How common are electrical problems on the 2011 Honda Pilot?

NHTSA lists 28 electrical system complaints for the 2011 Pilot, which is 10% of the 293 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Honda Pilot electrical system?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2011 Pilot.

At what mileage do 2011 Pilot electrical failures usually happen?

The median mileage at failure among reported electrical complaints is 47,000 miles.

What is the most common electrical complaint on the 2011 Pilot?

Owners most frequently describe the vehicle stalling without warning at low speeds and failing to restart, along with battery drain issues.

Were there any fires linked to electrical complaints on the 2011 Pilot?

NHTSA data shows 3 fires and 1 crash associated with complaints in this problem area for the 2011 Pilot, with no injuries reported.

2011 Honda Pilot Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 28 electrical system complaints for the 2011 Honda Pilot, 10% of that year's 293 total complaints. Owners most often report unexpected stalling and battery drain, with a median failure mileage of 47,000. No related recall is listed for this problem area.

Electrical System complaints: 28; 10% of 293
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 47,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Vehicle stalls suddenly while driving at low speed, around 20 mph, and will not restart.
Battery drains completely, in one case traced to a stuck air conditioner relay, leaving the vehicle dead after sitting for several days.
Vehicle stalls after being shifted into park with the engine running, requiring a tow and battery replacement.
One owner reported the door locks, windows, and moonroof unexpectedly unlocking and opening when the remote unlock button was pressed and held.
A defective ignition switch cylinder was diagnosed by an independent mechanic after the vehicle stalled and failed to restart.

When 2011 Honda Pilot electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 15, 2011, latest Apr 7, 2026.

28 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2011 to Apr 2026; peak Jun 2011 (1).

Electrical System recalls for the 2011 Honda Pilot

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Pilot model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201010 (9%)
201128 (10%)
201223 (13%)
201312 (4%)
201412 (10%)
201516 (15%)
2016586 (34%)
2017268 (29%)
201886 (20%)
2019270 (30%)
2020215 (44%)
2021128 (30%)
202234 (22%)
202328 (20%)
202411 (10%)
202545 (22%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2011 Honda Pilot?: NHTSA lists 28 electrical system complaints for the 2011 Pilot, which is 10% of the 293 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Honda Pilot electrical system?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2011 Pilot.
At what mileage do 2011 Pilot electrical failures usually happen?: The median mileage at failure among reported electrical complaints is 47,000 miles.
What is the most common electrical complaint on the 2011 Pilot?: Owners most frequently describe the vehicle stalling without warning at low speeds and failing to restart, along with battery drain issues.
Were there any fires linked to electrical complaints on the 2011 Pilot?: NHTSA data shows 3 fires and 1 crash associated with complaints in this problem area for the 2011 Pilot, with no injuries reported.