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2008 Honda Pilot repairs by problem area
Engine (23%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (17%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (33%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (4%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 115 repairs.
2008 Honda Pilot electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (6%)
$100 - $499 (44%)
< $100 (44%)
Chart based on 36 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Honda Pilot
Engine not specified
| 75000 mi US $460 |
Repeat of Map Light problem. Serviceman cleaned contacts, second time. Light working again! |
2008 Honda Pilot 4dr SUV
244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD
| 51000 mi | 2nd time since we have owned the Pilot, air conitioning was not cooling. Could not find a leak but needed to recharge the system. |
| 16000 mi | Tire pressure warning system false pressure readings. |
| 47000 mi US $389 |
Right rear window regulator replaced |
| 49000 mi | Factory subwoofer started booming very loudly at idle. Problem caused by faulty "Active Noise Control" unit - uses speakers to cancel out engine noise. New unit was $500, so disconnected power to faulty unit. |
| 17000 mi | Headlight assembly ordered |
| 19000 mi | Headlight assembly replaced |
| 157000 mi US $500 |
Front passenger window not working. Window motor replaced |
| 167000 mi US $75 |
Headlight bulb out. Bulb replaced Center brake light out |
| 35000 mi US $200 |
Defect with ANC (Auto Noise Cancellation) system, feedback at low frequency through speakers; covered immediately under a TSB, perfect service and repair experience |
2008 Honda Pilot 4dr SUV
244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| 54560 mi C $1400 |
Leaky hose to the Ac compressor, which made the AC leak out and need a recharge. |
| 69600 mi US $150 |
A/C lost all freon. Dealer recharged a/c and checked all hoses/clamps. No leak found. |
| 120000 mi US $400 |
Blower motor and rear air resistor |
| 122000 mi US $480 |
the alternator died |
| 240000 mi US $900 |
AC compressor replacement |
| 114080 mi C $140 |
Refuse to start without any warning. |
| 115000 mi US $50 |
Failed window regulator. Research indicates this is a common problem (Class Action Underway). Parts + Labor =$400 at dealer. Dorman replacement at Amazon + YouTube + 1 Hour of Your Time = $50 |
| 118000 mi US $400 |
Seat heater Driver side was FrIeD and no longer operable. Took to local used car dealer to outsource repair. Element was burnt and crumbling. YEA! Heated seat work again! |
| 122000 mi US $150 |
Alternator started to whine loudly. Replaced with re-manufactured Denso OE replacement. Pretty easy to self-repair. Watch a youtube video, grab a couple of wrenches and you're good to go :) R&R took about an hour |
| 57000 mi | A/C discharge hose leaking, and replaced |
| 115000 mi US $105 |
A/c not blowing cold air. Freon very low, only 3 ounces left. Shop added 21 oz of freon and dye to indicate in the future where the A/C system may be leaking. |
| 118000 mi US $445 |
Replaced AC discharge hose |
| 105000 mi US $50 |
power window motor failure |
| 36000 mi US $360 |
Drivers side overhead light fixture replaced as was inoperative |
| 28000 mi US $75 |
Moldy smell coming from A/C vents when A/C cooling turned off and fresh air vented into the cabin |
| 38000 mi | Air Conditioning not working. Technician said leak in system. Installed new low side valve and recharged...worked for two weeks then refrigerant leaked out again. Technician found leak within 1/2 hour. Ordered new A/C hose and line that was leaking at the crimp. Recharged system and is working now. |
| 27000 mi | went through car wash and rear wiper would not shut off |
| 97500 mi US $100 |
Replaced front cabin map light assembly. |
| 53200 mi | Replaced squeaking clock spring. |
| 49000 mi | Driver side express window did not work. |
| 68000 mi US $200 |
Dome light housing needed to be replaced as only one light came on when the doors were opened. |
| 137000 mi US $291 |
Replaced heater dash light bulbs. |
| 168000 mi US $1300 |
Both rear door lock actuators failed one month apart. $300.00 each. |
| 34000 mi | The front blower motor failed so the A/C in the front did not cool, Rear A/c was ok. Dealer replaced the blower motor and a transistor |
| 65000 mi | Rear seat A/C blower not working. Dealer replaced a transistor to correct the problem. |
| 85400 mi US $169 |
Alternator went out. Fixed it myself. |
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