2018 Honda Pilot Fuel/propulsion System Problems
NHTSA component category: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · data through 07/14/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
How fuel/propulsion system ranks on this vehicle
Share of the 425 complaints citing each category; one complaint can cite several. Full breakdown on the 2018 Honda Pilot overview page.
What owners report
“Hello, below are answers to suggested questions to help describe what happened. -What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection…”NHTSA complaint 11440941 — filed 11/18/2021
“The Auto Engine Idle feature does not work properly. When the car is at a light, the engine idle is activated and the car is…”NHTSA complaint 11434390 — filed 09/26/2021
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Fuel/propulsion System complaints by year filed
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Honda Pilot have fuel/propulsion system problems?
Fuel/propulsion System is the #5 most-reported problem area on the 2018 Honda Pilot: 62 of 425 complaints on file (14.6%). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects.
How many complaints does the 2018 Honda Pilot have in total?
425 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Across all categories, 9 involved a crash, 2 involved a fire, 11 reported injuries, and none reported deaths.
What does NHTSA's fuel/propulsion system category include?
NHTSA assigns each complaint to standard component categories; this page reports the FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM category exactly as NHTSA defines and records it.
