Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 Pilot are official communications between Honda & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems.
All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.
ServiceNews Article - When removing and installing a cable reel, you need to keep both the cable reel and the steering angle sensor in position. If you don't , the VSA indicator may come on along with one or more VSA DTCs. Read More »
Service bulletin - While driving, the customer may experience flickering interior/exterior lights, multiple indicators coming on, jerky steering and/or other voltage-related fluctuations. Read More »
Background American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 Odysseys & 2014-2015 Pilots with customer complaint of vibration in the steering wheel while braking. Read More »
Background American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 Odysseys & 2014-2015 Pilots with customer complaint of vibration in the steering wheel while braking. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF A NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR SUSPENSION WHEN GOING OVER A BUMP. THE NOISE CAN BE DESCRIBED AS RATTLING OR CLUNKING. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - TODAY, JUNE 30, 2015, AMERICAN HONDA IS ANNOUNCING A WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR SOME 2009-14PILOT VEHICLES DUE TO NOISY OR LEAKING FRONT SUSPENSION REAR LOWER ARM (COMPLIANCE) BUSHINGS. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF FRONT BEARING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT WHILE DRIVING. THE NOISE CAN BE DESCRIBED AS HOWLING OR MOANING. Read More »
Background American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. Read More »
Background American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF FRONT BEARING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT WHILE DRIVING. THE NOISE CAN BE DESCRIBED AS HOWLING OR MOANING. Read More »
Background American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF FRONT BEARING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT WHILE DRIVING. THE NOISE CAN BE DESCRIBED AS HOWLING OR MOANING. Read More »
ENGINEERING REQUEST FOR INVESTIGATION - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF FRONT BEARING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT WHILE DRIVING. THE NOISE CAN BE DESCRIBED AS HOWLING OR MOANING. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF FRONT BEARING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT WHILE DRIVING. THE NOISE CAN BE DESCRIBED AS HOWLING OR MOANING. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF A NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR SUSPENSION WHEN GOING OVER A BUMP. THE NOISE CAN BE DESCRIBED AS RATTLING OR CLUNKING. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - POWERTRAIN SOFTWARE UPDATE TO REMEDY SURGE WHILE BRAKING, SLOW DOWNSHIFT RESPONSE AT LOW ENGINE SPEEDS, AND OTHER SYMPTOMS. Read More »
Replacement TCMs don?t come with trim data. After installation, you need to run a teach-in (hydraulic pressure characteristic calibration) procedure with the HDS. Read More »
Background American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 Odysseys & 2014-2015 Pilots with customer complaint of vibration in the steering wheel while braking. Read More »
Background American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 Odysseys & 2014-2015 Pilots with customer complaint of vibration in the steering wheel while braking. Read More »
Today, March 5, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a product update for 26,764 model year 2016 Pilot vehicles with roof molding that may be loose or detach. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilot Tourings or Elites with a customer complaint of a no auto re-start condition after going into an auto idle stop. Read More »
Service Bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp. Read More »
Service bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp. Read More »
Servicenews article - Until recently, Tech Line had only two categories for auto idle stop system issues. That made it hard for our engineering staff to understand what was specifically inhibiting the system. Read More »
Servicenews article - Until recently, Tech Line had only two categories for auto idle stop system issues. That made it hard for our engineering staff to understand what was specifically inhibiting the system. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Service bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Servicenews article - We?re getting reports of reduced engine power with the MIL on. Service techs are seeing DTC P0369 (CMP sensor circuit intermittent interruption) and signs of excessive camshaft end play. Read More »
Service bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp. Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter. Read More »
Service bulletin - Some 9-speed transmission warmers were improperly manufactured and allow the engine coolant and ATF to mix. If the fluids mix, the engine and transmission may be permanently damaged and require replacement. Read More »
Tech line summary article - We're getting reports of reduced engine power with the MIL on. Service techs are seeing DTC P0369 (CMP sensor circuit intermittent interruption) and signs of excessive camshaft end play. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WE?RE GETTING REPORTS OF REDUCED ENGINE POWER WITH THE MIL ON. SERVICE TECHS ARE SEEING DTC P0369 (CMP SENSOR CIRCUIT INTERMITTENT INTERRUPTION) AND SIGNS OF EXCESSIVE CAMSHAFT END PLAY. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE AUTOMATIC IDLE STOP INOPERABLE. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE AUTOMATIC IDLE STOP INOPERABLE. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE AUTOMATIC IDLE STOP INOPERABLE. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE AUTOMATIC IDLE STOP INOPERABLE. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE AUTOMATIC IDLE STOP INOPERABLE. Read More »
TECH LINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WE?RE GETTING REPORTS OF REDUCED ENGINE POWER WITH THE MIL ON. SERVICE TECHS ARE SEEING DTC P0369 (CMP SENSOR CIRCUIT INTERMITTENT INTERRUPTION) AND SIGNS OF EXCESSIVE CAMSHAFT END PLAY. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE TIMING BELT AREA MAKES A CHIRPING NOISE AFTER THE ENGINE WARMS UP BECAUSE THE TIMING BELT CONTACTS THE BACK EDGE OF THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A CHIRPING COMING FROM THE ENGINE AREA WITH THE ENGINE WARMED UP. REPLACE THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP TO REMEDY THIS CONDITION. Read More »
"SERVICE BULLETIN - DURING MANUFACTURING, THE GAUGE CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE INSTALLED DID NOT MEET SPECIFICATION AND THERE ARE TWO POTENTIAL ISSUES: ? THE GAUGE CONTROL MODULE ADDS MILEAGE TO THE ODOMETER WHEN THE OFF MODE IS SELECTED ... Read More »
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The engine will not crank on initial startup after precipitation and sub-freezing temperatures. Water can enter the starter motor, and when temperatures drop below freezing, the water will freeze inside the starter motor. Read More »
Warranty Extension - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The engine will not crank on initial startup after precipitation and sub-freezing temperatures. Water can enter the starter motor, and when temperatures drop below freezing, the water will freeze inside the starter motor. Read More »
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Read More »
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Read More »
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may not restart automatically due to excessive cylinder pressure and/or low cranking torque. Read More »
Dealer Message - During development, the idle stop enable criteria was mis-set allowing idle stop to improperly engage while battery health is low. Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube. Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube. Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube. Read More »
"Owner Notification Letter - On some 2016-17 Pilot, 2017 Ridgeline, and 2018 Odysey models, the malfunction indicator light (MIL) may come on if one of the following diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) are stored: - P0420 (rear bank catalyst ... Read More »
