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2024 Honda Pilot Problems: 2 Known Issues

2024 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated September 2026

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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2024 Honda Pilot has 2 documented known issues, with 2 rated critical. The most serious are Unsecured Driver's Seat From Untightened Cushion Frame — Pilot Recall 24V859 (2023-2024) and Engine Stall and Power Loss from Mis-Programmed Fuel Injection ECU ($0-$0 repair). DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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On the 2023-2024 Honda Pilot, a limited number of 2023 and 2024 Honda Pilots are covered by recall 24V859000 because the driver's seat cushion frame may not have been properly tightened. An improperly tightened cushion frame can leave the driver's seat unsecured to the vehicle. Honda filed this as a noncompliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 207, "Seating Systems." For a three-row family vehicle this is worth taking seriously for the reason NHTSA gives: an unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing injury risk. The 121-vehicle figure attached to this campaign is the total for every Honda and Acura model in it combined, not a Pilot-specific count.

Common Symptoms

  • Driver's seat is not firmly secured to the floor
  • Seat shifts or rocks in normal driving

How to Fix

Take the Pilot to a Honda dealer, who will replace the driver's seat cushion frame free of charge. Notification letters were mailed January 6, 2025. Since this recall spans two model years and a very small build population, the reliable way to know whether yours is affected is to enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — a Pilot built days apart from an affected one may not be included. Questions about scheduling or parts availability go to Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

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On the 2023-2025 Honda Pilot 3.5L V6 (J35Y8), fourth-generation Pilots built on the 2023 redesign store P061B when the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) mis-handles a fast throttle transient. Supplier Denso reported to Honda that the settings for the correction control logic of the air flow rate and fuel injection volume were improper, which can cause a torque control failure to be detected. When the driver makes a sudden, large change in throttle opening — a hard tip-in from a roll, a quick lift-and-reapply while merging, or a sharp stab of throttle from low rpm — the torque the FI-ECU calculates diverges far enough from the torque it commanded that the module's internal plausibility monitor trips. Because that monitor is a torque-safety supervisor rather than an ordinary sensor check, it does not just log a code; it commands a torque limit. Drivers report the malfunction indicator lamp coming on together with an abrupt loss of drive power, a deep hesitation in the throttle, and in the worst cases an outright stall, which on a busy road is a genuine crash risk. American Honda filed NHTSA safety recall 25V-031 in January 2025, covering 294,612 vehicles: 2023-2025 Pilot (built 13 Sep 2022 - 9 Jan 2025), 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type S and 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type S. Nothing is mechanically wrong with the engine on an affected Pilot — no sensor is out of range and no part has worn out — which is why parts-swapping diagnosis on these trucks wastes money.

Common Symptoms

  • Check engine light with sudden loss of drive power
  • Engine hesitates or stumbles on a fast throttle change
  • Engine stalls while driving or when merging
  • Reduced-power / limp behavior after a hard tip-in
  • MIL on with no other apparent driveability fault

How to Fix

Do not begin by replacing hardware. Check the VIN against NHTSA campaign 25V-031 first; if the truck is in scope, an authorized Honda dealer reprograms the FI-ECU with the corrected control program free of charge under the recall, regardless of mileage or warranty status. The reflash is a short shop visit — owners of the sibling Acura vehicles report 30 minutes to an hour — and requires a fully charged 12-volt battery and Honda's ECU reprogramming tooling; independent shops without that tooling cannot perform it. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning 17 March 2025. After the flash, clear the stored P061B and any secondary codes and drive the vehicle through the conditions that provoked it — several hard tip-ins and merge-throttle transients — to confirm the fault does not return. If P061B reappears on software that is already at the recall level, the diagnosis changes completely: now treat it as a genuine torque-model disagreement and check for an intake leak downstream of the mass airflow sensor, a contaminated or failing MAF, a dirty or drifting throttle body and accelerator pedal position sensor correlation, and any aftermarket tune or intake that would make measured airflow disagree with commanded torque.

Typical repair cost:$0 - $0

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NHTSA Recalls7 recalls

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Passport and 2023-2025 Pilot vehicles. The fuel filler neck tube and fuel filler pipe may separate, allowing fuel to leak.

Campaign #24V90000027/11/2024

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S, 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, and 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S vehicles. A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power.

Campaign #25V03100023/01/2025

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Honda Pilot problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2024 Honda Pilot has 2 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Unsecured Driver's Seat From Untightened Cushion Frame — Pilot Recall 24V859 (2023-2024), Engine Stall and Power Loss from Mis-Programmed Fuel Injection ECU. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Honda Pilot reliable?

The 2024 Honda Pilot has 2 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Unsecured Driver's Seat From Untightened Cushion Frame — Pilot Recall 24V859 (2023-2024) and Engine Stall and Power Loss from Mis-Programmed Fuel Injection ECU. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Honda Pilot problems?

Repair costs for known Honda Pilot issues range from $0 to $0, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What is the 2023-2024 Honda Pilot Unsecured Driver's Seat From Untightened Cushion Frame — Pilot Recall 24V859 (2023-2024)?

A limited number of 2023 and 2024 Honda Pilots are covered by recall 24V859000 because the driver's seat cushion frame may not have been properly tightened. An improperly tightened cushion frame can leave the driver's seat unsecured to the vehicle. Honda filed this as a noncompli… Severity: high.

What is the 2023-2025 Honda Pilot Engine Stall and Power Loss from Mis-Programmed Fuel Injection ECU?

Fourth-generation Pilots built on the 2023 redesign store P061B when the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) mis-handles a fast throttle transient. Supplier Denso reported to Honda that the settings for the correction control logic of the air flow rate and fuel inject… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.

Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.

Data compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, automotive forums, and AI-assisted research. No aggregated owner-report counts available for this vehicle yet.

Campaign #25V391000
12/06/2025

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The third-row passenger seat belt assembly may not function, due to incorrect routing that traps the seat belt behind the passenger side panel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Campaign #25V05600005/02/2025

STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Pilot vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the gear box assembly may contain a loose ball bearing, which can result in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up.

Campaign #23V73500002/11/2023

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