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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.
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really awful- Typical Repair Cost:
- No data
- Average Mileage:
- 174,750 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 3 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (1 reports)
- scrap the vehicle (1 reports)
- tsb 21-019 (1 reports)
suspension problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
2003-2008 Honda Pilots are rusting at the rear suspension where the rear axle is attached. Per Honda this is NOT a safety issue which I do NOT feel is the truth. The TSB is 21-019. Honda CRV's are experiencing similar rust suspension issues and Honda has issued a recall. There should be a Rust Suspension recall for 2003-2008 Honda Pilots.
Per American Honda: The subframe mounts may pull away from the body of the vehicle (see images below), but extensive testing has concluded that vehicle stability will be maintained.
- Tony L., Naperville, US