2013 Honda Odyssey, Pilot Recalled for Stalling Issue
Honda has issued a recall on its 2013 Odyssey and Pilot vehicles for an issue that could cause the engine to stall.
According to the recall notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a total of 270 vehicles will be affected by the recall, all 2013 model year. 150 Pilot vehicles and 120 Odyssey vehicles are affected, all of which were built in April, 2013.
According to the Japanese automaker, during the manufacturing of the engine’s pistons, the heat treatment process was not properly applied. As a result, the piston(s) could lack sufficient hardness level making it prone to premature wear. Naturally, a worn piston can fail in the motor causing an engine stall, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Honda has stated that it has not received any warranty claims or reports related to the issue but will be notifying affected owners so that dealerships can replace the engine block free of charge.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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