2004 Honda Pilot Automatic Transmission Problems
- 44
- 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 44 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- torque converter · 10 records
- automatic transmission · 9 records
- needed replaced · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 20 |
| 100–150k mi | 13 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
I am an owner of a 2004 honda pilot (purchased new and meticulously maintained) with 89,000 miles and have been experiencing an automatic transmission/torque converter shudder/vibration that occurs between 30-50 mph. The vibration began occurring at about 75,000 miles. At speeds of 30-50mph the vibration occurs under light acceleration and continues until i either push down harder on the gas pedal or let off it…
ODI 10414711
Automatic Transmission
Flashing d indicator in 2004 honda pilot - automatic transmission model has about 92,000 miles and during driving demonstrated a flashing "d" drive indicator on the dashboard. Took to dealer and they advised pressure sensor on 4th gear needed to be replaced. Appears numerous similar complaints exist on the internet for 2003 and 2004 honda pilot vehicles. *tr
ODI 10319257
Automatic Transmission
I was driving home from work yesterday when the d (drive) light started blinking. I drove less than a half mile down the road to pick up my children at school, i put the car in p (park) and the d light kept blinking. I turned the car off and went into the school to pick up my children, when i came back out and turned the car back on, the d light was no longer blinking. I spoke to a mechanic this morning and it is…
ODI 10299590
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda pilot. The contact stated that a burning odor was coming from the transmission. The vehicle would also shake excessively while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was then taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was advised to have the torque converter replaced. The manufacturer was…
Fire reported
ODI 10409118
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda pilot. The contact stated that the automatic transmission was slipping and not changing gears correctly; she noticed that it would accelerate the way it should have. There was a noise when accelerating which progressively became worse. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the mechanic informed the contact that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been…
ODI 10361345
Automatic Transmission
My transmission makes a shutter/vibrating noise when accelerating at 25-50 mph. *tr
ODI 10369728
Automatic Transmission
2004 honda pilot v-6 automatic transmission premature failure causing vehicle to come out of gear when accelerating, transmission to slip when climbing hills or attempting to pass and also causing the transmission to lock up when traveling at road speed. This problem was addressed in recall on october 29, 2004 but only included a limited vin range. Vehicles were manufactured after the vin range with the same…
ODI 10281606
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda pilot. The contact stated that the vehicle made a clunking sound and was towed to the dealer. The dealer examined the vehicle and stated that the transmission locked up. Through online research, the contact discovered a recall; however, her vin was excluded. She stated that this was a safety hazard and the vehicle should be included in the recall. The nhtsa campaign id number was…
ODI 10279730
Automatic Transmission
Transmission and torque converter causing serious shudder and possible lock-up. *tr
ODI 10357686
Automatic Transmission
My 2004 honda pilot requires a new transmission at ~60,000 miles with repair fee of $4,000. I found this recall information. I did not receive this recall information in the past. I believe the manufacturer should assume full responsibility for the repair. I am reading that the transmission could have locked up. This is alarming and i am concerned for the safety of many other families (including my friends) who…
ODI 10268462
Automatic Transmission
I own a 2004 honda pilot and i have been complaining to the honda dealership for almost 2 years about a 'shudder' that occurs between 30-50 mph. It sounds and feels like you are driving over a washboard in the road and it will continue until you push down or let off of the accelerator. The honda service department said that they were able to reproduce it, but nothing showed up on the computer tests. They also said…
ODI 10357156
Automatic Transmission
Torque converter shudder /vibration between 35 and 40 mph. I have taken my 2004 honda pilot to the service department for over 18 month now trying to get someone to hear or experience what i was with my vehicle. Finally when the vibration was so bad it could be heard and felt. It was finally heard/felt by the service manager at local honda dealer. When i was told what the problem was and that it would cost $2500 to…
ODI 10372441
Automatic Transmission
2004 honda pilot that makes a "washboard" sound between 30 - 45 mph. Dealership failed to diagnose problem as torque converter which has now damaged the transmission. Problem started in late 2008 when vehicle was only 4 years old. I am aware of numerous problems with this transmission in hondas and acuras. Honda is not making the situation right and leaving the consumer with a substantial expense for something that…
ODI 10355175
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda pilot. While driving 45 mph, the vehicle began shaking and making noise. The dealer test drove the vehicle and stated that the transmission was the cause of the failure. The dealer also stated that they would partially repair the failure. The contact stated that he does not have the other half available to pay. The failure mileage was 97,000. Updated 01/07/09. *lj updated 01/08/09.*jb
ODI 10248733
Automatic Transmission
While driving on the hwy, [redacted] on honda, pilot 2004, automatically engaged. When i tried to slow down and pull over, the car jerked and started to knock. I had to speed up again to 60 mph and the sound went away. I pushed the [redacted] button on the dashboard and no help. I finally slowly slowed down the car. The [redacted] (vt-4) light went off, but the automatic transmission light is still on. *nm
ODI 10183497
Automatic Transmission
Consumer received a recall notice(04v176000) for replacement of the transmission. No parts available!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! *jb
ODI 10094225
Automatic Transmission
While driving transmission down shifted and jerked uncontrollably on its own. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Tmechanic determined that transmission needed to be replaced. *ak
ODI 10084029
Automatic Transmission
Recall 04v176000 concerning automatic transmission. No parts were available. Jeff wyler honda [redacted]. Dealership had not resolve the problem. *ak
ODI 10089988
Automatic Transmission
A brand new (2 weeks) pilot with less than 500 miles. I am now hearing a clunking/thumping noise when i shift the gear from d->n and then in to r. This noise is not heard when shifting just from n->r. Looks like this noise is coming from under the hood. I didn't expect this kind of problem so soon in a brand new vehicle.
ODI 10067991