YearToAvoid

2017 Honda Pilot Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 141 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 Honda Pilot, 15% of all 924 complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 39,000. A related recall (23V858000) covers fuel pump module replacement, though it targets multiple Honda models across several years.

Fuel System complaints
141
15% of 924
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
39,000 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

  • Owners report an 'Emissions System Failure' or 'Emissions System Issue' dashboard warning that appears intermittently and often returns after service.
  • Some describe the vehicle stalling or losing engine power while driving, sometimes tied to a low fuel rail pressure code, occasionally continuing even after the fuel pump kit was replaced.
  • Several complaints mention P0430 or similar codes despite replacing oxygen sensors, fuel injectors, and the catalytic converter.
  • One owner reported unexpected acceleration from a stop linked to what they believed was an emissions-related fuel issue.
  • One complaint described ice lodged between fuel nozzles when trying to fill the tank shortly after purchase.
  • One owner reported a sudden forward lurch while shifting into reverse that resulted in a crash into a house.

When 2017 Honda Pilot fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 22, 2018, latest Sep 12, 2026.

2017 Honda Pilot fuel system complaints: complaints filed per quarter112018 Q12019 Q12020 Q32021 Q42022 Q42024 Q12025 Q12026 Q1
141 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2018 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2024 Q4 (11).

Fuel System recalls for the 2017 Honda Pilot

  1. NHTSA 23V858000Dec 18, 2023Fuel System2,490,460 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

    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 NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

Fuel System complaints by Pilot model year

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

  1. 20104 (4%)
  2. 201110 (3%)
  3. 201216 (9%)
  4. 201313 (5%)
  5. 20145 (4%)
  6. 20156 (6%)
  7. 2016187 (11%)
  8. 2017141 (15%)
  9. 2018125 (28%)
  10. 2019193 (21%)
  11. 202054 (11%)
  12. 202121 (5%)
  13. 20229 (6%)
  14. 20235 (4%)
  15. 20247 (6%)
  16. 202515 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2017 Honda Pilot have?
NHTSA lists 141 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 Honda Pilot, which is 15% of the 924 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2017 Honda Pilot?
Yes, recall 23V858000 covers fuel pump module replacement, but it spans multiple Honda and Acura models from 2013-2023, not the 2017 Pilot alone.
At what mileage do 2017 Pilot fuel system problems usually appear?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for fuel system complaints on the 2017 Pilot is 39,000 miles.
What symptoms do owners report with the 2017 Pilot fuel system?
Owners commonly report an emissions system warning light, engine stalling, and codes like P0430 that persist despite part replacement.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.