2005 Honda Pilot Air Bags Problems
- 108
- 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 108 stored complaint records:
- 20 indicate a crash
- 16 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- takata recall · 15 records
- warning light · 14 records
- issue failure · 12 records
- failure mileage · 9 records
- impact sensor · 9 records
- airbag light · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 27 |
| 150–400k mi | 19 |
| 60–100k mi | 17 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags
The srs light in my 2005 honda pilot is full on red. It started a few weeks before flashing but going off. Then it stayed on for a day and then it went off from a day. Now it's on all the time. I took it to the dealer and it wasn't covered under the extended warranty. It is the opds seat sensor and faulty power supply. This will cost me $989.00 on top of the $81.00 i paid to have the srs light diagnosed. I feel this…
ODI 10559053
Air Bags
No accident and air bag light for passenger was on and off intermittently and then most recently the air bag warning light is permanently on the dashboard. From reading the complaints, it appears that the sensor/ wiring is faulty and i'm going to be stuck with another planned obsolescence bill and my safety is in jeopardy until i am able to pay honda for their part and labor. Now that's an offer one can't refuse. *tr
ODI 10554251
Air Bags
Srs light remained on. Paid $119 t honda to do diagnosis [they won't do it without paying the fee]. Results said that it's a failed left side front sensor. Dealer asking for $285 on top of the fee. Based on the complaints here, honda should be investigated as this might be a potential recall as its a safety issue. My pilot has never been in an accident so no cause for the sensor to be defective other than poor…
ODI 10543318
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda pilot. The contact stated while driving 15 mph, another vehicle crashed into the passenger side door and none of the air bags deployed. The contact also mentioned that the passenger had a concussion, and his child's elbow and knee were injured. The vehicle was destroyed and it was towed. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 128,000.
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10550882
Air Bags
Air bag indicator light came on after starting vehicle and stayed on while driving. Light stayed on consistently for up to 2 weeks. After 2 weeks, light illumination was intermittent. Took the vehicle to the dealer and dealer diagnosed that the right front air bag sensor was bad and needed to be replaced at a cost of $345. Dealer indicated this was not covered under warranty for the life of the vehicle. Noticed…
ODI 10526349
Air Bags
Air bag warning light illuminated when car was started. Brought it to the dealership and they told me both front impact sensors were no longer functioning. *tr
ODI 10562969
Air Bags · Electrical System
This incident has happened on a few occasions with me driving the vehicle and additionally with my wife driving (she drives it the most). I started the vehicle, placed it in gear and started to drive it up the street. As i approached a traffic light, i glanced at the speedometer, and noticed the maintenance required and srs light on. This puzzled me because we never experienced any issues with the vehicle other than…
ODI 10552969
Air Bags
My air bag light was on and i was not able to get an inspection sticker. I brought it to the honda dealer in seekonk, ma to find out what was wrong and they said it was a sensor that needed to be replaced and cost $450.00. I would think since this is a safety issue there was some recall ? They told me if i was hit on the left side of my car the airbag would not work. Not to mention i have already had to replace the…
ODI 10510032
Air Bags
Right front airbag impact sensor failure. Just replaced the left front about 6 weeks prior. Planned obsolescence by honda, i guess. *tr
ODI 10507163
Air Bags · Seat Belts
The airbag/seatbelt light came on while pulling out of a parking space. The vehicle has never been in any accidents. Many honda pilot owners are having the same problem. Honda says they are not responsible if the airbag does not deploy in an accident. This a known issue honda should do a recall. *tr
ODI 10504146
Air Bags
The srs light is on. I know there was a recall on this for earlier model pilot. I was wondering if this is possibly the same recall as well. *tr
ODI 10504307
Air Bags
DRIVERS FRONT AIRBAG IMPACT SENSOR FAILURE. *TR
ODI 10503281
Air Bags
I am the original owner of a 2005 honda pilot exl. The srs light came on while driving the vehicle and did not go off. There has been no impact to the vehicle. Upon inspection, the honda dealership stated that the passenger front impact sensor failed. The sensor must be replaced at a cost of $305. If not replaced, the airbag would not be deployed in an accident. There have been similar incidents reported by other…
ODI 10482655
