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2017 Honda Pilot Body & Structure Problems

15 owner-reported body & structure complaints from NHTSA data

15
Complaints
1
Recalls
1
Crashes
1
Fires
Jan 2021Dec 2017
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Body & Structure Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #21V932000

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Passport, 2016-2019 Pilot, and 2017-2020 Ridgeline vehicles. The hood latch striker may become damaged and separate from the hood, which can result in the hood opening while driving.

Fix: Dealers will either repair the hood latch striker, or replace the hood if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PBV.

Owner Complaints (15)

criticalSTRUCTURE,ENGINE
FireFiled: Jan 2024

The vehicle was driven by my [XXX] daughter and at @ 6 pm on [XXX] the engine was making a noise and that the car was starting to slow down and stall,so she called me. She pulled over and shut the car off and then all the dashboard lights started to blink really fast. The car started to smoke from the engine, she got out and called 911.

NHTSA #: 11565949
criticalSTRUCTURE
CrashFiled: Jul 2019

My car behind accident .278 west highway.

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NHTSA #: 11233616
criticalSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jan 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 honda pilot. While the vehicle was stationary, the contact noticed mold in the rear seats and in the folds of the doors. Honda of kirkland dealer located at 12420 ne 85th st, kirkland, wa 98033 diagnosed that water entered into the vehicle through a sealant gap of the firewall behind the dashboard.

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NHTSA #: 11064885
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Sep 2025

Rear subframe damaged with no reason. Vehicle has been garaged and in moderate climate since it was purchased. Confirmed by dealer and insurance adjustor.

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NHTSA #: 11685701
mediumSTRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Filed: Sep 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Pilot. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH, the hood started vibrating violently. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic.

NHTSA #: 11544176
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jan 2023

My car's hood continues to shake. It has been tightened by the dealer, Don Moore Honda in Owensboro, KY. I have taken it there three times because it continues to loosen.

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NHTSA #: 11503366
mediumSTRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Filed: Oct 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the hood was shaking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V932000 (Structure, Latches/Locks/Linkages).

NHTSA #: 11491679
mediumSTRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Filed: Sep 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the hood would flutter and shake. The contact called the dealer and was informed that his VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V932000 (Structure, Latches/Locks/Linkages).

NHTSA #: 11484306
mediumSTRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Filed: Feb 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Pilot. The vehicle had previously been serviced by the dealer under NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V464000 (Structure, Latches/Locks/Linkages). The contact stated that the failure recurred with the hood vibrating after the recall was repaired.

NHTSA #: 11454486
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Mar 2018

At highway speeds, when passing any oncoming large vehicle, the hood flexes, shudders & moves violently up & down as if it is only held by the secondary latch. When parked, there is no perceptible play or looseness at the latch or hinge area. The dealerships have been no help in resolving this problem.

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NHTSA #: 11075961
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Dec 2017

When driving at highway speeds & a truck or large vehicle passes me in the oncoming lane, my hood vibrates & lifts as if it is being blown open. It's nerve racking & distracting since the car is otherwise quiet & tight. I'm afraid that one of these times the hood will actually fly open.

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NHTSA #: 11056013
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jun 2021

Hood flutters at highway speeds and appears that it will open and break windshield, looks as though hood is not latched causing stoppage or pull over for inspection of which the hood is latched

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NHTSA #: 11422584
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jan 2021

Pearl white paint peeling off top panel of lift gate.

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NHTSA #: 11386932
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jan 2021

The design flaw causes the hood to move excessive during windy days. It's much more noticeable during highway speeds. The hood flexes and moves up and down as you drive in windy days.

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NHTSA #: 11386014
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Nov 2017

Rear windshield spontaneously imploded upon closing rear door of vehicle. Stationary. No extreme temperatures (santa cruz ca) , no extreme conditions.

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NHTSA #: 11045052

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