2011 Honda Pilot: shudder or vibration when accelerating

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 Jun 17, 2019 · Airbags, Transmission · 102,600 miles · TX

Takata recall - front driver and passenger and front dash airbags, the sendor does not work. They will not deploy if we were to be in an accident. Also, I have been experiencing transmission shudder in my 2011 pilot exl. When on light throttle between 25-40 MPH, then it disappears. This is while driving on the highway and city streets.

Filed Jan 1, 2018 · Transmission · FL

Transmission shudders at 40 MPH. Dealer is aware, changed computer settings and transmission at my expense. Problem still exist and dealer is aware of this issue with these vehicles and has no solution to remedy the problem. Bought the vehicle with 71k mile on 12/2/17.

Filed Dec 18, 2015 · Transmission · 72,000 miles · IL

Purchased 2011 honda pilot ex-l new in mid-2010. For the past several months, we felt a shudder in the transmission at/around 25 MPH when accelerating lightly from a full stop. Got progressively worse over time; even passengers noticed it. Car is just under 5.5 years old with 72k miles on it. Dealer checked, said the torque converter had failed and would cost $1,900 to replace. Stated the new t/c had a 'fix' that corrected an earlier, known problem?! After replacing the transmission and/or torque converter on my 2000 acura tl three times and once on two previous honda preludes, I said I'd had enough with honda and demanded for it be repaired for free. I've seen a plethora of complaints on-line about 2009-2011 pilots and odyssey transmissions and t/c's so honda obviously hasn't fixed the transmission problems that plagued earlier models, including tl's, accords and crv's. We finally settled on $500 but this will be my last honda/acura product. Hellotoyota/lexus and mazda!

Filed Nov 24, 2014 · Engine · 33,000 miles · LA

I purchased a 2011 honda pilot in october 2014. From the first day of driving it, I noticed a vibration coming from the drive train/engine/transmission when the engine was switching into "eco" mode. The vibration can be felt through the steering wheel, gas pedal, and floor board. It becomes worse when cruising at a low RPM, or when climbing a hill (no matter how steep the hill is) when the eco mode is engaged. The vibration only stops when the car is required to increase the RPM, either from manually depressing the gas pedal, or the computer deciding it needs more power. The vehicle does not experience this vibration until the engine warms up and the eco mode engages. When the engine is cold, the eco mode does not kick in, and there is no vibration. The problem seems to be getting worse. Vehicle constantly vibrates/shudders as engine run in eco mode and as vcm kicks in/out or is in use. I see hundreds of same complaint on honda message boards and all have gotten the same response from honda. They indicate it is normal operation and nothing they can do. Anyone that's driven a vehicle for more than a few hours can tell you it's not normal for a vehicle to vibrate like that. In my driving, I find it to be not only annoying, but very distracting as I'm constantly trying to change speeds/RPM, etc. To make the vibrations go away. This constant distraction is a safety concern. I implore you to get honda to own the situation and find a fix.

Filed Nov 17, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 45,000 miles · FL

The transmission in the vehicle is shuddering or shifting abnormally when driving.

Filed Sep 6, 2013 · Suspension · 54,000 miles · RI

The vehicle shuddered and vibrated when breaks were compressed at high speed. Steering wheel also vibrated when the vehicle was driven at speeds over 50 MPH. Took the car in for service and was told that the rotors would need to be fixed, but was also told that there was a problem with the compliance bushings leaking and that they would have to be replaced at a cost of $750. I stated that the car was not that old, was never driven 'off road,' and was just over 50,000 miles. Dealer stated that this was a must fix problem and that they have seen this issue with other pilots. The dealer checked with honda about getting a break on the cost to fix the problem, and honda agreed to subsidize part of the cost. Many concerns moving forward about the reliability of this part. This is not a reasonable repair for a relatively new vehicle marketed as a sport utility vehicle with 4-wheel drive.

Filed May 5, 2013 · Suspension · 46,750 miles · TX

2011 honda pilot ex-l with 46750 miles has cracked compliance bushings. Per discussions with service writer at local honda dealership, this has become a very common problem on 2010 to 2012 pilots. They strongly recommend replacing them. Upon looking up the item on the internet, there is quite a bit of noise by honda owners about having to replace this bushing on various models and years. Apparently, honda has or is in the process of redesigning this bushing. If vehicle is out of warranty, one has to pay for the repairs but in a few cases it appears that honda reduced the cost or may of fixed it for free after the owners pressed their case. The only tip off that I had about a problem was a slight thumping noise when I turned the steering wheel. Others per the internet had pulling to one side or the other or juddering when applying the brakes or premature tire wear. I am not sure how great of a safety issue this is or could be if these bushings were to break but it is apparent the honda is aware of the problem but not letting anybody know about other than when you take it in for service and you are told about the problem and how much it will cost.

Filed Jan 16, 2012 · Transmission · WI

Driving the car at a speed of 35-40mph and 45-50mph there is a shuddering and vibration feeling coming from the drivetrain. I took it to the dealer where I bought it and I asked for a tech to take a test ride with me and they said no one was available. I left the car with them. The tech called me later and said they did not notice the vibration and there is nothing wrong. Upon researching this issue, it appears it is a fairly common problem and honda is doing nothing to address this. The vibration is very noticeable and it is getting worse. I bought the car new on 4/30/11.