VIN Vehicle Report

2009 Honda Pilot EX

5FNYF48449B036255

Vehicle history report for the 2009 Honda Pilot EX (VIN 5FNYF48449B036255). Blue, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 3.5L 6-cyl 250 hp, gasoline. 116,593 mi reported. Registered in Tx. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.

No open recalls Gasoline

2009 Honda Pilot EX, Blue, Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV] — representative vehicle photo for VIN 5FNYF48449B036255 — Representative photo of this make, model & year · via Wikimedia Commons

At a glance

Reported mileage116,593 mi

LocationTx, USA

ColorBlue

Last listed price$9,300

Open recallsNone

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make

Honda

Model

Pilot

Year

2009

Trim

Body style

Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]

Vehicle type

MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)

Engine

3.5L 6-cyl 250 hp

Cylinders

Fuel type

Gasoline

Drivetrain

4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4

Transmission

Automatic

Doors

Assembly plant

LINCOLN, ALABAMA, UNITED STATES (USA)

Manufacturer

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

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Low

$9,600

Typical price

$13,503

High

$17,200

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🛞 Odometer readings Reported mileage over time

🔎 Rollback check Mileage inconsistency / tamper flags

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Safety recalls None found

No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2009 Honda Pilot.

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Honda Pilot, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.

💥 1 involved a crash 🚑 2 reported injuries

Engine 8 reports

🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Air Bags 2 reports

🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Service Brakes 2 reports

🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Engine And Engine Cooling 1 report

🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Seat Belts 1 report

🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

Power Train 1 report

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Pre-purchase checklist

Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.

Owner complaints 134

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2009 Honda Pilot.

ENGINE

Serpentine belt tensioner bolt keeps snapping and or breaking has been replaced 3 times now. Research shows at least 10 years of part being defective.

NHTSA ODI #11709543

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2009 Honda Pilot VIN [XXX] Mileage 128,000 Issue: Transmission shuddering, a KNOWN and ACKNOWLEDGED PROBLEM Why is there not been a recall for this problem? I have spoken with other Pilot owners and all have experience this problem. The dealership gave me about 3 reasons, all out of pocket costs. I am on fixed income, this is a problem for me. HONDA…

NHTSA ODI #11692462

AIR BAGS

DTC code 12-51 passenger air bag is on OBD. have not gone to dealership. been on for several years.

NHTSA ODI #11617571

AIR BAGS

I bought this car from Nalley Honda. After that I drove back to Birmingham. On my way airbag alarm pops up. Now they says I have to pay for this. But why should I pay for an safety issue as they should make sure its works fine.

NHTSA ODI #11592760

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE

See attached document for complaint

NHTSA ODI #11582445

ENGINE

My 2009 Honda Pilot has 188,793 miles, I barely drive the vehicle and it need Piston Rings. I'm aware that this is a common problem with the 2009 Honda Pilots. I do not have $3,000. to just give to these people when Honda knows there is a problem with this vehicle.

NHTSA ODI #11546707

SEAT BELTS

My driver's side seat belt is constantly releasing as I'm driving.

NHTSA ODI #11513890

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE

WE HAVE LEARNED FROM OTHER Honda Pilot OWNERS AS WELL FROM THE DEALER THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS A VERY, VERY, VERY, VERY COMMON ISSUE. IT WILL COST OVER $6,000 TO FIX. THAT IS CORRECT, OVER $ 6,000 !!!!!!!! WE HOPE THE US GOVERNMENT WILL TAKE ACTION. WE DO NOT HAVE THE MONEY TO FIX THIS PROBLEM THAT HONDA IS WELL AWARE OF FOR YEARS NOW. PLEASE HELP US…

NHTSA ODI #11498297

+ 126 more complaints on record.