2011 Honda Pilot: clunking or noise when steering

Filed Jan 28, 2020 · Brakes, Fuel system · 110,887 miles · GA

Warping of rotors causes extreme shaking when breaking also wrenching of steering wheel when sudden stopping or fast descents of stopping/breaking. Clicking in steering column while driving turning,in reverse and straight forward driving, shudder in shifting 5-30 MPH , eco light coming on and causes delay in speed pickup or continuing in same speed during driving 01/15/2019. Door locks failure 06/05/2019 gas purge valve gas smell in AC vent replaced 06/05/2019. Ac/heat blower motor front replaced not working 02/14/2019. Rear blower AC/heat motor broken smelled of smoke replaced 08/05/2019

Filed Nov 10, 2017 · Steering · MD

Steering column makes a knocking noise when turning. Dealership gives 2 options--grease the column ($305) and if that does not work then replace steering column and rack and pinion ($3415). Dealership also indicated that this is a problem for pilots and some other cars["rack and pinion and steering column are binding'" is written on the estimate] of which they are aware and for most cars grease is not going to work. Dealership also indicated that this is normal wear and tear. Car has 97k but only is driven in town 90% and 10% hwy; original owner and otherwise in good condition.). Others have posted same complaint with pilot online. This can't be normal wear and tear! To replace a steering column should not be a routine maintenance. Safety is a concern but dealership indicated that it should be safe to drive if repairs are not done but the noise will get louder. Seems to me that dealership is dealing with this problem quiet often. Contacted am. Honda customer service and reported this issue. They indicated that there are not sufficient number of complaints and inquiry will be closed. Not sure if honda is looking into whether there is a manufacturing or design defect. Ford had similar issues and it took steps to replace the steering column at no cost to the consumer.

Filed Aug 19, 2015 · Suspension · 67,400 miles · NY

Steering wheel making knocking noises when turning at slow speed, especially left. Also had really bad vibration noises when braking from high speeds. Had to change pads at own cost. Compliance bushings were change as part of a service warranty bulletin.

Filed Feb 8, 2015 · Steering · CO

Back to the honda dealership for repairs. There is a pop or clicking sound from the steering well with left turns. Technician verified noise and felt a clunking noise with turns left - cost to run further diagnostic testing was upwards of $500. Decided to wait on repair since dealer said safety was not an issue.

Filed Feb 8, 2015 · Brakes, Electrical · 74,000 miles · CO

Rather than take vehicle back to dealership, decided to try local shop instead. Clicking & popping noise continue in steering when turning left. Sound getting worse and can now hear in a parking lot whereas before, was just turning on roads. Was told by local technician that sound coming from inside the steering shaft and would cost upwards of $500 to repair. Blower motor needs replacing, purchased new battery, and also told right front cv axle leaking oil, another $400 to replace. Surprise surprise, was told again (third time now having owned this vehicle for just 4 years) that the front rotors are warped and the front brake pads down to 50%. Total cost to replace again is upwards of $600 plus labor. Seriously?!