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P0302 on HONDA PILOT

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
4
Most Affected
2016, 2011, 2014

What P0302 Means on Your HONDA PILOT

Real HONDA PILOT Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"My Honda Pilot 2011 EXL w/ AWD displayed a flashing engine light while driving, which is a sign of a serious engine problem."

— 2011 HONDA PILOT owner • ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 09/27/2021

"--What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? P0302 HONDA Code - Cylinder Number 2 Misfire Detected is the error."

— 2014 HONDA PILOT owner • UNKNOWN OR OTHER • Filed 02/01/2022

"My vehicle suffered a catastrophic failure of the exhaust and engine systems directly caused by the defective fuel injection system identified in Service Bulletin 20-100."

— 2016 HONDA PILOT owner • ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 05/01/2025

"While driving my 2016 Honda Pilot Touring (approx. 110,000 miles) with my wife and two children [XXX] , the vehicle suddenly malfunctioned without warning. As I was coming to a stop, the dashboard lit up with multiple warning lights and the engine appeared to stumble/stall."

— 2016 HONDA PILOT owner • ENGINE • Filed 09/01/2025

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0302 on HONDA PILOT

50%
25%
25%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2011
1
2014
1
2016
2

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

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  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
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P0302 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026