CarComplaints.com Notes: Beware the 2003 Honda Pilot once the odometer reaches 100k miles, when two problem defect trends have shown up: transmission failure & ignition switch problems.

Typically a locksmith can fix the ignition switch or it can be replaced for around $700. However the transmission failure is a far more expensive problem, with the average repair cost at well over $3,000. A major transmission recall of over 1 million Honda vehicles back in 2004 dealt with transmission damage due to overheating, but 2003 Pilot transmissions have continued to fail.

8.0

pretty bad
Typical Repair Cost:
No data
Average Mileage:
90,000 miles
Total Complaints:
1 complaints

Most Common Solutions:

  1. not sure (1 reports)
2003 Honda Pilot accessories - interior problems

accessories - interior problem

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2003 Honda Pilot Owner Comments

problem #1

Jul 082011

Pilot LX V6

  • Automatic transmission
  • 90,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The main wire in the electrical outlet ports had broken, now the only port that I can charge my cell phone in, is the one in the dashboard. All the other ports in the vehicle do not work.

This car is made from cheap components. I did a lot of research before purchasing this brand new 2003 Honda Pilot. Consumer Reports gave it a High Rating. I will never trust that company again. I will ask friends and family which vehicle they find reliable, well-built and safe.

- pilot error, Exeter, NH, US

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