2011 Honda Pilot vs 2013 Honda Pilot
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Honda Pilot | 2013 Honda Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 293 | 271 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 77 | 89 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 29 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 48,113 mi | 41,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Pilot | Honda Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 31 | 79 |
| Air Bags | 68 | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 39 | 40 |
| Power Train | 21 | 54 |
| Structure | 19 | 47 |
| Suspension | 34 | 13 |
| Steering | 34 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 26 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 45 | 76 |
| Stalling | 11 | 15 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 21 |
| Oil consumption | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 19 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 20 |
2011 Honda Pilot
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.