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.
6.0
fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
13,500 miles
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Dashboard switch for emergency lights does not illuminate in 2003 Honda Pilot. This has been an issue with the manufacturer since purchase of vehicle. The other vehicles I own are Honda and the switch is illuminated so it can be seen in the dark.
We were driving our 2003 Pilot w/ 27000 miles on it down the highway, and smoke suddenly started pouring out from the radio. Honda says the radio is bad (currently waiting for them to get a new one). I'm tempted to check yes on "was there a fire", but I'm not sure if this qualifies. I certainly thought it was a fire at the time!
- Oxford, MA, USA
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