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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1HGFA16597L041608 · Checked Oct 21, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 16

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1HGFA16597L•••••• 2007 Honda PILOT

This build draws 9.7× more complaints than the average 2007 Honda PILOT build (16 vs 2).

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177on the model
107builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reported Air Bags 7 Engine 4 Suspension 3 Visibility 2

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Unknown Or Other crash Jul 2019
Takata recall hi I am having several issues with the ignition not wanting to turn for several moments after putting the key inside to start my 2007 honda xivic lx sedan and then all of a sudden the lights and power to the doors and windows work but car won't roll over to start.…
Suspension Jul 2019
Rear tires are wearing down faster than the front, yet it's front wheel drive
Engine Dec 2017
I was in a highway and my engine heated. I let it cool down and found out that the coolant/ antifreeze had been depleted completely. I replenished it. Later diagnosis resulted in identification of crack from the engine block. My 2007 civic had gone out of warranty for their…
Air Bags Oct 2016
Takata recall - I received an initial letter alerting me of the dangerous situation with these airbags. However, I have yet to receive an additional letter letting me know that I can now get this part fixed. The online VIN check still shows that the remedy is not available…
Visibility Feb 2011
Driver side sun visor falls down into the line of vision on our 2007 honda civic lx sedan. It appears the visor has become warped and will not stay seated and often falls down into your line of sight out of the front windshield. Only recourse is to swing it over towards the door…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1HGFA16597L041608 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.