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2018 Honda Pilot Recall

Honda Pilot Recall service at Hare Honda in Avon, IN

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Recall Summary

2 recalls found · All repairs FREE

Seat

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 18V221000 · 5,827 vehicles affected

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles and 2018 Acura MDX vehicles. The front driver and passenger powered seats in the Honda vehicles and the driver powered seats in the Acura vehicles may have been assembled with improperly manufactured rivets. In the event of a crash, the rivets can break causing the seats not to be secured to the floor. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVS

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the floor, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver seat frame assembly in Acura MDX vehicles, and replace the driver and front passenger seat slide rail frames in Honda Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall is D0S, and T0T.

Seat1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 18V221000 · 5,827 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the floor, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Timing belt1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 19V298000 · 93,946 vehicles affected

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.

Consequence

Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall is expected to begin June 1, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is L4M. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is Z4L.

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Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions answered

What recalls has NHTSA issued for the 2018 Honda Pilot?

NHTSA has issued two recalls for the 2018 Honda Pilot: one affecting the seat and one affecting the timing belt.
The seat recall involves front powered-seat slide rail frames that may not remain secured during a crash.
The timing belt recall involves teeth that may separate and cause an engine stall.

How do I check if my 2018 Honda Pilot has an open recall?

You can check your 2018 Honda Pilot at NHTSA.gov or get a free VIN check at the Hare Honda service department.
Hare Honda can compare your VIN with Honda's open recall records and explain the applicable remedy.

How much does a 2018 Honda Pilot recall repair cost?

A 2018 Honda Pilot recall repair is free at an authorized Honda dealer when the VIN qualifies for the campaign.
Honda specifies the remedy, and the authorized dealer performs the repair at no charge to the owner.

Can an independent shop fix a 2018 Honda Pilot recall?

No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer remedy at no charge.
Hare Honda has factory-trained technicians, Honda diagnostic tools, and OEM parts for applicable recall repairs.

Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2018 Honda Pilot?

Buyers and dealers check recall status, so completing an open recall can help provide a clearer trade-in evaluation.
When you are ready to discuss your vehicle, visit our trade-in page.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights

Safety Comes First

NHTSA recall information identifies two safety concerns for the 2018 Honda Pilot. Improperly manufactured seat rivets may break in a crash, allowing the front seats to become unsecured and increasing the risk of injury. Separately, timing belt teeth may separate, which can cause an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash. These conditions are not issues to postpone when a recall remains open. Waiting can leave a known safety concern unresolved. Hare Honda can check your VIN and complete the applicable Honda remedy, including seat slide rail frame replacement or timing belt inspection and replacement, at no charge when the campaign applies.

Honda-Certified Expertise

Hare Honda serves Avon, Brownsburg, Plainfield, Danville, Indianapolis, and nearby Indiana communities with service designed for Honda drivers. Our factory-trained technicians use manufacturer diagnostic tools, OEM parts, and Honda repair procedures to address recall concerns correctly. The manufacturer defines the remedy, while our authorized franchise dealership performs the qualifying repair free of charge. Whether your Pilot has a seat or timing belt recall, our team can explain the inspection process and help arrange the proper next step. Visit Hare Honda at 8693 E US Hwy 36 in Avon, IN, for confident, manufacturer-supported service.

Start With a Free VIN Check

Begin by locating your Pilot's VIN and contacting Hare Honda's service team. We can check for open recalls, explain what the VIN indicates, and arrange the appropriate manufacturer remedy. Bring the vehicle in for inspection and schedule service even if you are unsure whether a previous repair was completed, because the recall check is free. Use our online schedule an appointment option to choose a convenient visit. If an open campaign applies, the authorized repair is performed at no charge to the owner, helping you get back on the road with greater peace of mind.