2016 Honda Pilot Electrical System Problems
- 170
- 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 170 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- keyless start · 62 records
- start system · 56 records
- system problem · 52 records
- idle stop · 18 records
- error message · 13 records
- auto idle · 12 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 77 |
| 1–30k mi | 47 |
| 60–100k mi | 20 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Engine stops won't restart multiple warning light flashing giving appearance of computer failure. Second incident. First incident dealer said no problem after checking battery. Second incident in traffic when failure occurred (5/25/17 approx 8 a.m) blocking intersection. Fortunately we were slowing to stop at light. Video of dash available too large to upload.
ODI 10991579
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 honda pilot. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v668000 (electrical system). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (valley honda, 296 lee jackson hwy, staunton, va 24401) to be repaired. While the vehicle was being repaired, it was diagnosed that the instrument cluster failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer…
ODI 11024071
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
I was driving around town running errands. As i pulled out of a parking lot, my display panel showed emissions system problem and the engine light came on. Called dealer and they said it's not a big concern unless engine light was flashing and to bring it in after the weekend (was a friday afternoon). Drove it 30 minutes home at 55-65 mph and noticed no problems. Drove it that distance and speed to take it to the…
ODI 10944437
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
On 3 separate occasions, our 2016 honda pilot elite has completely shut down while we were driving - twice on the highway and once in busy traffic. When this happens, the engine, transmission, power steering, etc. All stop working and the car displays every error you can imagine. I have posted a video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btebmywy-is this is very scary because there is nothing you can do to get the…
ODI 10938773
Electrical System
Less than a month after purchasing the car, the cabin lights stopped working. The fuse was replaced, but it happened again. Then the electric in the rear hatch is faulty. At random, when we open the hatch, it will come back down on its own and then it won't work at all for a period of time. This happens with the key fob and also when using the button in the door. The vehicle is stationary when this happens. We took…
ODI 10940025
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Car is throwing fault codes for transmission, check engine, electrical. The car suddenly goes to "engine limp mode". Hard shifting, shuttering and loss of power. Random occurrences. Has been to dealer 3 times for same issue. Issue occurs from a start or at low speeds 20-35mph while in motion. The hard shifting is causing long term damage to the drive train.
ODI 10935333
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
Two separate incidents in sacramento, ca where we experienced engine failure with our 2016 honda pilate elite. The first incident occurred in may 2016 on a busy city street with our three young children in the car. While in motion, the car essentially shut down with the display screen showing a series of warnings indicating numerous system failures. There was no engine power but luckily i was able to coast the…
ODI 10897682
Electrical System
Rear tailgate opening and closing without control once selecting this option on the door control, rear tailgate button and on key fob. Does not sense when something or someone is under the door upon closure which is a standard safety feature of this automobile. This tailgate fails to open and close opporopriately and has closed on my head and others when operating this tailgate for loading and unloading purposes.
ODI 10948092
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Unknown Or Other
Honda pilot 2016 touring. Vehicle battery drains overnight or in a few hours for no reason. The vehicle would not start and would have to be transported to the dealership or have battery recharged for a long time. After recharge, safety equipment such as sensors, emergency stop, etc. Stop working. Contacted honda and took vehicle to dealership multiple times. One time they replaced the battery and other times did…
ODI 10889137
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 honda pilot. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v668000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
ODI 10855546
Electrical System
I have 2016 honda pilot elite and i noticed that the navigation system gets lost especially when i start the vehicle a start moving. On most occasions it takes about 8 to 10 minutes for it to find itself. I had a 2011 honda pilot and from day one it never got lost. If there is anyway to get the old navigation system installed in the 2016 model please sign me up! Bottom-line, honda needs to come out with a fix…
ODI 10852190
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 honda pilot. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle failed to restart and was coasted to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where diagnosed that the alternator and the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was…
ODI 10850146
Electrical System
Purchased 2016 honda pilot on 2/27/16. Started noticing issues with radio fading in and out (volume). This problem occurs at all times it seems but worse while in motion.took to dealer and they stated wasnt aware of any issues with this problem. As i started my research, i found that this is a huge problem with the 2016 pilot. Filed a complaint with honda and was told to take to dealer as i did but nothing was done…
ODI 10839384
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Fuel/Propulsion System
Coming to a stop at an intersection it has surged 4 times taking me out into the intersection every time, with foot off gas an on break i can not stop it. I recently have been using the emergency break to stop it. It does not happen all the time. I took it to dealer 2x. American honda is looking into it and always ask it wrecked it. Several others had same issue. An software update did not resolve issue. Can our…
ODI 10839083
Electrical System
Safety recall 15v-668 active, it appears car alarm & security system was compromised by another car remote. In sams parking lot i approached my vehicle and opened rear deck and while loading items in car a horn started blowing another suv in left park space lights were flashing but it was my car horn blowing, no lights on, other car owner opened his rear deck and loaded items, my wife got out her key and silenced my…
ODI 10810865
Electrical System
Ever since the day i purchased the car the radio reception has been very bad at all times moving or parked.. This is with am/fm and xm radio. The only way i can listen to music is using my cell phone via bluetooth. I have taken my pilot to the dealer and was told i need to wait for american honda to figure out a fix for this. The service department even checked all 6 pilots on the lot and they all had the same…
ODI 10836513
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
On november 10, 2015, at approximately 5:30pm, my wife and i were traveling on north i-75 in southwest ohio. Besides ourselves, we had our two young grandchildren in the car. The car's computer started displaying a changing series of warnings generally indicating various system failures. The car basically started to shut down. Since we were in the far right lane, my wife was able to coast over to the shoulder. If we…
ODI 10818535
Electrical System · Suspension
Front end creeking/loud pop when taking off and turning. Not continuous. Had it test driven by honda dealership mechanic twice. I was told it was normal... And never check under the vehicle. Also, honda recalled software for navigation panel... But the same issues have arisen again.
ODI 10958470
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 honda pilot. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start. The vehicle had to be towed to a honda dealer where the failure could not be diagnosed. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the failure recurred six days later. When the failure recurred, the transmission failure warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it could not be diagnosed or…
ODI 10794816
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 honda pilot. While driving at 55 mph, the engine shut off and the entire instrument panel illuminated. The contact noticed smoke emitting from the front driver side. After lifting the hood, flames emitted from the passenger side near the engine. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
Fire reported
ODI 10745397