2019 Honda Pilot Safety Report

2019 Honda Pilot Safety and Reliability Overview

810Complaints
11Recalls
★★★★★Safety Rating
85/100Reliability Score
15Injuries
Most reported components: Electrical System (85)Engine (83)Unknown Or Other (70)Fuel System, Gasoline (69)Fuel/Propulsion System (57)Electrical System,Engine (37)Power Train (36)Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure (25)Forward Collision Avoidance (23)Electrical System,Unknown Or Other (21)

Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2019 Honda Pilot

This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2019 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.

2019 Honda Pilot Safety Signal Summary
SignalValueWhat to inspect next
Recall burdenHigh (11)Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below.
Owner complaintsHigh (810)Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates.
Crash and fire reports0Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item.
Primary component hubElectrical SystemCompare electrical system issues across vehicles.
Cleaner nearby model year2022Compare against the 2022 Honda Pilot with 111 complaints and 3 recalls.
Riskier nearby model year2016Check 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.

Nearby Honda Pilot Model Years
Model YearComplaintsRecallsUse case
2020 Honda Pilot 444 9 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2018 Honda Pilot 413 5 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2021 Honda Pilot 369 8 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2017 Honda Pilot 850 2 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.
2022 Honda Pilot 111 3 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2016 Honda Pilot 1608 7 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.

2019 Honda Pilot Complaint Theme Map

Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2019 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.

Electrical System

85 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Electrical System issues Honda only

Engine

83 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Engine issues Honda only

Unknown Or Other

70 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Unknown Or Other issues Honda only

Fuel System, Gasoline

69 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Fuel System, Gasoline issues Honda only

Fuel/Propulsion System

57 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Honda only

Electrical System,Engine

37 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Electrical System,Engine issues Honda only

AI Safety Analysis for the 2019 Honda Pilot

The 2019 HONDA PILOT has accumulated 810 complaints and 11 recalls in the NHTSA database. It received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). There have been 15 reported injuries and 0 reported deaths. The most frequently reported problem areas are electrical system (85 complaints), engine (83 complaints), unknown or other (70 complaints). Electrical system issues are common, with multiple sensors and cameras failing prematurely. This can lead to dashboard lights coming on and system malfunctions. Engine cooling problems can cause hard parts to fail internally, leading to recalls and potential safety concerns. Key known issues to be aware of include Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump, Engine and Engine Cooling: Hard Parts Internal/ Mechanical. Be aware of potential electrical system and engine cooling issues, as these are frequent in the 2019 Honda Pilot.

Reliability Score

The 2019 Honda Pilot receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.

NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2019 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.

Overall
★★★★★
5/5
Frontal Crash
★★★★☆
4/5
Side Crash
★★★★★
5/5
Rollover
★★★★☆
4/5

Known Issues for the 2019 Honda Pilot

The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2019 Honda Pilot:

IssueSeverityFrequencyTypical Mileage
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump
Recalled for issues with fuel pumps, affecting multiple models including the 2019 Honda Pilot.
High Common 30k-60k miles
Engine And Engine Cooling: Hard Parts Internal/ Mechanical
Recalled for internal engine part failures, impacting the 2016-2020 Acura TLX and MDX.
Medium 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 2019 Honda Pilot:

Electrical System 23% of complaints

Issues with sensors and cameras are frequent, leading to dashboard lights and system malfunctions.

Engine 11% of complaints

Engine cooling problems are a common issue, causing internal part failures.

Recall Details for the 2019 Honda Pilot

The following 11 recalls have been issued for the 2019 Honda Pilot by NHTSA:

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
Campaign #23V858000 18/12/2023

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.)
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
Campaign #23V751000 13/11/2023

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. 2016-2017 Acura MDX owner letters were mailed November 1, 2024. 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed in mid-December 2024. Honda began mailing owner notification letters as of March 18, 2024. 2015-2016 Acura owner letters are expected to be mailed ...

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Back Over Prevention:Display Function
Campaign #23V431000 15/06/2023

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.)
Structure:Body:Hood
Campaign #21V932000 29/11/2021

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.)
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
Campaign #21V215000 25/03/2021

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.)
Tires
Campaign #21V165000 11/03/2021

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.)
Electrical System:Software
Campaign #20V440000 28/07/2020

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.)
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
Campaign #20V439000 28/07/2020

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 Vehi...

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.)
Structure:Body
Campaign #19V784000 31/10/2019

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.)
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
Campaign #19V298000 12/04/2019

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...

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars
Campaign #18V848000 28/11/2018

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 Veh...

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.

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2019 Honda Pilot

Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2019 Honda Pilot with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure
03/24/2026

Front camera sensor (behind rear view mirror) has failed prematurely therefore causing multiple dash lights to come on such as ACC, LKAS, collision mitigation system, Brake system. Confirmed battery is not the issue as it is in great condition.

