How many transmission complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Honda Pilot?

NHTSA lists 54 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 Honda Pilot, which is 20% of the 271 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2013 Honda Pilot?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2013 Honda Pilot.

At what mileage do 2013 Honda Pilot transmission problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 3,000 miles.

How does the 2013 Pilot compare to other model years for transmission complaints?

The 2013 Pilot's 20% share of complaints in this area is the highest among the model years listed, compared to figures like 5% for 2010, 7% for 2011, and 6% for 2014.

Did the transmission issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for this area on the 2013 Pilot lists 3 crashes and 7 injuries, with no fires reported.

2013 Honda Pilot Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 54 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 Honda Pilot, 20% of its 271 total complaints, the highest share of any Pilot model year. No related recall exists for this area. Median mileage at failure was 3,000 miles.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 54; 20% of 271
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 7
Median mileage: 3,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners describe unintended rollback on inclines because the transmission fails to lock or hold position after the foot is taken off the brake.
Several report shuddering, vibrating, and growling between roughly 45 mph and 68 mph, especially in Eco mode or on cruise control.
Some owners report sudden unintended acceleration or the vehicle moving on its own after being placed in park while idling.
A torque converter issue was diagnosed after a check engine light, described by the owner as causing shuddering and vibration during shift changes.
One owner reported the vehicle lurched forward and crashed at low speed while braking, deploying the airbags.

When 2013 Honda Pilot transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 22, 2013, latest May 17, 2026.

54 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2013 to May 2026; peak Jan 2014 (8).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2013 Honda Pilot

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Pilot model year

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

20106 (5%)
201121 (7%)
201220 (12%)
201354 (20%)
20147 (6%)
201511 (10%)
2016200 (12%)
2017122 (13%)
201878 (18%)
201992 (10%)
202035 (7%)
202125 (6%)
202215 (10%)
202310 (7%)
202412 (11%)
202520 (10%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Honda Pilot?: NHTSA lists 54 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 Honda Pilot, which is 20% of the 271 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2013 Honda Pilot?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2013 Honda Pilot.
At what mileage do 2013 Honda Pilot transmission problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 3,000 miles.
How does the 2013 Pilot compare to other model years for transmission complaints?: The 2013 Pilot's 20% share of complaints in this area is the highest among the model years listed, compared to figures like 5% for 2010, 7% for 2011, and 6% for 2014.
Did the transmission issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for this area on the 2013 Pilot lists 3 crashes and 7 injuries, with no fires reported.