2009 Honda Pilot: fire, smoke or burning smell

Filed Apr 1, 2019 · Engine · 150,000 miles · VA · fire

We purchased the 2009 honda pilot from in mid-september in richmond, virginia - one previous owner, serviced regularly, timing belt replaced and transmission fluid replaced at 100,00 miles.in november 2018,as agreed upon when we purchased the vehicle, we brought the pilot into the dealer for repair for the backup camera, a tear in the driver's seat armrest and we also requested that the emissions and engine be checked as the engine and emissions lights were on. The backup camera and tear were repaired and grace's assured us that the engine light and emissions light were okay. The vehicle has been cared, for (oil changed etc) and less than average miles have been put on it as I work locally. However, on sunday, march 24 at 11:40 am, I was driving east on 64 in virginia and suddenly the pilot suddenly stopped accelerating and I pulled over to the side of 64. As I did, smoke began pouring out from under the hood and I could smell gas, smoke and oil and I got out quickly as I was afraid that it was going to catch on fire - I had no idea what could be wrong or what could have happened as we have had no problems with, it and it has been serviced regularly and again, grace's looked at it in november. As the car began to cool off a state trooper and my husband arrived and we were able to check the oil and the coolant - there was oil in the car and coolant but it was quickly leaking all over the ground and the state trooper could not put up flares due to fears of fire. We called triple a and we even found a piece of the motor that had broken off (we have the picture and the piece) and triple a towed the vehicle a mechanic. We were told that the motor/engine suddenly and completely broke and needs to be replaced which is ridiculous and extremely hazardous to all. We are contacting honda as well as there is a class action lawsuit regarding engines in 2009 hondas.

Filed Jun 24, 2016 · Engine · 80,000 miles · CA · fire

With no warning, the engine on my 2009 honda pilot blew up while I was driving on the highway. The engine abruptly lost power and caught on fire. Luckily I was able to cross several lanes without being hit to get to the shoulder. Then a good samaritan told me my car was on fire so luckily I got out before I was hurt or killed. I called honda about this situation. Even though the 2009 pilot is known to have an oil consumption issue -- the mechanic said this was the cause -- loss of oil -- when I called I was told my car was not covered. No warning light ever came on. The bill to replace the engine was $7100 we do not have. Luckily I and my family were not hurt or killed.

Filed Mar 11, 2015 · Suspension, Wheels · 115,000 miles · PA

The compliance bushings on my pilot needs to be replaced. It is my understanding that honda is aware of this issue. The old part was replaced to replace the defective bushings. Shaking of steering wheel when braking. Also, smell of burning grease due to leaking entering air circulation. However, the consumer bears the burden of replacing the bushings. This defect can lead to a safety issue if defective and not repaired .

Filed May 6, 2014 · Engine · 71,873 miles · PA · fire

Driving home at a speed approximately 20 to 25 MPH. Began to smell smoke thought it was another vehicle until, I noticed smoke coming from engine compartment. Pulled off the road and opened the hood and flames shot out and it through me back away from the vehicle, the hood slammed shut. Called 911 immediately for police and fire the car continued to intensify and exploded. Luckily there were no injuries. But the vehicle is a total loss.

Filed Oct 19, 2013 · Engine · 31,000 miles · NJ · fire

Was driving the car within the city at 15-20 MPH. Smelled something burning then saw smoke coming from under the hood. Got out of the car and saw the flames coming from under the hood. Car became engulfed in flames. Called police and fire department to put out the fire. Car was only 4 years old with around 31,000 miles.