Owner Notification Letter - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button. Also, the MID displays the error message KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, and DTC B12C5 (Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) is stored. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button. Also, MID displays the error message KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, and DTC B12C5 (Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) is stored. Read More »
Dealer Message - Today, December 9, 2020, American Honda is announcing a warranty extension for certain 2015-17 Fit, 2016-18 HR-V, 2016-17 Pilot, and 2017 Ridgeline vehicles. Read More »
Dealer Message - The fuel injectors may not have been manufactured to proper specifications. As a result, debris from the high pressure pump or the fuel injector machining process may cause internal wear or clogging inside one or more ... Read More »
Service Bulletin - During a downshift from 9th or 8th gear to 7th gear or lower, a miscalculation in the TCM software causes the MIL to come on with DTC P0716, input shaft [mainshaft] speed sensor [range/performance]. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected), and/or P0301-P0306 (cylinder misfire detected), or P219A/B (air-fuel ratio variation of cylinder [bank 1, rear bank/bank 2, front bank]). Read More »
"Customer letter - Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. Read More »
"Customer letter - Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Engineering request for investigation - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2018 Pilots with a customer complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Service bulletin - Some 9-speed transmission warmers were improperly manufactured and allow the engine coolant and ATF to mix. If the fluids mix, the engine and transmission may be permanently damaged and require replacement. Read More »
Service bulletin - Some 9-speed transmission warmers were improperly manufactured and allow the engine coolant and ATF to mix. If the fluids mix, the engine and transmission may be permanently damaged and require replacement. Read More »
Service bulletin - American Honda is extending the warranty on the 9-speed transmission warmers to 10 years from the original date of purchase with unlimited mileage. Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) and/or P0301-P0306 (cylinder misfire detected) or P219A/B (air-fuel ratio variation of cylinder (bank 1, rear bank/bank 2, front bank). Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Tech line summary article - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Service bulletin - The transmission end cover leaks on vehicles with a 9-speed A/T. During assembly, the transmission end cover sealing gasket was torn. Read More »
Service bulletin - Some 9-speed transmission warmers were improperly manufactured and allow the engine coolant and ATF to mix. If the fluids mix, the engine and transmission may be permanently damaged and require replacement. Read More »
Service bulletin - American Honda is extending the warranty on the 9-speed transmission warmers to 10 years from the original date of purchase with unlimited mileage. Read More »
Service bulletin - Some 9-speed transmission warmers were improperly manufactured and allow the engine coolant and ATF to mix. If the fluids mix, the engine and transmission may be permanently damaged and require replacement. Read More »
Today, March 5, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a product update for 26,764 model year 2016 Pilot vehicles with roof molding that may be loose or detach. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Read More »
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may not restart automatically due to excessive cylinder pressure and/or low cranking torque. Read More »
Dealer Message - During development, the idle stop enable criteria was mis-set allowing idle stop to improperly engage while battery health is low. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter. Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube. Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube. Read More »
Dealer Message - On, November 24, 2020, American Honda announced a warranty extension for certain 2016 Pilot vehicles. Today, February 11, 2021 American Honda is announcing an expansion to the vehicles covered under this warranty extension. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2018-2019 Odysseys, 2016-2019 Pilots & 2017-2019 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of a fuel leak at the fuel joint pipe. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2018-2019 Odysseys, 2016-2019 Pilots & 2017-2019 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of a fuel leak at the fuel joint pipe. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2018-2019 Odysseys, 2016-2019 Pilots & 2017-2019 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of a fuel leak at the fuel joint pipe. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. Read More »
Service Bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected), and/or P0301-P0306 (cylinder misfire detected), or P219A/B (air-fuel ratio variation of cylinder [bank 1, rear bank/bank 2, front bank]). Read More »
Service bulletin - The customer is unable to insert the fuel nozzle into the filler neck and fuel the vehicle in cold weather. Water or moisture has entered the fueling area and frozen the capless fuel shutter set in the fuel filler neck. Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) and/or P0301-P0306 (cylinder misfire detected) or P219A/B (air-fuel ratio variation of cylinder (bank 1, rear bank/bank 2, front bank). Read More »
Tech line summary article - If there?s an EVAP system leak from the filler neck (DTC P0455 [EVAP system large leak detected] or P0456 [EVAP system very small leak detected] is set), don?t replace the fuel fill pipe! Instead, replace the ... Read More »
Tech line summary article - If there?s an EVAP system leak from the filler neck (DTC P0455 [EVAP system large leak detected] or P0456 [EVAP system very small leak detected] is set), don?t replace the fuel fill pipe! Instead, replace the ... Read More »
Tech line summary article - If there's an EVAP system leak from the filler neck (DTC P0455 [EVAP system large leak detected] or P0456 [EVAP system very small leak detected] is set), don't replace the fuel fill pipe! Instead, replace the ... Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - IF THERE?S AN EVAP SYSTEM LEAK FROM THE FILLER NECK (DTC P0455 [EVAP SYSTEM LARGE LEAK DETECTED] OR P0456 [EVAP SYSTEM VERY SMALL LEAK DETECTED] IS SET), DON?T REPLACE THE FUEL FILL PIPE! INSTEAD, REPLACE THE ... Read More »
Tech line summary article - If there?s an EVAP system leak from the filler neck (DTC P0455 [EVAP system large leak detected] or P0456 [EVAP system very small leak detected] is set), don?t replace the fuel fill pipe! Instead, replace the ... Read More »
Service bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp. Read More »
Service bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp. Read More »
"SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A CHIRPING COMING FROM THE ENGINE AREA WITH THE ENGINE WARMED UP. THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP IS MAKING A CHIRP. NOTE: THIS NOISE DOES NOT IMPACT PUMP, ENGINE FUNCTION, OR RELIABILITY. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A CHIRPING COMING FROM THE ENGINE AREA WITH THE ENGINE WARMED UP. REPLACE THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP TO REMEDY THIS CONDITION. Read More »
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2018-2019 Odysseys, 2016-2019 Pilots & 2017-2019 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of a fuel leak at the fuel joint pipe. Read More »
Service bulletin - The customer is unable to insert the fuel nozzle into the filler neck and fuel the vehicle in cold weather. Water or moisture has entered the fueling area and frozen the capless fuel shutter set in the fuel filler neck. Read More »
Dealer Message - The fuel injectors may not have been manufactured to proper specifications. As a result, debris from the high pressure pump or the fuel injector machining process may cause internal wear or clogging inside one or more ... Read More »
During manufacturing, the gauge control module software installed did not meet specification and there are two potential issues: ? The gauge control module adds mileage to the odometer when the OFF mode is selected (Touring and Elite ... Read More »
Service bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The vehicle's transmission temperature can become too hot due to automatic transmission fluid deterioration causing high foaming and low viscosity. Read More »
