2025 Honda Pilot Safety Report
2025 Honda Pilot Safety and Reliability Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2025 Honda Pilot
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2025 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 (121) | 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 | Steering | Compare steering issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2024 | Compare against the 2024 Honda Pilot with 84 complaints and 6 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Honda Pilot | 84 | 6 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2023 Honda Pilot | 95 | 5 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2022 Honda Pilot | 111 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Honda Pilot | 369 | 8 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Honda Pilot | 444 | 9 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2019 Honda Pilot | 810 | 11 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2025 Honda Pilot Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2025 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.
Steering
10 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering issues Honda onlyForward Collision Avoidance
9 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Forward Collision Avoidance issues Honda onlyElectrical System
8 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Honda onlyPower Train
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Honda onlyEngine
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Honda onlyVehicle Speed Control,Forward Collision Avoidance
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Vehicle Speed Control,Forward Collision Avoidance issues Honda onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2025 Honda Pilot
Reliability Score
The 2025 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 2025 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 2025 Honda Pilot
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2025 Honda Pilot:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Assist Failure Loud clicking noises and popping sounds when turning at low speeds have been reported, indicating potential steering assist issues. |
Medium | Common | 15k-30k miles |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Malfunctions Dashboard warnings and system malfunctions have been reported, affecting the reliability of forward collision avoidance systems. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System Failures Multiple electrical issues, including steering assist failure and dashboard warnings, have been reported, causing inconvenience and safety concerns. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Fuel System Issues Problems with the fuel injection system and filler pipe and cap have been reported, leading to potential fuel system malfunctions. |
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 2025 Honda Pilot:
Steering issues, including loud clicking noises and popping sounds, have been reported.
Forward collision avoidance systems have experienced malfunctions, causing dashboard warnings.
Multiple electrical issues, including steering assist failure and dashboard warnings, have been reported.
Problems with the fuel injection system and filler pipe and cap have been reported.
Recall Details for the 2025 Honda Pilot
The following 4 recalls have been issued for the 2025 Honda Pilot by NHTSA:
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Consequence: A brake pedal that shifts out of position can prevent the driver from applying the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are FLX and XLY.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The third-row passenger seat belt assembly may not function, due to incorrect routing that traps the seat belt behind the passenger side panel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: A non-functioning seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt routing as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is ZL4.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S, 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, and 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S vehicles. A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power.
Consequence: An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EL1 and AL0.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Passport and 2023-2025 Pilot vehicles. The fuel filler neck tube and fuel filler pipe may separate, allowing fuel to leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel filler neck tube and pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is OKM.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2025 Honda Pilot
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2025 Honda Pilot with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
I contacted Honda America regarding a concern with my 2025 Pilot, which has just over 5,000 miles. The service light for the rear differential came on at the 5,000‑mile mark (I don't drive off-road, and my driving is 50/50 city/highway), even though the dealership indicated this service is not typically required until 10,000–15,000 miles. My goal was simple: confirm that there is no premature wear...
The contact owns a 2025 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was an abnormally loud popping sound coming from the vehicle, and the sunroof glass shattered, and glass fell into the cabin. The contact was not hurt by the glass shards from the sunroof. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who repaired the sunroof. The contact was not provided a cause fo...
My steering is making loud clicking noises when turning the vehicle left or right at low speeds. It sounds like loud pops. It is especially prevalent once car has warmed up and driven. It is very prominent when reversing and turning the wheel or moving forward and turning the wheel and also when parked and turned the wheel left or right. I brought this to my dealership’s attention and they confir...
On 3/16/26 I attempted to accelerate and the vehicle experienced severe "bucking" and gear hunting hesitation before losing all drive power and stalling. Following the stall, the engine would not crank or "catch" despite multiple attempts. State Police arrived as I was in an unsafe location (blind on-ramp to highway) they called their tow trucks deeming it hazardous to wait as Honda Roadside Ass...
While driving multiple lights came on the dash board showing all driver assistance systems flashing. Vehicle unable to accelerate. Had to parking on the side of the highway turn off vehicle then turn back on to clear. Dealership unable to repeat, no issues found.
The engine stopped working while driving. Honda needs to replace the engine due to a known defect. I live in [XXX] and temperatures get very cold. What if we had been on a trip. This is crazy! INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Electrical issues began around 15,000 miles. Since then, the vehicle has been in the shop many times for electrical-related concerns and has required towing twice. Most concerning, these failures have left us stranded in dangerous conditions on multiple occasions. These incidents represent serious safety risks to our family and others on the road. We have been diligent about regular maintenance as...
Received Warning message 'Electric Steering Assist Failure' Saturday January 10th 2026 12:00-Noon Driving approximately 5mph, released the accelerator to begin pulling into a parking spot and the power steering failed. The vehicle was very difficult to turn but I was able to avoid hitting anything. Drove around for ~2 hours making multiple stops at multiple stores with no issues until... sam...
