Federal safety data shows 5 recalls and 828 complaints for the 2019 Honda Pilot, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

828

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

20V4390002020-28-07

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Passport, and 2019-2021 Pilot vehicles. Incorrect instrument panel control module software can cause the instrument panel to not display critical information, such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear selector position until the next ignition cycle. Additionally, it can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.

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20V4400002020-28-07

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pilot, 2019-2020 Odyssey and 2019-2020 Passport vehicles. Incorrect central network software programming may cause several errors to occur that can delay or prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

A delayed or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V4310002023-15-06

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Pilot, and 2019-2023 Passport vehicles. Due to a faulty Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) communication coaxial cable connector, the rearview camera image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

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21V1650002021-11-03

TIRES

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Passport and Pilot vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.

Overcured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation, which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

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19V7840002019-31-10

STRUCTURE:BODY

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Pilot and 2019 Passport vehicles. The front frame left and right side upper members may not have been welded completely to the unibody. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 219, "Windshield Zone Intrusion."

In the event of a crash, incomplete body welding may provide inadequate protection to occupants, increasing the risk of an injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 828 issues reported over 1 model years, engine problems are the most common for the 2019 Honda Pilot. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Engine85

02Electrical System85

03Fuel System, Gasoline70

04Unknown Or Other70

05Fuel/propulsion System60

828 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

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Honda Pilot Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2019 Honda Pilot trims

21–23mpg combined

18-20city

26-27hwy

$1,900-$2,100/yr

The 2019 Honda Pilot delivers 21 to 23 MPG combined across 4 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Pilot FWD - Automatic (S9)

23mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city27 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

Pilot AWD - Automatic (S9)

22mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr4/10 Average

Pilot FWD - Automatic 6-spd

22mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city27 hwy~$2,000/yr4/10 Average

Pilot AWD - Automatic 6-spd

21mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

18 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2019 Honda Pilot TrailSport FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the TrailSport compare to other Honda Pilot trims?

The TrailSport occupies a distinct position in the Honda Pilot range. See how it stacks up on the 2019 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2019 Honda Pilot TrailSport?

Budget for standard TrailSport maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2019 has 5 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Honda Pilot TrailSport?

For the TrailSport, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Honda Pilot buyer's guide.

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