2006 Honda Pilot Recalls

What To Do If Your Pilot Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Honda, so if you own a 2006 Pilot take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Honda to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 2006 Pilot Recalls

• EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK Recall for 2006 Honda Pilot

  • Recall Announced FEBRUARY 05 2008
  • NHTSA Reference #08E013000
  • Number Affected 2,032

  Summary: Honda is recalling 2,032 hitch style bike racks sold as aftermarket for use on MY 2003-2007 and some MY 2008 Honda Pilot, ridgeline, and Acura MDX vehicles. A pinch bolt exists between the bike arm bracket and the upright assembly of the "hitch" style bicycle rack.

  Consequence: When moving the bike arm bracket to its down position, this pinch bolt has the potential of causing severe laceration or amputation to the user's fingertips or hand.

  Fix: Owners should contact thule at 800-thule91 (800-848-5391) to obtain a free repair kit along with repair instructions or owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009 or Acura at 1-800-382-2238 for further information.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08E013000 »

• EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL Recall for 2006 Honda Pilot

  • Recall Announced JULY 26 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06V270000
  • Number Affected 1,190,000

  Summary: On certain passenger vehicles and motorcycles, the owner's manuals contain incorrect contact information for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) vehicle safety hotline.

  Consequence: The language in the owner's manuals is not in accordance with the current mandatory requirements.

  Fix: Honda will send a postcard to dealers and owners with the correct NHTSA vehicle safety hotline information and with instructions to insert the card into the "reporting safety defects" section of the owner's manual. The recall began on August 2, 2006. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009, Acura at 1-800-382-2238 or Honda motorcycles at 1-866-784-1870.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06V270000 »