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.
3.3
definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
41,233 miles
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The contact owns a 2003 Honda Pilot. While driving 40 mph, the steering wheel shook. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the tread was separating from the tires. The tires were cooper mastercraft courser awt, size P235/70R16 (na). The VIN and engine size were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 87,000.
2003 Honda Pilot LX tires needed replacing before I reached 15,000 miles. They are putting inferior tires on the car. I had an independent dealer tell me that the Pilot is too heavy for car tires. Honda should put light truck tires on the Pilot. Bridgestone and Honda say that tires are normal wear and tear items and are never covered under warranty.
Tires have worn out after 22,000 miles on new car-2003 Honda Pilot. Rear tires are feathering and front tires are worn unevenly. Tires are Bridgestone dueler H/T 235/70 R16.
- Richmond, CA, USA
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