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5FNYF6H53GB••••••2016 Honda PILOT
This build draws 3.6× more complaints than the average 2016 Honda PILOT build (32 vs 9).
32on this build
1647on the model
187builds in total
Most reportedFuel/propulsion System 8Engine 8Electrical System 6Power Train 4
What owners of this build wrote
Fuel/propulsion SystemFeb 2026
Check engine light for fuel emissions and pulled codes. Codes included in known Honda service bulletin 20-100. My car was not included in the VIN search
Engine And Engine CoolingDec 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that when he had parked the vehicle at work, he had heard an abnormal clicking sound from the engine compartment, and the vehicle was idling roughly. The contact stated that as he drove the vehicle back to his residence at…
EngineNov 2025
My check engine light come on and started flashing on 11/24/25 and came along with a knocking sound. Got it to the shop, and they confirmed that the vehicle has a rod bearing knocking in the engine. I see that this has been a frequent known issue with this specific car and…
Power TrainJan 2024
My 2016 Honda Pilot engine rods failed on 1/31/2024 causing complete engine failure. My pilot was not recalled. Honda wanted $10920 to replace my engine. I negotiated with Honda and my out of pocket cost was $7000
Unknown Or OtherNov 2022
All warning lights turned on during a normal drive. The dealer said it is a harness issue and needs to replace the harness to fix the issue. Surprised that a part that does not move had to be replaced. It has happened a couple of times before
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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 5FNYF6H53GB020839 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.