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2017 Honda Pilot Cruise Control Problems

15 owner-reported cruise control complaints from NHTSA data

15
Complaints
2
Crashes
Jan 2019Nov 2025
Date Range

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

Owner Complaints (15)

criticalVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Nov 2023

I was at a stoplight at a busy intersection (car previously running well) & when I went to accelerate as the light turned green, my car leaped/jerked forward & would only accelerate to 5-8 MPH. All of the warning lights on the dash lit up at the same time. I SLOWLY got out of the traffic & onto the side of the road.

NHTSA #: 11554160
criticalVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CrashFiled: Jan 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 honda pilot. While attempting to park, the vehicle accelerated spontaneously, drove over a curb, and crashed into a building. A police report was filed.

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NHTSA #: 11164931
criticalVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CrashFiled: Aug 2018

Tl* the contact owned a 2017 honda pilot. While pulling into a parking space at a very slow speed, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and crashed into a utility pole. The vehicle was destroyed and towed.

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NHTSA #: 11122181
criticalVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Filed: Jan 2018

The adaptive cruise control system is dangerous. The vehicle slams on the brakes when approaching vehicles ahead and the vehicle behind me then has to slam on their brakes. This has happened multiple times.

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NHTSA #: 11063481
criticalVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Filed: Sep 2017

The adaptive cruise control system is defective and dangerous. Slams on the brakes when approaching vehicles inside considered safety zones. Slows vehicle from 75-80mph on the freeway to less than 60mph.

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NHTSA #: 11024708
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Nov 2025

This car loses speed when passing while highway driving. Car decelerates and throws you into neutral throws dash errors of "blind spot" & "transmission problem". I was luck to be able to get over 2 lanes to break down lane without being hit from behind on several occasions.

NHTSA #: 11699078
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
Filed: Aug 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that there was an abnormal smoke odor coming from the vehicle, and the check engine warning light was illuminated.

NHTSA #: 11681345
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Filed: May 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated. The vehicle jerked and then lunged forward.

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NHTSA #: 11520662
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Filed: Jul 2022

Vehicle stutters and shakes violently when accelerating. And there's noise from the transmission.

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NHTSA #: 11472469
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Filed: May 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 honda pilot. While driving in a parking garage, the vehicle accelerated rapidly on its own without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle stopped and resumed normal operation.

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NHTSA #: 11098787
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
Filed: Apr 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 honda pilot. While driving various speeds and attempting to turn the steering wheel in either direction, the vehicle accelerated rapidly on its own without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle stopped and resumed normal operation automatically.

NHTSA #: 11083993
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Filed: Oct 2017

If I set cruise control and go down a hill or incline it does not maintain the cruise control and continuously gains speed up to 10-15 miles over what it is set at. Could go higher, but I notice it and hit the brake which shuts it off. I brought this to the attention of the dealer where I purchased the car and they say this is normal and there is nothing wrong with it.

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NHTSA #: 11040755
lowVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Mar 2024

It is the fuel pump recall I am in need of replacement. I have went to Honda and tried to have them look at it and they gave me a complete run around. My car begins to jerk and when I go to speed up the car doesn’t like to go.

NHTSA #: 11579061
lowVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Filed: Sep 2022

While driving at highway speed and applying the brake the car independently accelerated. Vehicle continued to accelerate while applying greater brake pressure in an attempt to slow down. Vehicle had to be driven onto shoulder to avoid hitting the vehicle in front of it.

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NHTSA #: 11483374
lowVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Oct 2021

Vehicle driver is 4’11. Unable to safely reach gas pedal and brake pedal. There is no adjustments for a driver of this height.

NHTSA #: 11435804

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