2009 Honda Pilotvs 2009 Ford Explorer
Side-by-side reliability comparison based on NHTSA owner complaints
The 2009 Ford Explorer is the most reliable choice with a Klunk Score of 92/100 ("Smooth Ride"). The 2009 Honda Pilot has 134 owner complaints and 2 NHTSA recalls. The 2009 Ford Explorer has 33 owner complaints and 0 NHTSA recalls.
2009 Honda Pilot
67 /100
Solid Pick
2009 Ford Explorer
92 /100
Smooth Ride
Winner
Head to Head
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
|---|---|---|
| Klunk Score | 67/100 | 92/100 |
| Complaints | 134 | 33 |
| Recalls | 2 | 0 |
| Verdict | Solid Pick | Smooth Ride |
Complaints by Category
2009 Honda Pilot
Body 44
Engine 39
Electrical 31
Brakes 13
Transmission 7
2009 Ford Explorer
Body 20
Engine 7
Electrical 3
Transmission 2
Brakes 1