Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 Pilot.
The 2014 Honda Pilot is an SUV paired with an automatic five-speed transmission and an engine requiring 4.5 quarts of 0W-20 API oil, carrying EPA fuel-economy ratings of 18 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, and 20 mpg combined. Across the model’s 2003–2025 complaint history, the 2014 model accumulated 116 owner complaints—far fewer than the 1,665 peak logged for 2016 and nearer the low-volatility end occupied by 2024’s 101—which positions it among the lower-complaint years in the range. Still, engine issues register as the top complaint area for this year, accompanied by three recalls.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24F · 550 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 5-spd |
| Overall length | 190.9 in |
| Overall width | 78.3 in |
| Overall height | 72.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.4 in |
| Curb weight | 4559 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 66.9 / 66.9 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 55/45 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 18 / 25 / 20 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Pilot of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Touring 3.5L V6 | 7.80 sec | 16.20 sec | 250 hp | AWD |
| 2011 | Touring 3.5L V6 | 8.30 sec | 16.50 sec | 250 hp | AWD |
| 2011 | Touring 3.5L V6 | 8.50 sec | 16.60 sec | 250 hp | AWD |
| 2009 | Touring 3.5L V6 | 7.90 sec | 16.30 sec | 250 hp | AWD |
| 2009 | EX-L 3.5L V6 | 8.10 sec | 16.40 sec | 250 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 4.5 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 94 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.4 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 5.5 Pints |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.5 qt |
| Transfer Case Fluid | GL-4 · GL-5 · 80W-90 |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 54 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 23 ft-lbs |
| Main Bearings | 11MM Bolts: 54 ft-lbs, 10MM Bolts: 36 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 29.0 ft-lbs |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs | 9 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 94 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 36.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 242 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 181 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | AT: 650, MT: 750 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | NGK |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.039-0.043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 16 ft-lbs |
| Ignition Timing | 10, Not adjustable degrees |
| Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance | 2 degrees |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.315-1.435 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 4.20-4.70 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 24F |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 550 cca |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 57.0 |
| Engine Compression | 135 Minimum PSI. 29 Maximum variation PSI |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 53 ft-lbs / 25 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 101 ft-lbs / 65 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.063 in |
| Minimum Shoe Thickness | 0.039 in |
| Rotor Runout Limit | 0.0016 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 1.102 in / 0.433 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 1.102 in / 0.433 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 1.024 in / 0.354 in |
| 1 | 14 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 14 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 48 ft. lbs., step 2: 60 | 48 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22.0.0 ft. lbs. | |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | If using new bolts turn an additional 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2014 Honda Pilot registers an exceptionally clean federal record, with just 116 complaints, 3 recalls, 0 investigations, and 84 TSBs—sitting well below the early-generation spikes of 2003 (746 complaints, 14 recalls) and the 2016 redesign cliff (1,665 complaints, 8 recalls). Within its own second-generation arc, 2014 marks a clear improvement over its 2013 sibling (270 complaints, 6 recalls) and trends modestly lower than 2015 (107 complaints, 4 recalls, 1 investigation), suggesting late-cycle refinement rather than emergent defects. The 3 recalls tied for the lowest figure across the entire 2003–2025 record, and the absence of any open investigation is notable given that 2016 and 2017 both logged 4 investigations each alongside complaint spikes. The leading complaint categories—engine (22), structure (17), and wheels (13)—are not concentrated in a single systemic failure, and 0 fire complaints combined with only 8 crash-flagged complaints points to no outsized safety exposure. A pre-purchase inspection focused on the engine and structural areas would be prudent, but the data overwhelmingly supports a buying recommendation. The 2014 model year stands out as one of the cleanest, most de-risked used Pilot choices in the federal record.
All 116 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer…
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer…
Showing 5 of 84 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A26-002 | 2026-02-01 | Engine | Service Bulletin - The piston ring function deteriorates due to ring low wear toughness… |
| A25-060 | 2025-08-28 | Engine | Service Bulletin - The piston ring function deteriorates due to ring wear and sticking… |
| ONL6Z6072025 | 2025-07-28 | Engine | Owner Notification Letter - the piston ring function can deteriorate due to ring low wear… |
| A25-060 | 2025-07-18 | Engine | Service Bulletin - The piston ring function deteriorates due to ring low wear toughness… |
| AEBM06172025901 | 2025-06-17 | Engine | Dealer Message - Piston ring effectiveness may be reduced due to excessive wear and oil… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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4.5 qt of 0W-20 API, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 18 city / 25 highway / 20 combined mpg.