2021 Honda Pilot - Maintenance & Specs
The 2021 Honda Pilot belongs to a Honda Pilot lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 10 model years, from 2003 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 3.5L V6, 3.5L. It is configured as front-wheel drive with an automatic (s9). The 2021 sits mid-run, with both earlier (2003) and later (2026) Pilot model years also documented.
It takes 0W-20 full synthetic oil, 5.7 qt with a new filter. Fluid specs on file include Type 2 coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, Honda ATF DW-1 transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 29 ft-lb, lug nut 80 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around unknown or other (38), electrical system (35), engine (29). A representative report reads: "The infotainment screen blacks out completely and sporadically, but as of recent, almost daily. Sometimes for about 3-5 minutes. When this happens, the..." There are 8 safety recalls on record; one covers: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Passport, and 2019-2021 Pilot vehicles. Incorrect instrument panel....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 20 city / 27 highway MPG, 23 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $1,900.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 5.7 qt |
| Oil filter | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 |
| EPA combined | 23 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/60R18 |
| Coolant | Type 2 |
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 stars |
| Open recalls on record | 8 |
| Technical service bulletins | 79 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.