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2003 Honda Pilot steering problems

32 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 103,000. 3 crashes reported.

owner complaints
32
of this car's complaints
4%
typical mileage
103,000
crashes
3
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Hydraulic power assist system
    4
  • Steering wheel/handle bar
    3
  • Linkages: tie rod assembly
    1
  • Hydraulic power assist: pump
    1
  • Hydraulic power assist: power steering fluid
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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125k-150k
150k-175k
175k-200k
200k+

Honda Pilot steering problems in other years

200320052010201520202026

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2003 Honda Pilot owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 23, 2025 · Steering · SC

the power steering losses fluid the steering is hard to turn and makes noise and the fluid gets on an area that gets hot i have not had an accident yet

Filed Aug 15, 2024 · Steering, Transmission · AL

Transmission, overheating, loss of oil, loss of gears when driving,

Filed Nov 14, 2023 · Fuel system, Steering · GA

severe erosion of my undecarriage, metal just falls off from under the car. My fuel tank leaks and gas pours out. It has been deemed unsafe to drive by my Honda dealer, but has a good engine and other parts. It has been severely impacted by rust and erosion. The previous owner was a resident of Chicago, where salt is used, which I believe influenced this defect.

Filed Nov 15, 2022 · Steering, Suspension · HI

Honda did not contact me for a year and a half I have been waiting for them to replace my air bag, no response!!! I’ve left numerous messages and still no response I gave a 1 year old daughter, we almost got hit by a car and if it had hit us something could’ve happened! Because I had to swerve off road my suspension and power steering are messed up because of pot holes,Just so I wouldn’t hit and impact the passenger side of me my car where airbag is bad and nothing would’ve happened to us, not that it was our fault the driver was driving almost right into us!I blame Honda for this disaster would could have been very bad! Of course the other driver drove away like nothing happened! So now I am stuck at home not able to go to work and bring my daughter to doctors appointments and invade of in emergency my vehicle is not safe enough to get us anywhere! I am asking god to bless us in this case and count all the blessings he has given us! I don’t have a lot of money to pay for repairs and this is the only car I’ve ever purchased and owned. If there is any way anyone could help please! Maybe a new Honda would be nice for Christmas, but hey a girl can dream right! Thank you for your time!

Filed Jan 19, 2019 · Steering · 264,000 miles · MD

Power steering return pipe developed a sudden leak resulting loss of fluid after about 10 miles, resulting in very hard steering and near loss of control. Pipe has corrosion with a pinhole leak at the bracket holding it to the frame.

Filed May 30, 2018 · Steering · 97,230 miles · IL

The ignition switch on my car will not turn. A review of complaints on internet note that this is a common issue with this car as it nears 100k miles. My car is getting there and all of the sudden I have to fight with the steering wheel for it to turn and allow the key to work.

Filed Jun 17, 2017 · Airbags, Lights · NJ

When I driving 95 n going to connecticut there's a huge smoke on the hood and the other motorist behind me, he saw a lot of oil dripping on the street and he gave me a honk. I parked the car beside the highway and I opened the hood remove the negative battery to avoid the fire.

Filed Oct 21, 2016 · Steering, Transmission · WA

I drive between 20-40mph and my honda shakes and shudders for 8 seconds then goes away. Any idea what can that be.

Filed Aug 31, 2016 · Electrical, Steering · 195,000 miles · TX

Ignition key can pull out while driving

Filed Jun 12, 2016 · Steering, Suspension · 210,000 miles · AL

I own a 2003 honda pilot my rack and pinion is in bad condition so is their a recall on this year make and model? My number is [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Questions about the 2003 Honda Pilot steering

Does the 2003 Honda Pilot have steering problems?

Owners have filed 32 complaints about the steering of the 2003 Honda Pilot, 4% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2003 Honda Pilot steering problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 103,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Honda Pilot steering?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Honda Pilot have bad steering?

The Honda Pilot model years with the most steering complaints are 2025 (44 complaints), 2005 (37 complaints) and 2011 (34 complaints).

Other 2003 Honda Pilot problems

Transmission 224Electrical 129Airbags 115Engine 62Body 47Seats 40Lights 32Suspension 32Brakes 25Acceleration 20Fuel system 16Visibility 15Tires 10Seat belts 9Locks 8Driver assistance 5Wheels 2

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