2016 Honda Pilot Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 0%of 1,723 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 104,240miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2016 Honda Pilot, 0% of the 1,723 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 104,240 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact’s daughter owns a 2016 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the hood was vibrating excessively. Upon inspection, the contact became aware that the hood latch was inoperable and failed to properly secure the hood. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 158,819.”
NHTSA complaint #11683466, filed 2025-08, 158,819 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at slow and moderate speeds, the transmission was slipping, and the vehicle lurched and jerked. The failure was more evident while driving uphill. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the torque converter had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving and exceeding 40 MPH, the hood was flapping. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #11715620, filed 2026-02, 100,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V932000 (Structure, Latches/Locks/Linkages). The contact stated that while driving at high speeds, the hood vibration was visible after the recall repair. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the contact was informed that the hood needed to be replaced due to a crack. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 108,481.”
NHTSA complaint #11562668, filed 2023-12, 108,481 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V932000 (Structure, Latches/Locks/Linkages). The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and had recall repair completed. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the hood was still vibrating and seemed as if it would open inadvertently. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #11449760, filed 2022-02, 70,000 milesRelated recalls
- 21V932000Nov 29, 2021Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Passport, 2016-2019 Pilot, and 2017-2020 Ridgeline vehicles. The hood latch striker may become…Covers: Honda Pilot 2016–2019, Ridgeline 2017–2020, Passport 2019
Related service bulletins
- 10204949Dec 10, 2021Service Bulletin - The hood flutters or vibrates at highway speeds.
Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 0% |
| 2019 | 1 | 0% |
| 2018 | 4 | 1% |
| 2017 | 5 | 1% |
| 2016 | 4 | 0% |
| 2013 | 2 | 1% |
| 2011 | 5 | 2% |
| 2010 | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2006 | 2 | 1% |
| 2005 | 1 | 0% |
| 2004 | 7 | 1% |
| 2003 | 8 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2016 Honda Pilot
781 complaintsElectrical system
582 complaintsOther or unknown
292 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
201 complaintsFuel system
193 complaintsBody and structure
54 complaintsEngine cooling
45 complaintsVehicle speed control
39 complaintsElectronic stability control
37 complaintsBrakes
31 complaintsForward collision avoidance
25 complaintsSteering
18 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Honda Pilot
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 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