2003 Honda Pilot Latches, locks and linkages Problems

“There are several issues: 1. The problem began with the key not fitting properly as it once did, perhaps after several attempts. When I turn the key or put the key in the ignition it won't turn to get the vehicle started. I turned the steering wheel all the way to the left and it doesn't matter. The Pilot still won't start. When reading the manual, it's a push sign under the ignition but this isn't addressed in the manual. It doesn't tell you the purpose of the push sign. I've tried everything to get the key to turn and I've let others try also. And it doesn't work for anyone. …”

“This problem is extremely common on all hondas and has never been addressed. The power door lock motors consistently go bad. So far, this has happened to the driver and passenger doors on my Pilot. The Honda dealer is asking for $300 per door!!! This needs to be recalled asap.”

“. The contact owns a 2003 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that three of her automatic door actuators failed. As a consequence she cannot unlock the vehicle from the outside. If there is an emergency, the inability to unlock the doors increases the risk for safety hazard. She contacted the manufacturer and a representative denied responsibility because there was not an existing recall. The failure has not been remedied.the failure and current mileages were under 109,000.”

“The contact owns a 2003 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that the chrome plating on the door handles was peeling and causing minor injuries to the contact's fingers. The contact mentioned that all four doors were affected by the failure. The problem persisted for the past two years. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that all four handles needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.”

“The contact owns a 2003 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that the ignition would lock abnormally and when the failure occurred, the contact was unable to insert the key into the ignition. When the contact was able to insert the key, he was unable to turn the ignition over and the wheels would remain locked. Additionally, the contact would sporadically have problems with inserting the key into the driver side door. The dealer advised that the ignition switch would need to be replaced. The dealer also advised that he would attempt to repair the vehicle so that the key would fit into the ignition. …”