Is the 2015 Honda Pilot a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
The 2015 Honda Pilot is a solid choice for families in need of a mid-size SUV with a reputation for reliability. However, potential transmission issues mean thorough inspection is advised.
Pros
- Spacious interior
- Smooth ride
- Reliable engine
Cons
- Dated infotainment system
- Transmission issues
- Mediocre fuel economy
Ownership at a glance
Common problems to watch for
- Transmission shudder
- Air conditioning issues
- Warped brake rotors
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (4)
The 2015 Honda Pilot has 4 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump (campaign 23V858000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Air Bags — Frontal — Passenger Side — Inflator Module — Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles…
- Air Bags — Frontal — Passenger Side — Inflator Module — Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic G…
- Air Bags — Frontal — Passenger Side — Inflator Module — Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2013 TSX Sport Wagon, and 2010-2012 ZDX and 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV,…
- 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 …
Real owner data from the CarsJudge fleet
1 2015 Honda Pilot owner tracks this exact car in CarsJudge. Their real maintenance spend over the last 12 months averaged $550/year — logged from actual service records, not estimates.
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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This AI-generated assessment is general guidance only, not a substitute for a professional inspection. Always inspect a used vehicle before purchase.