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Service bulletins for the 2016 Honda Pilot

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

365 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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A20-0562022-07-07. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT. Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube.
A20-0222022-07-07. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Service bulletin - One or more accessory running board lights are flickering or not working. The running board light assembly is faulty. * Denotes Required Fields TSB ID : TSB Date : Calendar for date entry assistance Source : All Manual EMAIL MCA Portal
1509012022-05-09. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. This article replaces the one posted in December 2015 to extend the article?s shelf life. The issues covered are still being addressed. Are you reading a DTC B121E (climate control unit lost communication with touch control panel) on the HDS and you can?t find anything in the service information to help you troubleshoot it? Just use the troubleshooting procedure for DTC U0180 (lost communication with auto L/T); it?s the one you want.
150722022-05-09. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). There is a software problem within the audio-navigation unit that may cause the display screen, including any video images, to go blank and the unit to stop working.
000075712022-05-09. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). This letter is to inform you that the software controlling the audio-navigation unit needs to be updated.
A20-0562022-03-08. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction).
NSS3002021-12-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Recall Information update: Service Bulletin NSS300 #2
A160302021-12-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Service Bulletin - Service Manual Update: DTC B121E - The service information is missing the troubleshooting procedures for DTC B121E climate control lunit lost communication with touch control panel DTC B121E was mistakenly assigned to this vehicle and dos not apply. For troulbleshooting, use the procledures for DTC U0180 LOST LCOMMUNICATION WITH AUTOMATIC LIGHTING CONTROL UNIT/SENSOR
A16030B2021-12-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Honda Service News Article Android Display Audio Screen Goes blank during LaneWatch Calmera Aiming
0328712021-12-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Honda Job Aid - Tech Line Calling Guidelines Affected vehicles General Info.
032862021-12-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Honda Job Aid - Tech Line Calling Guidelines Affected vehicles General Info.
SB150752021-12-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Warranty Extefnsion: 2016 Pilot Vehicle Warranty Mileage: This notice applies to your vehicle: Letter
ATS-150901 V32021-05-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Are you reading a DTC B121E (climate control unit lost communication with touch control panel) on the HDS and you can’t find anything in the service information to help you troubleshoot it? Just use the troubleshooting procedure for DTC U0180 (lost communication with auto L/T); it’s the one you want. DTC B121E was mistakenly assigned to this vehicle and really doesn’t apply. We’ll be revising the DTC U0180 troubleshooting procedure to include DTC B121E.
SB-15-072 027202021-05-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. BACKGROUND There is a software problem within the audio-navigation unit that may cause the display screen, including any video images, to go blank and the unit to stop working
JY5-000075712021-05-13. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS; EQUIPMENT. ON SOME 2016 Pilot vehicles, the roof molding retaining clips are spread too far apart, high crosswinds, there is a possibility that the molding may detach.
DLR-03-29-20162021-05-11. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING; EQUIPMENT. Background American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
DLR-03-29-20162021-05-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING. Background American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 Pilots with a customer complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind
DLR-03-05-20162021-05-10. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS; EQUIPMENT. Basic Problem By design, the 2016 model year Pilot vehicles have a wide distance between front and rear edge of roof molding. Vehicles that were produced before September 8, 2015 have molding clips with insufficient strength to maintain/restrain the molding in high cross winds situations or at carwash dryers
DLR-03-15-20162021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. On Friday, January 29, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. notified NHTSA of a stop sale and safety recall for certain 2016 Civic vehicles due to potentially missing or mis-set piston pin snap rings that may cause engine stall or failure. Then on February 9, 2016, American Honda added additional VINs to the affected list. Any new or used units in dealer stock must be inspected and, if necessary, repaired per service bulletin 16-017, Safety Recall: Piston Pin Snap Ring Inspection once the parts, tools, and complete repair information are available. Refer to your eResponsibility report or VIN inquiry to determine which units in your inventory are affected by this safety recall
ONLW8V032920212021-04-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT. "Owner Notification Letter - On some 2016-17 Pilot, 2017 Ridgeline, and 2018 Odysey models, the malfunction indicator light (MIL) may come on if one of the following diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) are stored: - P0420 (rear bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [bank 1]) - P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [bank 2]) - P0300-P0306 (misfire) - P219A (air-fuel ratio variation of cylinder [bank 1, rear bank]) - P219B (air-fuel ratio variation of cylinder [bank 2, front bank]) Depending on which DTCs were stored, the powertrain control module (PCM) may need the PGM-FI and A/T software updated. Additionally, the fuel injectors may need to be replaced. American Honda is extending the warranty on these repairs to 10 years from the original date of purchase or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first. This warranty extension provides coverage for the original owner and any subsequent owners. No action is required on your part unless you experience a problem."
ONLY93021620212021-02-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Owner Notification Letter - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button. Also, the MID displays the error message KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, and DTC B12C5 (Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) is stored. American Honda is extending the warranty on the engine start/stop switch to 9 years from the original date of purchase or 125,000 miles, whichever comes first.
A07-0302021-01-30. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. "Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant Gas Leak Detector -Ultrasonic Leak Detector -Leak Dye"
A20-1172020-12-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Service Bulletin - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button. Also, MID displays the error message KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, and DTC B12C5 (Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) is stored. American Honda is extending the warranty for the keyless start system on these vehicles to 9 years from the original date of purchase or 125,000 miles, whichever comes first.
A20-1002020-12-02. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). "Service Bulletin - The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter. Additionally, debris from the high pressure pump or the fuel injector machining process can cause internal wear or clogging inside one or more injectors. One or more of the following DTCs may be stored: -P0420 (rear bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [bank 1]) -P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [bank 2]) -P0300-P0306 (misfire) -P219A (air-fuel ratio variation of cylinder [bank 1, rear bank]) -P219B (air-fuel ratio variation of cylinder [bank 2, front bank]) American Honda is extending the warranty on these repairs to 10 years from the original date of purchase or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first."
APaS022020209052020-02-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2018-2019 Odysseys, 2016-2019 Pilots & 2017-2019 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of a fuel leak at the fuel joint pipe. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.