Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Pilot.
The 2019 Honda Pilot, a midsize SUV built on Honda’s robust U.S. platform, pairs a smooth 5.7‑quart, 0W‑20 engine with an S9 automatic transmission that delivers EPA‑rated 19/26/22 mpg across city, highway, and combined drives. This model year sits comfortably within the Pilot’s long‑term reliability trajectory, receiving 862 owner complaints—primarily engine‑related—and 13 recalls, yet still far below the 2016 peak of 1,665 complaints, signaling a steady improvement in durability over the 2003‑2025 span.
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 (S9) |
| Overall length | 196.5 in |
| Overall width | 79.9 in |
| Overall height | 70.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in |
| Curb weight | 4259 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 66.1 / 66.1 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 57/43 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 19 / 26 / 22 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Elite 3.5L V6 | 6.30 sec | 14.80 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2020 | Black Edition 3.5L V6 | 6.20 sec | 14.80 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2020 | Black Edition 3.5L V6 | 6.20 sec | 14.70 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | Elite 3.5L V6 | 6.00 sec | 14.80 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2016 | Elite 3.5L V6 | 6.00 sec | 14.60 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2016 | Elite 3.5L V6 | 6.10 sec | 14.80 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2016 | Elite 3.5L V6 | 6.20 sec | 14.80 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2016 | EX 3.5L V6 | 6.20 sec | 14.80 sec | 280 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 5.7 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 94 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 6-Speed |
| Brake Fluid | Dot 3 |
| Engine Coolant | Honda Type 2 antifreeze/coolant |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | With 6 Speed |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5.7 qt |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Flex or Driveplate Bolts | 55.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 55 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 24 ft-lbs |
| Main Bearings | 11mm |
| Lug Nuts | 94 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 242.0 |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 181.0 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 680 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Honda |
| Spark Plug Gap | .039-.043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 16 ft-lbs |
| Ignition Timing | 5 degrees |
| Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance | 2 degrees |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Oil Type | RL85HM |
| Oil Group | POE |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 24F |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 550 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 620 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 Must use a AGM VRLA Battery. |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 60.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 67.0 |
| Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO) | 60.0-67.0 |
| Engine Compression | 400 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 53.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 25.0 ft-lbs |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 101.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 65.0 ft-lbs |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 6.0; Rear: 6.0 |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.063 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: 1.024; Rear: .354 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .0006 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .0016 |
| Maximum Drum Diameter | Parking Brake: 8.307 |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 48.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 60 | 48 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22 ft. lbs., Step 2: Turn 90°, Step 3: Turn 90°, Step 4: If using new bolts: Turn 90°. | 22 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2019 model year represents a significant regression from the relative calm of 2018, with complaints doubling from 426 to 862 and recalls jumping from 7 to 13, though investigations held steady at 4. Within the third-generation arc that began with the 2016 spike of 1,665 complaints, 2019 sits as a secondary crest—nearly matching 2017's volume while carrying the highest recall count of the 2016-2020 period. While 2020 shows improvement with complaints dropping to 469 and recalls to 11, the 2019 data indicates this model year did not benefit from the post-2016 quality stabilization seen in 2018. Given the elevated complaint volume, substantial recall activity, and persistence of engine and electrical system grievances without evidence of root cause resolution in the federal data, prospective buyers should approach the 2019 Pilot with heightened scrutiny or consider the more settled 2020 model instead.
All 862 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 13 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Passport, and 2019-2021 Pilot vehicles. Incorrect instrument panel control module software can cause the instrument panel to not display… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda…
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pilot, 2019-2020 Odyssey and 2019-2020 Passport vehicles. Incorrect central network software programming may cause several errors to occur that can delay… Remedy: Honda will notify owners that updated software is available. Owners have the option to either follow the mailed instructions to download and update the software for free, or visit…
Showing 5 of 223 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A24-061 | 2025-11-06 | Electrical System | Service Bulletin - The wireless charger starts charging the phone and then stops… |
| ATI&08212025903 | 2025-08-21 | Visibility/Wiper | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022-2025… |
| ATI&08072025902 | 2025-08-07 | Electrical System | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022-2025… |
| A20-022 | 2025-07-31 | Structure | Service Bulletin - One or more accessory running board lights are flickering or not… |
| ATI&07242025904 | 2025-07-24 | Visibility/Wiper | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022-2025… |
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5.7 qt of 0W-20, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 13 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 19 city / 26 highway / 22 combined mpg.