CarComplaints.com Notes: Beware the 2003 Honda Pilot once the odometer reaches 100k miles, when two problem defect trends have shown up: transmission failure & ignition switch problems.
Typically a locksmith can fix the ignition switch or it can be replaced for around $700. However the transmission failure is a far more expensive problem, with the average repair cost at well over $3,000. A major transmission recall of over 1 million Honda vehicles back in 2004 dealt with transmission damage due to overheating, but 2003 Pilot transmissions have continued to fail.
Driving down the road when passenger speaker made loud noise then smoke and smell of electrical fire came through CD deck. Turned off radio and plan to replace it.
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Driving down the road when passenger speaker made loud noise then smoke and smell of electrical fire came through CD deck. Turned off radio and plan to replace it.
- Sheryl A., Ooltewah, TN, US