2022 Honda Pilot problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 156 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Honda Pilot, filed between 2022-01-24 and 2026-09-22. The most common problem areas are the forward collision avoidance (41, 26%), electrical system (34, 22%) and engine (29, 19%). Owners reported 7 crashes and 4 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2022 Honda Pilot complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 41 | 26% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 34 | 22% | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 34 | 22% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 29 | 19% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 17 | 11% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 17 | 11% | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Power train | 15 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 10 | 6% | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 7 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 6 | 4% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 6 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 3 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Forward collision avoidance: 41 complaints
- 41 complaints of 156 (26%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 14 of them also name the lane departure; owners reported 2 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Honda Pilot covers this system.
Electrical system: 34 complaints
- 34 complaints of 156 (22%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 9 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 3 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Honda Pilot covers this system.
Engine: 29 complaints
- 29 complaints of 156 (19%) name the engine.
- 7 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Honda Pilot covers this system.
Lane departure: 17 complaints
- 17 complaints of 156 (11%) name the lane departure — lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist.
- 14 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Honda Pilot covers this system.
Service brakes: 17 complaints
- 17 complaints of 156 (11%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 6 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 2 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2022 Honda Pilot; the recall, campaign 23V458000, says: “The tie rod fastener that connects the brake booster and the brake master cylinder may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake master cylinder to separate from…”
Power train: 15 complaints
- 15 complaints of 156 (10%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 4 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Honda Pilot covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 31 |
| 2025 | 37 |
| 2026 | 58 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names PILOT, model year 2022. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2022 Honda Pilot recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Honda Pilot?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2022 Honda Pilot's most common problem areas are the forward collision avoidance (41 of 156 complaints), electrical system (34 of 156 complaints) and engine (29 of 156 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2022 Honda Pilot have?
NHTSA has 156 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Honda Pilot, including 7 reported crashes.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Honda Pilot's problems?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2022 Honda Pilot; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.