2016 Honda Pilot Fuel System Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are fuel system problems on the 2016 Honda Pilot?
190 owners have reported fuel system problems on the 2016 Honda Pilot, 11% of all complaints for this year and the 4th most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 38,000–80,000 miles. 3 recalls cover this area.
190 complaints 11% of all 2016 complaints 56,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (84 of 190). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Fuel System complaints by the year the problem happened.
Fuel System complaints by Pilot year
Related recalls
Fuel pump
Can stallThe fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD.
Recall 23V858000 · Dec 2023Fuel tank may leak, creating fire risk
Fire riskThe fuel tanks in these vehicles may develop leaks. Fuel escaping near an ignition source can lead to a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge, and Honda will notify owners by mail.
Recall 17V219000 · Mar 2017Tank assembly
Fire riskThe affected vehicles have fuel tanks that were manufactured with insufficient welds which may separate and allow fuel to leak out. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are KA9 (Honda vehicles) and KB0 (Acura vehicles).
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Other 2016 Honda Pilot problems
Common questions
What are common 2016 Honda Pilot fuel system problems?
Complaints most often name the fuel pump, injectors and hoses, lines / piping, and fittings.
At what mileage do 2016 Honda Pilot fuel system problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 38,000–80,000 miles. The middle value is about 56,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2016 Honda Pilot fuel system problems?
Yes: 23V858000, 17V219000, 16V417000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which Pilot year has the most fuel system complaints?
The 2019 Pilot, with 196 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.