2026 Honda Pilot Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Pilot years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 24th of 24 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Honda Pilot. That ranks 24th out of 24 Pilot model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (12 complaints, 52%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 23owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2026 Honda Pilot problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 12 | 52% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | 26% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 17% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2026 Honda Pilot recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure:frame and members; suspension:rear
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2026 Pilot and Passport vehicles. The rear subframe bolts may have been tightened improperly.
Risk: Loose rear subframe bolts can lead to a loss of vehicle stability or rear subframe detachment, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear subframe bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is OOY. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 10, 2026.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Steering wheel is stiff and constantly clicking when I turn the wheel. My dealership said there have been several complaints but no recall and they could not do anything to fix the issue at this time. I am concerned that it could be a safety issue if it is not addressed. This has been an issue…
Steering wheel makes a clicking noise. the internal steering rack or the cable reel (clock spring) behind the wheel.
Steering wheel started making a clicking noise after a couple hundred miles. Dealer replaced clock spring and wrapped in felt tape. I could hear the felt tape a few days later when turning the wheel, and the clicking returned within a few hundred miles, returned to dealer again and they replaced…
When turning steering there is a clicking noise almost like a spring clicking on a gear. It is sound like it is coming from under the middle part where the airbag sits. Not sure if it is the airbag mechanism that it is the attached to the steering or a faulty clock spring.
We believe there is a serious safety issue with our 2026 Honda Pilot with its delayed acceleration. There is a distinct delay between pushing the gas pedal and the engine engaging/moving the car forward (approximately 2 seconds). This has nothing to do with the Auto Idle Stop function. I've…
Other Honda Pilot years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 23 | 1 |
| 2025 Pilot | 210 | 4 |
| 2024 Pilot | 116 | 6 |
| 2023 Pilot | 146 | 5 |
| 2022 Pilot | 165 | 5 |
| 2021 Pilot | 444 | 10 |
| 2020 Pilot | 492 | 11 |
| 2019 Pilot | 913 | 13 |
| 2018 Pilot | 440 | 7 |
| 2017 Pilot | 934 | 4 |
| 2016 Pilot | 1,714 | 8 |
| 2015 Pilot | 109 | 4 |
| 2014 Pilot | 116 | 3 |
| 2013 Pilot | 271 | 6 |
| 2012 Pilot | 171 | 9 |
| 2011 Pilot | 293 | 11 |
| 2010 Pilot | 111 | 10 |
| 2009 Pilot | 134 | 9 |
| 2008 Pilot | 133 | 7 |
| 2007 Pilot | 211 | 7 |
| 2006 Pilot | 268 | 8 |
| 2005 Pilot | 679 | 13 |
| 2004 Pilot | 544 | 12 |
| 2003 Pilot | 720 | 13 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Honda Pilot?
Owners most often report steering, unknown or other, seat belts problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 12 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2026 Honda Pilot?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2026 Honda Pilot a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Pilot model years, the 2026 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.