Air Bags · Electrical System
Airbag light came on intermittently. After i took it in for the recall, the dealer said the sensor was bad and needed to be replaced for $200. I had that done and the second day following, it was on again. It intermittently lit for about 3 months. Now it is almost always on. I see similar issues listed. God forbid they don't work when i need them. Not thrilled with the pilot. Transmission light also intermittently…
ODI 10785341
Air Bags
The pressure switch in the passenger front seat is broken...it goes on and off for no reason, with light coming on at the dashboard. We have had the airbag checked 3 times, twice by our mechanic, once by the dealer, and they say it's fine. The pressure switch is mal-functioning. We were told it would be $300-$400 to take apart the seat and replace the switch...cannot afford it. *tr
ODI 10663651
Air Bags · Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control
While driving, airbag, (!), vsa, vtc and brake lights all lit up. Horn stopped working as did all controls from steering wheel (cruise, radio airbag light). I pulled over, everything seemed to work but lights would not turn off. Went to honda in ft pierce, fl. Was told it's probably a low battery. Replaced battery, lights all stayed on. Contacted johnston honda in stuart, fl. Head mechanic told me he had no idea…
ODI 10492978
Air Bags
Srs indicator light will not go out. Reset mes - and cleared memory. Srs light still active. Mechanic found problem with front airbag sensor. Luckily no incident at this time, but can't find warranty coverage data?! Or recall despite numerous complaints like this! *tr
ODI 10476714
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda pilot. The contact was driving approximately 60 mph when another vehicle crashed into the contact's rear, pushing the vehicle forward. The contact's vehicle rolled down an embankment and landed on the driver's side. The air bags failed to deploy. The vehicle was destroyed and the contact suffered multiple fractures of the lumbar spine. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10574576
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda pilot. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph on wet pavement, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a embankment. The contact sustained injuries to the neck, shoulder and thumb which required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The insurance adjustor determined that the impact of the air bag caused the…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10640592
Air Bags
Airbag front impact sensors failed on 2005 honda pilot ex. There was a recall for this same issue on the 2005 honda odyssey. There should be a recall for this issue. How does a front airbag sensor go bad. This should have been handled by honda. A recall should be issued for this reason. I know several people with different model hondas that are having the same issue and are being charged hundreds of dollars. There…
ODI 10454578
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda pilot. The contact stated that while driving 75 mph, the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The driver side front air bag did not deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the back, neck and right ankle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer but was not repaired. The vin was not available. The failure and the current mileage was 150,000.
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10445845
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda pilot. While driving approximately 50 mph, the air bag warning indicator illuminated continuously. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 32,731.
ODI 10662751
Air Bags
On or about october of 2011 i was driving my 2005 honda pilot when another vehicle cut in front of me and a collision occurred (t-bone). To by disbelief the airbag did not deploy. A few weeks later i asked an employee of a honda dealership about the airbag not deploying and he indicated to me that inside of the front bumper there is a gold ball and before the airbag can deploy it must have a direct center hit with…
ODI 10649526
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda pilot. The contact stated while driving 48 mph the vehicle crashed into another vehicle head on and went into an embankment. None of the air bags deployed. The vehicle was destroyed as a result of the crash. The contact suffered injuries to the head, neck and shoulder. The front passenger also suffered injuries to the shoulder, neck, mouth, and face. The rear passenger suffered…
Crash reported · 3 injuries
ODI 10412124
Air Bags · Electrical System
Srs warning light goes on and stays on for days, then goes off and seems ok for a while. Sometimes it comes on briefly and goes off. Lately it has come on again and has not gone off for a couple of weeks straight. There has been no accident or airbag deployment in this vehicle. *tr
ODI 10424682