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2011 Honda Pilot repairs by problem area

Engine (15%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (24%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (18%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 175 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2011 Honda Pilot.

2011 Honda Pilot repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (3%)

$500 - $999 (7%)

$100 - $499 (21%)

< $100 (69%)

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Chart based on 131 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Honda Pilot

Engine not specified

Honda Pilot in South Carolina, United States
Sep 2012 - Jul 2014
Nov 2012

27100 mi

US $45
This was for an oil change and to change out an exterior trim piece that fit over the hinges on the rear hatch door. They were poorly aligned when the car was purchased, replaced under warranty. 
Jul 2014

60000 mi
Pilot has had VCM problems since the beginning and they have gotten progressively worse. Rough, clunky transition between cylinders and occasional vibration when cylinders drop. 

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2011 Honda Pilot 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

Honda Pilot in Alabama, United States
Apr 2015 - Jan 2019
Mar 2017

160175 mi

US $71
4 Wheel Alignment 
Feb 2018

181000 mi
P304 Error - Misfire on cylinder #4. This problem was never fixed. It went away on its own. 
Jun 2018

188000 mi
Tires out of balance. Rebalanced tires and rotated them. 
Honda Pilot in Texas, United States
Aug 2013 - Dec 2013
Dec 2013

75000 mi
The battery light came on in my wife's Pilot yesterday. This was after hearing an intermittent whining noise that matched engine RPM. We took it out last night, and on the way home, several other lights (ABS, ECM, VSM, et. al) came on, and the radi 
Honda Pilot in Texas, United States
Sep 2011 - Jun 2013
Oct 2011

16000 mi
rubbing or clicking noise that come from the rear of the car...maybe wheels but goes away as soon as the car warms or moves forward or backwards. When the car has been driven the noise is not detectable...need to leave car overnight. 
Apr 2013

54500 mi

US $300
Drivers door locks stopped working...needed new motor. 
Honda Pilot in Texas, United States
Sep 2010 - Jul 2015
Oct 2013

39000 mi
Ongoing problem with creaky/noisy right rear suspension when going over bumps. Dealer lubricated suspension parts. Noise gone for now. 
Jul 2015

57000 mi

US $200
Expansion valve was making a "squeaking" sound when compressor would cycle. Dealer diagnosed as possible moisture contamination in refrigerant. System evacuated and recharged. Noise seems to be gone. 
Honda Pilot in California, United States
Jan 2011 - Dec 2013
Aug 2012

21000 mi
Replaced weather stripping at front of the sun roof as it started falling off. 
Oct 2012

22800 mi
Passenger side automatic window got stuck on faulty part inside the door and would not roll up all the way. 
Honda Pilot in Florida, United States
Mar 2014 - Jun 2017
Nov 2015

85100 mi
Fouled spark plugs, caused by oil blow by, no cost to owner as it was a tsb 
Nov 2016

95600 mi
Same issue as before, fouled three plugs. Was covered under warranty, three cylinders had piston rings replaced. 
Honda Pilot in North Carolina, United States
Jul 2015 - May 2016
Aug 2015

71000 mi

US $35
3rd clutch sensor failed code p0348 ($35). Replaced sensor at home along with transmission flush. Caused stutter between 25-30 mph. These steps corrected the problem. Recommend changing fluid more frequently than suggested. 
Nov 2015

75000 mi

US $8
Engine burns about 1qt of oil every 1,000 miles. Wife drives it, so worried that it will get low if I need to travel for extended periods. 
May 2016

81000 mi
Engine was burning about 1qt of oil every 1,000 miles. 
Honda Pilot in Florida, United States
Apr 2011 - Sep 2012
Nov 2011

7000 mi
Drivers side sun visor would not stay up. 
Honda Pilot in Georgia, United States
Apr 2015 - Jun 2022
Jul 2016

78000 mi
Broken left cv axle. Repaired under certified warranty 
Jun 2017

91000 mi

US $380
Intermittently working ac. Compressor clutch replaced 
Jun 2020

133000 mi

US $350
Cv axle replaced 
Honda Pilot in Massachusetts, United States
Apr 2013 - Jun 2014
May 2013

20000 mi
Front and Rear engine mounts cracked and leaking oil 
Jun 2013

21000 mi
Constant issues with ECO mode and Variable Cylinder Management. Vibration and shuttering when in and out of ECO modes. Two updates dealership performed did not solve the issues. Reported to American Honda with no solutions. 
Aug 2013

