2018 Honda Pilot: recalls and problems
7 recalls and 440 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.
Most common problems
What owners report
The contact owned a 2018 honda pilot. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine was knocking very loudly, and the vehicle lost driving power. the contact attempted to contact the manufacturer. the vehicle was not repaired.
Auto restart issues. i have reported this before. when coming to a stop and the engine shuts off it does not automatically restart. it has left me sitting at a light having to sit and wait before i am able to turn my car back on. this can be a huge safety issue when in traffic or when a line of cars is behind me or at any time. i have had services done and computer upgrades in the past and the problem continues.
All safety features turned off. i had a professional mechanic shop inspect. since this happens randomly, they cannot provide exact diagnosis. this is a major safety risk! after i picked it up from the mechanic, i drove approximately 200 miles before the next occurance, while on a major interstate. all safety features turned off again. this is such a danger to all, driver & passengers to be on any roadway without safe
High pressure fuel pump fails after implementing recall listed below. see recall information: december 18, 2023 nhtsa campaign number: 23v858000 fuel pump may fail fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. nhtsa id number: 23v858000 manufacturer honda (american honda motor co.) components fuel system, gasoline potential number of units affected: 2490460
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Honda Pilot SUV AWD | ||||
| 2018 Honda Pilot SUV FWD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Pilot. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.