2019 Honda Pilot visibility & wipers problems

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

20 owners have reported visibility & wipers problems with the 2019 Honda Pilot, 2% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 131,000 mi.

Visibility & Wipers complaints
20
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Related recalls
0
Median mileage
131,000 mi

Specific components reported

Visibility & Wipers covers: Windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors and windows.

ComponentComplaints
Visibility/wiper16
Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly3
Visibility1
Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:fan/motor1
Visibility:windshield1

Visibility & Wipers complaints across Honda Pilot years

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Visibility & Wipers complaints by model year. The 2019 is highlighted.

Mileage when the problem appeared

1Under 10k10k–30k30k–60k60k–100k1100k–150k1150k+
Complaints that list mileage, grouped by odometer reading.

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

  1. Filed Aug 25, 2026MDOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers
    This vehicle exhibits an issue with the fold down sun visors on both sides whereby the hinge mechanism is extremely tight. So much to the point that the sun visors will no longer fold up out of the drivers view. Additionally, if the vehicle was to be involved in an accident the front driver and passenger's heads would likely impact the partially lowered sun visor possibly resulting in additional injury. When brought to the attention of the service department at my local…
    NHTSA complaint #11759599 · source
  2. Filed May 1, 2026NYVisibility & Wipers
    The vehicle’s A/C system is experiencing a refrigerant leak due to a known issue with the compressor shaft seal. This issue appears to be associated with the transition to the newer R1234yf refrigerant, after which the shaft seal design was not adequately updated, leading to premature seal failure and refrigerant leakage. This is not an isolated case. Similar A/C compressor shaft seal leaks have been widely reported across multiple Honda models, including the Honda Civic,…
    NHTSA complaint #11735201 · source
  3. Filed Apr 16, 2026160,000 miGAVisibility & Wipers
    The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the sunroof unexpectedly exploded without impact. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an independent auto glass specialist was unable to determine the cause of failure. The contact was informed that the sunroof needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
    NHTSA complaint #11731546 · source
  4. Filed Jul 11, 2025131,000 miTXVisibility & Wipers
    The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that upon coming to a complete stop, the A/C started to blow warm air; however, upon acceleration, the vehicle resumed blowing cold air. The contact stated that over time, the contact stated that the failure initially occurred approximately an hour after driving before the failure became a constant failure after starting the vehicle. The contact called the dealer and made an appointment to repair the vehicle. The…
    NHTSA complaint #11672891 · source
  5. Filed Mar 19, 2025FLElectrical SystemOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers
    Rear camera (74810-TG7-A41) view is distorted, shows green, red, purple among others, unable to determine any images. Back over can easily occur as view is useless.Car currently has 26,101 miles, this first started around 22,000 miles.
    NHTSA complaint #11649340 · source
  6. Filed Oct 15, 2024NCVisibility & Wipers
    The air conditioner system has stopped blowing cold a/c air. Honda service says its an internal failure of the compressor and the entire system needs to be replaced at the cost of $5,500. Without working a/c, the front windshield defogger does not work. This is an issue in the humid southeast. Visibility issues persist every night when attempting to drive. Honda rejected a goodwill claim for repair stating that my car at 44,000 miles is outside their 36,000 mile warranty for…
    NHTSA complaint #11619849 · source
  7. Filed Oct 2, 2024COElectrical SystemVisibility & Wipers
    My 2019 Honda Pilot Touring was included in the Stop Sale/Safety Recall: 2018-2023 Multi-Model MOST Communication Error. In May 2024, Schomp Honda dealership attempted to fix the recall. In September 2024 my Honda Pilot began experiencing audio and display issues. The display would cut out while driving and I would hear static through the speakers. On September 24, 2024 I took a short drive and the backup camera worked when I reversed out of my garage, but 12 mins later when…
    NHTSA complaint #11617703 · source
  8. Filed May 15, 2024TXVisibility & Wipers
    Backup camera started showing rainbow colors making it difficult to use and see objects. It is always happening and not sporadic.
    NHTSA complaint #11588962 · source
  9. Filed Mar 1, 2024AZElectrical SystemVisibility & Wipers
    Backup camera recently began displaying a purple and green screen making the image in the backup view unable to be seen. Vehicle is garage parked or nearly always under covered parking. Taken to a Honda dealership and told camera needs to be replaced.
    NHTSA complaint #11574988 · source
  10. Filed Nov 20, 2023NYVisibility & Wipers
    the moonroof malfunctioned and came off of the track. I could not close or open it. we brought the car into Honda. They also had problems closing the moonroof, and had to manually force it closed. they werent sure if its the track or the cable or motor. They asked me what I did to cause this.. I said all I did was press the button to open it. it opened and made a crunchy noise when I pressed the button again to close it. there were no warnings , symptoms of this problem…
    NHTSA complaint #11556151 · source
  11. Filed Nov 17, 2023CAVisibility & Wipers
    The driver side and passenger side sun visors hinge mechanism does not operate properly. The visors do not fold up completely and are difficult to fold down to block sunlight. This is a known problem with Honda Pilot sun visors. I purchased my 2019 Honda Pilot new.
    NHTSA complaint #11555689 · source
  12. Filed Aug 19, 2023SCElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise ControlVisibility & Wipers
    My rear camera does not work in my car. I received a recall notice regarding this. It was unable to be completed because my Infotainment system is completely non functional at this point. This is an on going issue that I have had with this car almost immediately after purchase. My speedometer also disappears while driving… the screen goes completely black and I have no idea how fast I’m going. It happens numerous times a week at this point.
    NHTSA complaint #11539561 · source

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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