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2003 Honda Pilot repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (4%)

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2003 Honda Pilot brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (31%)

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Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Honda Pilot 4dr SUV

240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

154500 mi

US $250
Frozen caliper 
144000 mi

US $160
Park interlock sensor connected to foot brake failed 
117335 mi

C $1234
Replaced rotors and pads all 4 wheels 
89400 mi

US $55
Replace rotors due to pulsation during braking. Pads still more than 50%, did not replace. Noticed failed tie rod end boot (separate item) 
150000 mi

US $600
pads and rotors (front & rear) 
66000 mi

US $450
Replace front and rear brakes and resurface front rotors 
187000 mi

US $150
Ignition brake interlock switch failed which kept you from getting out of park 
182280 mi

C $800
Caliper and discs 
133300 mi

C $305
Front rotors and pads, right front caliper 
138300 mi

US $358
new rear rotors and pads - bracket failed 
191200 mi

US $120
Replaced rear pads and rotors...kept hearing a squealing driving...replaced rear calipers. fixed. 
208300 mi Uneven brake pad wear...found that the caliper was stuck. Rebuild caliper slides. This seemed to fix problem for a while, but squeaking is back. Will just replace calipers at a later date. 
123900 mi Makes noise when braking but only when A/C is on. 
217000 mi

US $340
Front rotors replaced. No charge by shop due to known issues with quality of Honda rotors. 
108000 mi Heard a scraping noise when turning the wheel to the left. Brought it to the dealer, said nothing's wrong but the backing plate should be adjusted and that will fix the problem. 
116000 mi Grinding noise while braking. Assumed it was brakes, brought it in and was told brakes are fine, they don't hear any noise. 
170000 mi

US $130
Replace brake position / shift interlock switch 

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2003 Honda Pilot Brake Problems

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