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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 101–140 of 140, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Aug 3, 2017–May 3, 2019.
Back to 2018 Honda PILOT problems & recallsThis archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.
NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.
NHTSA communication ID: 10159516
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Service Bulletin - The A/C does not blow cold air, and the lower corner of the condenser around the receiver/dryer cap is stained.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10159516 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159441
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ServiceNews Article - Here's something you really ought to know about: When you play a DVD with 5.1 surround sound (Dolby Digital), you'll hear the dialogue coming from just the front speakers. You won't hear it coming from any of the rear speakers.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10159441 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159033
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Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co, Inc. (AHM) has been collecting batteries from certain models under certain conditions. If you have replaced an OEM battery on a qualified vehicle, please follow the procedure below.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10159033 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159032
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Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is interested in collecting batteries from multiple models. If you have replaced an OEM battery on a qualified vehicle, please follow the procedure below.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10159032 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159031
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Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is interested in collecting batteries from multiple models. If you have replaced an OEM battery on a qualified vehicle, please follow the procedure below.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10159031 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159742
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Visual check to make sure proper buckle was sent out in restraint kit
Source components: SEAT BELTS.
Source record 10159742 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10152764
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Tech line summary article - We're getting reports of vehicles being stuck in ACCESSORY mode and unable to fully shut down. When this happens, the audio unit stays on, the ENGINE START/STOP button blinks, the gear position indicator doesn't show P, and the doors won't lock.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION · POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10152764 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10150278
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"Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co, Inc. (AHM) has been collecting batteries from certain models under certain conditions. If you have replaced an OEM battery on a qualified vehicle, please follow the procedure below. Qualifiers: AHM is collecting if the vehicle meets the following requirements this time:"
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10150278 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10149651
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Dealer message - As we informed you via iN message on September 17, 2018, American Honda Motor Co., Inc (AHM) has launched a new battery collection program. If you have replaced an OEM battery on a qualified vehicle, please follow the procedure below.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10149651 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10145428
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Service bulletin - The A/C does not blow cold air, and the lower corner of the condenser around the receiver/dryer cap is stained. There is poor O-ring compression against the receiver/dryer barrel wall.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10145428 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10145389
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Service bulletin - The hood flutters or vibrates at highway speeds. Adjust the hood edge cushions to slightly touch the hood while still maintaining proper hood alignment. Inspect the adhesive between the hood skin and the support structure. Apply 3M ULTRAPRO Autobody sealant between hood skin and support structure if needed.
Source components: STRUCTURE.
Source record 10145389 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10145388
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Service bulletin - The transmission end cover leaks on vehicles with a 9-speed A/T. During assembly, the transmission end cover sealing gasket was torn.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10145388 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10145393
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Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2018 Pilots with a customer complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Source components: SEATS.
Source record 10145393 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10144752
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Service Bulletin sent to all dealers to inspect L-track bolts for correct torque and to incorporate torque check as part of regular maintenance
Source components: SEATS.
Source record 10144752 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10144379
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Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2018 Pilots with a customer complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Source components: SEATS.
Source record 10144379 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10144790
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Service bulletin - The A/C does not blow cold air, and the lower corner of the condenser around the receiver/dryer cap is stained. There is poor O-ring compression against the receiver/dryer barrel wall.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10144790 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10144362
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Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2018 Odysseys & Pilots with a customer complaint of the auto idle stop inoperative. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10144362 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10144360
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Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2018 Pilots with a customer complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Source components: SEATS.
Source record 10144360 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10144038
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Engineering request for investigation - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2018 Pilots with a customer complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · SEATS.
Source record 10144038 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10143694
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Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2018 Pilots with a customer complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Source components: SEATS.
Source record 10143694 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10143692
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Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2018 Odysseys & Pilots with a customer complaint of the auto idle stop inoperative. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10143692 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10143359
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Service bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
Source components: ENGINE · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP.
Source record 10143359 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10143229
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Service bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP.
Source record 10143229 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10143334
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Servicenews article - There are two types of 12-volt batteries used in Honda vehicles today: the conventional flooded lead acid (FLA) battery and the absorbed glass mat (AGM) battery. Each battery type has its own uniquely tuned charging and battery management systems, therefore cannot be interchanged.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10143334 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10143333
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Servicenews article - Until recently, Tech Line had only two categories for auto idle stop system issues. That made it hard for our engineering staff to understand what was specifically inhibiting the system. To help with this, Tech Line has added more categories to match what's listed in the service information. As a result, when calling them for an auto idle stop issue, you must now send a snapshot. Tech Line needs it for troubleshooting and won't be able to help unless you do.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10143333 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10143161
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Servicenews article - There are two types of 12-volt batteries used in Honda vehicles today: the conventional flooded lead acid (FLA) battery and the absorbed glass mat (AGM) battery. Each battery type has its own uniquely tuned charging and battery management systems, therefore cannot be interchanged.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10143161 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10143160
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Servicenews article - Until recently, Tech Line had only two categories for auto idle stop system issues. That made it hard for our engineering staff to understand what was specifically inhibiting the system. To help with this, Tech Line has added more categories to match what's listed in the service information. As a result, when calling them for an auto idle stop issue, you must now send a snapshot. Tech Line needs it for troubleshooting and won't be able to help unless you do.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10143160 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10143340
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Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2018 Odysseys & Pilots with a customer complaint of the auto idle stop inoperative. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10143340 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10143167
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Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2018 Odysseys & Pilots with a customer complaint of the auto idle stop inoperative. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10143167 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10141167
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Service bulletin - The roof molding front end caps become loose and lift away from roof panel. The roof molding front end caps are not held on securely.
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS.
Source record 10141167 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139584
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Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2018 Odysseys & Pilots with a customer complaint of the auto idle stop inoperative. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10139584 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139552
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Service bulletin - The roof molding front end caps become loose and lift away from roof panel. The roof molding front end caps are not held on securely.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS.
Source record 10139552 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10142619
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Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2018 Odysseys & Pilots with a customer complaint of the auto idle stop inoperative. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10142619 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10142615
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Service bulletin - The customer is unable to insert the fuel nozzle into the filler neck and fuel the vehicle in cold weather. Water or moisture has entered the fueling area and frozen the capless fuel shutter set in the fuel filler neck.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10142615 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10136413
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Service bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
Source components: ENGINE · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP.
Source record 10136413 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10136419
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Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2018 Odysseys & Pilots with a customer complaint of the auto idle stop inoperative. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10136419 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135066
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Service bulletin - When adjusting the driver's seat height or tilt, the power seat does not move or moves just a small amount and clicks loudly during operation. The vertical transmission assembly (VTA) unit has a stripped internal gear.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10135066 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133020
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Service bulletin - The customer is unable to insert the fuel nozzle into the filler neck and fuel the vehicle in cold weather. Water or moisture has entered the fueling area and frozen the capless fuel shutter set in the fuel filler neck.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM.
Source record 10133020 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10129804
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Tech line summary article - Until recently, Tech Line had only two categories for auto idle stop system issues. That made it hard for our engineering staff to understand what was specifically inhibiting the system. To help with this, Tech Line has added more categories to match what?s listed in the service information. As a result, when calling them for an auto idle stop issue, you must now send a snapshot. Tech Line needs it for troubleshooting and won?t be able to help unless you do.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10129804 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10115757
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Service news article - To prevent damage during shipping, leather-wrapped steering wheels come with a protective plastic covering. The easiest way to remove it during PDI is to grab the covering with both hands near the top of the steering wheel and pull it toward you, like you see here. The covering comes right off.
Source components: STEERING · STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR.
Source record 10115757 at NHTSA