A stuck ignition lock cylinder on a 2005 Honda Pilot. Hello I purchased this car from the second owner and they had the ignition lock replaced less than 2 years ago. This device has now failed again. Its a poor design by honda and was never fixed or recalled. This has lead countless people to be stranded. With repairs upwords of $500.
2005 Honda Pilot steering problems
37 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 108,000. 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 37
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 108,000
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Column1
At what mileage
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Honda Pilot steering problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Honda Pilot steering
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Steering: column
- What is wrong
- On certain minivans and sport utility vehicles, the steering column may be incorrectly assembled, which could result in a loss of steering control.
- Risk
- Loss of steering control can cause a vehicle crash without prior notice.
- Remedy
- Owners were notified by telephone on january 25, 2005, and arrangements were made to have their vehicles towed to their dealers and have the repairs performed. The recall began on january 25, 2005.
Recall number 05V039000 · Recall details
What 2005 Honda Pilot owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Power steering high pressure line leaking on exhaust and almost caused fire Dangerous. Lines need to be recall or replace
The contact owns a 2005 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving 25-35 MPH, the vehicle slowed down unexpectedly, and the brake pedal was hard and slow to respond when depressed. The contact stated that the steering wheel was pulling to the left, and it was difficult to correct the steering wheel. The vehicle was difficult to control. The VSA light was illuminated. There was a triangle with an exclamation mark symbol displayed on the instrument cluster. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the VSA module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired because the parts were on backorder. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 173,273.
For the second time this week my 2005 honda pilot suddenly loses all power and dies, both times I was in a dangerous intersections. It scared me 2 death.
Make noice
2005 honda pilot with 145k miles suddenly started to apply brakes without warning while driving on straight, flat, dry roads at moderate speeds. If has also occurred at highway speed, but never associated with skidding, sliding, etc. The brakes appear to apply differentially, causing a swerve that needs to be corrected quickly to avoid collision with traffic. The vsa light comes on, and the triangular vsa disconnect light comes on. They both go out after the car is shut off and restarted. The local honda dealer says there is no recall for this, but that they had reprogrammed the car's vsa during an earlier service visit.
Steering column has been making a loud sound when turning left or right... Took it to mechanic and they state the steering column is separating from the main controlling device
Faulty electrical issue. Car will just cut off and go dead especially when it rains. This was reported to honda as a safety concern but no one ever followed up with the complaint. This should have been a recall. Car will just cut off and steering wheel locks. This occurs at any speed unexpectly without warning. Occurs while car is in motion without warning. Worsens with heavy rain. This was reported 10 years ago and even. Again about 8 years ago with no response from honda. Occurred again today.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda pilot. While making a left or right turn, the steering wheel made a bump or popping noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the struts, power steering pump, and sway bar failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 287,000.
1st incident-I was traveling at a slow rate of speed (approx. 25-30 MPH). Heard a growling sound & car suddenly braked on its own. I also felt as if I had lost steering ability. The vsa light flashed on then off during the incident. 2nd incident- same as above only a week later. 3rd incident- about 2 weeks later. My wife was driving the car. Had slowed down to enter the ramp to get on the highway. Again the car made a grinding sound, the vsa light came on momentarily while the car applied the brakes on its own. All of these incidences occurred after the car was serviced for the vsa recall(13-026) on may 6, 2015. Previous to this service, we had never had any issues with the vsa. We believe that by having this recall performed, has caused another malfunctioned as a result. I have read some much more frightening incidences than ours on your site. So we are now driving our car with the vsa off! Please investigate before someone seriously gets hurt. Updated 11/27/2017
Questions about the 2005 Honda Pilot steering
Does the 2005 Honda Pilot have steering problems?
Owners have filed 37 complaints about the steering of the 2005 Honda Pilot, 5% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2005 Honda Pilot steering problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 108,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Honda Pilot steering?
Yes, 1 recall: 05V039000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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 2005 Honda Pilot problems
Transmission 176Brakes 134Airbags 120Driver assistance 100Engine 90Electrical 57Acceleration 46Suspension 38Lights 34Body 23Seats 22Seat belts 13Wheels 9Fuel system 7Tires 7Visibility 6Locks 1
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