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2010 Honda Pilot repairs by problem area

Engine (11%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (24%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (16%)

Other (9%)

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2010 Honda Pilot electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $100 (65%)

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Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Honda Pilot 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

16000 mi Key fob module bad, replaced at no cost under warranty. 
36700 mi Key fob working internittently. Dealer replaced key fob module at no cost under warranty. 
12000 mi Key fob was replaced due to not working correctly at locking and unlocking the doors. 
4000 mi Panic alarm sometimes goes off when key turned in ignition. 
4800 mi Issue with panic alarm going off still not resolved. 
9000 mi Panic alarm goes off when starting car 
10000 mi Panic alarm goes off when inserting key in ignition. Parts replaced and it appears that the problem is solved.  
15000 mi Difficulty with the Key Fob to Lock or Unload vehicle doors. Had to press button multiple times to get reaction. Dealer said some owners were reporting the problem, and they replace Key Fob internals. 
3800 mi The navigation system turned into night mode (dark, unreadable during day) during the middle of a sunny day. It would not go away. Software glitch. The navigation system turned into night mode (dark, unreadable during day) during the middle of a sunny day. It would not go away. 
49000 mi

US $9
Symptom: Loud intermittent engine noise. Engine examination and internet search finally led to faulty relay. Replacement AC compressor clutch relay purchased from dealer and replaced. 
34000 mi clicking noise caused by faulty blend door actuator located under the center console - this actuator sends air to either the registers or floor vents for the rear seat passengers. replaced faulty motor assembly. the key fob/door lock remotes were poorly sealed due to a design flaw. this exposed the inner electronic circuitry to moisture, causing corrosion and device failure. The dealer replaced the seals and the inner circuitry on both keys. 
108000 mi

US $475
The air mix/mode actuator located in the center console between the two front seats stopped functioning correctly and made a loud intermittent noise. This actuator diverted air flow between floor and console registers to the back seats. 

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2010 Honda Pilot 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

92000 mi Replaced blower motor 
96000 mi Replaced intermittent radio under extended warranty. 
81000 mi Relay for a/c compressor for stuck on and it over pressurized the system causing the release valve to release freon. Relay was replaced and system recharged. 
40000 mi premature replacement of battery. No fault found, but a couple of years too early.. 
119000 mi

US $2000
Recall on airbags 
92000 mi

US $100
Replaced failed AC relay 
106000 mi

US $350
AC compressor relay stuck, compressor over pressurized system and cause bleed off valve to break open to vent. New relay, new vent valve, recharged AC.  
40300 mi Navi screen listed problem as 'disc read error please consult dealer.' Dealer could not replicate error since it reset with ignition so just cleaned disc. Error came back. 
42300 mi

US $150
interior map lights and backseat overhead lights were burning out in less than a month's time. Had the map light's motor? replaced and has worked fine since. 
20000 mi hazard warning switch not working took to dealer switch needs to be replaced they have ordered the parts. Switch never worked properly from delivery but had no time to take to dealer to have replaced. memory seat from postion 1 to 2 not working all the time. when engage memory seat periodically seat does not go back to original memory position. Driver side mirror also engages up continiously until the memory seat button is pressed again 
85000 mi

US $1200
Alternator 
40000 mi

US $160
Door lock actuator on driver's side was making a rubbing noise. Needed replacement. 
66520 mi Noisy heater fan. Had to be replaced. 
84000 mi Bearing shot in heater biower motor. 
89000 mi

US $150
Replaced original battery. 
108000 mi

US $200
Navigation System. Intermittent DVD Read Error and system would terminate operation 

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2010 Honda Pilot Electrical Problems

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