2019 HONDA PILOT Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Honda Pilot. This model year has 826 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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Worst 2019 Honda Pilot Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Honda Pilot. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 247 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 214 | — | 2 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 157 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 101 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 98 | 3 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 86 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 78 | — | 1 | — | |
| Gasoline | 75 | — | 1 | — | |
| Lane Departure | 55 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 42 | 2 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 40 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 30 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 18 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 18 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 6 | 3 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Diesel | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Honda Pilot. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 400 most recent complaints of 826 total. View all on NHTSA ↗
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the vehicle. The accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. No warning lights were illu…
While driving on the highway, the vehicle experienced sudden engine failure at highway speeds, putting the safety of our son and others drivers at risk. The engine completely lost power. The diagnosing dealership confirmed failure of a connecting rod and bearings and internal eng…
Airbags deployed without impact
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the sunroof unexpectedly exploded without impact. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an independent auto glass specialist was unable to determine the cause of failure. The contact was in…
An “Emissions System Problem” warning message appeared intermittently on the dashboard while driving. The warning light would sometimes turn off after restarting the vehicle, but the issue persisted in the vehicle’s stored diagnostic system. The vehicle was taken to an authorize…
Car was being drive on the Indiana road and rolled Down window and smelled something burning. Then all of a sudden the transmission fail light came on and the car started to power down and we pulled over. The engine was on fire.
The backup camera suddenly stopped working properly The image and colors are distorted.
I have several lights on my dash after getting a part changed. Road departure mitigation, adaptive cruise control problem, collision mitigation system problem, auto high beam problem.
I own a 2019 Honda Pilot. The transmission failed and was replaced under warranty in October 2023. In March 2026, the same transmission problem occurred again and the vehicle is now not drivable. The dealership diagnosed the issue and estimated the repair cost to exceed 19,000. T…
I am submitting this complaint to report a catastrophic engine failure in my 2019 Honda Pilot Elite that is consistent with the defect described in NHTSA Safety Recall 23V-751, and to request that my vehicle be included in the recall or that the scope of the recall be expanded. …
I leased this vehicle in Oct2019 and then brought this vehicle and till date did 44710 miles and on 2/25 we had multiple warnings on the dashboard regarding lane assist failure, adaptive cruise control, break system failure, forward collision failure and many more warnings, we …
Transmission shudder/stutter during acceleration, most noticeable between 25-45 mph under light to moderate throttle. Issue began at approximately 10,000 miles and has persisted to the current mileage of approximately 65,000 miles. The vehicle has been taken to the Honda dealer o…
Vehicle: 2019 Honda Pilot Issue: Complete dashboard blackout / loss of safety systems Safety Defect: Yes Description of the problem: While driving, the entire dashboard and infotainment system suddenly go black without warning. This includes the speedometer, fuel gauge, warning l…
My car turned the brake light on, the cruise control stopped working, it has the lane departure warning on, the sensor on the windshield apparently is not working.. I can't use the cruise control nor the lane departure assistant and I am concerned that when needed the emergency b…
Noise underwood sounds like valve spring, dealer says high pressure fuel pump. Emissions system problem trouble code on dash. Rough start, vehicle sluggish sometimes, hesitates. Noise gets louder upon acceleration.
The front camera is kicking a code of U3000-49 so now none of my safety features work nor is honda 100% certain on how to fix his issue. I've spoken to Honda and no one can provide a clear answer. I'm not driving my car with my 2 small children because it's the only car I have an…
Front camera sensor (behind rear view mirror) has failed prematurely therefore causing multiple dash lights to come on such as ACC, LKAS, collision mitigation system, Brake system. Confirmed battery is not the issue as it is in great condition.
The Forward facing camera has failed causing the cruise control automatic, breaking land departure, and other various electrical problems due to the malfunction of the camera
We were driving from the [XXX] Area to [XXX] in June 2024. We noticed a "Transmission Too Hot" indicator on our dash while we were driving on [XXX] in [XXX] . It was not a hot day. We pulled over because we did not want to damage our car. We were towed to Ciocca Honda in […
I was driving around 30-35 mph when my car's dashboard lights were flickering on and it then gave me a warning that the collision mitigation system was coming on. The car started braking hard and it swerved me to the left, so much so that I was halfway into the left lane. Thankfu…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Honda Pilot.
Recalls for 2019 Honda Pilot
11 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 Honda Pilot. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2019 Honda Pilot — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2019 Honda Pilot reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2019 Honda Pilot has 826 NHTSA owner complaints, 13 crash-related, and 11 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Electrical Faults (247 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Honda Pilot?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (247 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (214 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (157 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Honda Pilot?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Honda Pilot?▾
The 2019 Honda Pilot has 13 crash-related complaints and 5 fire reports out of 826 total NHTSA complaints. 15 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Honda Pilot have any recalls?▾
Yes — 11 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Honda Pilot. The largest issue: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2019 Honda Pilot?▾
The 2019 Honda Pilot has notable issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Electrical Faults issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Honda Pilot reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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