2024 Honda Pilot problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 113 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Honda Pilot, filed between 2023-10-13 and 2026-09-18. The most common problem areas are the seat belts (24, 21%), steering (20, 18%) and forward collision avoidance (17, 15%). Owners reported 2 crashes, 1 fire and 2 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2024 Honda Pilot complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat belts | 24 | 21% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 21 | 19% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 20 | 18% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 17 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 12 | 11% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 12 | 11% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 10 | 9% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 4% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 5 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 4% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Suspension | 3 | 3% | 0 | 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.
Seat belts: 24 complaints
- 24 complaints of 113 (21%) name the seat belts — belts, buckles, retractors and pretensioners.
- 2 of them also name the air bags; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Honda Pilot covers this system.
Steering: 20 complaints
- 20 complaints of 113 (18%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 4 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2024 Honda Pilot; the recall, campaign 23V735000, says: “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.”
Forward collision avoidance: 17 complaints
- 17 complaints of 113 (15%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 7 of them also name the service brakes; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Honda Pilot covers this system.
Power train: 12 complaints
- 12 complaints of 113 (11%) 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 2024 Honda Pilot covers this system.
Service brakes: 12 complaints
- 12 complaints of 113 (11%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 7 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2024 Honda Pilot; the recall, campaign 25V391000, says: “The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position.”
Electrical system: 10 complaints
- 10 complaints of 113 (9%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 4 of them also name the steering; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Honda Pilot covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 32 |
| 2025 | 40 |
| 2026 | 37 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names PILOT, model year 2024. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2024 Honda Pilot recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Honda Pilot?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2024 Honda Pilot's most common problem areas are the seat belts (24 of 113 complaints), steering (20 of 113 complaints) and forward collision avoidance (17 of 113 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2024 Honda Pilot have?
NHTSA has 113 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Honda Pilot, including 2 reported crashes and 1 reported fire.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Honda Pilot's problems?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2024 Honda Pilot; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.