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2026 Honda Pilot recalls & problems

The 2026 Honda Pilot has 1 safety recall and 27 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is steering (15 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls
Complaints27filed by owners
Crashes · fires0 · 0reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2026 Honda Pilot in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

StructureJul 1, 2026

Frame and members

Recall 26V4240003,933 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2026 Pilot and Passport vehicles. The rear subframe bolts may have been tightened improperly.
Risk
Loose rear subframe bolts can lead to a loss of vehicle stability or rear subframe detachment, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear subframe bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is OOY. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 10, 2026.

Components: Structure › Frame and members; Suspension › Rear

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2026 HONDA PILOT SUV N/A AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk14.3%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2026 HONDA PILOT SUV N/A FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk15.5%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2026 Honda Pilot NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2026 Honda Pilot NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Pilot FWD

22mpg combined
City / highway19 / 27 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S10) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,050/year to fuel

Pilot AWD

21mpg combined
City / highway19 / 25 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S10) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Pilot AWD Touring/Elite/Black

21mpg combined
City / highway19 / 25 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S10) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Pilot AWD TrailSport

20mpg combined
City / highway18 / 23 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S10) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Steering15000—
Unknown or other6000—
Seat belts4000—
Air bags3000—
Power train3000—
Suspension2000—
Seats1000—
Service brakes1000—
Electrical system1000—
Vehicle speed control1000—
Engine1000—
Lane departureAssist1000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.