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2024 Honda Pilot Problems

What owners have reported about the 2024 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 2024 Honda Pilot a good year?

It's one of the better years for the Pilot. Owners have filed 116 complaints with NHTSA, the 16th most of 18 Pilot model years. The most reported problems involve the seat Belts, steering and emergency braking system.

116 complaints 6 recalls, 1 fire risk 16th worst of 18 Pilot years

Top 2024 Honda Pilot problems

1

Seat belt problems

25 complaints (22%) name the seat Belts.

Complaints 25 · Usually at 46,000–55,000 miles

2

Steering problems

20 complaints (17%) name the steering.

Complaints 20 · Usually at 38,000–45,000 miles · Recall 23V735000

3

Emergency braking problems

17 complaints (15%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.

Complaints 17 · Usually at 20,000–20,000 miles

4

Brake problems

13 complaints (11%) name the brakes.

Complaints 13 · Usually at 25,000–25,000 miles · Recall 25V391000

Which parts fail most

Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.

Seat Belts 22%
Unknown or Other 19%
Steering 17%
Emergency Braking 15%
Brakes 11%
Transmission 10%
Electrical 10%
Engine 10%
Wipers and Visibility 6%
Fuel System 6%

When problems were reported

Complaints by the year the problem happened.

2024 Honda Pilot recalls

Loose driver's seat may not restrain you

Injury risk

The driver's seat frame may not have been tightened properly, so the seat can become loose. A loose seat may not hold the driver in place during a crash, which raises the risk of injury.

Fix: The dealer will replace the driver's seat cushion frame free of charge.

Recall 26V054000 · Jan 2026

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 2025

Software, Fuel injection system

Can stall

A 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 2025

Fuel filler pipe may separate and leak

Fire risk

The 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 2024

Driver's seat may come loose

Injury risk

The 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 2024

Loose bearing can cause loss of steering

Crash risk

A 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.

Recall 23V735000 · Nov 2023
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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.

2016 Pilot 1,712
2017 Pilot 934
2019 Pilot 913
2020 Pilot 492
2021 Pilot 444
2018 Pilot 440
2011 Pilot 293
2013 Pilot 271
2025 Pilot 210
2012 Pilot 171
2022 Pilot 164
2023 Pilot 146
2009 Pilot 134
2008 Pilot 133
2014 Pilot 116
2024 Pilot 116
2010 Pilot 111
2015 Pilot 109

Common questions

Is the 2024 Honda Pilot a reliable year?

It's one of the better years for the Pilot. Owners have filed 116 complaints with NHTSA, the 16th most of 18 Pilot model years. The most reported problems involve the seat Belts, steering and emergency braking system.

What are the most common 2024 Honda Pilot problems?

Owners most often report problems with the seat Belts, steering, emergency braking system and brakes. 25 complaints (22%) name the seat Belts.

At what mileage do 2024 Honda Pilot seat Belts problems start?

Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 46,000–55,000 miles, with a middle value near 50,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2024 Honda Pilot have?

6. Loose driver's seat may not restrain you (26V054000); Pedals and linkages (25V391000); Software, Fuel injection system (25V031000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Should I buy a used 2024 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.