Compare two vehicles

Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 22 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 22 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2019 Honda Pilot

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2019 Honda Pilot

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

Similar estimates

fuel-cost estimates are similar.

Short answer: Pilot needs more recall homework, Pilot has more complaint activity and Pilot has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2019 Honda Pilot 2018 Honda Pilot Difference
Total recalls 12 6 Pilot has 6 more recalls
Total complaints 841 421 Pilot has 420 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 13 / 5 / 11 / 0 9 / 2 / 8 / 0 Pilot has 10 more severity reports
Defect investigations 10 10 Similar
Open investigations 5 5 Similar
Manufacturer communications 223 140 Pilot has 83 more communications
Recall completion reports 82 37 Pilot has 45 more reports
Warranty programs 0 0 Similar
Service campaigns 0 0 Similar
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall May 21, 2026 May 21, 2026 Similar
Latest complaint May 31, 2026 May 28, 2026 Pilot has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Engine
  • Electrical System
  • Fuel System Gasoline
  • Engine
  • Fuel System Gasoline
  • Unknown Or Other
 Similar focus
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 22 combined MPG 22 combined MPG Same
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,700 $2,700 Similar
Safety-rating records 2 2 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2019 Honda Pilot

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had engine and electrical system repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2018 Honda Pilot

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had engine and fuel system gasoline repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2019 Honda Pilot

  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories
  • Fuel System Gasoline: fuel smell, leaks, stalling, range or charging changes

2018 Honda Pilot

  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Fuel System Gasoline: fuel smell, leaks, stalling, range or charging changes
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

Learn what a VIN check can and cannot show