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5FNYF6H54MB••••••2021 Honda PILOT
This build draws 3.5× more complaints than the average 2021 Honda PILOT build (12 vs 3).
12on this build
420on the model
123builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 5Engine 3Visibility/wiper 2Power Train 2
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemMay 2026
This is the major safety issue while driving with my family on a highway. Keyless control unit is failing when car stops. While on a highway, all the lights on the dashboard start flickering, alarm went off brake system got locked. I need to pull over, stop the car and restart…
Unknown Or OtherAug 2025
Car does not restart after auto start stop is engaged, car stalls at intersections, causing dangerous conditions
Power TrainAug 2025
While driving on the highway, I heard a loud whirring noise then my vehicle started to decelerate. After continuing to push on the accelerator, an error message appeared that stated something to the effect of "move vehicle from neutral to park". I tried to put the vehicle back…
Forward Collision AvoidanceApr 2024
Front camera has failed. Dealership reports it needs to be replaced. I have crack in my windshield - now the glass company will not replace the windshield even with insurance because the camera is not working and they can’t calibrate. Having a camera on the windshield which…
Air BagsFeb 2024
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
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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 5FNYF6H54MB033448 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.