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2025 Honda Pilot Problems: 1 Known Issue

2025 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated October 2026

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2025 Honda Pilot has 1 documented issue, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is Engine Stall and Power Loss from Mis-Programmed Fuel Injection ECU ($0-$0 repair). DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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On the 2023-2025 Honda Pilot 3.5L V6 (J35Y8), fourth-generation Pilots built on the 2023 redesign store P061B when the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) mis-handles a fast throttle transient. Supplier Denso reported to Honda that the settings for the correction control logic of the air flow rate and fuel injection volume were improper, which can cause a torque control failure to be detected. When the driver makes a sudden, large change in throttle opening — a hard tip-in from a roll, a quick lift-and-reapply while merging, or a sharp stab of throttle from low rpm — the torque the FI-ECU calculates diverges far enough from the torque it commanded that the module's internal plausibility monitor trips. Because that monitor is a torque-safety supervisor rather than an ordinary sensor check, it does not just log a code; it commands a torque limit. Drivers report the malfunction indicator lamp coming on together with an abrupt loss of drive power, a deep hesitation in the throttle, and in the worst cases an outright stall, which on a busy road is a genuine crash risk. American Honda filed NHTSA safety recall 25V-031 in January 2025, covering 294,612 vehicles: 2023-2025 Pilot (built 13 Sep 2022 - 9 Jan 2025), 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type S and 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type S. Nothing is mechanically wrong with the engine on an affected Pilot — no sensor is out of range and no part has worn out — which is why parts-swapping diagnosis on these trucks wastes money.

Common Symptoms

Check engine light with sudden loss of drive power
Engine hesitates or stumbles on a fast throttle change
Engine stalls while driving or when merging
Reduced-power / limp behavior after a hard tip-in
MIL on with no other apparent driveability fault

How to Fix

Do not begin by replacing hardware. Check the VIN against NHTSA campaign 25V-031 first; if the truck is in scope, an authorized Honda dealer reprograms the FI-ECU with the corrected control program free of charge under the recall, regardless of mileage or warranty status. The reflash is a short shop visit — owners of the sibling Acura vehicles report 30 minutes to an hour — and requires a fully charged 12-volt battery and Honda's ECU reprogramming tooling; independent shops without that tooling cannot perform it. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning 17 March 2025. After the flash, clear the stored P061B and any secondary codes and drive the vehicle through the conditions that provoked it — several hard tip-ins and merge-throttle transients — to confirm the fault does not return. If P061B reappears on software that is already at the recall level, the diagnosis changes completely: now treat it as a genuine torque-model disagreement and check for an intake leak downstream of the mass airflow sensor, a contaminated or failing MAF, a dirty or drifting throttle body and accelerator pedal position sensor correlation, and any aftermarket tune or intake that would make measured airflow disagree with commanded torque.

Typical repair cost:$0 - $0

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NHTSA Recalls7 recalls

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Passport and 2023-2025 Pilot vehicles. The fuel filler neck tube and fuel filler pipe may separate, allowing fuel to leak.

Campaign #24V90000028/11/2024

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S, 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, and 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S vehicles. A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power.

Campaign #25V03100024/01/2025

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The third-row passenger seat belt assembly may not function, due to incorrect routing that traps the seat belt behind the passenger side panel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Campaign #25V05600006/02/2025

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Campaign #25V39100013/06/2025

STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Pilot vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the gear box assembly may contain a loose ball bearing, which can result in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up.

Campaign #23V73500002/11/2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Honda Pilot problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2025 Honda Pilot has 1 documented issue. The documented issue is: Engine Stall and Power Loss from Mis-Programmed Fuel Injection ECU. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Honda Pilot reliable?

The 2025 Honda Pilot has 1 known issue compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Engine Stall and Power Loss from Mis-Programmed Fuel Injection ECU. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Honda Pilot problems?

Repair costs for known Honda Pilot issues range from $0 to $0, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Engine Stall and Power Loss from Mis-Programmed Fuel Injection ECU, typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What is the 2023-2025 Honda Pilot Engine Stall and Power Loss from Mis-Programmed Fuel Injection ECU?

Fourth-generation Pilots built on the 2023 redesign store P061B when the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) mis-handles a fast throttle transient. Supplier Denso reported to Honda that the settings for the correction control logic of the air flow rate and fuel inject… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.

Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.