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2012 Honda Pilot electrical system problems

The 2012 Honda Pilot has 24 electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA — 11% of the year's total, and down from the prior model year.

24

Electrical System complaints

11%

Share of year

0

Crash-involved

0

Related recalls

Electrical System complaints by year

What owners report

The car started smoking, I was able to pullover and get out. The fire department came and removed the hood because it was too hot and appeares to be on fire. They disabled the battery. Car was towed to mechanic and inspected for cause. It was discovered that the alternator melted and the wire…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 18, 2022 · fire

Common questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2012 Honda Pilot have?

NHTSA has 24 complaints about the 2012 Honda Pilot electrical system — 11% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.