25000 mi
District Manager test drove to sense vibration issues in VCM mode and found nothing. So far vehicle still shutters and vibrates at 65MPH. 
Sep 2013

25000 mi

US $679
Drained and changed oil to new Honda DW1 Auto Transmission Fluid and performed 30,000 mile tune up. 
Jan 2014

34000 mi

US $500
Passenger heater fan making noise replaced fan 
Jun 2014

37000 mi
Needed total brake replacement, including calipers. Needed struts. 
Honda Pilot in Georgia, United States
Jan 2013 - Nov 2013
Apr 2013

38000 mi

US $400
An intermittent popping sound from speakers, only when air is on. Doesn't matter if radio is on or off. 
Nov 2013

53000 mi

US $1952
Alternator was making a noise, but still charging. Alternator was replaced. Power steering pump was making a whining sound. An intermittent popping sounds comes from speakers ONLY when air is on. It doesn't matter if the radio is on or off. 2nd time for same repair. Clock runs faster and faster when there is popping sound. 
Honda Pilot in Alabama, United States
Feb 2012 - Feb 2012
Honda Pilot in Alabama, United States
Jul 2017 - Sep 2020
May 2018

140000 mi

US $250
Strut on passenger side was leaking 
Honda Pilot in Kentucky, United States
Mar 2012 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012

8000 mi
Gauges don't work 
Honda Pilot in Florida, United States
Apr 2017 - Jun 2022
Mar 2022

155000 mi

US $200
Both cooing fans went bad within a few days of each other. 
Honda Pilot in Virginia, United States
Apr 2010 - Jan 2022
May 2010

1000 mi
Sunroof was improperly trained so it would not close automatically - you had to hold the button the entire time. It was repaired by retraining the computer to know that correct force required to operate the sunroof. The front bumper was missaligned and had scratched paint of of the bumper and the front fender... 
Aug 2010

2000 mi
Sunroof draining battery, and not functioning correctly. windshield washer pump not working well. replaced now working. The wipers that came on the car are horrible and would not be replaced under warrenty. 
Jun 2013

15000 mi

US $100
Rear Shock replacement, the pilot would bounce all over the place on the road, especially when loaded. Oil leaking from one of the shocks. Replaced with aftermarket Excel G. 
Jan 2014

10000 mi
Rear clunking sound had developed. Turned out it was the bolt securing the rear shock. It had rusted and although it had been tightened per spec the shock started clunking. Sounded horrible. Cleaned lubed and retightened all is quiet 
Jan 2015

19300 mi

US $142
Battery died. I think it was weak from all the times it died with the sunroof issue from when it was new. 
Sep 2016

32000 mi
Replaced front lower control arm rear bushings under recall - they had broken and leaked out all of their oil. 
Oct 2016

32000 mi

US $120
Wheel Bearing droning on highway - replaced 
Jan 2019

50000 mi

US $50
AC stopped working. Ended up being a relay that needed to be replaced. 
Nov 2021

55000 mi

US $185
Battery replaced 
Honda Pilot in Texas, United States
Apr 2018 - Apr 2018
Apr 2018

57000 mi

US $800
Regular oil change, Front and Rear Brake Pads and Rotors replaced. Brake fluid flush. 
Honda Pilot in California, United States
Sep 2012 - May 2013
Oct 2012

35700 mi
Steering has slight shudder/vibration when the steering is turned while moving slowly e.g. backing out of a parking spot while turning. Dealer replaced power steering pump and reservoir. Problem not fixed but not serious enough to return. 
Honda Pilot in California, United States
Jul 2010 - Jan 2017
May 2013

39200 mi
Driver's side running board was loose. Both running boards were replaced since the style was changed under warranty. 
Honda Pilot in Georgia, United States
Nov 2010 - Jan 2023
Apr 2014

62500 mi

US $1200
Strut assembly went bad. Loud knocking when traveling over any uneven pavement 
Nov 2017

115000 mi

US $120
Replaced original Honda rear shocks with KYB brand. Both shocks leaking. Noticeable difference in ride after replacement. 
Dec 2017

117000 mi

US $100
Replace sway bar links. One ball / socket slightly loose. Replaced with MOOG greaseable. 
Apr 2018

123000 mi

US $50
Sway bar link (one) failed again. Same side, driver side. 
Nov 2021

146000 mi

US $48
Sway bar link again. Tried various brands. Greased and lifetime. They each continue to fail. 

