2007 Honda Pilot Engine Problems
- 10
- 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.
What owners report
- failure mileage · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Timing belt/tensioner resulting in loud noises. Already replaced once at 100k now recurring at 148k.
ODI 11290013
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda pilot. The contact stated that the stability assist indicator illuminated and, shortly after, the vehicle started to jerk. Mcconnell honda ([redacted], montgomery, al 36116) was contacted and stated that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 134,174.
ODI 11197238
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda pilot. When the contact depressed the brake pedal, all the warning indicators illuminated and the engine revved as if the accelerator pedal was being depressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (south motors honda, 16165 s dixie hwy, miami, fl 33157 [redacted]), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was…
ODI 11064433
Engine · Steering · Unknown Or Other
Extreme shaking in the steering wheel when i reach driving speeds of 68-70 mph. The entire engine appears to be shaking as well. I've heard that this is a common issue with honda pilots.
ODI 11025429
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Random misfire on all 6 cylinders despite routine maintenance (coil pack replacement and new spark plugs), vehicle stability control light; i have only 112k miles on the car. These are persistent issues on vehicles honda j-series engines, yet my year was not included in the recall and service, parts, and costs associated is not covered by the dealer while other years are. The misfire issues continue to reoccur. I…
ODI 10940336
Air Bags · Engine
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 honda pilot. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failure could not be diagnosed. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
ODI 10883631
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
In 2009 i had a spark plug blow out of the housing and i lost pressure. Tried to change plugs to be able to drive to dealership. Car was towed to honda and top manifold was replaced and i was charged $3500. Since these were the original oem plugs it was not time to change them. Honda was contacted and they offered to pay half. I have had nothing but problems with this car since. Car was maintained regularly and had…
ODI 10694385
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Service Brakes
Vsa,check engine lights came on, looks like same problem 2005 pilots were recalled for. Vehicle brake on its own, complete loss of power, happened 2months a go and again 2/3/15. Had towed to shop to have scanned. Very scary situation. *tr
ODI 10681470
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda pilot. The contact stated that the timing chain became loose due to a leak on the tensioner. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the timing belt tensioner needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 73,000 and the current mileage was 74,000.
ODI 10484698
Engine
Engine side motor mount failed, leaking oil on vehicle frame. *tr
ODI 10475473