Owners have reported 6 crashes and 2 injuries to NHTSA for the 2025 Honda Pilot. These are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defect rates.
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STEERING
Owners of the 2025 Honda Pilot frequently report issues with the steering system, with common symptoms including creaking, clicking, and popping noises during low-speed turns, often returning shortly after attempted repairs. Multiple complaints describe power steering failure, sometimes accompanied by a loss of other vehicle systems and warning lights on the dashboard, which can temporarily resolve after restarting the vehicle. These problems are often noted in vehicles with mileage as low as 1,500 to 7,000 miles. Safety implications include difficulty maneuvering the vehicle, especially in situations where steering assist is lost, which could lead to potential loss of control. Buyers should be aware of these recurring issues, as they appear to affect multiple new Honda Pilots and may not be fully resolved by standard dealership interventions.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owners of the 2025 Honda Pilot frequently report issues with the vehicle's electrical systems, particularly involving the Honda Sensing system, which misreads speed limits and can lead to unexpected acceleration displays on the dashboard. Complaints also highlight problems with the infotainment system disconnecting from paired phones at specific locations, and keyless entry and remote start systems failing in hot weather. Several reports mention complete vehicle shutdowns while driving, with some incidents occurring at higher speeds, posing potential safety risks. A crash is associated with failures in the Collision Mitigation Braking System, which did not engage as expected. These issues are reported across various mileage ranges, with some occurring shortly after purchase.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
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FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Owners report frequent issues with the 2025 Honda Pilot's forward collision avoidance system, particularly the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) activating unexpectedly. Complaints commonly describe the vehicle braking harshly without any apparent obstacles, often while driving on highways or in construction zones, and in some cases, at speeds of 30-74 MPH. Several reports indicate this issue occurs even when no other vehicles are nearby, leading to a risk of rear-end collisions. The problem often appears soon after purchase, with some vehicles having as few as 100 miles. One injury has been reported, with symptoms including whiplash and neck pain. Buyers should be aware of potential safety implications, including sudden braking and the risk of collision from behind.
Severity signals: 0 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports
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POWER TRAIN
Owners of the 2025 Honda Pilot frequently report issues with the vehicle's transmission, particularly at low speeds and during gear shifts. Common symptoms include jerking or lurching forward, hesitation, and delayed acceleration, especially when shifting from first to third gear or when coming to a stop. Several complaints mention these issues occurring at low mileage, often with vehicles under 1,000 miles. Safety concerns are noted, with some owners describing near-accidents due to unexpected shifts or delays in power delivery. Potential buyers should be aware of these recurring transmission problems, as they may affect driving comfort and safety.
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Owners of the 2025 Honda Pilot frequently report issues with the vehicle's Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system, which often deactivates unexpectedly, particularly while driving at highway speeds. Symptoms include sudden braking or speed reduction, unexpected disengagement of cruise control, and alerts related to sensor cleaning that do not resolve the issue. These problems typically appear shortly after purchase, with some reports indicating issues starting as early as November 2024. Safety implications are significant, as one complaint describes an unintended acceleration incident leading to a crash in a parking garage. Potential buyers should be aware of these recurring vehicle speed control issues and the lack of permanent solutions reported by owners.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
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ENGINE
Owners report several engine-related issues with the 2025 Honda Pilot. A common problem involves the engine unexpectedly shutting down while driving, with one instance leading to an engine seizure after only 160 miles. Some owners describe difficulty restarting the vehicle and persistent warning lights on the dashboard. Additionally, one complaint notes a discrepancy between advertised and actual fuel efficiency, with lower-than-expected MPG observed after 3,000 miles. Safety implications are evident as sudden engine failure could lead to potential rear-end collisions or loss of control. These issues typically appear in vehicles with low mileage, raising concerns for potential buyers about engine reliability in new models.
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SERVICE BRAKES
Owners report frequent issues with the 2025 Honda Pilot's service brakes, primarily involving uncommanded braking and brake failure. Complaints frequently mention the vehicle braking autonomously, often mistaking situations as potential collisions, particularly around 1,700 miles. This has resulted in near-miss incidents and one complaint of a crash. Another issue involves the brake pedal failing to respond, leading to a crash with no prior warning lights, around 8,000 miles. There is also a recall related to the brake pedal assembly, but parts for the repair are reported as unavailable. These issues pose potential safety risks, including loss of control and crashes.
Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
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VISIBILITY/WIPER
Owners of the 2025 Honda Pilot frequently report issues with windshield cracking and rear visibility components. Complaints often mention repeated windshield cracks originating from the lower driver-side corner, with some occurring spontaneously or from minor debris impacts, suggesting potential structural or material concerns. Additionally, a rear windshield shattering and a rearview mirror detaching are noted, indicating possible component attachment issues. Some owners also experience distortion on the passenger side of the windshield and poor nighttime resolution from the backup camera. These issues typically arise within months of ownership and may pose visibility and safety risks, particularly with the windshield cracks that affect the driver's line of sight.
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FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Owners of the 2025 Honda Pilot report issues primarily related to acceleration and fuel system malfunctions. Multiple complaints describe a severe acceleration failure where the vehicle hesitates or fails to respond promptly to throttle input, particularly during maneuvers such as turning, merging, or accelerating from a stop, creating potential safety hazards. Additionally, some owners experience repeated engine light activations due to an evap canister leak, which leads to reduced engine power and affects vehicle performance. Another issue involves fuel spilling when refueling, as the automatic shutoff on the gas nozzle fails to prevent overflow. These problems are noted in vehicles with mileage as low as approximately 6,328 miles, and owners express significant safety concerns, particularly regarding the acceleration failures.
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Owners report two main issues with the exterior lighting of the 2025 Honda Pilot. First, multiple owners describe frequent failures of the puddle lamp bulbs, with replacements needed as often as three times within the first year of ownership, suggesting potential water intrusion problems. Second, complaints frequently mention a sharp plastic edge on the rear lights, which has resulted in at least one injury due to cuts. These issues appear shortly after purchase, and the sharp edges present a notable safety concern.
Severity signals: 0 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports
