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2012 Honda Pilot repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)

Other (3%)

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2012 Honda Pilot electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (6%)

$100 - $499 (28%)

< $100 (67%)

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Chart based on 18 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Honda Pilot 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

78000 mi

US $300
Fuse blew out from changing taillight, ecu needed rest from factory and new fresh 15a 
77000 mi

US $120
Needed new Battery 
137000 mi

US $250
New alternator installed 
27000 mi Battery cell dead - could not jump start 

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2012 Honda Pilot 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

66000 mi Air bag recall 
72000 mi

US $800
replace battery 
83000 mi

US $99
Replaced both front head lamps 
50000 mi metallic clunking and whining from ventilation system motor. dealer was unable to replicate or repair 
30800 mi

US $100
A/C recharge 
48700 mi Proximity sensors, front and rear, triggering false warning. 
56000 mi The electric hatch release for the tailgate was sticking and needed to be replaced. 
7000 mi ticking noise from compressor, replaced 
13700 mi A/c not cold. Dealer found low level of freon. Compressor swapped out in march. Dealer recharged system and added dye to spot leak if any. Third brake light not working, Connector not attached 
35000 mi Power locks on two doors and read lift gate not working 
54000 mi Lease expired. We bought the car & had it pre certified. All it needed was a driver's side mirror sensor adjustment, oil, fluid, & filter changes, new tires, & new wiper blades. We previously put brakes on it about 15,000 miles ago. 
45000 mi

US $400
Non functioning door handle / lock 
46000 mi

US $95
Battery replacement 
77400 mi

US $370
Homelink failure 

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2012 Honda Pilot Electrical Problems

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