2020 HONDA PILOT Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2020 Honda Pilot. This model year has 448 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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Worst 2020 Honda Pilot Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Honda Pilot. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 198 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 92 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 92 | — | 5 | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 71 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 32 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 31 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 27 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 25 | 4 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 22 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 22 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 16 | 1 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 10 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 4 | 3 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2020 Honda Pilot. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 400 most recent complaints of 448 total. View all on NHTSA ↗
My current 2020 Pilot has presented a failure/ malfunction at the multipurpose camera in the front side resulting on the most important safety advance drivers assistance systems to not to work (Collision Mitigation System, road departure mitigation system, auto high beam, lane ke…
These systems have stopped working due to a faulty LKAS camera that is mounted at the windshield
Paint failure - rear roof panel. Paint chips flaking off. NOT a gradual failure, clear coat in good condition. No skuff marks or damage prior. Large paint chips pealing off exposing bare metal. Paint color : Modern steel metallic
While driving at approximately 55 mph on a clear day, the panoramic sunroof glass spontaneously shattered with a loud explosion. There were no overpasses, construction zones, or other vehicles in the immediate vicinity to suggest an external impact from a rock or debris. The glas…
my rear view camera went out and it is a $2,000 fix. can this please be a recall? i know many others this has happened to as well.
Almost immediately after purchase, the orange BRAKE sign came on and the gas pedal slightly braked for me. The forward collision light stayed on my dash board. The camera behind the windshield mirror seems to be malfunctioning. It will go off whether a car is close to me or not. …
Passenger airbag shows airbag as off very often. There will be a passenger over 65 pounds and still indicates that the airbag is off.
Infotainment center making popping and cracking sounds during every drive. System will completely shut down and not work at all. No access to navigation, phone or infotainment center at all. Audio will completely cut out during music and phone calls.
I will be driving down the road with no other cars in sight and the car will sense something that isn’t there and engage in emergency braking. This is very dangerous when traveling at high speeds.
January 2026 multiple dashboard warning lights stating ACC problem, LKAS problem, Collision Mitigation System problem, Road Departure Mitigation System problem, and Auto High-Beam problem. 3/18/26 took vehicle into local Honda dealership where they ran diagnostics with the result…
February 2026 the air when the AC was on did not seem very cold then about 3 weeks later AC was not putting out any cold air. 3/18/26 took vehicle to local Honda dealership where they ran diagnostics with results showing "black death on the low and high side ports." Dealer recomm…
LKAS, adaptive cruise control, auto high beams, forward collision, auto breaking warning lights all came on and failed. Lots of other Honda pilots of this vintage are experiencing this issue according to Honda forums.
Hi, I have a 2020 Honda Pilot that showed signs of stalling. AutoNation Honda Thornton Road checked (03/07/2026) and reported I need an INJECTOR KIT replaced and SDC GDI -INTAKE THROTTLE BODY FURL INJECTOR SERVICE. All warning lights were on intermittently (on all day then nothi…
The contact's husband owns a 2020 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 55 MPH, the Emissions warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the catalytic converter ne…
While driving, we eill hear a popping noice coming from the dash speakers - almost sounds like fine grains if sand hitting windshield - at which time the media display, i.e. navigation /radio control display/etc. will turn black and briefly display "Network Connection Lost, MOST …
Almost every day since new the vehicle will alarm 'brake' on dash while driving on 2 lane back roads that have some slight curves (these are all around our house). At least once a month the car will automatically apply the brakes while coming around a curve or over a blind hill.…
An internal failure on the front windshield camera assembly part #36160-TG7-A63 had caused the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems to fail. Which in turn has caused the following systems to fail: Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Warning, Forward Col…
CAR WILL RANDOMLY LOSE ALL POWER AS IF THE BATTERY IS DEAD AND THEN FLICKER AND COME BACK ON. NO WARNING LIGHTS OR CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS ARE ON. NOTHING HAS BEEN INSPECTED YET BUT THIS SAME PROBLEM WAS A PREVIOUS RECALL ON THIS MAKE AND MODEL
Currently showing DTC P219B (O2 Sensor Signal Biased/Stuck Lean – Bank 2 Sensor 1) along with P0430 . For prior years thru 2019, Honda has issued Service Bulletins 19-072 and 20-100 covering DTCs P030x, P219A, and P219B, which may involve PCM software updates, a Cylinder A/F Test…
SUV check engine light for the emissions system came on 11/21/2025. The light does not stay on all the time, it goes on and off ever several days. During my state inspection, dealer diagnosed issue to a P0430 code and ran a cylinder AF test. It revealed that cylinders 2, 5 and 6 …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2020 Honda Pilot.
Recalls for 2020 Honda Pilot
9 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2020 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.
2020 Honda Pilot — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2020 Honda Pilot reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2020 Honda Pilot has 448 NHTSA owner complaints, 10 crash-related, and 9 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Electrical Faults (198 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Honda Pilot?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (198 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (92 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (92 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2020 Honda Pilot?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2020 Honda Pilot?▾
The 2020 Honda Pilot has 10 crash-related complaints and 5 fire reports out of 448 total NHTSA complaints. 13 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2020 Honda Pilot have any recalls?▾
Yes — 9 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2020 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 2020 Honda Pilot?▾
The 2020 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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