Second row passenger seatbelt alarms even when the seat belt is connected and secured. Went to dealer and needed a new seat belt installed. Now receiving dash warnings of supplemental seat belt issues.
I have owned the car for not even a full year yet. It has 19,000 miles and I have already had to repair 2 bent rims. I have NEVER had this issue with any other vehicle I have driven nor does any other vehicle in my household have this issue. I just find it weird that I've had to spend $1000 in less than a year.
I was pulling into an open available parking space in a hospital parking garage and the car just all of a sudden accelerated ON ITS OWN and hit the wall of parking spot. I tried to apply the brake several times before I could finally get it to stop and during this time the car was slamming into the wall area and slinging me back and forth a few times before it stopped. My life was put at risk be...
Vehicle not starting after sitting for extended period of time and it’s not a battery issue
On 1/18 I was dropping my daughter off at Chicopee High School when I took left to front street I heard a snap and the car took me to the right direction causing my rim to be damaged. The Tired Rob broke. I called Roadside they tow the car to Curry Honda in Chicopee mass. Today when I called Cury Honda one of the managers insisted that I hit a poth hole without me explaining and saying this never ...
Some Drive Assist Systems cannot operate: Clean Area shown. This message keeps appearing without any weather factors or anything to cause it. Happens nearly daily while using adaptive cruise. Then the next day without doing anything (like cleaning area) it starts working.
I’ve had to replace the puddle lamp bulbs on my Honda Pilot three times so far, and I purchased it brand new less than a year ago. My local dealer would not cover this under the bumper to bumper warranty either. It would seem that this is a prevalent issue with Honda Pilots and other model Honda/Acura vehicles if this forum post is accurate: [XXX] You would think that after a few years Honda ...
This is an update to my previous entry regarding my 2025 Honda Pilot. The car dealership brought the Pilot back to us in February, 2025, stating there was nothing more they could do and told us it was unfixable. From February until current, we continue to experience the same safety concerns: We will be driving it on the highway, going 70 mph, the Pilot brakes hard to half its speed, and all safety...
The contact owns a 2025 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that the front windshield was cracked. The contact stated that a rock or stone had most likely hit the windshield. The vehicle was taken to the auto glass center, and the windshield was replaced. After the repair, the contact noticed that the windshield was cracked at its base. The contact noticed that the lower half of the windshield was cra...
Vehicle was driving normally when the engine failed and lost power. The vehicle following nearly rear ended ours. Pulled the car over into a side street and tried to restart with no success. Emission control problem warning displayed. Called road side assistance and had the vehicle towed to the dealer from where it was purchased. Dealer contacted us an told us that the engine had seized an wo...
All of the lights on the dash came on and the power steering stopped working while driving on the highway. I was in the number one lane and had to merge across four lanes to pull over with no power steering. I shut the car off and waited a few minutes. The lights were still on the dash but the power steering was working. This is the second time this has happened in the last two weeks.
Vehicle: 2025 Honda Pilot VIN: 5FNYG1H44SB075283 Mileage: ~6,328 miles Summary of Safety Defect: Serious acceleration failure combined with existing safety recalls (brake pedal pivot pin defect and improperly routed third-row seat belt). Vehicle hesitates, fails to accelerate when needed, and creates dangerous crossing and merging conditions. Detailed Description: I own a 2025 Honda Pilot that is ...
Showing 20 of 121 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2025 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 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, ...
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2025 Honda Pilot
TSBs are manufacturer-acknowledged issues with recommended fixes. Unlike recalls, TSB repairs are not always free.
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no auto re-start condition after going into an auto idle stop. The push button ignition may or may not restart the engine. To better understand the cause of this condition, ...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no auto re-start condition after going into an auto idle stop. The push button ignition may or may not restart the engine. To better understand the cause of this condition, ...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no auto re-start condition after going into an auto idle stop. The push button ignition may or may not restart the engine. To better understand the cause of this condition, ...
Service Bulletin - Customers have experienced rattle or vibration noise coming from behind the center display area of the dashboard while defrost is on high fan speed due to vent duct parts moving and contacting each other when defrost fan speed is on high, making a rattling noise. This condition ha...
Service Bulletin - When the vehicle is put into reverse, the rear camera may display a black and white image. This could occur intermittently, and can change between color display to a black and white display.
"Service Bulletin - Burning oil smell from under hood and/or MIL comes on with DTC P2096 and/or P2270 due to possible porosity in the cylinder head cover bolt hole may cause oil to weep out onto Bank 1 (Rear Cylinder Head) catalytic converter and oxygen sensor. Some cases will turn on the MIL, setti...
Service Bulletin - Customers are experiencing screeching, squeaking, rubbing, or scraping from the rear wheel area due to rocks are getting caught between the rear brake disk and splash guard.