Service Bulletin - During a downshift from 9th or 8th gear to 7th gear or lower, a miscalculation in the TCM software causes the MIL to come on with DTC P0716, input shaft [mainshaft] speed sensor [range/performance]. Read More »
"Customer letter - Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. Read More »
"Customer letter - Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. Read More »
Service bulletin - The transmission end cover leaks on vehicles with a 9-speed A/T. During assembly, the transmission end cover sealing gasket was torn. Read More »
Service bulletin - When adjusting the driver's seat height or tilt, the power seat does not move or moves just a small amount and clicks loudly during operation. The vertical transmission assembly (VTA) unit has a stripped internal gear. Read More »
Service bulletin - Some 9-speed transmission warmers were improperly manufactured and allow the engine coolant and ATF to mix. If the fluids mix, the engine and transmission may be permanently damaged and require replacement. Read More »
Service bulletin - Some 9-speed transmission warmers were improperly manufactured and allow the engine coolant and ATF to mix. If the fluids mix, the engine and transmission may be permanently damaged and require replacement. Read More »
Service bulletin - American Honda is extending the warranty on the 9-speed transmission warmers to 10 years from the original date of purchase with unlimited mileage. Read More »
Tech line summary article - Loose bulkhead cover latches and strikers can cause a grinding, rattle, flutter, buzz and/or vibration from the front of the vehicle when lightly accelerating with the engine speed under 2,000 rpm. Read More »
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. Read More »
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. Read More »
Servicenews article - We?re getting reports of reduced engine power with the MIL on. Service techs are seeing DTC P0369 (CMP sensor circuit intermittent interruption) and signs of excessive camshaft end play. Read More »
Service bulletin - The transmission end cover leaks on vehicles with a 9-speed A/T. During assembly, the transmission end cover sealing gasket was torn. Read More »
American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. Read More »
American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The vehicle's transmission temperature can become too hot due to automatic transmission fluid deterioration causing high foaming and low viscosity. Read More »
"Customer letter - Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. Read More »
"Customer letter - Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. Read More »
Customer letter - On a limited number of 2016 Pilot vehicles, the 9-speed automatic transmission fluid (ATF) warmer may have been improperly manufactured and may allow the engine coolant and ATF to intermix. Read More »
Customer letter - Your 2016 or 2017 Pilot previously had the transmission replaced because of a leaking 9-speed automatic transmission fluid (ATF) warmer. Read More »
Customer letter - On a limited number of 2016?17 Pilot vehicles, the 9-speed automatic transmission fluid (ATF) warmer may leak internally. Read More »
Service bulletin - Some 9-speed transmission warmers were improperly manufactured and allow the engine coolant and ATF to mix. If the fluids mix, the engine and transmission may be permanently damaged and require replacement. Read More »
Service bulletin - Some 9-speed transmission warmers were improperly manufactured and allow the engine coolant and ATF to mix. If the fluids mix, the engine and transmission may be permanently damaged and require replacement. Read More »
Service bulletin - American Honda is extending the warranty on the 9-speed transmission warmers to 10 years from the original date of purchase with unlimited mileage. Read More »
Service bulletin - Some 9-speed transmission warmers were improperly manufactured and allow the engine coolant and ATF to mix. If the fluids mix, the engine and transmission may be permanently damaged and require replacement. Read More »
Dealer message - Today, August 4, 2017, American Honda is announcing two product updates and a warranty extension on certain model year 2016 Pilot vehicles to address vehicles with a possible leaking transmission warmer. Read More »
"SERVICENEWS ARTICLE - IN A 9-SPEED A/T, THE ATF LEVEL IS CRITICAL. IF IT?S TOO HIGH, THE TRANSMISSION COULD SHIFT HARD. IF IT?S TOO LOW, THE TRANSMISSION COULD SLIP. THIS TRANSMISSION ALSO DOESN?T USE A DIPSTICK. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - A JUDDER FROM THE TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK-UP CLUTCH MAY BE FELT WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 20 AND 60 MPH. THE PROBLEM IS TYPICALLY DIAGNOSED AS A BAD TORQUE CONVERTER. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE TRANSMISSION END COVER LEAKS ON VEHICLES WITH A 9-SPEED A/T. DURING ASSEMBLY, THE TRANSMISSION END COVER SEALING GASKET WAS TORN. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - TRANSMISSION FUNCTION IMPROVEMENTS: SENSATION OF SURGE WHILE BRAKING, SLOW DOWNSHIFT RESPONSE AT LOW ENGINE SPEEDS, AND OTHER LISTED SYMPTOMS. AMERICAN HONDA HAS MADE SEVERAL SHIFT QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS IN THE 2016 PILOT. Read More »
SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A FAIRLY LOW MILEAGE VEHICLE IN YOUR SHOP WITH THE MIL ON, THE GEAR POSITION INDICATOR BLINKING, AND A/T DTC P2638 (TORQUE FEEDBACK SIGNAL A RANGE/PERFORMANCE)? CHANCES ARE THE IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ... Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - REPLACEMENT TCMS DON?T COME WITH TRIM DATA. AFTER INSTALLATION, YOU NEED TO RUN A TEACH-IN (HYDRAULIC PRESSURE CHARACTERISTIC CALIBRATION) PROCEDURE WITH THE HDS. Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter. Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter. Read More »
Replacement TCMs don?t come with trim data. After installation, you need to run a teach-in (hydraulic pressure characteristic calibration) procedure with the HDS. Read More »
"SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE THAT HAS MULTIPLE INDICATORS ON OR WON?T GO INTO GEAR AND THE MIL IS ON WITH A/T DTC P26C3 (INTERNAL CONTROL MODULE TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR PERFORMANCE)? THERE MAY BE DEBRIS IN THE REVERSE ... Read More »
"SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE THAT HAS MULTIPLE INDICATORS ON OR WON?T GO INTO GEAR AND THE MIL IS ON WITH A/T DTC P26C3 (INTERNAL CONTROL MODULE TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR PERFORMANCE)? THERE MAY BE DEBRIS IN THE REVERSE ... Read More »
SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A FAIRLY LOW MILEAGE VEHICLE IN YOUR SHOP WITH THE MIL ON, THE GEAR POSITION INDICATOR BLINKING, AND A/T DTC P2638 (TORQUE FEEDBACK SIGNAL A RANGE/PERFORMANCE)? CHANCES ARE THE IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ... Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - PLANNING ON USING A LEAK CHECK DYE TO HELP FIND A LEAK? HERE?S THE CURRENT LIST OF VEHICLES THAT YOU SHOULDN?T USE DYE ON. Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Dealer message - Every Service Bulletin requires you to take an HDS snap shot and use the job aid or Tech2Tech to confirm the judder/shudder is coming from the torque converter. Read More »
Service news article - Because of a transmission case casting flaw, the inside of the torque converter bracket hole in some 9-speed A/Ts is porous enough that ATF could leak from the hole. Read More »
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. Read More »
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. Read More »
Service news article - Are you looking at what seems to be a rear differential axle seal or pinion seal leak? Something to keep in mind: The actual culprit may be something loose or damaged above it. Read More »
Service news article - Are you looking at what seems to be a rear differential axle seal or pinion seal leak? Something to keep in mind: The actual culprit may be something loose or damaged above it. Read More »
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Read More »
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Read More »
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may not restart automatically due to excessive cylinder pressure and/or low cranking torque. Read More »
Dealer Message - During development, the idle stop enable criteria was mis-set allowing idle stop to improperly engage while battery health is low. Read More »