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2011 Honda Pilot 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

Honda Pilot in Maryland, United States
Jul 2014 - Sep 2015
Jul 2014

42000 mi

US $600
Door would not close 
Honda Pilot in Texas, United States
Nov 2012 - Mar 2013
Feb 2012

13500 mi
Repaired the roof gasket. Repaired the roof gasket. 
Dec 2012

19000 mi
The driver side window was malfunctioning. 
Honda Pilot in Michigan, United States
Mar 2014 - Dec 2015
Mar 2015

78000 mi
Rear Driver Wheel Bearing needed replaced. Under Extended Warranty 
Honda Pilot in Minnesota, United States
Jan 2017 - Jan 2017
Jan 2017

89000 mi
Eco Mode Vibration. Repair attempted but not successful Rough clunky shifting Wobble or pulsation in wheel when turning at low speed Door lock actuator failed Sunroof drive was binding Vibration at highway speed. Wheel balance reduced but did not fix Fog light assembly faulty 
Honda Pilot in Michigan, United States
Aug 2011 - Jun 2018
Jan 2018

33000 mi

US $190
Replaced battery 
Honda Pilot in Pennsylvania, United States
Feb 2018 - Mar 2018
Mar 2018

64000 mi

US $25
Replaced Driver side mirror glass. It kept falling off. Also replaced the trim on the rear windshield wiper. Replaced headlight bulbs. 
Honda Pilot in North Carolina, United States
Oct 2010 - Nov 2018
Mar 2018

116000 mi

US $1400
Replaced timing belt and water pump. 
Honda Pilot in New York, United States
Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Apr 2018

27000 mi

US $95
replaced a spark plug on the 6th one. 
Honda Pilot in California, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2022
May 2021

144000 mi

US $800
The original alternator went bad, had to put in a replacement 
Honda Pilot in Florida, United States
Dec 2016 - Jan 2022
Aug 2017

77000 mi

US $700
alternator inop & drained battery to necessitate replacement 
Aug 2018

130000 mi

US $100
Headlights had become so cloudy that light was not very noticeable at night on a dark road. This documents the need to restore the finish. 
Jan 2022

152000 mi

US $20
replace fuel cap- causing check engine light and check fuel cap caution 
Honda Pilot in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2016 - Mar 2019
Apr 2017

91760 mi

C $66
AC not blowing cold at all - recharged system with leakstop and refrigerant. 
Honda Pilot in New York, United States
Sep 2015 - Jun 2017
Sep 2016

89000 mi

US $110
Replaced rear shocks. $110 total delivered through rock auto 
Dec 2016

92000 mi

US $75
Replaced brakes 
Honda Pilot in Ontario, Canada
Mar 2015 - Sep 2015
Jun 2015

23560 mi
Backup camera has no image 50% of time. Dealer says problem can't be reproduced in their shop, so can't fix. Even though dealer was shown photos of a black camera screen. And sales person has seen camera not work. 
Honda Pilot in Georgia, United States
Oct 2016 - Dec 2016
Nov 2016

82300 mi
Dealer replaced lower A arm bushings at no cost to me. Suspension component part of a recall. 
Honda Pilot in Alabama, United States
Jun 2015 - Aug 2020
Mar 2017

90000 mi

US $115
Plugs fouled due to VCM. This first round they said was only software - they did replace plugs 1-4, i paid to have the remaining two plugs replaced at my expense. It sounds like if this happens again, they dismantle the engine and put different piston rings on etc. There's an extended Honda warranty for this issue for 8 years and unlimited mileage if I'm not mistaken. 
Jul 2017

93000 mi

US $900
Passenger side radiator fan (condensor fan) needed to be replaced after bearings went. Noticed noise first, and wobbling after inspecting. Fan replacement was close to $600.  Replaced both rear struts on this trip as well. 
Apr 2018

101000 mi
Back in for tailgate rust for the 3rd time, hopefully the last. They doubled up the gasket this time... time will tell. 
Jun 2019

110000 mi

US $250
Sway bar links replaced. 
Jul 2020

127000 mi

US $120
Brake caliper had seized, replaced. 
Honda Pilot in Maryland, United States
Jul 2016 - Jan 2018
Jul 2017

88000 mi

US $91
CEL, Check emissions system, Check VSA, Check VTM-4 lights all on -> misfire in cyl 2, covered by TSB 13-082 extended warranty: dealer replaced spark plugs in cyls 1-4 and updated software. Not covered plugs in cyls 5-6, so paid for these plugs to be installed (near 100k mile service when plugs should be replaced anyway). 
Dec 2017