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11726719
Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure
03/23/2026

The Forward facing camera has failed causing the cruise control automatic, breaking land departure, and other various electrical problems due to the malfunction of the camera

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11726356
Unknown Or Other,Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance
03/20/2026

I was driving around 30-35 mph when my car's dashboard lights were flickering on and it then gave me a warning that the collision mitigation system was coming on. The car started braking hard and it swerved me to the left, so much so that I was halfway into the left lane. Thankfully no other car was in that lane. Then my car automatically went into neutral and I had to stop on the side of the road...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11725774
Power Train,Engine
03/20/2026

We were driving from the [XXX] Area to [XXX] in June 2024. We noticed a "Transmission Too Hot" indicator on our dash while we were driving on [XXX] in [XXX] . It was not a hot day. We pulled over because we did not want to damage our car. We were towed to Ciocca Honda in [XXX] . They ran diagnostics and determined the problem was a known issue "A23-073" and our car needed a software update...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11725772
Power Train
03/19/2026

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The vehicle was restarted; however, the advanced safety features remained inoperable. The vehicle remained in LIMP Mode and failed to properly accelerate while driving. The contact referenced TSB: 23-0780 (Torque Conver...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11725624
Engine
03/15/2026

When my Pilot is stopped and the engine idles off, you should be able to take your foot off the brake and it start back up. My engine continuously shuts down completely when I take my foot off of the gas and multiple alert lights on the dash come on. About 70% of the time, I can shut the car off completely, breathe a second and then press the ignition button and the car will restart. Now, increasi...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11724399
Back Over Prevention,Forward Collision Avoidance
03/09/2026

While operating the vehicle in reverse at a low speed (under 5 mph), the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) failed to provide any audible or visual alerts regarding a stationary vehicle positioned directly behind my path. The vehicle is equipped with a Rearview Video System and Rear Proximity/Parking Sensors, both of which were active. ​Despite a clear line of sight and the secondary vehicle...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11722971
Engine
03/08/2026

While traveling at highway speeds, we experienced a check engine lights with loss of power. After carefully pulling off of the highway, we stopped at a gas station where the engine ultimately stalled. Upon attempting restart, the engine cranked twice and then stopped. Trying to start the engine again. All we heard was a click this time around and the engine is now fully seized. Thank goodness we ...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11722827
Fuel/Propulsion System
03/07/2026

Emission system problem light is on. It says that there is a problem with fuel injector. Low power when accelerating. Engine is working harder than before given low efficiency.

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11722685
Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure
03/02/2026

Multiple problems flashing. Including CMBS problem, Lane keeping assist problem, road departure warning, adaptive cruise control problem. The car also did an unexpected slow down while driving when there was no obstruction in front of me driving. This was a major safety issue as I could have been rear-ended.

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11721564
Unknown Or Other,Lane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance
03/02/2026

It is available for inspection. We were driving and all of sudden the car became sluggish, started slowing down on the highway and several lights started popping up. The warning lights came up after slowing down and becoming sluggish.

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11721449
Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure
02/28/2026

All of the warning lights came on, cruise doesnt work. Dealership told me my camera in the wind shield stopped working. I was given a 2,1000$ estimate from Harvest Honda in Yakima, WA. My car had 84,000 miles on it. No impact to the windshield. It just stopped. I took it to McKinney glass to see if it could possibly be a calibration issue. They confirmed what the dealership told me. It’s defecti...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11721128
Engine
02/27/2026

The vehicle was had a lower engine knock. When I took the vehicle in I was informed that there is an open recall for Honda Pilots for engine knocking and failure but my vin number was not included. Because of the knocking I was informed that I needed to replace the engine. The vehicle is approximately 2400 miles over the 100k power train warranty. The engine has been serviced regularly and has...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11721048
Fuel/Propulsion System
02/24/2026

Fuel gage read incorrectly staing we had gas and estimated fuel for 70 miles. We stalled while driving. Several error lights came on, car would not start. After researching we saw alot of complaints about fuel Guage issues so we were able to get 2 gal of gas and then make it to a gas station. Took car in for diagnostic, no known problem. ????

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11720227
Fuel/Propulsion System
02/24/2026

Last year fuel pump in gas tank was fixed/recalled, fixed 2/2025, now 2/2026 the high efficiecy fuel pump in engine bay started making loud noises--no warning/codes--just loud banging noise, mechanic confirmed high efficiency fuel pump failing. search on youtube also confirms many year/models as mine having same issue

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11720199
Electrical System
02/24/2026

Because the front camera has malfunctioned, all electronic warnings are permanently displayed on dash upon start of car, including Engine light and Brake system warnings. Although the camera is the only only thing that has actually failed, the warning systems are no longer available to accurately display all other malfunctions of the car which would prove dangerous should a system failure actuall...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11720164
Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control,Forward Collision Avoidance
02/15/2026

The forward facing camera on the windshield is failing and warning lights on the dashboard keep going off making the ADAS system inoperative. This is also draining the battery. I am told that only Honda has the capability to troubleshoot and repair / replace this camera.

