NHTSA Complaint #11559257 — 2016 HONDA PILOT

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11559257
Vehicle	2016 HONDA PILOT
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	November 4, 2023
Date Filed	December 9, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OH

Consumer Description

Check engine light is on and flashing. Vehicle is also making a knocking noise coming from under the hood. Tech inspected vehicle and verified the customer concern at this time. Tech has found that the lower engine block is making a knocking noise at this time. Tech has pinpointed the failure to an internal component of the lower engine block. This issue seems to be related to the connector rod recall issued in November, including 2016 Honda Pilots. However, my vehicle’s VIN is not included in the recall. I contacted American Honda for a goodwill claim. However, they refused my claim and any assistance with repairing my vehicle.

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