2023 Honda Pilot
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 720 |
| 2004 | 544 |
| 2005 | 679 |
| 2006 | 267 |
| 2007 | 211 |
| 2008 | 133 |
| 2009 | 134 |
| 2010 | 111 |
| 2011 | 293 |
| 2012 | 171 |
| 2013 | 271 |
| 2014 | 116 |
| 2015 | 109 |
| 2016 | 1696 |
| 2017 | 920 |
| 2018 | 439 |
| 2019 | 898 |
| 2020 | 484 |
| 2021 | 429 |
| 2022 | 151 |
| 2023 | 139 |
| 2024 | 112 |
| 2025 | 196 |
| 2026 | 19 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
22% of complaints: seat belts — 30 distinct reports on file.
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My vehicle, 2023 Honda Pilot Elite, is experiencing intermittent, inaccurate seat belt engagement readings for the second-row seating middle and right position captain chair while driving.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260709
20% of complaints: electrical system — 28 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I wanted to share a very scary incident that occurred while I was slowly creeping into a parking space in a parking garage.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250708
Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The rear passenger-side (second-row, right-side outboard) seatbelt warning system is defective, repeatedly triggering false "unbuckled" alarms even when a passenger is securely buckled in.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260715
According to the dealership, there was a ABS Sensor that went bad. Dropped off the 2023 Pilot Elite the other day and they said the part might be delivered in August 2023. The incident happened twice and everything went dead.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230522
17% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 23 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
CRASH13% of complaints: steering — 18 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: service brakes — 16 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Pilot vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the gear box assembly may contain a loose ball bearing, which can result in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is FFX.
Campaign 23V735000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 24V859000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Passport and 2023-2025 Pilot vehicles. The fuel filler neck tube and fuel filler pipe may separate, allowing fuel to leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel filler neck tube and pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 24V900000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S, 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, and 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EL1 and AL0.
Campaign 25V031000 — check if this car was fixed
No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 25V391000 — check if this car was fixed
Inaccurate Rear Passenger Seat Belt Warning Status
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Honda Pilot — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (30 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V735000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V859000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V900000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V031000 (electrical system, fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V391000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2023 Honda Pilot reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Honda Pilot is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda Pilot?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Honda Pilot have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.