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11718168
Fuel System, Gasoline
02/10/2026

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while having an oil change, the technician informed the contact that there was an abnormal gasoline odor inside the engine oil. The contact stated that there had been a failure since the fuel pump was replaced under recall. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and the dealer stated that the issue was normal. The vehicle was not repaired. T...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11717126
Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure
02/09/2026

Below features stopped working and when I showed it to the dealership, it was diagnosed to be a Failed Front Camera which I had to get replaced at the dealership to get below features restored. Adaptive Cruise Control Forward Collision Warning Lane Keeping Assistance Auto High-Beam Headlights

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11716785
Fuel System, Gasoline
02/09/2026

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the high-pressure fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. T...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11716782

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NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2019 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.

Engine failure
NHTSA RQ24013 Closed

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...

Engine failure
NHTSA PE25008 Open

Component: Engine

Opened 2025-08-20

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 414 reports of connecting rod bearing failures in the 3.5L V6 engine used in the following vehicles: Model Years (MY) 2018-2020 Acura TLX, MY2016-2020 Acura MDX, MY2016-2020 Honda Pilot, MY2018-2020 Honda Odyssey, and MY2017-2019 Honda Ridgeline.  The subject engine failures were analyzed as part of a Recall Query (RQ24013).  It was determined that these engine failures are outside the scope of Honda Recall 23V-751. Further, evidence gathere...

No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
NHTSA PE22005 Closed

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Crank/Camshaft Position Sensor

Opened 2022-06-03 · Closed 2025-03-26

On June 3, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE22005 after the agency received VOQs and several field reports concerning the Auto Idle Stop (AIS) feature on 2016-2019MY Honda Pilot vehicles. The complaints allege that the engine fails to restart on its own from a complete stop at a traffic light or road intersection with the AIS function engaged. The subject vehicles are equipped with a 3.5L engine with a 9-speed automatic transmission. On January 6, 2023, ...

No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
NHTSA EA25004 Open

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Crank/Camshaft Position Sensor

Opened 2025-03-26

On June 3, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE22005 after the agency received VOQs and several field reports concerning the Auto Idle Stop (AIS) feature on 2016-2019MY Honda Pilot vehicles. The complaints allege that the engine fails to restart on its own from a complete stop at a traffic light or road intersection with the AIS function engaged. The subject vehicles are equipped with a 3.5L engine with a 9-speed automatic transmission. On January 6, 2023, ...

Frequently Asked Questions About the 2019 Honda Pilot

Has the 2019 HONDA PILOT been recalled?

Yes, the 2019 HONDA PILOT has 11 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.

How many complaints does the 2019 HONDA PILOT have?

The 2019 HONDA PILOT has 810 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. 15 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.

What is the safety rating for the 2019 HONDA PILOT?

The 2019 HONDA PILOT received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 HONDA PILOT?

The most commonly reported problems with the 2019 HONDA PILOT involve electrical system (85 complaints), engine (83 complaints), unknown or other (70 complaints). Other affected components include fuel system, gasoline, fuel/propulsion system, electrical system,engine.

How many crash reports does the 2019 HONDA PILOT have?

There are no crash reports associated with the 2019 HONDA PILOT in the NHTSA database.

How many fire reports does the 2019 HONDA PILOT have?

There are no fire reports for the 2019 HONDA PILOT in the NHTSA database.

Are there any deaths reported for the 2019 HONDA PILOT?

No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 HONDA PILOT.

How many injuries are reported for the 2019 HONDA PILOT?

15 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 HONDA PILOT. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.

Should I buy a 2019 HONDA PILOT?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 HONDA PILOT is proceed with caution. It has 810 complaints, 11 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.

What components fail most on the 2019 HONDA PILOT?

The components with the most failures on the 2019 HONDA PILOT are: 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (85 complaints), 2. ENGINE (83 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (70 complaints), 4. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE (69 complaints), 5. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (57 complaints). ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 85 complaints.

What should I know before buying a 2019 HONDA PILOT?

Be aware of potential electrical system and engine cooling issues, as these are frequent in the 2019 Honda Pilot. The 2019 HONDA PILOT has 810 NHTSA complaints and 11 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).

How reliable is the 2019 HONDA PILOT?

The 2019 HONDA PILOT receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 810 owner complaints, 11 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump and Engine and Engine Cooling: Hard Parts Internal/ Mechanical.

What are the known issues with the 2019 HONDA PILOT?

Known issues with the 2019 HONDA PILOT include: Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump, Engine and Engine Cooling: Hard Parts Internal/ Mechanical. These are based on patterns found across 810 NHTSA complaints. 11 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.

Are there any recalls for the 2019 Honda Pilot?

Yes, there are recalls for fuel pump and engine cooling issues.

What are the common electrical system issues in the 2019 Honda Pilot?

Common issues include premature failure of sensors and cameras, leading to dashboard lights and system malfunctions.

Can engine cooling problems affect the 2019 Honda Pilot?

Yes, engine cooling problems can cause internal part failures, leading to recalls.

Buyer Advice

Our recommendation: Be aware of potential electrical system and engine cooling issues, as these are frequent in the 2019 Honda Pilot.

NHTSA Data Summary for 2019 Honda Pilot

This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2019 Honda Pilot. The data includes 810 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 11 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 15 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.

The NHTSA has assigned the 2019 Honda Pilot an overall safety rating of 5 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