2003 Honda Pilot Switch Problems
- 15
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 15 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- ignition switch · 15 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Steering · Switch
Issue with honda pilot's ignition switch not fully engaging the park position. Received recall paper work ordering this issue to be fixed at local honda dealer free of charge. Recall paper work was signed by [xxx] chief recall management division. Local honda dealer, williston honda and chrysler performed the recall service on april 4, 2014. The recall job for a honda pilot was botched. The service mechanic refused…
ODI 10583435
Switch
The ignition switch for the vehicle suddenly wouldn't accept the key. Researching the issue online, http://www.piloteers.org/forums/14-problems/27572-2003-pilot-ignition-switch-problem-solution.html, i found many other references to the exact same problem. Only 160,000 miles on vehicle and in excellent mechanical condition so very unexpected and serious defect. I have two other vehicles with over 250,000 miles and…
ODI 10573617
Switch
In april of this year i brought my 2003 honda pilot in to the dealership for a recall concerning the ignition switch interlock. After that, it was difficult to put my key in the ignition, but if i jiggled it enough it would finally go in . Now my key does not even go in at all. The honda dealership said that i need the ignition switch assembly changed, but that it is not covered by any recall. It seems like this is…
ODI 10547795
Switch
There is a problem with the ignition switch on my 2003 honda pilot. When i try and put my ignition key into the ignition switch, it requires several attempts before it actually goes in to the key slot without resistance. It is as if one is putting the wrong key into the wrong key hole. When it does finally go in, it may take several more attempts for the key to finally turn and start the vehicle. *tr
ODI 10503343
Switch
I was unable to start my car due to faulty ignition switch. I found myself stranded, with 4 young children, and in the cold-unable to even run the heat. The key issue was reported to honda and i was waiting for help from the company due to the known defect in the key/ignition tumblers, as widely reported to me by a locksmith and a dealer. Honda has been unwilling to issue a recall notice regarding this defect. *tr
ODI 10486106
Switch
2003 honda pilot ignition switch problem- the first day i was having problems inserting key into ignition and had to jiggle it around in order to turn it to start the engine. The next day the key would go in but it would take several attempts and at least 10-15 minutes trying to start the ignition. I was getting stuck in store parking lots and at home. Now the key goes in and doesn't turn at all. The steering wheel…
ODI 10470705
Switch
A couple of years ago, we had our mechanic (who worked with a locksmith) rebuild the ignition switch because our keys were failing to turn the switch, making it impossible to start the car. This repair cost us about $400. We also had new keys cut. Now the problem has resurfaced. The keys are not worn, but they are still unable to turn the switch unless they go in "just right" -- which means 15+ minutes of fiddling…
ODI 10628351
Switch
The ignition switch locked up and the car would not start. I was stranded at work for several hours. Honda needs to do something about this issue. We should not have to pay $600 for a repair they are well aware do to a parts defect. Previously the vehicle also had started to roll back on the inclined drive way when i removed the ignition key with the shifter still in drive. *tr
ODI 10468757
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda pilot. The contact stated the engine was turned off and the key released from the ignition switch upon removing, even though the gear was shifted into the drive position. The vehicle began to roll and came to a stop once the brake pedal was depressed. The gear was then shifted into park. There was currently an open investigation associated with nhtsa action number pe12026…
ODI 10479561
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda pilot. While parked with the key removed from the ignition, the vehicle rolled away in reverse independently. The vehicle came to a complete stop when it traveled over a curb on the opposite side of the street. The contact entered the vehicle and noticed that the gear shifter was still in drive. The failure recurred twice on separate occasions. The contact also experienced…
ODI 10481027
Electrical System · Switch
Certified letter (7011 0[redacted] 3438) from attorney representing his client regarding paid repaired work he had done to his 2003 honda pilot and later received recall notices about the problem; he is seeking reimbursement. *smd on december 21, 2012, the key became stuck in the ignition, and could not be removed without the assistance from the dealer. The dealer informed the consumer it would cost $624. 41 to fix…
ODI 10533547
Switch
2003 honda pilot. Consumer writes in regards to defective ignition switch. *smd the consumer stated when her husband returned to the vehicle 30 minutes later, he discovered the vehicle had rolled backwards on an incline in the parking lot, coming to rest against another vehicle, which caused damaged to the front of that vehicle. The consumer stated she was able to remove the key from the ignition, even though the…
Crash reported
ODI 10510089
Latch · Switch · Vehicle Speed Control · Visibility
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda pilot. The contact stated while driving 25 mph the vehicle felt as though it was surging forward. The contact pulled over and put the vehicle into park and the rpm's started to rev-up on its own. The contact has taken the vehicle to a local mechanic for a diagnostic test. Thecontact stated the vehicle has many safety problem and thinks the manufacturer should be responsible for the…
ODI 10317749
Switch
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda pilot. The contact was able to remove the ignition key when the shift lever was not in park. He didn't realize that the vehicle was not in park when he turned the ignition off. The vehicle rolled backwards and crashed into another vehicle. There were minor damages to the vehicle. No one was injured. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that they would replace the ignition…
Crash reported
ODI 10348955
Switch
2003 honda pilot. Consumer states problem with vehicle ignition *tgw the consumer stated he was able to remove the key from the ignition, even though the vehicle was not in park. The dealer found the interlock system had an internal failure. The consumer was informed his vehicle was not on the recall list. *jb
ODI 10355331