2018 Honda Pilot electrical system problems

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Aug 3, 2026MIElectrical SystemEngine

   If the auto engine shut off is activated the engine shuts off randomly and it does not restart the engine. The battery needs to be unplugged to reset the electrical system. This happens daily.

   NHTSA complaint #11754464 · source
2. Filed Jul 15, 2026TXBrakesElectrical System

   The vehicle will not start occasionally and states brake issue. The brakes becomes rigid and I'm left stranded until it corrected itself. This is a KNOWN issue, and yet they won't do a recall. It seems like a deceptive practice.

   NHTSA complaint #11750571 · source
3. Filed Jun 30, 2026KYElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Honda pilot would not restart after auto ideal engine stop. This issue caused all the warnings lights to come on with blinking engine light! Honda dealer was not able to resolve the issue and ended up paying $1500 even though it was a part of their service bulletin 23-009.

   NHTSA complaint #11747433 · source
4. Filed Apr 16, 2026167,320 miWYTowedElectrical SystemEngineSteering

   The contact owns a 2018 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH on the interstate, the vehicle started shuddering. The vehicle was pulled over safely to the side of the road. The AWD, Hill Descent Assist, power steering, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact checked the manual and continued to drive. While driving days later, there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The contact continued driving approximately 20 MPH.…

   NHTSA complaint #11731608 · source
5. Filed Mar 15, 2026GAElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   Engine failure due to connecting rod bearing manufacturing defect (NHTSA PE25008). Component: engine; available for inspection upon request (replaced; documentation available). WARNING SYMPTOMS: At 94,000 miles during routine maintenance while under warranty, I reported engine knocking to the dealer. The advisor dismissed it as "normal valve noise" and did not document the complaint. Knocking progressively worsened over thousands of miles. FAILURE: At 100,750 miles the…

   NHTSA complaint #11724446 · source
6. Filed Mar 4, 2026102,000 miMITowedElectrical SystemEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

   The contact owns a 2018 Honda Pilot. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle failed to accelerate, and the RPM became elevated. The vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where a partial diagnosis was performed, and it was determined that there was a catastrophic failure in cylinder #3. The dealer informed the contact that the failure was associated with NHTSA Campaign Number:…

   NHTSA complaint #11721976 · source
7. Filed Oct 17, 2025CADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemLighting

   All warning lights triggered on by faulty rear view camera sensor making one unable to discern if there is a true issue with one of the systems

   NHTSA complaint #11694219 · source
8. Filed Jul 31, 2025ORElectrical SystemEngineOther / Unknown

   Auto idle system is faulty. I repeatedly experience a failure when this system is not turned off. It causes my engine to shut off when I step on the gas - or (mostly) it causes my car to almost shut off (the dashboard shuts off and flashes back on when I step on gas at a stop sign or other stops, also when I’m driving and accelerate there is a lag of nothing like the car almost turns off followed by a big jerk or jolt when it turns back on again. I’ve asked Honda dealer in…

   NHTSA complaint #11677539 · source
9. Filed Jun 29, 2025NYElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The car unexpectedly sent out emissions failure systems warning Effecting the ability to accelerate without a pause in a forward movement. I had my mechanic diagnose the warning lights which indicate a connector rod issue. This diagnosis aligns with all of the symptoms. My mechanic warned me the engine could stop at any time. We will have the repair done this month. Honda put out a recall and stop production for this issue in March of 2024 but my car does not show up in the…

   NHTSA complaint #11670115 · source
10. Filed Jun 18, 2025230,000 miFLElectrical System

    Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2018 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 98,423 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was over 230,000.

    NHTSA complaint #11667708 · source
11. Filed Jun 11, 2025TXElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Unfortunately, due to the extended delay in this repair, my vehicle has experienced significant mechanical problems, which I believe are directly related to the faulty fuel pump.Fuel Injector Contamination, Catalytic Converter Stress, Transmission Performance Issues

    NHTSA complaint #11666354 · source
12. Filed Jun 3, 2025OKElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    The "start/stop" function has always been an issue and also the response to acceleration. Luckily the start/stop failed at the mailbox in front of our home. The car shut off just like at a light but instead of picking back up upon acceleration, it completely died. We have had it shutter and slowly pick up in an intersection before but we have learned to really over exert the acceleration to complensate. We have had the fuel pump recalled but i dont think it fixed our…

    NHTSA complaint #11664583 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology