2026 Honda Pilot Problems
Compared with other Honda Pilot years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2026 can be compared from 2029.
- Most reported part: Steering (15 complaints).
- 1 recall campaign on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Nearby years with a typical complaint level and no open NHTSA investigation: 2023
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 27filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 12,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 22 mpgcombined, 3.5L 6-cyl FWD · 19 city / 27 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2026 Honda Pilot (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 2026 Honda Pilot. The part named most often is steering, with 15 complaints (56% of the total), followed by other or unknown (6) and seat belts (4). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 12,000 miles. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Steering15 56%
- Other or unknown6 22%
- Seat belts4 15%
- Air bags3 11%
- Suspension2 7.4%
- Brakes1 3.7%
- Electrical system1 3.7%
- Engine1 3.7%
Also reported: Lane departure (1), Seats (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Steering: “Steering wheel is stiff and constantly clicking when I turn the wheel. My dealership said there have been several complaints but no recall and they could not do anything to fix the issue at this time. I am concerned that it could be a safety issue if it is not addressed. This has been an issue since I purchased the vehicle brand new in August 2026.”
NHTSA complaint #11769005, filed 2026-10Other or unknown: “I was driving down the road, when suddenly my sunroof exploded. Thankfully the cloth part was shut, otherwise glass would have shattered through the car, but it was loud and scary. Insurance company has seen car, and is replacing glass, I am calling the Honda dealership to let them know what happened.”
NHTSA complaint #11750287, filed 2026-07Seat belts: “When dropping off rear-seat passengers, the seat belt alarm continues to sound loudly for an extended period after passengers unbuckle and exit the vehicle. This behavior persists even after the door has been opened and closed. In contrast, the front passenger seat does not behave this way, and in my previous vehicle—a 2023 Honda Pilot Touring—the rear seat alert would disengage promptly once the door was opened and closed. At the dealership we tested a 2026 Honda Pilot Touring and this issue does not exist in that model either. …”
NHTSA complaint #11746492, filed 2026-06Air bags: “The airbag light came on and a warning stating “ Supplemental restraint system problem” on my brand new car. I purchased the car on Friday and the warnings occurred Sunday. The car has 280 miles on it. From a Facebook group I can se that this appears to be a frequent issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11761000, filed 2026-08Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 12,000 and 12,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Honda Pilot. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot · SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 14.3% risk |
| Pilot · SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 15.5% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2026 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2025: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2026 Honda Pilot version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Pilot AWD Touring/Elite/Black | 3.5L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Pilot AWD TrailSport | 3.5L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Pilot FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,050 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 26V424000Jul 1, 2026Structure › Frame and membersCovers: Honda Pilot 2026, Passport 2026
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2026 Pilot and Passport vehicles. The rear subframe bolts may have been tightened improperly.
Recall details for the 2026 Honda Pilot → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2026 Honda Pilot.
Other model years of the Honda Pilot
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 27 | 12,000 | 1 | 5 | 22 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2025 | 216 | 8,218 | 4 | 5 | 22 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 116 | 35,000 | 6 | 5 | 22 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 146 | 18,000 | 5 | 5 | 22 | 53 · Typical | Too new |
| 2022 | 170 | 36,000 | 5 | 5 | 23 | 42 · Typical | Rising |
| 2021 | 450 | 32,000 | 10 | 5 | 23 | 90 · More | Rising |
| 2020 | 492 | 4,000 | 11 | 5 | 23 | 100 · More | Stable |
| 2019 | 921 | 22,000 | 13 | 5 | 23 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2018 | 440 | 47,500 | 7 | 5 | 23 | 46 · Typical | Rising |
| 2017 | 936 | 38,000 | 4 | 5 | 23 | 68 · More | Stable |
| 2016 | 1,720 | 50,000 | 8 | 5 | 23 | 100 · More | Stable |
| 2015 | 109 | 46,000 | 4 | 4 | 20 | 0 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2014 | 116 | 34,258 | 3 | 4 | 20 | 1 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2013 | 271 | 28,000 | 6 | 4 | 20 | 58 · Typical | Falling |
| 2012 | 172 | 36,000 | 9 | 4 | 20 | 45 · Typical | Stable |
| 2011 | 293 | 46,375 | 11 | 4 | 19 | 62 · Typical | Falling |
| 2010 | 111 | 59,940 | 10 | — | 19 | 5 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2009 | 134 | 70,400 | 9 | — | 19 | 23 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2008 | 133 | 87,000 | 7 | — | 18 | 0 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2007 | 211 | 82,177 | 7 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2006 | 268 | 100,000 | 8 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2005 | 679 | 102,000 | 13 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 544 | 104,000 | 12 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 720 | 117,000 | 13 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Honda Pilot model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2026 Honda Pilot have?
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 2026 Honda Pilot as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2026 Honda Pilot is reported most often?
Steering is named most often, in 15 complaints (56% of the total), followed by other or unknown with 6.
Has the 2026 Honda Pilot been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2026 Honda Pilot do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2026 Honda Pilot 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Honda Pilot get?
The EPA rates the 2026 Honda Pilot (Pilot FWD, 3.5L 6-cyl) at 22 mpg combined, 19 city and 27 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,050 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2026 Honda Pilot reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 12,000 miles and the middle half falls between 12,000 and 12,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.