2004 Honda Pilot Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 3%of 544 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 120,228miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the steering of the 2004 Honda Pilot, 3% of the 544 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 120,228 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When getting work done by licensed mechanic, I was told that there was a problem with the rear frame being soo rusted that the shock absorber was not attached because there was nothing left to attach it to. I was told they couldn't fix it and I should consider getting rid of it.”
NHTSA complaint #11330863, filed 2020-06, 208,000 miles“We have been having problems with the steering wheel getting locked. We have to regularly take a part off of the steering wheel and push a screw driver in the space until the steering wheel unlocks. This happened too often. There is no reason for this to happen. We do the usual: place foot on brake, turn wheels, make sure gear is in place, etc. But the wheel stays locked.”
NHTSA complaint #10651757, filed 2014-10, 100,000 miles“Suddenly car started making bad noise from engine. I went to store to fix it. They saying its factory recall and we can't fix it. I didn't find any information from your website. Also it's very risky. I suppose to drive my car from michigan to virginia but the auto technican told me wil be risk it's will stop your wheel and you will in big accident. Sears auto didn't fix my car. They refer me to go Honda dealer for recall issue. Please advice me. Thanks”
NHTSA complaint #10725188, filed 2015-06, 120,228 miles“Key will not not turn in ignition to start car. Tried spare key and all suggestions from google, turning steering wheel, brakes, disconnecting battery. Locksmith charge to repair $300+, per comments on google better to replace or will happen again. Cost to replace $600+. Tried tapping around key hole with screwdriver & hammer while someone turned key, did not work.”
NHTSA complaint #11164119, filed 2018-12, 12,000 miles“The shift interlock allowed the key to be removed without the Pilot being in park. This caused the Pilot to roll backwards in a parking lot. Luckily the lot was fairly flat, so it didn't roll far or hit anything (or anybody!). A Honda dealer confirmed the issue, and contacted Honda about it. Honda said they wouldn't fix the issue due to the mileage, and the fact that I purchased the vehicle used (from carmax).”
NHTSA complaint #10479494, filed 2012-10, 70,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10016356Apr 16, 2005Steering wheel vibration. Dealer visit request.
- 10015301Feb 16, 2005Dealer visit request for steering wheel vibration.
- 10014531Nov 16, 2004Steering wheel vibration.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 15 | 56% |
| 2025 | 44 | 20% |
| 2024 | 20 | 17% |
| 2023 | 19 | 13% |
| 2022 | 8 | 5% |
| 2021 | 4 | 1% |
| 2020 | 7 | 1% |
| 2019 | 9 | 1% |
| 2018 | 4 | 1% |
| 2017 | 8 | 1% |
| 2016 | 18 | 1% |
| 2015 | 3 | 3% |
| 2014 | 4 | 3% |
| 2013 | 12 | 4% |
| 2012 | 11 | 6% |
| 2011 | 34 | 12% |
| 2010 | 6 | 5% |
| 2009 | 13 | 10% |
| 2008 | 8 | 6% |
| 2007 | 3 | 1% |
| 2006 | 6 | 2% |
| 2005 | 37 | 5% |
| 2004 | 16 | 3% |
| 2003 | 32 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2004 Honda Pilot
142 complaintsSeats
85 complaintsAir bags
81 complaintsElectrical system
60 complaintsBody and structure
42 complaintsEngine cooling
28 complaintsSuspension
27 complaintsBrakes
22 complaintsEngine
22 complaintsOther or unknown
21 complaintsVehicle speed control
21 complaintsFuel system
18 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Honda Pilot
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology