2025 Honda Pilot Problems
What owners have reported about the 2025 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 2025 Honda Pilot a good year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 210 complaints with NHTSA, the 9th most of 18 Pilot model years. The most reported problems involve the emergency braking system, electrical system and steering.
210 complaints 4 recalls, 1 fire risk 9th worst of 18 Pilot years
Top 2025 Honda Pilot problems
Emergency braking problems
55 complaints (26%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
Electrical problems
44 complaints (21%) name the electrical system, most often the ADAS and speedometer / odometer.
Steering problems
41 complaints (20%) name the steering, most often the tie rod assembly.
Engine problems
33 complaints (16%) name the engine.
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 (24 of 210). The amber line is the middle value, about 8,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2025 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 2025Third-row seat belt may not restrain occupant
Crash riskThe third-row passenger seat belt can be trapped behind the side panel because it is routed incorrectly, so it may not work. A seat belt that does not work cannot properly hold a passenger in a crash, which raises the risk of injury.
Fix: The dealer will inspect the seat belt routing and repair it as needed, at no cost to you.
Recall 25V056000 · Feb 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.
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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 2025 Honda Pilot a reliable year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 210 complaints with NHTSA, the 9th most of 18 Pilot model years. The most reported problems involve the emergency braking system, electrical system and steering.
What are the most common 2025 Honda Pilot problems?
Owners most often report problems with the emergency braking system, electrical system, steering and engine. 55 complaints (26%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
At what mileage do 2025 Honda Pilot emergency braking system problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 1,000–18,000 miles, with a middle value near 3,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2025 Honda Pilot have?
4. Pedals and linkages (25V391000); Third-row seat belt may not restrain occupant (25V056000); Software, Fuel injection system (25V031000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2025 Honda Pilot?
Ask for service records covering the emergency braking system, 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.