2023 Honda Pilot Problems
What owners have reported about the 2023 Honda Pilot, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2023 Honda Pilot a good year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 146 complaints with NHTSA, the 12th most of 18 Pilot model years. The most reported problems involve the seat Belts, electrical system and emergency braking system.
146 complaints 5 recalls, 1 fire risk 12th worst of 18 Pilot years
Top 2023 Honda Pilot problems
Seat belt problems
34 complaints (23%) name the seat Belts.
Electrical problems
28 complaints (19%) name the electrical system.
Emergency braking problems
20 complaints (14%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Steering problems
19 complaints (13%) name the steering.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (17 of 146). The amber line is the middle value, about 18,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2023 Honda Pilot recalls
Pedals and linkages
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." 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.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are FLX and XLY.
Recall 25V391000 · Jun 2025Software, Fuel injection system
Can stallA software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power. An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are EL1 and AL0.
Recall 25V031000 · Jan 2025Fuel filler pipe may separate and leak
Fire riskThe fuel filler neck tube and pipe can come apart, letting fuel leak out. If that fuel meets an ignition source, it can cause a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel filler neck tube and pipe and repair them as needed, at no cost to you.
Recall 24V900000 · Nov 2024Driver's seat may come loose
Injury riskThe driver's seat frame may not have been tightened properly, so the seat can become unsecured. In a crash, an unsecured seat may not hold the driver in place, which raises the risk of injury.
Fix: The dealer will replace the driver's seat cushion frame free of charge.
Recall 24V859000 · Nov 2024Loose bearing can cause loss of steering
Crash riskA manufacturing error may leave a loose ball bearing inside the steering gear box. This can cause you to lose steering control or cause the steering to lock up, which raises the risk of a crash.
Fix: The dealer will replace the electric power steering rack free of charge.
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Pilot years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
Common questions
Is the 2023 Honda Pilot a reliable year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 146 complaints with NHTSA, the 12th most of 18 Pilot model years. The most reported problems involve the seat Belts, electrical system and emergency braking system.
What are the most common 2023 Honda Pilot problems?
Owners most often report problems with the seat Belts, electrical system, emergency braking system and steering. 34 complaints (23%) name the seat Belts.
At what mileage do 2023 Honda Pilot seat Belts problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 60,000–60,000 miles, with a middle value near 60,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2023 Honda Pilot have?
5. Pedals and linkages (25V391000); Software, Fuel injection system (25V031000); Fuel filler pipe may separate and leak (24V900000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2023 Honda Pilot?
Ask for service records covering the seat Belts, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2015, 2010 and 2024 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.