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2019 Honda Pilot Electrical Problems

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

How common are electrical problems on the 2019 Honda Pilot?

266 owners have reported electrical problems on the 2019 Honda Pilot, 29% of all complaints for this year and the most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 3,000–19,000 miles. 2 recalls cover this area.

266 complaints 29% of all 2019 complaints 7,000 miles typical

Which parts fail

The specific part named in each complaint.

Instrument cluster / panel 1
Software 1
Starter assembly 1
12v / 24v / 48v battery 1

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (70 of 266). The amber line is the middle value.

When problems were reported

Electrical complaints by the year the problem happened.

Electrical complaints by Pilot year

2008 Pilot 9
2009 Pilot 5
2010 Pilot 9
2011 Pilot 26
2012 Pilot 22
2013 Pilot 9
2014 Pilot 9
2015 Pilot 13
2018 Pilot 85
2019 Pilot 266
2022 Pilot 38
2023 Pilot 28
2024 Pilot 11
2025 Pilot 44

Related recalls

Camera, Software

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." 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.

Fix: Honda will notify owners that updated software is available.

Recall 20V440000 · Jul 2020

Instrument panel software can hide critical gauges

Crash risk

Incorrect software in the instrument panel control module can blank out key information such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear position until the next ignition cycle, and it can stop the rearview camera image from appearing. Driving without these displays raises the risk of a crash.

Fix: The dealer will reprogram the instrument panel control module software at no charge.

Recall 20V439000 · Jul 2020
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Other 2019 Honda Pilot problems

Common questions

What are common 2019 Honda Pilot electrical problems?

Complaints most often name the instrument cluster / panel, software and starter assembly.

At what mileage do 2019 Honda Pilot electrical problems happen?

Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 3,000–19,000 miles. The middle value is about 7,000 miles.

Is there a recall for 2019 Honda Pilot electrical problems?

Yes: 20V440000, 20V439000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Which Pilot year has the most electrical complaints?

The 2016 Pilot, with 579 complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.