I have been to Honda dealers at least 8 times with no resolve.

They mentioned the class action lawsuit but said I bought it too late - so why would a Honda dealer sell a car knowingly with this problem? Every single day it shudders - seeming like a transmission shake from first to second gear, but nothing has ever been found. I get told - when the check engine light comes on and sends a code, then we can address it. We did the oil consumption test and they said it was normal to use 1 - 1.5 quarts per thousand miles - that is bogus.

I've had several Honda's that I put 300,000 miles on and never burned a drop of oil. I buy Honda because of the tight specs, reliability, etc.

This one has been a fight since the day I drove it home. Yes, I bought it used, but I also called the dealer on the way home - the first day and I told them I felt this shudder issue. A few weeks later a transmission sensor was replaced, but it never resolved the problem.

I have been driving it for another 150,000 miles and it has done it every single day, and I keep adding oil. Please, find a solution, or give me something that doesn't shudder and use oil!

Car almost completely shut down while driving due to low oil (an issue that went undiscovered as there was no telltale sign, such as oil dripping or a puddle on the garage floor). We came to find out (thanks to this site) of a major issue with Honda Pilots (we have a 2010) concerning fouled spark plugs and piston ring deterioration.

In other words, this was the famous "Excess Oil Consumption" issue where motor oil leaked into the engine, causing piston rings to fail and gaskets needing to be replaced. This was not subject to recall, though Honda agreed to fix it free as part of an "extended warranty" program- which actually only is only good for eight years.

This is supposed to be "covered" under 1171 hob warranty extension campaign. Our "warranty" expired however-- not that we ever knew about it. We ended up paying appproximately $600 as Honda comped the rest.

A blinking engine light (first time) came on and started running rough. Upon inspection my master mechanic said it was the P0304 misfire code and was 3 quarts low since the last oil change with 4900 miles on it and1 plug was cracked. A valve, leak down and compression tests performed. Cylinder # 4 had no compression. At that point I take the Pilot to the Honda dealer for TSC# 13-082 who instructed me the protocol was to replace the engine oil and drive it for a month so the oil consumption could be measured. I bounced this off my mechanic who said absolutely not as driving with the misfire code would damage the catalytic converter. The dealer's position was the valve issue had to be repaired before they could run their test.

The vehicle was then returned to the mechanic who was to take a more in depth look as to why the valve was not closing and did another compressor test to confirm there was no compression. They take the motor apart and dig deeper to find the piston had hit the valve and bent it. They noted discoloration on the rockers indicating the engine was deprived of oil and heated up, perhaps super hot as something would when not lubricated. Giving the cost of repair and the risk of potentially additional problems related to lack of oil I made the decision to replace the engine with a used one. The ball is rolling now and I will take pictures after the holiday of the existing engine as it is still currently apart. It should be noted there was not a drop of oil in the driveway nor was there a smell of any kind or smoke out of the exhaust.

This is my first Honda I've purchased which was as a new vehicle and only owner and it was well maintained. Sorely disappointed in Honda and at this point really can't make a case for purchasing another Honda even though we had an Accord in mind prior to this.

I had to replace a cam when my vehicle had approximately 85,000 miles on it. The explanation that I received from both the dealership, and Honda, was that is was a fluke. After all, I had strictly followed all recommended oil change intervals via a certified Honda dealership. I have the cam in my possession. The problem I had was that one of the lobes was galled. Upon examination of the mating part, there was no damage on that piece. When the engine was apart, at the dealership, I scraped oil sludge from the valve cover. I could also smell what appeared to be burnt/oxidized oil. I still have this sample in a plastic bag safely put away with my cam. In fact, upon testing the hardness of the bad lobe vs. the good lobe, on the defective cam, via a metallurgist, they both tested the same hardness. It must be noted that I switched over to a full synthetic after the cam was replaced. I also no longer paid attention to the oil minder as I began changing oil every 5,000 miles at this point. The bottom line is that my Pilot has been consuming an excessive amount of oil much earlier than I detected it. I estimate approx. 1 qt. per 1,000 miles. I am extremely disappointed that my dealership did not notify me that my crank case was low when I came in for oil changes. I recently contacted Honda and was given a case number. My dealership has also initiated an oil consumption test for me. However, I already know what the answer will be. At least it will be officially documented this time. Please note that my 1972 Buick Skylark, which was a V8, didn't even consume as much oil as my 2010 Pilot Back then, I changed oil every 2,500 miles and I rarely added oil between changes. I am convinced that my Honda Pilot is a lemon. Unless Honda does something to take care of this, I will be going back to GM vehicles, Ford, or Toyota. My concern is my trade-in value?? I thought Honda was all about quality. I have proof otherwise!

I had previously taken my Pilot in for its oil change (on time) and was told it was short 4quarts (only holds 4.5qt). They informed me to take it to Honda as there was an issue and Honda already knew about it. I called to schedule an appointment for 3 weeks and never received a call back. I then went in and waited. They "ran my VIN" and told me there was no problem but offered to do an ongoing oil check at the next change. My engine light "check emissions" came on, there was still 60% oil life left, but I had to add 3.5 quarts of oil. Not safe--I carry kids in this car, hence I have a Pilot.

Never knew there was an issue, or lawsuit regarding defective piston rings, oil consumption, and misfire.

Rockwall Honda Dealer and Honda Corporate refuse to acknowledge any engine problem unless we spend money to fix valve gaskets, pressure switches, and catalytic converter (which bad engine ruined prematurely). Reputable mechanic had to add 3 quarts of oil before we towed it to Honda Dealer, and it's blowing out white smoke which we got a video of. Honda says they must do an "oil consumption test" to see if engine is burning oil, which is unreasonable considering it doesn't hardly run and has white smoke.

We have contacted attorneys involved in Honda Lawsuit settlement in hopes they will extend warranty to the engine code that comes up for us 3400 and 2 others, but since it doesn't include one of the 3 codes in the settlement we think that is why it might not be covered, even though it's obvious engine is bad.

Honda should at least cooperate and admit there is a problem and negotiate with us to remedy it. They must have been instructed to deny any issue, probably due to specific valve code not coming up. Also they were doing something to it on the lift after already diagnosing it??? We will maybe fix converter at another shop (Honda will not get our money) and then bring it back for another attempt.

I have been having problems with oil consumption in my wife's Pilot for years. I have been in for multiple consumption tests to no avail. I just keep getting the same answer "its normal to burn a quart of oil every thousand miles". I started using the trip odometer and setting it to zero ever time I put a quart in and that has made it easier for her to let me know when its time to add oil. This has been a total pain in the ass. The car is always stocked with extra oil in the back of the car. I recently stumbled on to this site and I know it has gone on a long time but figured I may as well join the oil consumption club.

The times I have taken it in they always ask about the oil changes. I always tell them there is no need for an oil change if there is no oil in it you dumb ass! I am just completely frustrated and over it! I will never buy another Honda again! Thanks again "Helpful Honda Guys".

I initially discovered the issue when the check engine light came on. The car needed two quarts of oil but was only at 50% according to the maintenance minder. The car had a clicking noise after the incident and the cam shaft was scarred by lack of oil and had to be replaced. Just last week (4 Sept 2016) I had to add one quart and it was at the 50% mark on the maintenance minder. Now I just monitor the oil. The dealership supposedly applied the TSB for the software when the camshaft was replaced but that must have not solved the issue. We love the car but the oil issue is unacceptable. The car seems to burn more oil during longer trips when it has a lot of time in the ECO mode.