2024 Honda Pilot Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2024 Honda Pilot. Part of Generation 4 — 2023–present.

20232025
Complaints
142
per 10K Sold
10.1
US Sales
141,245
Crashes
2
Fires
3
Injuries
2
Fatalities
Recalls
6

Worst 2024 Honda Pilot Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#117 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:35,000 mi
#212 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking

Avg mileage:20,000 mi
#311 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:20,000 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2024 Honda Pilot.

Steering Defects
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
35,000
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
20,000
Transmission / Drivetrain
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
20,000
Seat Belt Issues
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Lane Keep: Steering Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Sidewall
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2024 Honda Pilot

6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~760,077 vehicles.

26V054000Seats:critical Fasteners
~32 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, and 2024 HR-V, Pilot, and Acura Integra vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in a loose seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

25V391000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages
~259,033 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. 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."

25V031000Electrical System:software · Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System
~294,612 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S, 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, and 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S vehicles. A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power.

24V900000Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap
~205,760 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Passport and 2023-2025 Pilot vehicles. The fuel filler neck tube and fuel filler pipe may separate, allowing fuel to leak.

24V859000Seats:critical Fasteners
~121 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

23V735000Steering:rack And Pinion:rack
~519 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Pilot vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the gear box assembly may contain a loose ball bearing, which can result in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up.

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2024 Honda Pilot — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2024 Honda Pilot reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2024 Honda Pilot has 142 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 17 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2024 Honda Pilot?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (17 complaints, avg 35,000 mi); Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking (12 complaints, avg 20,000 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (11 complaints, avg 20,000 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2024 Honda Pilot?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 26,375 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2024 Honda Pilot?
NHTSA complaints for the 2024 Honda Pilot include 2 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2024 Honda Pilot have any recalls?
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 760,077 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2024 Honda Pilot?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Honda Pilot reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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