Three problems related to steering noise have been reported for the 2011 Honda Pilot. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2011 Honda Pilot based on all problems reported for the 2011 Pilot.
I was experiencing some clunking and popping noises as I turned my steering wheel right or left, as I turned onto city street; private parking lots, u-turns and such. I had my father test drive it and he thought it may be the cv axles and had it checked at auto air & axle, san antonio, TX. They found it was not the cv axles, but a steering column problem and as it was a safety issue, we should check into any recalls. We found NHTSA assigned recall id# 10v640000 on my make and model, front suspension damper bolts and spindle nuts - making the clunking and popping noise.
I took the vehicle to the dealership for a recall related to the steering mechanism that is making a loud cracking noise when I turn the steering wheel, when I back up. Were told that parts were not available, it is been almost one year ago. No respond from dealership or Honda itself. My name is jose chavez.
Rather than take vehicle back to dealership, decided to try local shop instead. Clicking & popping noise continue in steering when turning left. Sound getting worse and can now hear in a parking lot whereas before, was just turning on roads. Was told by local technician that sound coming from inside the steering shaft and would cost upwards of $500 to repair. Blower motor needs replacing, purchased new battery, and also told right front cv axle leaking oil, another $400 to replace. Surprise surprise, was told again (third time now having owned this vehicle for just 4 years) that the front rotors are warped and the front brake pads down to 50%. Total cost to replace again is upwards of $600 plus labor. Seriously?!.