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.
All 4 of my doors are not locking now. The driver's door stopped first and then the passenger door. The Honda dealership wants over $300 to replace. However my husband bought the part, but it took him almost here hours to fix. Now both back doors will not lock or unlock. It is frustrating. I have heard that many Pilot owners have had this same problem along with CRV owners too. I think there is a defect since they all went out almost the same time.
I have have to replace three door lock actuators in my Pilot. The first two occurred during my extended (100,000) mile warranty period, and did not cost me anything. The third cost me over $200, and now I have a fourth that needs replacing. The part is only $40 online, but you need a special type of screwdriver to remove the part without damaging the locking mechanism.
- wread,
Charleston, SC, US
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All 4 of my doors are not locking now. The driver's door stopped first and then the passenger door. The Honda dealership wants over $300 to replace. However my husband bought the part, but it took him almost here hours to fix. Now both back doors will not lock or unlock. It is frustrating. I have heard that many Pilot owners have had this same problem along with CRV owners too. I think there is a defect since they all went out almost the same time.
- Anita G., Bluff City, TN, US