Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Honda Pilot owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Dealer sold me a lemon car with broken and rotten parts on the car. Dealer never stated the car was messed up or needed the major work it needs now. Dealer at one point took the car to go get inspected at a shop located on 705 Jefferson Ave , "and hour later he came back with the car and parked it. Couple days later dealer called me to go get the inspector form form the inspector " Gilbert/Tony". While viewing the paper correctly, the car was never inspected properly. Once I was able to take the car to a shop to do my own inspection they stated to me that I was sold a lemon car and it would be almost thousands to fix the car "more then i had purchase the car. I called the dealer back multiple times and sent msgs to the dealer regarding the vehicle dealer then blocked my number and the mechanics phone I used to call him after he blocked my number. …
Lamont sold me a lemon vehicle. Lamont managed to get a false inspection form and provided it to me and stated the vehicle has passed inspection. Once vehicle was taken to multiple mechanic shops to find out if its even able to be fixed and as 3 mechanics stated I was sold a lemon car and they are "Unable to fix" the problem. Lamont was contacted on multiple times through calls/text msgs, and voice mails and as of today none of my calls were answered. Lamont then blocked my number and continued to avoid me and the car situation he put me through. I've been trying to reach him every day since the last time he gave me the vehicles documents. I am filing this report to the best of my knowledge with the information he gave me for the vehicle. I would love to get a refund back of all my money spent for this vehicle that was sold to me as a lemon.
While driving the vehicle home after purchase on 6/11/2022 the vehicle experienced automatic, minor brake application. However, when we applied the brakes it was as if they fully locked up. By the time we got to the side of the road all of the brakes were smoking. It has been returned to the dealership 3 times for the same issue and they currently have the vehicle. They have experienced the same issue when they were trying to fix the issue but they cannot seem to figure it out. While I was investigating, I noticed that the 2005 Honda Pilot had the same issue, and the recall was started for the 2007 Honda Pilot also but was never issued. It makes it very unsafe to drive.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Honda Pilot. While driving 55 MPH, a burning rubber odor was detected along with a thumping vibration and noise; when brake pedal was depressed the brakes did not respond normally but the thumping vibration was even more apparent. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the brake calipers were locking up and ruining the rotors; after replacement of calipers and rotor, the problem persisted with extensive overheating of the brakes. It was then determined that the vehicle stability assist module had failed and needed replacement. The mechanic contacted the closest Honda dealer (approximately 70miles away) who advised that the vehicle should be rapaired by the mechanic and not driven to the dealer due to the likelihood of f ull brake lock up or failure. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Honda Pilot. While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle independently braked without the brake pedal being depressed. Also, the stability control warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred on another occasion. The vehicle was taken to legends Honda kansas city (located at 10050 parallel pkwy, kansas city, ks 66109, [phone]) where it was diagnosed that the vsa module (code 841) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: 09644189. The approximate failure mileage was 24,000.
The brake system in my 2007 Pilot with 60,000 miles failed with no warning. When I press the pedal to make a sudden stop the car continues to move forward. It takes the pressure of both feet on the pedal to make the car stop. Air is being collected in the lines and has to bled almost daily. Honda diagnosed the problem being a faulty brake booster. At no time was there an indication the brakes were failing. Honda claims this is a rare issue and will not cover this safety issue under warranty.
Applied brakes but they did not work. Collided with the rear of a vehicle ahead of me causing much damage to both vehicles. One person was taken from scene by ambulance. My vehicle is probably not repairable and is available for inspection. Other owners of 2007 Honda pilots have had same experience of brakes failing to work. (all numbers below are approximate as this internet report does not allow stating ranges for the vehicle's mileage, speed, etc.)
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that when depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle would erroneously surge forward. The contact mentioned that the failure only occurred when the air conditioner was activated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the brake fluid needed to be changed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 17.
Vsa,check engine lights came on, looks like same problem 2005 pilots were recalled for. Vehicle brake on its own, complete loss of power, happened 2months a go and again 2/3/15. Had towed to shop to have scanned. Very scary situation.
Inconsistent brake pedal on 2007 Honda Pilot. Amount pf pressure applied to the brake pedal to stop the truck varies at almost every instance. At times, the pedal is spongy and goes to the floor. Other times it barely moves at all and the truck stops. This has been going on for quite a while now. I had the front brakes replaced in November 2009. When I had the vehicle inspected 1/2010 I had the mechanic check the front brakes but he said they were new and there was no problem. I was greatly surprised to hear about the recall of the 2007 odyssey and ridgeline and cannot believe the Pilot was not included. My daughter frequently drives my Pilot and has also noticed the same problem. This vehicle should be included in the odyssey and ridgeline recall. I believe the basic mechanics are the same so how can a problem that occurs on two truck based vehicles not apply to a third?
Brake complaints in other Pilot years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 2007 Honda Pilot?
NHTSA has 21 complaints about the brakes of the 2007 Honda Pilot, 10% of the model year's 211 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2007 Honda Pilot brake problems?
No. NHTSA lists no brakes recall for the 2007 Honda Pilot, though it has 7 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2007 Honda Pilot brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 43,000 miles, and 25% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 4 crashes, 0 fires and 10 injuries and 1 death to brakes problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.