Honda Pilot 2025 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Honda Pilot 2025 and 207 complaints filed by owners. It has 63% fewer complaints than the average Honda Pilot from 2016–2025 (555 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Honda Pilot 2025? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Honda Pilot 2025
Brakes (hydraulic)
NHTSA campaign 25V391000 · 2025-06-12
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Seat belts
NHTSA campaign 25V056000 · 2025-02-05
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Fuel system
NHTSA campaign 25V031000 · 2025-01-23
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Fuel system
NHTSA campaign 24V900000 · 2024-11-27
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
207 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
11 with a crash · 11 injuries
Most reported problems on the Honda Pilot 2025
- Forward collision avoidance: 55 (27% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 42 (20% of complaints)
- Steering: 39 (19% of complaints)
- Engine: 32 (15% of complaints)
- Brakes: 30 (14% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Honda Pilot 2025
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- The wheel should be centered going straight, with no vibration, noises when turning or stiffness.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Honda PILOT SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2025 Honda PILOT SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Honda Pilot recalls by year
- 2016 : 8 recalls · 1,711 complaints
- 2017 : 4 recalls · 929 complaints
- 2018 : 7 recalls · 440 complaints
- 2019 : 13 recalls · 910 complaints
- 2020 : 11 recalls · 492 complaints
- 2021 : 10 recalls · 439 complaints
- 2022 : 5 recalls · 163 complaints
- 2023 : 5 recalls · 145 complaints
- 2024 : 6 recalls · 116 complaints
- 2025 : 4 recalls · 207 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Honda Pilot 2025 have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Honda Pilot 2025. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Honda Pilot 2025?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: forward collision avoidance (55 of 207 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).