Steering Column Problems of Honda Pilot

Honda Pilot owners have reported 7 problems related to steering column (under the steering category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Honda Pilot based on all problems reported for the Pilot.

1 Steering Column problem of the 2005 Honda Pilot

Failure Date: 04/13/2019

Steering column has been making a loud sound when turning left or right. . . Took it to mechanic and they state the steering column is separating from the main controlling device.

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2 Steering Column problem of the 2011 Honda Pilot

Failure Date: 02/11/2019

Warping of rotors causes extreme shaking when breaking also wrenching of steering wheel when sudden stopping or fast descents of stopping/breaking. Clicking in steering column while driving turning,in reverse and straight forward driving, shudder in shifting 5-30 mph , eco light coming on and causes delay in speed pickup or continuing in same speed during driving 01/15/2019. Door locks failure 06/05/2019 gas purge valve gas smell in ac vent replaced 06/05/2019. Ac/heat blower motor front replaced not working 02/14/2019. Rear blower ac/heat motor broken smelled of smoke replaced 08/05/2019.

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3 Steering Column problem of the 2014 Honda Pilot

Failure Date: 01/14/2014

45 miles on a brand new 2014 Pilot ex-l the ignition does not engaged consistently. When you turn the key and the engine cranks, it does not turn over, rather it continues to make cranking sound, even when key goes back to run/on position. You need to turn key off to get cranking to stop. 50 miles on barand new 2014 Pilot ex-l a continuous clicking sound comes from the steering column when making a left hand turn. It does it when you turn right, but more predominant when turning left. From onset - the driver's side door does not open and close smoothly - thought at first it was just the hinge catching, further inspection demonstrates the left front fender and driver's door seem is not uniform. Therefore the bottom of the fender and driver's side door are rubbing against each other and paint is rubbing off.

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4 Steering Column problem of the 2004 Honda Pilot

Failure Date: 03/29/2013

The key was difficult to insert into the ignition. Once in, the key was then virtually impossible to remove. Furthermore will not turn as it is stuck in between off and accessory positions. Hours were spent jiggling, bringing a locksmith to make attempts at removing without success. The Honda Pilot had to be towed to dealership. This happened within 1 day of a serviced recall for the interlock lever which involves the ignition and the steering column shifter.

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5 Steering Column problem of the 2008 Honda Pilot

Failure Date: 04/01/2008

Purchased a brand new 2008 Pilot exl in Feb. 2008 with about 3 odometer miles. About two months later a faint popping noise could be hear from the front driver's side. After several trips (more than 3) to the dealer they could not pinpoint location of noise and car would not consistently make sound. In Dec. 2008 it was determined that the popping sound was coming from the steering column. The dealer ordered and replaced the part Feb. 2009. After replacing the part the dealer test drove it and could not hear the noise anymore. I picked up my car, however, after driving it started to make the noise and I listened carefully over the days and the popping noise was coming right back. I am not totally convinced that the dealer ordered and replaced the part. I am calling Honda motors corp. On mon. , Mar. 9, 2009, to voice my complaint that the car is defective and poses a hazard. I do not want the steering wheel to come apart while I am driving. I noticed that this web page posted a recall of the 2005 Honda Pilot for steering column improperly assembled. I think the same should be done for the 2008 Honda Pilot exl if this is a normal sound as my dealer is telling me.

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6 Steering Column problem of the 2003 Honda Pilot

Failure Date: 02/01/2007

2003 Honda Pilot transmission: my transmission continues to slip in 2nd gear. I have replaced numerous items on the vehicle - steering column, motor mounts, etc. The list is numerous. I have had transmission problems almost since the beginning of purchasing this vehicle in February 2006. The dealer never told me that the 2003 Pilot had any type of transmission problems. I know as a consumer, I should have done my own research, but I had always heard excellent things about Honda. My transmission continues to slip, after revving. I took it to the dealer and even then they never said anything about problems. I had my repairman look at it because I was concerned. He is the one that told me this vehicle had transmission problems & all dealers were aware of it. I bought the extended warranty when I purchased the car - but of course, it is no longer valid. I am really upset because I drive my 2 children and the transmission will just stall in the middle of traffic - won't leave 2nd-3rd gear. It just revs at about 20-30 miles. It happens quite often and now the check engine light is coming on. The message boards say this is the end of the line. I will attempt to speak with my local dealer. I contacted american Honda who basically offered no assistance. Now, I am learning about the horrible things that have happened with the Honda 2003 Pilot transmissions and am just disappointed that in the effort to make money, no one thought of consumer safety. Obviously, Honda recognizes that this is a huge problem and still they are not offering any help to consumers. It is appalling. My car did have the Honda repair patch for the transmission in 2004 according to american Honda records, as the transmission had a problem even then. Of course, I have the car fax report and it didn't show this information. Is there somewhere else that you can track repairs on used vehicles?.

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7 Steering Column problem of the 2005 Honda Pilot

Failure Date: 05/20/2005

2005 Honda Pilot exl crashed into a median as a result of sudden loss of steering control and traction. The consumers lawyer stated on Feb 2, 2005 the manufacturer issued a recall regarding the steering column which could lead to a vehicle crash without warning. The consumers lawyer believed the crash and recall were identical.




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