Owner Notification Letter - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button. Also, the MID displays the error message KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, and DTC B12C5 (Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) is stored. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button. Also, MID displays the error message KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, and DTC B12C5 (Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) is stored. Read More »
Dealer Message - Today, December 9, 2020, American Honda is announcing a warranty extension for certain 2015-17 Fit, 2016-18 HR-V, 2016-17 Pilot, and 2017 Ridgeline vehicles. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilot Tourings or Elites with a customer complaint of a no auto re-start condition after going into an auto idle stop. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2017 Pilot Tourings or Elites with a customer complaint of a no auto re-start condition after going into an auto idle stop. Read More »
Service Bulletin - Bluetooth HandsFreeLink freezes after a phone call, and stored voice tags are missing when the ignition is turned to ON. Read More »
ServiceNews Article - Here's something you really ought to know about: When you play a DVD with 5.1 surround sound (Dolby Digital), you'll hear the dialogue coming from just the front speakers. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is interested in collecting batteries from multiple models. If you have replaced an OEM battery on a qualified vehicle, please follow the procedure below. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is interested in collecting batteries from multiple models. If you have replaced an OEM battery on a qualified vehicle, please follow the procedure below. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co, Inc. (AHM) has been collecting batteries from certain models under certain conditions. If you have replaced an OEM battery on a qualified vehicle, please follow the procedure below. Read More »
"Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co, Inc. (AHM) has been collecting batteries from certain models under certain conditions. If you have replaced an OEM battery on a qualified vehicle, please follow the procedure below. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Service bulletin - The Bluetooth ? HandsFreeLink ? (HFL) system freezes after a phone call, and the stored voice tags are missing when the ignition is turned to ON. Some audio units are not updated to the latest software version. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Tech line summary article - Until recently, Tech Line had only two categories for auto idle stop system issues. That made it hard for our engineering staff to understand what was specifically inhibiting the system. Read More »
Service bulletin - While driving, the customer may experience flickering interior/exterior lights, multiple indicators coming on, jerky steering and/or other voltage-related fluctuations. Read More »
Servicenews article - We?re getting reports of reduced engine power with the MIL on. Service techs are seeing DTC P0369 (CMP sensor circuit intermittent interruption) and signs of excessive camshaft end play. Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE AUTOMATIC IDLE STOP INOPERABLE. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE AUTOMATIC IDLE STOP INOPERABLE. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - IF YOUR CUSTOMER HAPPENS TO OWN AN ADA-EQUIPPED PILOT AND ACCORD (OR TWO OF EACH MODEL) AND PAIRS HIS OR HER PHONE TO BOTH ADA UNITS, HE OR SHE MAY FIND THAT BLUETOOTH WON?T CONNECT SOON AFTER PAIRING. Read More »
SERVICENEWS ARTICLE - WHEN LANEWATCH CAMERA AIMING IS COMPLETE, THE ANDROID DISPLAY AUDIO (ADA) SCREEN SHOULD SWITCH BACK TO THE LANEWATCH CAMERA VIEW. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - ARE YOU READING A DTC B121E (CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT LOST COMMUNICATION WITH TOUCH CONTROL PANEL) ON THE HDS AND YOU CAN?T FIND ANYTHING IN THE SERVICE INFORMATION TO HELP YOU TROUBLESHOOT IT? JUST USE THE ... Read More »
During manufacturing, the gauge control module software installed did not meet specification and there are two potential issues: ? The gauge control module adds mileage to the odometer when the OFF mode is selected (Touring and Elite ... Read More »
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - EDITOR?S NOTE: THIS ARTICLE REPLACES THE ONE POSTED IN SEPTEMBER 2015 TO EXTEND THAT ARTICLE?S SHELF LIFE. THE ISSUES COVERED ARE STILL BEING ADDRESSED. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is interested in collecting batteries from multiple models. If you have replaced an OEM battery on a qualified vehicle, please follow the procedure below. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is interested in collecting batteries from multiple models. If you have replaced an OEM battery on a qualified vehicle, please follow the procedure below. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co, Inc. (AHM) has been collecting batteries from certain models under certain conditions. If you have replaced an OEM battery on a qualified vehicle, please follow the procedure below. Read More »
"Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co, Inc. (AHM) has been collecting batteries from certain models under certain conditions. If you have replaced an OEM battery on a qualified vehicle, please follow the procedure below. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Servicenews article - There are two types of 12-volt batteries used in Honda vehicles today: the conventional flooded lead acid (FLA) battery and the absorbed glass mat (AGM) battery. Read More »
Servicenews article - There are two types of 12-volt batteries used in Honda vehicles today: the conventional flooded lead acid (FLA) battery and the absorbed glass mat (AGM) battery. Read More »
Servicenews article - We're currently looking into a no-start issue requiring 12-volt battery replacement. To fully understand what's causing it, we need to collect failed batteries from vehicles that meet these criteria. Read More »
Servicenews article - We're currently looking into a no-start issue requiring 12-volt battery replacement. To fully understand what's causing it, we need to collect failed batteries from vehicles that meet these criteria. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Tech line summary article - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - IF THE IGNITION INTERMITTENTLY WON?T TURN TO OFF OR IT JUST TURNS TO ACCESSORY, YOU CAN WIND UP WITH A DEAD BATTERY. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The engine will not crank on initial startup after precipitation and sub-freezing temperatures. Water can enter the starter motor, and when temperatures drop below freezing, the water will freeze inside the starter motor. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2017 Pilot Tourings or Elites with a customer complaint of a no auto re-start condition after going into an auto idle stop. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co.(AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12V battery to be replaced. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - IF THE IGNITION INTERMITTENTLY WON?T TURN TO OFF OR IT JUST TURNS TO ACCESSORY, YOU CAN WIND UP WITH A DEAD BATTERY. IF YOU GET A VEHICLE IN FOR THIS CONCERN, CONTACT TECH LINE FOR REPAIR INFO. Read More »
Servicenews article - We?re getting reports of reduced engine power with the MIL on. Service techs are seeing DTC P0369 (CMP sensor circuit intermittent interruption) and signs of excessive camshaft end play. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - TODAY, DECEMBER 16, 2015, AMERICAN HONDA IS ANNOUNCING A WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR CERTAIN 2016 PILOT VEHICLES AFFECTED BY SERVICE BULLETINS 15-073 AND 15-074. Read More »
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Read More »
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may not restart automatically due to excessive cylinder pressure and/or low cranking torque. Read More »
Dealer Message - During development, the idle stop enable criteria was mis-set allowing idle stop to improperly engage while battery health is low. Read More »
Dealer Message - The fuel injectors may not have been manufactured to proper specifications. As a result, debris from the high pressure pump or the fuel injector machining process may cause internal wear or clogging inside one or more ... Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter. Read More »
