Minor Issues

2024 HONDA PILOT Problems

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2024 Honda Pilot. This model year has 87 NHTSA complaints β€” top issue: Steering Defects.

87
Complaints
1
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Injuries
β€”
Deaths
6
Recalls

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Worst 2024 Honda Pilot Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1
17
complaints

Steering Defects

#2
16
complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB

#3
15
complaints

Uncategorized Issues

Fires:1

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2024 Honda Pilot. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Steering Defects17β€”β€”β€”
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB16β€”β€”β€”
Uncategorized Issues15β€”1β€”
Seat Belt Issues11β€”β€”β€”
Brake System111β€”β€”
Transmission / Drivetrain11β€”β€”β€”
Engine Problems9β€”1β€”
Electrical Faults9β€”β€”β€”
Visibility/Wiper7β€”β€”β€”
Unintended Acceleration5β€”β€”β€”
Lane Departure5β€”β€”β€”
Structural Problems4β€”β€”β€”
Fuel/Propulsion System3β€”1β€”
Airbag Malfunctions31β€”β€”
Suspension Failures3β€”β€”β€”
Fuel System2β€”β€”β€”
Gasoline2β€”β€”β€”
Seat-Related Issues1β€”β€”β€”
Headlight/Taillight Failures1β€”β€”β€”
Tire Issues1β€”β€”β€”
Wheel Issues1β€”β€”β€”
Hydraulic11β€”β€”

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 2024 Honda Pilot. Type a keyword (e.g. β€œtransmission”, β€œstalling”, β€œbrakes”) to filter.

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Showing 87 most recent complaints

Seat Belt IssuesApr 24, 2026

Recently the vehicle has developed an erratic behavior when a passenger on mid-row seat is using the seat belt, seat belt reminder goes on/off every few seconds displaying inaccurate information of when the seat belt is in use. I contacted my local Honda dealer describing the pr…

Seat Belt IssuesMar 27, 2026

Component/System Failure: The right rear passenger seatbelt buckle/sensor appears to be malfunctioning. It intermittently registers as unbuckled even when the seatbelt is securely fastened. The component is available for inspection upon request. Safety Risk: This defect creates …

Seat Belt IssuesMar 27, 2026

I have had ongoing seat belt sensor issues with my vehicle. The middle row alarm would go off even when someone was buckled. Now it Has disabled itself and does not sense if someone is buckled or not. Now I also have two seat in the 3rd row that are intermittent alarms causing y…

Brake SystemMar 17, 2026

My Honda Pilot automatically applied the brakes 2 times while traveling on the interstate at 60 mph when there was no one in front of me and no one even near me. Both times it applied the brakes automatically and suddenly for no reason. It could have caused a bad accident. I was …

Steering DefectsFeb 24, 2026

The vehicle previously experienced a steering wheel locking issue and was taken to the dealer for repair. The dealer stated the issue was repaired on December 11, 2024. On February 24, 2026, while driving on a public street, the vehicle hesitated or jerked slightly during accele…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBFeb 1, 2026

Incident Description: While traveling at 45 mph with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) active, the vehicle experienced a "phantom braking" event triggered by high-contrast shadows on the roadway. The Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) incorrectly identified a shadow as a phys…

Seat Belt IssuesJan 20, 2026

Ongoing Defect History Since taking possession of the vehicle on November 1,2023, all three second-row seatbelt sensors have malfunctioned repeatedly. This issue has been presented for repair on the following dates: β€’December 6, 2024 – Seatbelt sensor malfunction reported and ser…

Engine ProblemsJan 19, 2026

The Honda Dealership diagnosed the Connecting Rod Crankshaft Engine Failure with 67, 995 miles on the vehicle. All oil changes were completed as required and specified by Honda maintenance procedures.

