2015 Honda Pilot: Engine complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 24 owner complaints for the 2015 Honda Pilot that list the engine component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11753531 (filed 07/29/2026): “On july 3, 2026 the check engine light, check vsa warning and check emissions warning indicators all illuminated simultaneously and the vehicle began to misfire and sputter which triggered an immediate slow down of traffic behind me. my local honda dealership acknowledged a known defect with 2013 - …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11723907 (filed 03/12/2026): “While driving in traffic the vehicle suddenly began to sputter and lose power with check engine light flashing on the dash board. i was able to pull over and limp the car the one mile to my home on side streets. i parked the vehicle and called for a tow truck to tow the vehicle to my local dealersh…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11721437 (filed 03/02/2026): “The contact owns a 2015 honda pilot. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. in addition, the error message instructed the driver to pull over immediately. the vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with piston ring …”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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