95500 mi
Dealer performed oil change, oil dipstick seized in spool valve and handle broke off, cannot remove dipstick, requires $560 repair to replace spool valve. We tried to get the dealership to accept partial responsibility (it wasn’t broken before the oil change), but the service manager got defensive and his boss never called us back. They lost all our future business (maintenance and car purchases). 
Honda Pilot in Pennsylvania, United States
Feb 2015 - Jun 2022
Mar 2015

131000 mi

US $50
Driver's side rear door lock actuator failed. Unable to lock/unlock door using switch on door panel or the fob, had to manually flip the lock switch. (Trunk hatch door would not open if the driver's side rear door was locked.) 
Jun 2016

136000 mi
Blowing warm air on driver's side, cool air on passenger side, even cooler for rear passengers. Evac and charge took care of problem. 
May 2018

144000 mi

US $30
A/C blowing cool (not cold) on passenger side, warm on driver's side. Trip to local auto parts store to re-charge A/C took care of the problem. 
Aug 2020

156442 mi

US $202
Pilot would not start. Had to be towed. Replaced alternator and serpentine belt. 
Honda Pilot in Massachusetts, United States
Oct 2011 - Oct 2012
Jan 2012

9000 mi
Rough starting. Dealer unable to duplicate Shudder in ECO mode. 
Honda Pilot in Wisconsin, United States
Sep 2010 - Jun 2018
Dec 2016

88000 mi

US $50
Transmission pressure sensor failure. 
Honda Pilot in British Columbia, Canada
Sep 2010 - Dec 2011
Nov 2010

920 mi
Memory Seats did not activate or work. Electrical problem from factory, power cord plug prongs were bent from factory, made new plug. Memory seats work after repair. 
Dec 2010

1240 mi
Back Tail Gate strut was replaced, Door sqeeked when opening or closing. 
Aug 2011

4820 mi
Replaced key fob. 
Nov 2011

6820 mi
Glove Box rattle. Honda said there may have been a TSB. Repaired at dealership. 
Honda Pilot in Minnesota, United States
Sep 2010 - Jan 2018
Oct 2011

19000 mi
Noise in steering when moving vehicle after parked. Dealer said they could not dupliacte noise. Noted in file and will return when noise becomes more consistant. 
Feb 2012

26000 mi
Replaced steering rack 
Jun 2015

78000 mi

US $20
Replaced sway bar bushings 
Aug 2015

80600 mi

US $150
Rear upper control arms replaced with adjustable arms to bring camber back into spec 
Dec 2016

106000 mi

US $40
Replace turn signal/multifunction switch 
Mar 2017

109000 mi

US $120
Replaced rotors and pads 
Honda Pilot in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2010 - Dec 2016
Dec 2010

930 mi

C $25
Fix flat tire. Grrrr. Vehicle delivered with a slow leak in tire. Dealership says unrepairable & not their problem. Michelin warranty covered with $25 deductible. Imagine, I pay extra to swap OEM tires with Michelins. Doh! 
Jul 2014

46900 mi
This was a 2nd attempt at a repair that was originally a recall notice. Initial repair was preventive. But then within 3 - 6 months I could see rust marks originating from under the center trim piece of the tailgate. 
Honda Pilot in Wisconsin, United States
Oct 2010 - Mar 2011
Dec 2010

5000 mi
The sunroof didn't operate properly. I reflashed the software using instructions I found online and the problem was resolved. 
Honda Pilot in Rhode Island, United States
Nov 2010 - Jun 2013
Jun 2011

6000 mi
Steering wheel had a clicking sound when turning right-left. Parts ordered. Squeaking noise coming from pass side dash area. Tried to locate noise myself. Dealer kept vehicle all day and stated that improper welds from fractory were chafing against dash when accelerating-stopping. Problem appears to have been fixed 
Jul 2011

8000 mi
Clicking noise when stopping car coming from brake pedal. Noise from dash back again! "spot welds?" Took Honda rep for ride and noticed they all do "it" Not happy with Pilot.  
Jun 2012

23000 mi
Steering wheel making clicking sound when turning. Dlr replaced steering cable for second time! 
Jul 2012

23700 mi
Paint bubbling around chrome trim above licence plate.Dealer repainted hatch,replaced chrome molding. Still need to have creaking dash repaired. Also replaced for second time, steering cable! This truck is a POS. Never buy another Honda! 
Sep 2012