Tech line summary article - When looking at the Speed Dial list, are the voice tag icons missing from phone entries that were previously voice tagged? This seems to happen randomly and when it does, the voice-tagged entries aren't ... Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter. Read More »
"FOLLOWUP NOTICE - OUR RECORDS INDICATE THAT A PRODUCT UPDATE HAS NOT BEEN COMPLETED ON THIS VEHICLE; REFER TO THE ADDRESS CARD FOR THE AFFECTED VIN. Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter. Read More »
FOLLOWUP NOTICE - OUR RECORDS INDICATE THAT A PRODUCT UPDATE HAS NOT BEEN COMPLETED ON THIS VEHICLE; REFER TO THE ADDRESS CARD FOR THE AFFECTED VIN. Read More »
"SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION SYSTEM THAT MAY CAUSE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: ? AUDIO MAKES SKIPPING/HELICOPTER NOISE. ? SCREEN GOES BLANK WHEN QUICKLY SHIFTING INTO REVERSE AFTER START. Read More »
"SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT THAT MAY CAUSE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: ? AUDIO MAKES SKIPPING/HELICOPTER NOISE. ? SCREEN GOES BLANK WHEN QUICKLY SHIFTING INTO REVERSE AFTER START. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - ALTHOUGH SIMILAR, THE HONDALINK AND HONDALINK EV APPS AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD ON THE APPLE APPS STORE AND GOOGLE PLAY ARE NOT THE SAME. FURTHERMORE, EACH APP APPLIES TO SPECIFIC MODELS. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT THAT MAY CAUSE THE DISPLAY SCREEN, INCLUDING ANY VIDEO IMAGES, TO GO BLANK AND THE UNIT TO STOP WORKING. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - POWERTRAIN SOFTWARE UPDATE TO REMEDY SURGE WHILE BRAKING, SLOW DOWNSHIFT RESPONSE AT LOW ENGINE SPEEDS, AND OTHER SYMPTOMS. Read More »
On some 2016 Pilot Touring and Elite vehicles, the gauge control module software installed did not meet specification and the gauge control module adds mileage to the odometer when the OFF mode is selected. Read More »
Contact any authorized Honda dealer for an appointment to have your vehicles audio-navigation unit software updated. This work will be done free of charge. Read More »
During manufacturing, the gauge control module software installed did not meet specification and there are two potential issues: ? The gauge control module adds mileage to the odometer when the OFF mode is selected (Touring and Elite ... Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT THAT MAY CAUSE THE DISPLAY SCREEN, INCLUDING ANY VIDEO IMAGES, TO GO BLANK AND THE UNIT TO STOP WORKING. Read More »
BACKGROUND There is a software problem within the audio-navigation unit that may cause the display screen, including any video images, to go blank and the unit to stop working Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT THAT MAY CAUSE THE DISPLAY SCREEN, INCLUDING ANY VIDEO IMAGES, TO GO BLANK AND THE UNIT TO STOP WORKING. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - DURING THE SHUTDOWN PROCESS, THE AUDIO/NAVI SYSTEM MAY ENTER INTO AN INFINITE LOOP THAT THE FAIL-SAFE MECHANISM CANNOT BREAK OUT OF. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT THAT MAY CAUSE THE DISPLAY SCREEN, INCLUDING ANY VIDEO IMAGES, TO GO BLANK AND THE UNIT TO STOP WORKING. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT THAT MAY CAUSE THE DISPLAY SCREEN TO GO BLANK AND THE UNIT TO STOP WORKING. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - ON OCTOBER 15, 2015, AMERICAN HONDA NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A STOP SALE ORDER AND SAFETY RECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY 35,400 MODEL YEAR 2016 PILOT VEHICLES. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - ENTERING THE AUDIO SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC MODE ON AN ANDROID DISPLAY AUDIO TAKES A LITTLE MORE PRECISE TIMING THAN WHAT YOU MIGHT BE USED TO. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - TODAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2015, AMERICAN HONDA IS ANNOUNCING A PRODUCT UPDATE FOR 7,537 2016 PILOT VEHICLES TO UPDATE THE GAUGE CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE. Read More »
"SERVICE BULLETIN - DURING MANUFACTURING, THE GAUGE CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE INSTALLED DID NOT MEET SPECIFICATION AND THERE ARE TWO POTENTIAL ISSUES: ? THE GAUGE CONTROL MODULE ADDS MILEAGE TO THE ODOMETER WHEN THE OFF MODE IS SELECTED ... Read More »
2016 HONDA PILOT: BULLETIN COVERS PRODUCT UPDATE, A NON-COMPLIANCE RECALL AND A SERVICE REPAIR RESULTING FROM FAULTY SOFTWARE. SOFTWARE UPDATED. *CN Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - YESTERDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2015, AMERICAN HONDA NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A SAFETYRECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY 35,400 MODEL YEAR 2016 PILOT VEHICLES DUE TOSOFTWARE ISSUES THAT MAY CAUSE DIFFERENT ERRORS IN THE COMBI METER ASSEMBLY. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The headlight seal may become damaged from a misadjusted hood. Damage to the headlight seal may lead to moisture condensation building up in the headlight. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front passengera??s power window inop from either the drivera??s ... Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front passengera??s power window inop from either the drivera??s ... Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front passengera??s power window inop from either the drivera??s ... Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the passengera??s power window inop from drivera??s master window ... Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - IS THE PANORAMIC GLASS ROOF SUNSHADE BINDING, SAGGING, OR BUNCHING? IF SO, REPLACE IT. THE REPLACEMENT SUNSHADE HAS BEEN COUNTERMEASURED NOT TO DO THIS. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - IS THE PANORAMIC GLASS ROOF SUNSHADE BINDING, SAGGING, OR BUNCHING? IF SO, REPLACE IT. THE REPLACEMENT SUNSHADE HAS BEEN COUNTERMEASURED NOT TO DO THIS. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front passengera??s power window inop from either the drivera??s ... Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front passengera??s power window inop from either the drivera??s ... Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the passengera??s power window inop from drivera??s master window ... Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2017 Pilots & 2017 Ridgeline with a customer complaint of the front driver's and/or the passenger's window slow to open/close. Read More »
Service bulletin - One or more window glass moves slowly while opening or closing. Additionally, if a window does move slowly, it is possible for the vehicle to unlearn the auto up/down feature on the driver's or front passenger's window. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2017 Pilots & 2017 Ridgeline with a customer complaint of the front driver's and/or the passenger's window slow to open/close. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS & 2017 RIDGELINE WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE FRONT DRIVER?S AND/OR THE PASSENGER?S WINDOW SLOW TO OPEN/CLOSE. Read More »
ENGINEERING REQUEST FOR INVESTIGATION - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS & 2017 RIDGELINE WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE FRONT DRIVER?S AND/OR THE PASSENGER?S WINDOW SLOW TO OPEN/CLOSE. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS & 2017 RIDGELINE WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE FRONT DRIVER?S AND/OR THE PASSENGER?S WINDOW SLOW TO OPEN/CLOSE. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - ONE OR MORE WINDOW GLASS MOVES SLOWLY WHILE OPENING OR CLOSING. ADDITIONALLY, IF A WINDOW DOES MOVE SLOWLY, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE VEHICLE TO UNLEARN THE AUTO UP/DOWN FEATURE ON THE DRIVER?S OR FRONT PASSENGER?S WINDOW. Read More »
Tech line summary article - Is the panoramic glass roof sunshade binding, sagging, or bunching? If so, replace it. The replacement sunshade has been countermeasured not to do this. Read More »
Service bulletin - Certain units have roof molding retaining clips that are spread too far apart. In high crosswinds, there is a possibility that the molding may detach. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - IS THE PANORAMIC GLASS ROOF SUNSHADE BINDING, SAGGING, OR BUNCHING? IF SO, REPLACE IT. THE REPLACEMENT SUNSHADE HAS BEEN COUNTERMEASURED NOT TO DO THIS. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - IS THE PANORAMIC GLASS ROOF SUNSHADE BINDING, SAGGING, OR BUNCHING? IF SO, REPLACE IT. THE REPLACEMENT SUNSHADE HAS BEEN COUNTERMEASURED NOT TO DO THIS. Read More »
