Eight problems related to steering have been reported for the 2009 Honda Pilot. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Honda Pilot based on all problems reported for the 2009 Pilot.
The steering wheel on my 2009 Honda Pilot vibrates excessively at any speed over 50mph. I have completely replaced the brake rotor and pads with brand new parts. It improved somewhat, but didn't eliminate the vibration problem. My online research shows they are many others who experienced the same problems across all model years. It appears to be a fundamental design/manufacturing defect. Some people claimed to have the vibration problem fixed by replacing the engine mount.
There was a vehicle safety letter sent to me about my cv joints I took the car to culver city Honda in September yet have they or any Honda repaired my car. With the letter and noise the car is making ive yet to get repaired. When I turn the wheels knock clicking noise.
The vehicle vibrates very violently when going over 60 mph. New tires, balanced and then road force balanced and same results. Starting happening maybe after 15k.
2009 Pilot front compliance bushings worn/loose according to Honda dealership. Cost to repair $726. 00. I have read numerous reports of similar problems with varying prices and mileage. This problem seems to be a defect that we are paying to fix.
At speed when braking the left wheel begins to vibrate to an uncomfortable level. It has been getting more prononce since purchasing the vechicle a year ago.
When brakes are aplied at almost any sped vehicle shakes violently. Took it in for service was advised by dealer that the bushing on a suspension component needs to be replaced as it has cracked. I did a bit of research amd was told that Honda was aware of the initial flaw on the design and redesigned it for the replacement part. Consumers should not bear the cost of the replacement part as it is a manufactures defect. This is causing the brakes and rotor to wear out faster.
Constant vibration at 60 mph or above. More prominent on the front side, at the steering wheel as well as the front seats. Does not go away with tire replacements, balancing and rotation and even 4 wheel alignment. Vibration frequency is such that it transmits to drivers' / passengers legs, spine and head, causing distracted and stressful driving conditions that can be a hazard to vehicle occupants and other vehicles on the road. Issue is specific to Honda Pilot and easily felt on any road or highway. Driving for more than 30 minutes caused us head and neck pain due to vibrations and stress induced due to vibrations.
Difficulty in steering 2009 Honda Pilot in parking lot. Less than 40k milage.