The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 40 of 149 complaints (27%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 175 in 2022 to 149 in 2023.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 149
- Recall campaigns
- 5
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,850–$3,100
- Combined MPG
- 20–22
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | vs. 2023 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,700–2,850 | 2,700–2,950 | 2,850–3,100 | 2,850–3,100 | 2,850–3,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 22–23 | 21–23 | 20–22 | 20–22 | 20–22 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 19–20 / 26–27 | 19–20 / 25–27 | 18–19 / 23–27 | 18–19 / 23–27 | 18–19 / 23–27 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 388–406 | 388–419 | 402–442 | 402–442 | 402–444 | |
| Complaints filed | 454 | 175 | 149 | 118 | 217 | |
| Recalls issued | 10 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 4 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 14 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 11 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 10 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 11 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Honda Pilot have?
5 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Honda Pilot?
Airbags & Restraints: 40 of 149 NHTSA complaints (27%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Honda Pilot get?
EPA rates it 20–22 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Honda Pilot?
EPA estimates $2,850–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 19 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | $2,850 (low) | 402 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 19 mpg (high) | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 415 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 19 mpg (high) | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 422 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 18 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 442 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical | 28 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 40 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 25 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 13 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | 24 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (5)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
- Defect
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
- Consequence
- A brake pedal that shifts out of position can prevent the driver from applying the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are FLX and XLY.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S, 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, and 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S vehicles. A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power.
- Consequence
- An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EL1 and AL0.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
- Defect
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Passport and 2023-2025 Pilot vehicles. The fuel filler neck tube and fuel filler pipe may separate, allowing fuel to leak.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel filler neck tube and pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is OKM.
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Defect
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
- Consequence
- An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK
- Defect
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Pilot vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the gear box assembly may contain a loose ball bearing, which can result in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up.
- Consequence
- A loss of steering control or steering lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is FFX.