27000 mi
Problem with clicking from steering wheel is back for third time. Also complained to service manager about creaking noises coming from pass side dash when braking or taking off from stop. Waiting for area service manager from corp. Honda! 
Oct 2012

27700 mi
Area rep for Honda authorised repair to squeaking dash and steering clicking. Repair appears to be successful at this time. Gave me rental during repairs. Dealer was great to work with. Majestic Honda, Lincoln RI 
Honda Pilot in North Carolina, United States
Sep 2010 - Mar 2019
Dec 2012

20000 mi
Battery tested poorly in inspection, replaced. 
Nov 2013

29800 mi
Replaced compliance bushings which were cracked and leaking 
Honda Pilot in New Jersey, United States
Aug 2010 - Apr 2015
Sep 2011

15000 mi
Front wheel bearing replaced also replaced 1 seatbelt per TSB 
Mar 2014

58000 mi
Replaced gear 3 and 4 pressure sensors 
Honda Pilot in Florida, United States
May 2010 - Jul 2014
Nov 2010

2300 mi
The motor that drives the forward and backward movement of the front passenget seat is becoming non functional. It moves the seat very slowly, and makes a really loud whining sound. Definitely on its way out. Parts ordered. 
Honda Pilot in Iowa, United States
Apr 2010 - Apr 2013
Sep 2012

22000 mi
Makes a creaking noise over bumps at slow speeds. Can only hear it when windows are down. Dealer says they could not hear noise. Update: new 2013 makes same noise, might be "normal." 
Honda Pilot in Pennsylvania, United States
Jun 2010 - Jun 2022
Nov 2014

38000 mi
Replaced LF wheel-bearing under warranty. 
Honda Pilot in Nevada, United States
Jun 2010 - Feb 2012
Oct 2011

33000 mi
Rear Lift Gate Shocks worn, dealer replaced shocks 
Feb 2012

38000 mi
Replaced Bushings 
Honda Pilot in Indiana, United States
Jul 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 Hood release didn't work when we took delivery. Didn't know it until two days after we picked up the car. They had to cut a hole in the grill to open the hood to fix the release cable and replace the grill. 
Honda Pilot in Ohio, United States
Dec 2010 - Mar 2020
Nov 2011

19100 mi
coating on rear view mirror coming off. Dealership replaced under warranty 
Mar 2013

61000 mi
misfire on cyl 2. Replaced plugs and reprogrammed ECU rust through on rear lift gate due to improperly installed trim 
Oct 2014

95800 mi

US $360
Oil pressure sensor failed and was replaced. Towed. 
May 2015

110000 mi

US $500
Replaced shocks, struts, end links and front sway bar bushings 
Dec 2016

146000 mi
p0304 error. Honda replaced rings in cyl 1-4 
Jun 2017

157000 mi

US $37
4th gear clutch pressure sensor failed. Replaced sensor and crush washer 
Feb 2018

165000 mi

US $50
Accessory drive belt tensioner bearing failed. Replaced accessory belt and belt tensioner Rear brake slides rusted to pads causing pads to wear and fail. Replaced pads, slides and lubes rear brake system 
Honda Pilot in Nebraska, United States
Mar 2011 - Dec 2017
May 2016

53900 mi
It was covered by the recall. Engine misfire, engine light. VCM. Spark plugs malfunctioning. Spark plugs replaced and VCM reprogrammed. 
Honda Pilot in Alberta, Canada
Sep 2011 - Jan 2022
Apr 2014

29340 mi
Body panel behind driver's door misaligned, stuck out far enough to have paint damage from dust, sand, etc. The fix required body panel alignment, touch-up paint, and a strip of plastic stone guard to protect the panel. 
Jan 2018

62000 mi

C $231
Replace leaking timing belt tensioner 
Honda Pilot in Ohio, United States
Sep 2011 - Dec 2016
Sep 2014

58000 mi
TSB, cylinders/ excessive oil usage...fixed under known manufactured problem 
Jul 2016

84200 mi
Strut and compliance bushing 
Honda Pilot in North Dakota, United States
Sep 2011 - Jul 2022
Jul 2013

19700 mi
Chipping paint near driver door kick panel. Will be repainted by dealer at end of July. 
Oct 2016

62300 mi
front control arm bushings leaking. 
Jul 2022

132000 mi

US $800
Replaced alternator 
Honda Pilot in Texas, United States
Mar 2010 - Apr 2016
Apr 2010

