2014 Honda Pilot Suspension Problems
6 owner-reported suspension complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (6)
Your daytime running light (DTR) warning light stays on and the lights don't work properly, though they'll function if you connect them to a hot wire—and both taillights stopped working entirely while you were driving. You're also hearing constant popping noises from the front suspension that could be related to ball joints, stabilizer bars, or torsion bars. Additionally, your parking sensor warning stays on the dashboard, and your power door locks now only unlock the driver's side door when you put the car in park instead of unlocking all doors. These issues likely involve electrical wiring repairs for the lighting system, suspension component inspection and replacement for the popping noise, and diagnostic work on the door lock and sensor systems.
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Your rear suspension subframe has developed rust that's severe enough to fail a state safety inspection. The dealer is charging $200 just to inspect the damage, but since this is a safety-critical component, you believe the inspection should be covered under warranty. You're concerned this defect may lead to a future recall.
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The ABS, brake, and traction control lights come on when the slightest bump in the road is hit. I am being told by the Honda dealership technician that the issue is a $2000.00 sensor that must be replaced but however is on back order. I am told that this very sensor controls the steering, traction, and brakes. I am told that the brakes can disengage or not engage at any time.
FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS (LEFT AND RIGHT) WENT AT 60K MILES. SUNROOF NEEDED FULL REPLACEMENT AT 60K (RUST WAS EVIDENT INDICATING SIGNS OF ONGOING LEAK), ENGINE BUSHING NEEDED REPLACED AT 60K MILES. ALIGNMENT NEEDED BECAUSE ENGINE BUSHING AND WHEEL BEARING REPLACEMENT.
THIS CAR HAS A SERIOUS SHAKING ISSUE WHEN BRAKING. THIS IS WELL DOCUMENTED AND HONDA HAS NOT RELEASED ANY RECALLS FOR THIS. THIS CAR HAS A WELL KNOWN ISSUE WITH CONSUMING TOO MUCH OIL. MY CAR CONSUMES WAY TOO MUCH OIL WHICH ALSO CAUSES ISSUES WITH THE VARIABLE CYLINDER MANAGEMENT
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA PILOT. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE TIRES, SEATS, AND REAR OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE TIRES AND PERFORMED AN ALIGNMENT; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5,500.....UPDATED 04/23/15 *BF ..UPDATED 05/07/15 *BF ...UPDATED 06/03/15 *BF..UPDATED 06-16-15 *BF UPDATED 9/20/2017*CN