Hi, I have a 2020 Honda Pilot that showed signs of stalling. AutoNation Honda Thornton Road checked (03/07/2026) and reported I need an INJECTOR KIT replaced and SDC GDI -INTAKE THROTTLE BODY FURL INJECTOR SERVICE. All warning lights were on intermittently (on all day then nothing for 2-3 days then on all day the following day.) The vehicle vibrates and feels like it's loosing power. Honda's website stated risk as " If the fuel pump module is inoperative, the engine may not start or can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. " I have two small kids (18 month and 5 year old) that I commute to and from school every day. Honda's website shows the same issue for Honda Pilots 2016-2021 however, my VIN does not qualify me for the recall. Instead I received an estimate for said repairs for $3,345.06. Please! I am asking you to intervein as it is unfair to single out some vehicle owner even though they are having the same issue as others. Thanks in advance.
2020 Honda Pilot: fuel pump failure
15 of the 497 complaints about the 2020 Honda Pilot describe fuel pump failure.
- owner complaints
- 15
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 1
Fuel pump failure by model year
What owners say
My car has always had slight issue getting consistent fuel pressure causing the engine to rev abnormally when giving gas during acceleration. On 11/25, my car failed to start due to the fuel pressure being too low. I brought my car into two mechanics including a Honda certified dealership to inspect an issue with my fuel pump. I was informed that other Honda Pilots of the same year as mine have a recall on their fuel pump, but my VIN was not included. Both mechanics indicated that this is the exact issue that the other Pilots under the recall have and they were not sure why mine was not included. It is pulling the same codes, too, when it went under diagnostic testing as issue with the lower fuel pump.
My issue is with existing recalls of the following: 23V‑431 & 23V‑858 in that replacement parts are NOT readily available according to multiple phone calls to a local dealership. The dealership responded by placing one on a waiting call list. I’ve owned this Honda Pilot over a year and have FIVE such notifications from Honda America. It is like they prefer I sell it or wreck it to get from under all these notices. Does the federal safety agency have legal authority to fine or demand Honda America conform to build replacement parts in straight forward i.e., as soon as possible. The vehicle surges up and back when climbing hills or attempting to pass. It is very disconcerting at the least or dangerous at worst. I will appreciate any help the federal safety agency can provide to get more fuel pumps with proper impellers out quickly.
Started experiencing engine hesitation while driving during May, 2024. Dealer refused to accept that it is not related to the Recall (2016-21 Pilot Fuel Pump Mtr Saf Recall Exp2 the federal safety agency Recall Number23V-858), instead suggested for a fuel injector cleanup. I ended up spending $500 because my wife and kids drive this vehicle, I want them to be safe. Now, the problem is occurring again after a 3 months. What should I do?
In a December 2023 I learned of a recall the federal safety agency Recall Number23V-858 for my vehicle. The recall states that the fuel pump could stop functioning, thus putting my car at a safety risk for crashing. Honda states that we will have to wait for the parts so this can be repaired. It is now a August 2024 and Honda still does not have the parts to repair this serious safety issue. 8 months later! I use my car daily and am very concerned about the possibility of a serious safety incident caused by Honda’s lack of appropriate replacement parts. This not only puts my life at risk, but others who are driving near me if I crash because of this defective part.
High pressure fuel pump stopped working. Vehicle acceleration was impeded. No warning lights/messages.
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH and accelerating to merge onto a highway, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact pulled off the highway and drove to the residence. The contact stated that the failure occurred several more times. The contact drove the vehicle to a local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that a fuel sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact drove the vehicle to a different dealer who advised that the fuel pump was failing but that the part was not available to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle briefly hesitated before returning to normal functionality; however, the failure became a regular occurrence. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the fuel injectors, relating the failure to a faulty fuel pump. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 50,000.
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while turning left at an intersection, the vehicle stalled. Multiple unknown warnings illuminated. The v. The vehicle was restarted and no warning lights were illuminated. The failure was intermittent and was occurring at speeds lower than 40 MPH. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the stalling failures reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer who diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that after another stalling failure, he drove the vehicle back to the same dealer. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer stated that they would need to run another diagnostic to confirm if the vehicle fuel pump was the cause of the failure. The contact was unwilling to pay for a diagnostic to confirm if the fuel pump was at fault because he had been advised by the dealer they did not have the parts available to complete the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 61,172. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
This is regarding a fuel pump safety recall for 2020 Honda Pilot. We have been receiving notifications of this recall for about 5 months. Each time I try to schedule the repair with my local Honda dealer I'm told that they do not have the parts in. Last week (05/16/24) I was told they will not have them until fall of 2024. Meanwhile, our Pilot has stalled in traffic several times presenting a safety risk to us and others. Today I called Honda Customer Service (888‑234‑2138) and was told that to expedite service I would need to have the part inspected and IF they determine that it is due to the fuel pump problem they will expedite receipt of the part and repair, but IF they determine that it is something else I will have to pay for the diagnostic fee. I find this unacceptable and I find the delay in repairing effected vehicles unacceptable. Honda has a legal obligation to protect the safety of it's customers in a timely manner. They have not done so. And, my vehicle's problem is clearly exactly as described in the recall notice, so why should there be any possibility that I would have to pay a diagnosis fee when the part is inspected? Meanwhile I will schedule the inspection as required, but Honda's handling of this recall is unacceptable. Please let me know what, if any action, I should take and what if any you will take. Thank you.
VIN: [XXX] Year: 2020 Make: Honda Model: Pilot Number of Open Recalls: 1 the federal safety agency Recall Number: 23V‑858 Recall Date: December 18, 2023 Manufacturer Recall Number: XGL The recall of the Honda Pilot fuel pump impeller is still not remedied. It is almost six months and I do not want that some accident will happen before Honda will remedy this recall. I have asked them more than three times already but they said that they are giving priority to those vehicles showing symptoms of the problem. Again, I do not want to see symptoms, more so accidents to happen before they fixed this problem. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
I received a letter advising there is a recall on my 2020 Honda pilot for the fuel pump. Based off the information it can be dangerous if not fixed. Called the dealership and they stated would not get part in until winter of 2024. But would fix it if there was an issue. The rep advised to call American Honda and provided the number and they advised to call dealership. I drive my car everyday with my children. I need my recall fixed now. Not in the winter.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Risk
- Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑888‑234‑2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of the federal safety agency recall numbers 21V‑215 and 20V‑314.
Recall number 23V858000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2020 Honda Pilot fuel pump
Is fuel pump failure a common problem on the 2020 Honda Pilot?
15 of 497 owner complaints about the 2020 Honda Pilot (3%) mention fuel pump failure. The model year with the most reports is 2019.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2020 Honda Pilot?
There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2020 Honda Pilot
Backup camera 62Stalling 40Collision warning 38Adaptive cruise 37Screen failure 36Lane assist 26Start-stop 21Check engine light 18Headlights 17Won't start 17Jerking 14Knocking 12Engine failure 11Hesitation 11Warning lights 11Loss of power 10Grinding brakes 6Harsh shifting 6Shudder 6Fire or smoke 5Fuel gauge 5Sunroof shattered 5
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