2020 Honda Pilot Airbags Problems
3 owner-reported airbags complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Airbags Recalls (1)
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
Owner Complaints (3)
Your passenger airbag indicator light frequently shows the airbag is off, even when there's a passenger in the seat who weighs more than 65 pounds. This means the airbag occupant detection system may not be working correctly. The fix would likely involve diagnosing the seat sensor that detects passenger weight and presence, and possibly replacing the sensor or related wiring.
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Front airbags did not deploy during a head on collision and rollover crash
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Upon impact, the driver's airbag deployed and vehicle began smoking. The vehicle smelled strongly of smoke. The driver suffered burns from the airbag, though it's unclear if they were caused by chemical or flame.
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