2017 Honda Pilot engine and engine cooling problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2017 Honda Pilot — 1% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2017 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 to 60 MPH, the emission warning light illuminated. The contact was concerned about the vehicle stalling while driving. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that…”
filed Jul 16, 2026
“The contact owns a 2017 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle decelerated to 25 MPH unintendedly. While driving at a reduced speed, the vehicle was immediately driven to the local dealer who diagnosed…”
filed Apr 9, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Pilot years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Pilot | 4 | 1% |
| 2020 Pilot | 3 | 1% |
| 2019 Pilot | 8 | 1% |
| 2018 Pilot | 8 | 2% |
| 2016 Pilot | 45 | 3% |
| 2015 Pilot | 2 | 2% |
| 2014 Pilot | 3 | 3% |
| 2013 Pilot | 5 | 2% |
| 2012 Pilot | 10 | 6% |
| 2011 Pilot | 5 | 2% |
| 2009 Pilot | 4 | 3% |
| 2008 Pilot | 7 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Honda Pilot
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.