THIS COMMUNICATION IS INFORMING HONDA OF A DELAMINATION ISSUES WITHIN AN I.C. PRODUCED BY NXP AND ASSEMBLED INTO AIRBAG SENSOR SUPPLIED BY DENSO INTERNATIONAL AMERICA, INC. Read More »
THIS COMMUNICATION IS INFORMING HONDA OF A DELAMINATION ISSUES WITHIN AN I.C. PRODUCED BY NXP AND ASSEMBLED INTO AIRBAG SENSOR SUPPLIED BY DENSO INTERNATIONAL AMERICA, INC. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - ON JUNE 20, 2015, AMERICAN HONDA ANNOUNCED A STOP SALE AND SAFETY RECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY 1,700 2016 PILOT VEHICLES. PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED Q&A FILE FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS RELATED TO THIS SAFETY RECALL. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE THIRD ROW SEAT BELTS ARE TRAPPED UNDER THE THIRD ROW SEAT TRIM. INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, RELEASE THE THIRD ROW SEAT BELTS. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - ON SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2015, AMERICAN HONDA ANNOUNCED A STOP SALE AND SAFETY RECALL FOR 1,1382016 PILOT VEHICLES DUE TO CONCERNS WITH THIRD ROW SEAT BELTS. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - TODAY, SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2015, AMERICAN HONDA IS ANNOUNCING A STOP SALE AND SAFETY RECALL FOR 1,139 2016 PILOT VEHICLES DUE TO CONCERNS WITH THIRD ROW SEAT BELTS. Read More »
Service Bulletin - This warranty extension only applies to 2013-14 Odyssey and 2013-16 Pilot vehicles that are painted NH-603P White Diamond Pearl. The exterior paint on the roof and/or tailgate may peel off. Read More »
Dealer Message - In the last few weeks, American Honda has issued several paint warranty extension service bulletins on the Pilot, Odyssey, HR-V and Fit models due to paint defects under S/B# 19-055, 19-056, 19 057, 19-058 and 19-064. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The exterior paint on the roof and/or tailgate may peel off. American Honda is extending the warranty on the paint of the affected vehicles to 7 years from the original date of purchase with no mileage limit. Read More »
Dealer Message - Today, June 1, 2019, American Honda is announcing a warranty extension for certain 2011-14 Odyssey and 2013-16 Pilot vehicles with either Taffeta White or White Diamond Pearl paint to address customer concerns with ... Read More »
Service bulletin - The hood flutters or vibrates at highway speeds. Adjust the hood edge cushions to slightly touch the hood while still maintaining proper hood alignment. Read More »
ENGINEERING REQUEST FOR INVESTIGATION - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF WIND NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR LEFT DOOR ARE OR A LOOSE/DEFORMED WEATHERSTRIP ON THE REAR LEFT DOOR. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF WIND NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR LEFT DOOR ARE OR A LOOSE/DEFORMED WEATHERSTRIP ON THE REAR LEFT DOOR. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF WIND NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR LEFT DOOR ARE OR A LOOSE/DEFORMED WEATHERSTRIP ON THE REAR LEFT DOOR. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF WIND NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR LEFT DOOR ARE OR A LOOSE/DEFORMED WEATHERSTRIP ON THE REAR LEFT DOOR. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF WIND NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR LEFT DOOR ARE OR A LOOSE/DEFORMED WEATHERSTRIP ON THE REAR LEFT DOOR. Read More »
ENGINEERING REQUEST FOR INVESTIGATION - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF WIND NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR LEFT DOOR ARE OR A LOOSE/DEFORMED WEATHERSTRIP ON THE REAR LEFT DOOR. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The exterior paint on the roof and/or tailgate may peel off. American Honda is extending the warranty on the paint of the affected vehicles to 7 years from the original date of purchase with no mileage limit. Read More »
Tech line summary article - Some customers have reported that when opening the tailgate after it rains they?re getting doused with a stream of water while standing under it. We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation. Read More »
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - SOME CUSTOMERS HAVE REPORTED THAT WHEN OPENING THE TAILGATE AFTER IT RAINS THEY?RE GETTING DOUSED WITH A STREAM OF WATER WHILE STANDING UNDER IT. WE?RE AWARE OF THIS ISSUE AND HAVE IT UNDER INVESTIGATION. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - SOME CUSTOMERS HAVE REPORTED THAT WHEN OPENING THE TAILGATE AFTER IT RAINS THEY?RE GETTING DOUSED WITH A STREAM OF WATER WHILE STANDING UNDER IT. WE?RE AWARE OF THIS ISSUE AND HAVE IT UNDER INVESTIGATION. Read More »
Servicenews article - Loose bulkhead cover latches and strikers can cause a grinding, rattle, flutter, buzz and/or vibration from the front of the vehicle when lightly accelerating with the engine speed under 2,000 rpm. Read More »
Servicenews article - Loose bulkhead cover latches and strikers can cause a grinding, rattle, flutter, buzz and/or vibration from the front of the vehicle when lightly accelerating with the engine speed under 2,000 rpm. Read More »
Service bulletin - Certain units have roof molding retaining clips that are spread too far apart. In high crosswinds, there is a possibility that the molding may detach. Read More »
Service bulletin - The roof molding front end caps become loose and lift away from roof panel. The roof molding front end caps are not held on securely. Read More »
Service bulletin - The roof molding front end caps become loose and lift away from roof panel. The roof molding front end caps are not held on securely. Read More »
Customer letter - Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. On some 2016 Pilot vehicles, the roof molding retaining clips are spread too far apart. Read More »
Service bulletin - Certain units have roof molding retaining clips that are spread too far apart. In high crosswinds, there is a possibility that the molding may detach. Read More »
ON SOME 2016 Pilot vehicles, the roof molding retaining clips are spread too far apart, high crosswinds, there is a possibility that the molding may detach. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilot Tourings or Elites with a customer complaint of a no auto re-start condition after going into an auto idle stop. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - THE 2016 PILOT OWNER?S MANUAL INCLUDED ON THE OWNER INFORMATION CD AND THE PDI CHECKLIST BOOK, CONTAIN AN INCORRECT WHEEL TORQUE SPECIFICATION. SERVICE REPAIR INFORMATION ON SIS FOR THE 2016PILOT IS CORRECT. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - THE 2016 PILOT OWNER?S MANUAL INCLUDED ON THE OWNER INFORMATION CD AND THE PDI CHECKLIST BOOK, CONTAIN AN INCORRECT WHEEL TORQUE SPECIFICATION. SERVICE REPAIR INFORMATION ON SIS FOR THE 2016 PILOT IS CORRECT. Read More »
Service Bulletin - There is a loud buzzing or whining when adjusting the drivera??s or front passengera??s seat forward and backward. This is due to the issue that the flex cable in the seat adjustment mechanism is not correctly lubricated. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The bolt holes for the replacement second row seat frames are not threaded and require special self-tapping bolts to secure the seat cushion and seat-back frame to the seat frame. Read More »
Service Bulletin - There is a loud buzzing or whining when adjusting the driver's or front passenger's seat forward and backward. The flex cable in the seat adjustment mechanism is not correctly lubricated. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2018 Pilots with a customer complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2018 Pilots with a customer complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2018 Pilots with a customer complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. Read More »
Engineering request for investigation - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2018 Pilots with a customer complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2018 Pilots with a customer complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. Read More »
Servicenews article - The seat heaters offer passengers some level of comfort in colder weather when the seats or inside cabin temperature are on the cool to cold side. Read More »
Servicenews article - The seat heaters offer passengers some level of comfort in colder weather when the seats or inside cabin temperature are on the cool to cold side. Read More »
