Honda Pilot Suspension Problems
Owners have filed 295 complaints with NHTSA about suspension problems on the Honda Pilot across 23 model years. The 2005 model year has the most (38). The words owners use most often: “compliance bushings” (11% of reports).
- 295suspension complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 9mention a crash
- 3mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- $1,200typical repair cost reported by owners
- 39%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Compliance bushings: mentioned in 33 of 295 complaints (11%)
- Rear suspension: mentioned in 25 of 295 complaints (8%)
- Control arm: mentioned in 19 of 295 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical suspension repair on the Honda Pilot at $1,200, and half of them between $1,050 and $1,550.
Based on 15 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2013–2026), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do suspension problems happen?
Based on 185 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 295 complaints, 9 mention a crash, 3 an injury.
Honda Pilot suspension complaints by model year
| Model year | Suspension complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Pilot | 2 | 9% | — |
| 2025 Pilot | 2 | 1% | — |
| 2024 Pilot | 3 | 3% | 35,000 |
| 2022 Pilot | 6 | 4% | 56,500 |
| 2021 Pilot | 6 | 1% | 9,800 |
| 2020 Pilot | 3 | 1% | 8,000 |
| 2019 Pilot | 6 | 1% | 71,700 |
| 2018 Pilot | 4 | 1% | — |
| 2017 Pilot | 8 | 1% | 21,768 |
| 2016 Pilot | 14 | 1% | 16,750 |
| 2015 Pilot | 7 | 6% | 67,000 |
| 2014 Pilot | 7 | 6% | 21,000 |
| 2013 Pilot | 13 | 5% | 9,370 |
| 2012 Pilot | 14 | 8% | 75,000 |
| 2011 Pilot | 34 | 12% | 45,487 |
| 2010 Pilot | 17 | 15% | 58,834 |
| 2009 Pilot | 19 | 14% | 70,856 |
| 2008 Pilot | 8 | 6% | 117,548 |
| 2007 Pilot | 7 | 3% | 350 |
| 2006 Pilot | 18 | 7% | 165,000 |
| 2005 Pilot | 38 | 6% | 99,000 |
| 2004 Pilot | 27 | 5% | 142,500 |
| 2003 Pilot | 32 | 4% | 140,572 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Structure:frame and members; suspension:rear
Model years: 2026
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.
Suspension:rear; structure:frame and members
Model years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
Problem: American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles that were sold in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. The rear subframe may corrode at the suspension mounting points, which can result in rear suspension component failure.
Risk: Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear subframe and install a rear subframe reinforcement kit and, as necessary, repair or replace the rear subframe components, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in the fall of 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are AOU and AOT. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 10, 2026.
Suspension
Model years: 2011
Problem: Honda is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 honda accord v6 and model year 2011 honda pilot vehicles. The bolts that attach the lower left and right front damper bracket to the front suspension and the spindle nuts on the pilot may not have been properly tightened which may result in loss of steering. The spindle nuts for the axle on the accord v6 may not have been tightened properly which may result in excessive noise and/or loss of steering.
Risk: Loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealer will inspect and replace any loose front damper bracket bolts or spindle nuts on the pilot if necessary. Dealer will inspect and replace the spindle nuts on the accord v6 if necessary. The safety recall began december 23, 2010. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2016 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V365000 (Structure, Suspension); however, the front subframe had a hole caused by corrosion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5-10 MPH, the front end of the vehicle made clunking…
Vehicle: 2021 Honda Pilot NHTSA Recall: 26V-365 Honda Recall: AOU Recall Status: Incomplete/Unrepaire I am submitting this complaint regarding a serious motor vehicle accident involving my 2021 Honda Pilot. At the time of the accident, my vehicle had an open and unrepaired safety recall, NHTSA…
The car has spent its entire life in southern Arizona; no road salt and minimal moisture. Both front struts were required to be replaced - the front right strut had rusted and broken from its mount and the the front left strut was rusted in place.
In order to complete the safety recall on the rear subframe, the control arms, which are seized to the frame, need to be removed. Honda will cover the cost of these parts but not the labor associated with replacing them. The labor was quoted as $900. Iâm unable to see the specific components…
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Pilot. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V365000 (STRUCTURE, SUSPENSION) and 24V064000(AIR BAGS); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Honda Pilots have suspension problems?
No. NHTSA has 295 owner complaints about suspension for the Honda Pilot. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Honda Pilot suspension?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list suspension. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix suspension problems on the Honda Pilot?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,200 (half paid between $1,050 and $1,550), from 15 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about suspension problems on the Honda Pilot?
The most frequent phrase is “compliance bushings”, in 33 of 295 complaints, followed by “rear suspension” (25).
Other Honda Pilot problems
- Engine problems (2,344)
- Electrical System problems (2,055)
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- Air Bags problems (733)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (631)
- Service Brakes problems (533)
- Forward Collision Avoidance problems (511)
- Structure problems (417)
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