3000 mi
Weak spring in moon-roof air deflector. Replaced deflector unit, problem resolved. 
Sep 2010

8000 mi
Sunroof not automatically closing. Recall. Recirculate/fresh air blend door stuck on recirculate Bad weld/frame creak in passenger side front door frame. 
Mar 2011

16000 mi
Loud tinging rattle from passenger side airbag area. They tore the dash apart and sound deadened until they got it. 
Apr 2011

17000 mi
Fresh air blend door was sticking as a result of a botched re-installation of the AC blower assembly after failed attempt at frame creak repair. They replaced the whole blower/filter/blend door assembly. 
Jul 2011

20000 mi
Replaced the radio headunit to fix intermittent LCD issue Electrically noisy AC clutch and fan relays causing popping from power amplifier 
Jul 2012

35700 mi
Front passenger side strut started thunking. Strut was repaired easily enough but we're on our third attempt to get the alignment right and the steering wheel centered. 
Sep 2012

39000 mi
3rd gear pressure sensor/sender failed and was replaced under extended warranty 
Oct 2012

40000 mi
Turn signal stalk would no longer stay clicked into the 'turning right' position and would return to off when you took your finger off the stalk. Repaired under extended warranty 
Jun 2014

66000 mi
Suspension bushings worn out. 
Dec 2014

78000 mi
Fluid filled compliance bushings replaced, both front. 
Oct 2015

88000 mi

US $50
All three spark plugs in rear bank oil fouled. Replaced all 6 plugs. 
Dec 2015

92000 mi

US $60
Both rear view mirror motors replaced due to sticking and inconsistent positioning. 
Honda Pilot in Florida, United States
Jun 2014 - Aug 2020
Jun 2014

94000 mi

US $250
Large bubbles and delamination on drivers door panel 
Feb 2016

124000 mi

US $67
Replace both rear shocks (OEM) 
Mar 2018

154000 mi

US $350
Left Front CV axle replace (OEM), 2 front tires (Uniroyal), Full synthetic Oil change 
Honda Pilot in California, United States
May 2011 - Mar 2013
Feb 2012

5000 mi
Too much play in emergency brake 
Honda Pilot in Maryland, United States
Apr 2011 - Jun 2014
May 2011 Rattle when driving on roads that have potholes or are not smooth. Thought it was the roof, noticed same sound if I tapped on it. Dealership said it could have been a loose child car seat, they tightened that & the center console clip too. 
Honda Pilot in Texas, United States
Mar 2011 - Jun 2017
May 2014

59400 mi

US $1343
Battery acid leaked and ate through the battery cable. Had to get a new battery installed and new cable. Rear right shock absorber was leaking and has to be replaced. Power steering fluid had to be replaced. 
Honda Pilot in Delaware, United States
Feb 2011 - Dec 2014
Apr 2011

2000 mi
A-pillar cover was rattling. Basically the plastic cover that attaches to the front right roof support post was vibrating and rattling. Dealer removed and installed insulation behind it. 
May 2011

2000 mi
I put a folded piece of paper between the headliner and the windshield. The noise stopped. Back to the dealer, worked with the mechanic. He removed the sun visor and put some soft foam strips between the metal roof and the headliner. Seems fixed. 
Honda Pilot in Maine, United States
Mar 2011 - Jun 2018
Oct 2014

41500 mi

US $100
Chirping from left rear, thought it was a bearing, but the caliper was totally covered in rust, and one brake pad was worn almost to metal, but not the other one 
Jun 2018

74000 mi

US $300
Brakes and rotors 
Honda Pilot in Michigan, United States
Oct 2010 - Nov 2013
Nov 2012

45000 mi
Large chrome trim piece on tailgate rusting around both edges & above license plate. Rust forming where trim came in contact with painted tailgate, trim seemed to be "wearing through" paint. Rust 1st showed up after 1st winter. 
Apr 2013

50700 mi
Tailgate/hatch was rusting YET AGAIN around chrome trim above license plate. Problem is same as Nov. 2012, chrome trim rubbing and wearing through paint and causing very obvious rust at both ends of trim, which then stained tailgate slighty. 
Honda Pilot in Texas, United States
Apr 2011 - Jun 2018
Jun 2011

4000 mi
Freon added 
Honda Pilot in Massachusetts, United States
Aug 2011 - Mar 2015
Jan 2014

23000 mi
The battery stopped taking a charge. Intermittently the car would just be dead. My wife was stranded once and I had to jump start her car. Honda ran some tests on the battery and declared it to be defective 

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