1. Honda Pilot
  2. Problems
  3. 2008
  4. Steering

2008 Honda Pilot Steering Problems

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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.

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
1–30k mi3
60–100k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • June 16, 2012 · 65,800 miles

    Steering · Suspension · Tires

    The steering shake was reported to the dealer directly after sale. The dealer told me they didn't notice anything wrong and i should not be going over 65 as that is the speed limit.they finally force balanced the tires and adjusted the alignment, 50% better. When they said they were through and it might be a flat spot on a tire i reported this to honda motor cars of america case # [xxx]. I had a separate dealer…

    ODI 10469672

  • February 23, 2009 · 16,000 miles

    Steering

    Driving at slow speed in parking lot, while making a turn to the right with steering wheel close to full right turn lock. Keys on key ring caught within recess in the back of the steering wheel (recess is exposed to keys because of right turn), and lodged against casing that contains the key assembly, with the result of the steering wheel completely locking in the right turned position while moving, causing complete…

    ODI 10259731

  • October 6, 2008 · 12,000 miles

    Steering

    Wheel vibrations at 68-70 mph. It's better at 73-76mph and comes back at 80mph and up. This happens from the date i purchased the car (october 6th 2008). Tried to fix it with dealers (balancing, aligning) but did not help. *tr

    ODI 10314663

  • April 1, 2008 · 300 miles

    Steering

    Purchased a brand new 2008 pilot exl in feb. 2008 with about 3 odometer miles. About two months later a faint popping noise could be hear from the front driver's side. After several trips (more than 3) to the dealer they could not pinpoint location of noise and car would not consistently make sound. In dec. 2008 it was determined that the popping sound was coming from the steering column. The dealer ordered and…

    ODI 10260988