Tech line summary article - The seat heaters offer passengers some level of comfort in colder weather when the seats or inside cabin temperature are on the cool to cold side. Read More »
Service bulletin - The driver?s and/or front passenger?s seat heaters work intermittently or may not operate at all. The heater wire of the heater element can get pinched or broken in the trench area of the seat cushion. Read More »
Servicenews article - The seat heaters offer passengers some level of comfort in colder weather when the seats or inside cabin temperature are on the cool to cold side. Read More »
Servicenews article - The seat heaters offer passengers some level of comfort in colder weather when the seats or inside cabin temperature are on the cool to cold side. Read More »
Tech line summary article - The seat heaters offer passengers some level of comfort in colder weather when the seats or inside cabin temperature are on the cool to cold side. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE SEAT BOTTOM HEATER NOT WORKING. Read More »
ENGINEERING REQUEST - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE SEAT BOTTOM HEATER NOT WORKING. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE SEAT BOTTOM HEATER NOT WORKING. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - THE SEAT HEATERS OFFER PASSENGERS SOME LEVEL OF COMFORT IN COLDER WEATHER WHEN THE SEATS OR INSIDE CABIN TEMPERATURE ARE ON THE COOL TO COLD SIDE. Read More »
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - THE SEAT HEATERS OFFER PASSENGERS SOME LEVEL OF COMFORT IN COLDER WEATHER WHEN THE SEATS OR INSIDE CABIN TEMPERATURE ARE ON THE COOL TO COLD SIDE. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AHM IS INVESTIGATING CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS OF THE SEAT BOTTOM HEATER NOT WORKING. PLEASE SEND SPECIFIC PARTS TO AHM PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING A REPAIR OF ANY KIND. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AHM IS INVESTIGATING CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE SEAT BOTTOM HEATER NOT WORKING. PLEASE RETURN CERTAIN PARTS TO AHM PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING A REPAIR OF ANY KIND. Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter. Read More »
American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. Read More »
American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. Read More »
There is a software problem within the audio-navigation unit that may cause the display screen, including any video images, to go blank and the unit to stop working. Read More »
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube. Read More »
"Owner Notification Letter - On some 2016-17 Pilot, 2017 Ridgeline, and 2018 Odysey models, the malfunction indicator light (MIL) may come on if one of the following diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) are stored: - P0420 (rear bank catalyst ... Read More »
Owner Notification Letter - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button. Also, the MID displays the error message KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, and DTC B12C5 (Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) is stored. Read More »
Service Bulletin - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button. Also, MID displays the error message KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, and DTC B12C5 (Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) is stored. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2018-2019 Odysseys, 2016-2019 Pilots & 2017-2019 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of a fuel leak at the fuel joint pipe. Read More »
ServiceNews Article - Here's something you really ought to know about: When you play a DVD with 5.1 surround sound (Dolby Digital), you'll hear the dialogue coming from just the front speakers. Read More »
Servicenews article - Loose bulkhead cover latches and strikers can cause a grinding, rattle, flutter, buzz and/or vibration from the front of the vehicle when lightly accelerating with the engine speed under 2,000 rpm. Read More »
Service bulletin - The roof molding front end caps become loose and lift away from roof panel. The roof molding front end caps are not held on securely. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - IF THERE?S AN EVAP SYSTEM LEAK FROM THE FILLER NECK (DTC P0455 [EVAP SYSTEM LARGE LEAK DETECTED] OR P0456 [EVAP SYSTEM VERY SMALL LEAK DETECTED] IS SET), DON?T REPLACE THE FUEL FILL PIPE! INSTEAD, REPLACE THE ... Read More »
"SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE THAT HAS MULTIPLE INDICATORS ON OR WON?T GO INTO GEAR AND THE MIL IS ON WITH A/T DTC P26C3 (INTERNAL CONTROL MODULE TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR PERFORMANCE)? THERE MAY BE DEBRIS IN THE REVERSE ... Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE AUTOMATIC IDLE STOP INOPERABLE. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - ONE OR MORE WINDOW GLASS MOVES SLOWLY WHILE OPENING OR CLOSING. ADDITIONALLY, IF A WINDOW DOES MOVE SLOWLY, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE VEHICLE TO UNLEARN THE AUTO UP/DOWN FEATURE ON THE DRIVER?S OR FRONT PASSENGER?S WINDOW. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WHEN LOOKING AT THE SPEED DIAL LIST, ARE THE VOICE TAG ICONS MISSING FROM PHONE ENTRIES THAT WERE PREVIOUSLY VOICE TAGGED? THIS SEEMS TO HAPPEN RANDOMLY AND WHEN IT DOES, THE VOICE-TAGGED ENTRIES AREN?T ... Read More »
ON SOME 2016 Pilot vehicles, the roof molding retaining clips are spread too far apart, high crosswinds, there is a possibility that the molding may detach. Read More »
Background American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. Read More »
Background American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - CERTAIN UNITS HAVE ROOF MOLDING RETAINING CLIPS THAT ARE SPREAD TOO FAR APART. IN HIGH CROSSWINDS, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE MOLDING MAY DETACH. Read More »
Service Bulletin - Service Manual Update: DTC B121E - The service information is missing the troubleshooting procedures for DTC B121E climate control lunit lost communication with touch control panel DTC B121E was mistakenly assigned to ... Read More »
On Friday, January 29, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. notified NHTSA of a stop sale and safety recall for certain 2016 Civic vehicles due to potentially missing or mis-set piston pin snap rings that may cause engine stall or failure. Read More »
BACKGROUND There is a software problem within the audio-navigation unit that may cause the display screen, including any video images, to go blank and the unit to stop working Read More »
"SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE ARE CURRENTLY TWO BULLETINS THAT APPLY TO AN ODOMETER OVERSTATEMENT ISSUE: S/B 15-073, NON-COMPLIANCE RECALL: GAUGE CONTROL MODULE ? FCAN BUS OFF, PRODUCT UPDATE: GAUGE CONTROL MODULE ? ODOMETER MILEAGE, GAUGE ... Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - YESTERDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2015, AMERICAN HONDA NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A SAFETYRECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY 35,400 MODEL YEAR 2016 PILOT VEHICLES DUE TOSOFTWARE ISSUES THAT MAY CAUSE DIFFERENT ERRORS IN THE COMBI METER ASSEMBLY. Read More »
ServiceNews Article - Here's something you really ought to know about: When you play a DVD with 5.1 surround sound (Dolby Digital), you'll hear the dialogue coming from just the front speakers. Read More »
Servicenews article - Until recently, Tech Line had only two categories for auto idle stop system issues. That made it hard for our engineering staff to understand what was specifically inhibiting the system. Read More »
"FOLLOWUP NOTICE - OUR RECORDS INDICATE THAT A PRODUCT UPDATE HAS NOT BEEN COMPLETED ON THIS VEHICLE; REFER TO THE ADDRESS CARD FOR THE AFFECTED VIN. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE AUTOMATIC IDLE STOP INOPERABLE. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WHEN LOOKING AT THE SPEED DIAL LIST, ARE THE VOICE TAG ICONS MISSING FROM PHONE ENTRIES THAT WERE PREVIOUSLY VOICE TAGGED? THIS SEEMS TO HAPPEN RANDOMLY AND WHEN IT DOES, THE VOICE-TAGGED ENTRIES AREN?T ... Read More »
"SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT THAT MAY CAUSE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: ? AUDIO MAKES SKIPPING/HELICOPTER NOISE. ? SCREEN GOES BLANK WHEN QUICKLY SHIFTING INTO REVERSE AFTER START. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - SOME CUSTOMERS WITH SAMSUNG/ANDROID SMARTPHONES HAVE REPORTED THAT WHILE PLAYING PANDORA THROUGH HFL, A NO DEVICE CONNECTED MESSAGE APPEARS ON THE DISPLAY AUDIO SCREEN AND PANDORA STOPS WORKING. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WHEN LOOKING AT THE SPEED DIAL LIST, ARE THE VOICE TAG ICONS MISSING FROM PHONE ENTRIES THAT WERE PREVIOUSLY VOICE TAGGED? THIS SEEMS TO HAPPEN RANDOMLY AND WHEN IT DOES, THE VOICE-TAGGED ENTRIES AREN?T ... Read More »
