2025 Honda Pilot VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2025 Honda Pilot has good reliability. There are 4 recalls and 111 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Honda Pilot. Severity signals include 6 crash-related complaints. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Steering (21), Electrical System (17), Forward Collision Avoidance (12).
Pilot reliability snapshot
Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.
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Most-reported 2025 Honda Pilot issues
Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.
- Steering21
- Electrical System17
- Forward Collision Avoidance12
- Power Train11
- Vehicle Speed Control8
- Unknown Or Other8
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2025 Honda Pilot
Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.
- Test steering for creaking or clicking noises during low-speed turns
- Check for unexpected braking by the Collision Mitigation Braking System
- Verify transmission shifts smoothly without hesitation or lurching
- Inspect windshield for cracks, especially at lower driver-side corner
- Ensure all safety features and warning lights function correctly
- Check for any active recalls and confirm repairs are completed
- Test acceleration response from a stop and during merging
2025 Pilot recalls (4)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2025 Pilot. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICNHTSA 25V391000Jun 12, 2025
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.
- SEAT BELTSNHTSA 25V056000Feb 5, 2025
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The third-row passenger seat belt assembly may not function, due to incorrect routing that traps the seat belt behind the passenger side panel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: A non-functioning seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt routing as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is ZL4.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 25V031000Jan 23, 2025
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, GASOLINENHTSA 24V900000Nov 27, 2024
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.
Used-market value
2025 Honda Pilot resale snapshot
Listing benchmarks establish a market range; trim, mileage, condition, title history and prior damage determine what one vehicle is worth.
2025 Honda Pilot on the road
124,209 2025 Honda Pilot units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
How the 2025 Honda Pilot stacks up against rivals
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Reliability verdict for the 2025 Honda Pilot
With a 78/100 score versus an 82/100 segment average, the 2025 Honda Pilot lands slightly below the class norm. That points to reliability that’s generally solid but not a standout, with a higher-than-average chance of owner-reported problems compared with direct peers.
Complaints are not confined to a single weak spot. Steering and the electrical system lead the mix, with notable representation from forward collision avoidance and the powertrain as well. That spread suggests multiple systems contribute to the overall risk profile rather than one dominant failure area. Recall activity is elevated, reinforcing that this model year has had more factory-corrected items than a low-recall vehicle.
Overall, the data supports a moderate buyer risk level.
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2025 Honda Pilot — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2025 Honda Pilot reliable?
With a 78/100 score versus an 82/100 segment average, the 2025 Honda Pilot lands slightly below the class norm. That points to reliability that’s generally solid but not a standout, with a higher-than-average chance of owner-reported problems compared with direct peers.
How many recalls does the 2025 Honda Pilot have?
4 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2025 Honda Pilot. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2025 Honda Pilot problems?
The most-reported 2025 Honda Pilot problem areas are: Steering (21), Electrical System (17), Forward Collision Avoidance (12).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2025 Honda Pilot?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2025 Honda Pilot, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.