2021 HONDA PILOT Safety Overview

The 2021 HONDA PILOT has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 10 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger
  • Structure:frame and members
  • Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for HONDA PILOT owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2021 HONDA PILOT 26V332000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2...

Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 26V332000: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/21/2026
2021 HONDA PILOT 26V365000

American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgel...

Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA Recall 26V365000: Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/6/2026
2021 HONDA PILOT 24V064000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V,...

An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 24V064000: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/2/2024
2021 HONDA PILOT 23V858000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic ...

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. If ignored, fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.. To fix this, dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge.

Reported: 12/18/2023
2021 HONDA PILOT 23V458000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-...

Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 23V458000: Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/29/2023
2021 HONDA PILOT 23V431000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Pilot, and 201...

A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA Recall 23V431000: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/15/2023
2021 HONDA PILOT 23V174000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2020-2022...

Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 23V174000: Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/16/2023
2021 HONDA PILOT 20V725000

American Honda Motor Co.

Over-cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA Recall 20V725000: Over-cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/20/2020
2021 HONDA PILOT 20V440000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pilot, 2019-2020 Odyssey and 2019...

A delayed or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V440000: A delayed or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/28/2020
2021 HONDA PILOT 20V439000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Passport, and ...

Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V439000: Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/28/2020

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.