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE IN YOUR SHOP FOR ANY OF THESE ISSUES? ? WHEN STARTING UP THE VEHICLE, THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM POSITION IS INCORRECT. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - SOME CUSTOMERS WITH SAMSUNG/ANDROID SMARTPHONES HAVE REPORTED THAT WHILE PLAYING PANDORA THROUGH HFL, A NO DEVICE CONNECTED MESSAGE APPEARS ON THE DISPLAY AUDIO SCREEN AND PANDORA STOPS WORKING. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WHEN PLAYING THE AUDIO UNIT, ARE YOU HEARING A NOISE FROM THE SPEAKERS THAT SOUNDS LIKE A HELICOPTER HOVERING OR A CD SKIPPING? THIS NOISE SEEMS TO BE INFLUENCED BY THE NEURAL (SURROUND SOUND) SETTING. Read More »
TECH LINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - CERTAIN BLU-RAY DISC MAY NOT PLAY ON THE REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM DUE TO A RECENTLY RELEASED FILE FORMAT. TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION, THE AUDIO UNIT WILL BE REPLACED SOMETIME IN EARLY AUGUST. Read More »
DEALER MESSAGE - DURING THE SHUTDOWN PROCESS, THE AUDIO/NAVI SYSTEM MAY ENTER INTO AN INFINITE LOOP THAT THE FAIL-SAFE MECHANISM CANNOT BREAK OUT OF. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - ENTERING THE AUDIO SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC MODE ON AN ANDROID DISPLAY AUDIO TAKES A LITTLE MORE PRECISE TIMING THAN WHAT YOU MIGHT BE USED TO. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016PILOTS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE ANDROID DISPLAY AUDIO SCREEN GOING BLANK AND IS INOPERATIVE EVEN AFTER A KEY CYCLE. Read More »
FOLLOWUP NOTICE - OUR RECORDS INDICATE THAT A PRODUCT UPDATE HAS NOT BEEN COMPLETED ON THIS VEHICLE; REFER TO THE ADDRESS CARD FOR THE AFFECTED VIN. Read More »
"SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION SYSTEM THAT MAY CAUSE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: ? AUDIO MAKES SKIPPING/HELICOPTER NOISE. ? SCREEN GOES BLANK WHEN QUICKLY SHIFTING INTO REVERSE AFTER START. Read More »
"SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT THAT MAY CAUSE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: ? AUDIO MAKES SKIPPING/HELICOPTER NOISE. ? SCREEN GOES BLANK WHEN QUICKLY SHIFTING INTO REVERSE AFTER START. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT THAT MAY CAUSE THE DISPLAY SCREEN, INCLUDING ANY VIDEO IMAGES, TO GO BLANK AND THE UNIT TO STOP WORKING. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - SOME CUSTOMERS WITH SAMSUNG/ANDROID SMARTPHONES HAVE REPORTED THAT WHILE PLAYING PANDORA THROUGH HFL, A NO DEVICE CONNECTED MESSAGE APPEARS ON THE DISPLAY AUDIO SCREEN AND PANDORA STOPS WORKING. Read More »
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE IN YOUR SHOP FOR ANY OF THESE ISSUES? ? WHEN STARTING UP THE VEHICLE, THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM POSITION IS INCORRECT. Read More »
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WHEN YOU START UP THE VEHICLE, THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM CAN TAKE FROM 5??30 SECONDS TO FIND ITS LOCATION ON THE MAP. SOMETIMES THE SYSTEM WON?FT LOCATE IT UNTIL THE VEHICLE STARTS TO MOVE. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WHEN YOU START UP THE VEHICLE, THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM CAN TAKE FROM 5 TO 30 SECONDS TO LOCATE IT ON THE MAP. SOMETIMES THE SYSTEM WON?T LOCATE IT UNTIL THE VEHICLE STARTS TO MOVE. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT THAT MAY CAUSE THE DISPLAY SCREEN, INCLUDING ANY VIDEO IMAGES, TO GO BLANK AND THE UNIT TO STOP WORKING. Read More »
There is a software problem within the audio-navigation unit that may cause the display screen, including any video images, to go blank and the unit to stop working. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT THAT MAY CAUSE THE DISPLAY SCREEN, INCLUDING ANY VIDEO IMAGES, TO GO BLANK AND THE UNIT TO STOP WORKING. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM WITHIN THE AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT THAT MAY CAUSE THE DISPLAY SCREEN, INCLUDING ANY VIDEO IMAGES, TO GO BLANK AND THE UNIT TO STOP WORKING. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - ENTERING THE AUDIO SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC MODE ON AN ANDROID DISPLAY AUDIO TAKES A LITTLE MORE PRECISE TIMING THAN WHAT YOU MIGHT BE USED TO. Read More »
Servicenews article - Until recently, Tech Line had only two categories for auto idle stop system issues. That made it hard for our engineering staff to understand what was specifically inhibiting the system. Read More »
Servicenews article - Until recently, Tech Line had only two categories for auto idle stop system issues. That made it hard for our engineering staff to understand what was specifically inhibiting the system. Read More »
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE SERVICE INFORMATION IS MISSING THE TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES FOR DTC B121E (CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT LOST COMMUNICATION WITH TOUCH CONTROL PANEL). DTC B121E WAS MISTAKENLY ASSIGNED TO THIS VEHICLE AND DOES NOT APPLY. Read More »
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - ARE YOU READING A DTC B121E (CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT LOST COMMUNICATION WITH TOUCH CONTROL PANEL) ON THE HDS AND YOU CAN?T FIND ANYTHING IN THE SERVICE INFORMATION TO HELP YOU TROUBLESHOOT IT? JUST USE THE ... Read More »
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - EDITOR?S NOTE: THIS ARTICLE REPLACES THE ONE POSTED IN SEPTEMBER 2015 TO EXTEND THAT ARTICLE?S SHELF LIFE. THE ISSUES COVERED ARE STILL BEING ADDRESSED. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - THE 2016 PILOT OWNER?S MANUAL INCLUDED ON THE OWNER INFORMATION CD AND THE PDI CHECKLIST BOOK, CONTAIN AN INCORRECT WHEEL TORQUE SPECIFICATION. SERVICE REPAIR INFORMATION ON SIS FOR THE 2016PILOT IS CORRECT. Read More »
"DEALER MESSAGE - THE 2016 PILOT OWNER?S MANUAL INCLUDED ON THE OWNER INFORMATION CD AND THE PDI CHECKLIST BOOK, CONTAIN AN INCORRECT WHEEL TORQUE SPECIFICATION. SERVICE REPAIR INFORMATION ON SIS FOR THE 2016 PILOT IS CORRECT. Read More »
"Owner Notification Letter - On some 2016-17 Pilot, 2017 Ridgeline, and 2018 Odysey models, the malfunction indicator light (MIL) may come on if one of the following diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) are stored: - P0420 (rear bank catalyst ... Read More »
Service Bulletin - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button. Also, MID displays the error message KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, and DTC B12C5 (Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) is stored. Read More »
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. Read More »
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. Read More »
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. Read More »
Service bulletin - Certain units have roof molding retaining clips that are spread too far apart. In high crosswinds, there is a possibility that the molding may detach. Read More »
On Friday, January 29, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. notified NHTSA of a stop sale and safety recall for certain 2016 Civic vehicles due to potentially missing or mis-set piston pin snap rings that may cause engine stall or failure. Read More »
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of the Android Display Audio screen going blank and is inoperative even after a key cycle. Read More »
"Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant Gas Leak Detector -Ultrasonic Leak Detector -Leak Dye" Read More »
Service bulletin - The A/C does not blow cold air, and the lower corner of the condenser around the receiver/dryer cap is stained. There is poor O-ring compression against the receiver/dryer barrel wall. Read More »
Service bulletin - The A/C does not blow cold air, and the lower corner of the condenser around the receiver/dryer cap is stained. There is poor O-ring compression against the receiver/dryer barrel wall. Read More »
Are you reading a DTC B121E (climate control unit lost communication with touch control panel) on the HDS and you can?t find anything in the service information to help you troubleshoot it? Just use the troubleshooting procedure for DTC ... Read More »