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no auto re-start condition after going into an auto idle stop. The push button ignition may or may not restart the engine. To better understand the cause of this condition, ...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, and Ridgelines with a customer complaint of a no auto re-start condition after going into an auto idle stop. The push button ignition may or may not restart the engine. To better und...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Pilots with a customer complaint of the lower door garnish being visibly loose, deformed, warped or mis-set. Customer may also notice visible gaps between the door surface and the garnish. The issue could also b...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Pilots with a customer complaint of the lower door garnish being visibly loose, deformed, warped or mis-set. Customer may also notice visible gaps between the door surface and the garnish. The issue could also b...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Pilots with a customer complaint of the lower door garnish being visibly loose, deformed, warped or mis-set. Customer may also notice visible gaps between the door surface and the garnish. The issue could also b...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Civics, CR-Vs and Pilots with a customer complaint of a rearview camera inop, the display is on but does not display the rearview camera feed when the vehicle is in reverse. To better understand the cause of thi...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Civics, CR-Vs and Pilots with a customer complaint of a rearview camera inop, the display is on but does not display the rearview camera feed when the vehicle is in reverse. To better understand the cause of thi...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Pilots with a customer complaint of the lower door garnish being visibly loose, deformed, warped or mis-set. Customer may also notice visible gaps between the door surface and the garnish. The issue could also b...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Pilots with a customer complaint of the lower door garnish being visibly loose, deformed, warped or mis-set. Customer may also notice visible gaps between the door surface and the garnish. The issue could also b...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Civics, CR-Vs and Pilots with a customer complaint of a rearview camera inop, the display is on but does not display the rearview camera feed when the vehicle is in reverse. To better understand the cause of thi...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Civics, CR-Vs and Pilots with a customer complaint of a rearview camera inop, the display is on but does not display the rearview camera feed when the vehicle is in reverse. To better understand the cause of thi...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Civics, CR-Vs and Pilots with a customer complaint of a rearview camera inop, the display is on but does not display the rearview camera feed when the vehicle is in reverse. To better understand the cause of thi...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 Civics, CR-Vs and Pilots with a customer complaint of a rearview camera inop, the display is on but does not display the rearview camera feed when the vehicle is in reverse. To better understand the cause of thi...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2025 Honda Pilot
Has the 2025 HONDA PILOT been recalled?
Yes, the 2025 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 2025 HONDA PILOT have?
The 2025 HONDA PILOT has 121 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. 2 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2025 HONDA PILOT?
The 2025 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 2025 HONDA PILOT?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2025 HONDA PILOT involve steering (10 complaints), forward collision avoidance (9 complaints), electrical system (8 complaints). Other affected components include power train, engine, vehicle speed control,forward collision avoidance.
How many crash reports does the 2025 HONDA PILOT have?
There are no crash reports associated with the 2025 HONDA PILOT in the NHTSA database.
How many fire reports does the 2025 HONDA PILOT have?
There are no fire reports for the 2025 HONDA PILOT in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2025 HONDA PILOT?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2025 HONDA PILOT.
How many injuries are reported for the 2025 HONDA PILOT?
2 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2025 HONDA PILOT. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2025 HONDA PILOT?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2025 HONDA PILOT is acceptable with caveats. It has 121 complaints, 4 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 2025 HONDA PILOT?
The components with the most failures on the 2025 HONDA PILOT are: 1. STEERING (10 complaints), 2. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (9 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (8 complaints), 4. POWER TRAIN (6 complaints), 5. ENGINE (5 complaints). STEERING is the single most-reported problem area with 10 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2025 HONDA PILOT?
Be cautious of steering and electrical system issues, as they have been reported frequently. Regular maintenance is crucial to ensure safety and reliability. The 2025 HONDA PILOT has 121 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2025 HONDA PILOT?
The 2025 HONDA PILOT receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 121 owner complaints, 4 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Steering Assist Failure and Forward Collision Avoidance Malfunctions.
What are the known issues with the 2025 HONDA PILOT?
Known issues with the 2025 HONDA PILOT include: Steering Assist Failure, Forward Collision Avoidance Malfunctions, Electrical System Failures, Fuel System Issues. These are based on patterns found across 121 NHTSA complaints. 4 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2025 Honda Pilot?
Steering and electrical system issues are the most common, including loud clicking noises, popping sounds, and dashboard warnings.
Are there any recalls for the 2025 Honda Pilot?
Yes, recalls have been issued for service brakes, seat belts, and fuel system issues.
What should I do if I experience steering or electrical issues?
Contact your local Honda dealer for inspection and repair to ensure safety and proper functioning.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of steering and electrical system issues, as they have been reported frequently. Regular maintenance is crucial to ensure safety and reliability.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2025 Honda Pilot
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2025 Honda Pilot. The data includes 121 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 4 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 2 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2025 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