Unintended AccelerationJan 14, 2026

The vehicle is extremely slow to accelerate at low speeds under 20mph. There have been several near accidents due to the lack of acceleration. The recall for the fuel injector was addressed and ECM per manufacture but hasn’t solved the problem. This is dangerous for any accelerat…

Steering DefectsJan 7, 2026

Driving down a 4 lane highway in Alabama, warning lamp came on stating β€œ STOP Steering assist reduced. Stop driving when safe”. Multiple other warnings lights came onβ€”-Brake system, steering system, cruise control, lane departure, stability assist system, hill assist, trailer s…

Seat Belt IssuesJan 4, 2026

In the last few months, two of the rear seats in my 2024 Honda Pilot (one in the second and one in the third) started giving false alerts that someone in unbuckled. At first, it would just occasionally ding, but now, if someone is sitting in those seats (and they ARE buckled in)…

Transmission / DrivetrainDec 29, 2025

My car stalled at a red light due to Auto Idle-Stop failure. It failed to restart, shifted itself to Neutral/Park, and the car was completely unresponsive for a minute. This is a huge safety hazard.

Uncategorized IssuesDec 17, 2025

Driving along then hear an loud explosion to my panorama sunroof Share the glass inside and look like an explosion going up on the temper glass Happening at 1:30 on 12 17, 2025 traveling 95 north near exit 1 02 Pooler Georgia

Transmission / DrivetrainDec 4, 2025

The contact owns a 2024 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, the brakes inadvertently activated after passing a truck on the highway. The contact stated that the vehicle unexpectedly slowed down to 40 MPH. The contact stated that there was no w…

Seat Belt IssuesDec 4, 2025

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Rear passenger seat belt, yes. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Can't use rear passenger seat belt Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer o…

Steering DefectsNov 19, 2025

My Honda is having strange, intermittent issues with a plethora of things. I have taken it to a diagnostic specialist who worked with a phone mechanic and noone can tell me what is going on. My car will fully shut off at stop lights randomly, so I have to turn off the auto-idle…

Uncategorized IssuesπŸ”₯ FireNov 12, 2025

recall has been open since December of that year I have documentation that I took it last year to get this recall fix and your web site is stating that it is incomplete. today 11/12 at 7:30am my engine caught on fire there was a lot of witness at the elementary school waving me d…

Airbag MalfunctionsNov 5, 2025

The middle passenger seat consistently sends signal that seat belt is not fastened when it actually is. This is noticed more when making a left turn. My 2 older kids are 11 and 8 yrs old. When either of them sit on the seat, I always ensure they buckle up. It's alarming to see me…

Seat Belt IssuesNov 5, 2025

The seat belt sensor keeps going off in the middle row - middle seat even though my child is buckled. And its getting worse as my child continues to sit there. So we are no longer able to use that middle seat due to the issue

Visibility/WiperNov 4, 2025

The moon roof cover broke. This causes a glare inside the vehicle that cannot be reduced during the day. We didn't have children in the car at the time it broke, but it snapped back violently.

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Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2024 Honda Pilot.

Recalls for 2024 Honda Pilot

6 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2024 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.

23V735000Feb 11, 2023
STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK

24V859000Invalid Date
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

24V900000Invalid Date
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

25V031000Invalid Date
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

25V391000Dec 6, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

26V054000Invalid Date
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

2024 Honda Pilot β€” FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2024 Honda Pilot reliable?β–Ύ

Minor Issues. The 2024 Honda Pilot has 87 NHTSA owner complaints, 1 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Steering Defects (17 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Honda Pilot?β–Ύ

#1: Steering Defects (17 complaints). #2: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (16 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (15 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2024 Honda Pilot?β–Ύ

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2024 Honda Pilot?β–Ύ

The 2024 Honda Pilot has 1 crash-related complaints and 1 fire reports out of 87 total NHTSA complaints. 2 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2024 Honda Pilot have any recalls?β–Ύ

Yes β€” 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2024 Honda Pilot. The largest issue: STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.

Should I buy a 2024 Honda Pilot?β–Ύ

The 2024 Honda Pilot has a relatively low complaint rate. Pay particular attention to Steering Defects 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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