2026 Honda Pilot Problems, Recalls & Reliability
17 owner complaints sit in the federal file for the 2026 Honda Pilot, alongside 1 recall campaign and 0 defect investigations. It scores 1/100 on the trouble index — too lightly reported for a fair score.
Few reports
Where 2026 sits among all Pilot years
What owners report
Recalls (1)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2026 Pilot and Passport vehicles. The rear subframe bolts may have been tightened improperly.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear subframe bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer…
Questions buyers ask
Is the 2026 Honda Pilot reliable?
The 2026 Honda Pilot drew 17 complaints in federal safety records — too lightly reported for a fair score. Its trouble index is 1/100, scored against the model's worst year (2016).
What are the most common 2026 Honda Pilot problems?
The top reported problems for the 2026 Honda Pilot are other (4 complaints), steering (4), and seat belts (3).
Does the 2026 Honda Pilot have recalls?
1 recall campaign applies to the 2026 Honda Pilot. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer.
Every number on this page is a count of records in the federal complaint, recall, and investigation files published by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. Check any specific vehicle's open recalls by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.