveats. It has 105 complaints, 4 recalls, and a good (4/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2015 HONDA PILOT?
The components with the most failures on the 2015 HONDA PILOT are: 1. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (13 complaints), 2. ENGINE (12 complaints), 3. SERVICE BRAKES (10 complaints), 4. AIR BAGS (7 complaints), 5. STRUCTURE (7 complaints). UNKNOWN OR OTHER is the single most-reported problem area with 13 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2015 HONDA PILOT?
Be cautious of engine and airbag issues, as they have been recalled. Regular maintenance is crucial to avoid safety risks. The 2015 HONDA PILOT has 105 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it good (4/5).
How reliable is the 2015 HONDA PILOT?
The 2015 HONDA PILOT receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 105 owner complaints, 4 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Engine Fuel Pump and Catalytic Converter.
What are the known issues with the 2015 HONDA PILOT?
Known issues with the 2015 HONDA PILOT include: Engine Fuel Pump, Catalytic Converter, Service Brakes, Airbag Inflator Module. These are based on patterns found across 105 NHTSA complaints. 4 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2015 Honda Pilot?
Yes, there are recalls for fuel pump and catalytic converter failures, as well as issues with the passenger side airbags.
What are the most common safety issues with the 2015 Honda Pilot?
Engine issues, particularly with the fuel pump and catalytic converter, and airbag recalls are the most common safety concerns.
What should I do if I experience engine sputtering or airbag issues?
Contact a mechanic immediately for inspection and repair to ensure safety.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of engine and airbag issues, as they have been recalled. Regular maintenance is crucial to avoid safety risks.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Honda Pilot
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Honda Pilot. The data includes 105 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 4 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 13 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2015 Honda Pilot an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16