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P0304 on HONDA PILOT

Severity
High
NHTSA Reports
10
Most Affected
2016, 2013, 2011

What P0304 Means on Your HONDA PILOT

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

"P0301 through p0304 honda engine misfire settlement honda manipulate the dealer to make false allegations and the vehicle they refuse to repair it. i wish to have the truth come to light how they refuse to service and take accountability to repair the vehicle."

— 2011 HONDA PILOT owner • POWER TRAIN,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE • Filed 05/28/2017

"MIL comes on with DTCsP0301 through P0304 Car is available for inspection. Dealer confirmed along with independent service center."

— 2012 HONDA PILOT owner • ENGINE • Filed 03/22/2023

"While driving vehicle obd shows code p0304. vehicle had poor acceleration while misfiring. took vehicle into honda dealership and they state a re-ring of four cylinders needed."

— 2013 HONDA PILOT owner • ENGINE • Filed 12/27/2020

"The car has engine check light and traction lights are on. mechanic diagnosed the codes to match a recall which my vin is excluded even thought i am facing the same exact issue. piston misfiring and the engine can lock at any time causing an accident."

— 2013 HONDA PILOT owner • SEATS,ENGINE • Filed 05/20/2020

"My 2014 Honda Pilot has intermittent engine misfires (DTCs P0301–P0304) caused by piston ring failure. The defect leads to rough running, sudden loss of power, and unsafe driving conditions."

— 2014 HONDA PILOT owner • POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 10/24/2024

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

Common Causes of P0304 on HONDA PILOT

30%
20%
10%
10%
10%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2011
1
2012
1
2013
2
2014
1
2015
1
2016
3
2019
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  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
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0304 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