2026 Honda Pilot Elite
5FNYG1H81TB026207

Last known mileage — 2 341 mi. This page includes photos, sale history, market estimate and similar HONDA PILOT listings.

Analysis report

This 2026 Honda Pilot Elite was involved in a sideswipe collision resulting in moderate damage to the front, right front, and right side before being declared a total loss by the Texas Motor Vehicle Department. While it has only one owner and shows no odometer rollback, the vehicle sustained structural damage leading to its title being issued to an insurance company at 23,041 miles. Reviewing the full report is essential before buying or financing to understand how this specific accident history and total loss status impact the vehicle's safety, value, and long-term reliability.

Characteristics

Seller Reserve Price
VIN 5FNYG1H81TB026207
Auction IAAI
Mileage 2,341 mi 3,767 km
Auction Date (UTC) 09/09/2026 14:30
Engine 3.5l V-6 Di, Dohc, Vvt, 285hp
Color Red
Body Sport Utility
Transmission Automatic
Fuel Gasoline
Key Keys Present
Cost of repair $ 26 845 USD
Market value $ 54 510 USD
Primary damage Front End

Trade history

Sales history unknown

Exterior condition

1 damage · 1 zone
Damage map
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1 Front
Primary damage: Front End
AI Analysis
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Expert Conclusion 4/10
Repair Complexity: High
Risk of Hidden Damage: High

The vehicle has sustained heavy front-end damage concentrated on the passenger side. The primary concern is whether the frame rails are pulled or twisted, which would complicate alignment and safety. Additionally, the transmission warning must be diagnosed immediately; it could range from a simple sensor failure to a cracked transmission housing.

Advantages
Insurance Seller: High likelihood of a well-documented history and clear title.
Extremely Low Mileage: Only 2,341 miles; the vehicle is nearly new.
Disadvantages
Severe Frontal Impact: Likely structural damage to front frame rails/subframe.
Transmission Warning: Active warning light suggests potential mechanical or electronic failure in the drivetrain.
High Repair Cost vs. Value: High cost of repair relative to market value may lead to a 'Salvage' title.
Proceed with Caution

While the low mileage is an excellent selling point for parts or a high-end rebuild, the combination of severe front-end structural damage and an active 'Transmission System' warning makes this a high-risk project. The investment is only viable if you have access to specialized frame correction equipment and can verify that the transmission issue is not catastrophic.

Airbags: Not Visible Glass: Intact Suspension damage
Damage
Severe Front Bumper & Grille — Complete destruction of the front bumper assembly and grille. Significant impact force evident on the passenger side.
Moderate Hood / Front Clip — Hood is buckled and misaligned due to front-end collision; requires replacement or significant structural pulling.
Severe Front Passenger Fender & Wheel Well — Passenger side fender is crushed. The inner wheel well structure and mounting points are heavily compromised.
Moderate Driver Side Front Door / A-Pillar Area — Minor deformation near the hinge area; potential for internal structural twisting of the front frame rail.
Severe Transmission System — Dashboard displays a 'Transmission system problem' warning. This could be related to physical damage or an electronic fault caused by the impact.
Generated by Artificial Intelligence for reference
VIN Decoder 5FNYG1H81TB026207
A B S Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control Standard
Airbag Location Curtain 1st and 2nd and 3rd Rows
Airbag Location Front 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Airbag Location Knee 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Airbag Location Side 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Auto High Beam Standard
Auto Reverse System Standard
Blind Spot Intervention Standard
Blind Spot Monitor Standard
Body Class Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
C I B Standard
Cooling Type Water
Daytime Running Light Standard
Displacement (L) 3.5
Displacement C C 3500.0
Displacement C I 213.58310433156
Doors 5
Drive Type AWD/All-Wheel Drive
Dynamic Brake Support Standard
E D R Standard
E S C Standard
Engine Configuration V-Shaped
Engine Cycles 4
Engine Cylinders 6
Engine H P 285
Engine Manufacturer Honda
Engine Model J35Y8
Forward Collision Warning Standard
Fuel Type Gasoline
G V W R Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)
G V W R_to Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)
Keyless Ignition Standard
Lane Departure Warning Standard
Lane Keep System Standard
Lower Beam Headlamp Light Source LED
Make HONDA
Manufacturer AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Model Pilot
Model Year 2026
Other Engine Info Direct Fuel Injection
Other Restraint System Info Front: Seat Belt, Mid/Rear: Seat Belt and Side Curtain Air Bag (Outer Positions)/Seat Belt (Center Position)
Park Assist Standard
Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking Standard
Plant City LINCOLN
Plant Country UNITED STATES (USA)
Plant State ALABAMA
Rear Automatic Emergency Braking Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Standard
Rear Visibility System Standard
Seat Belts All Manual
Seat Rows 3
T P M S Direct
Traction Control Standard
Transmission Speeds 10
Transmission Style Automatic
Trim Elite
V I N 5FNYG1H81TB026207
Valve Train Design Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Descriptor 5FNYG1H8*TB
Vehicle Type MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Vehicle Valuation (USA) 5FNYG1H81TB026207
At Recycler No
Auction Announcement Within45 Days No
Colors
Beige, Black, Blue, Brown, Burgundy, Gold, Gray, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, Silver, White, Yellow
Display Name Honda
Display Name Elite Sport Utility 4D
Display Name 2026
Display Name Pilot
Drivetrains AWD
Engines V6, 3.5 Liter
Flood Damage No
Frame Damage No
Government Use No
Has Accidents Yes
Insurance Owned No
Livery Use No
Miles 45
Not Actual Mileage No
Options
Black Emblem Pkg, Blind-Spot Information System, Function Pkg, Pet Pkg, Hill Descent Control, Hill Start Assist, Traction Control, Stability Control, ABS (4-Wheel), Alarm System, Keyless Entry, Push Button Start, Air Conditioning, Air Conditioning, Rear, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Tailgate Release, Power Steering, Tilt & Telescoping Wheel, Head-Up Display, AM/FM/HD Radio, Bose Surround Sound, Navigation System, Bluetooth Wireless, HondaLink, F&R Parking Sensors, Backup Camera, Surround View Camera, Dual Air Bags, Side Air Bags, F&R Head Curtain Air Bags, Knee Air Bags, Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning System, Heated & Ventilated Seats, Dual Power Seats, Leather, Third Row Seat, Panoramic Power Glass Moon Roof, Daytime Running Lights, LED Headlamps, Fog Lights, Roof Spoiler, Running Boards, Roof Rack, Towing Pkg, Alloy Wheels, Premium Wheels, Oversized Premium Wheels 20"+
Original Owner Yes
Police Use No
Previously Canadian No
Report Date 2026-09-05
Salvage No
Taxi Use No
Title Brand No
Transmissions Automatic, 10-Spd
Used As Rental No
Vehicle Data 5FNYG1H81TB026207
Vehicle
Make Honda
Model Pilot
Year 2026
Country US
Elite
Name Elite AWD
Body style Sport Utility
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive
Doors 4
MSRP $53,695
Invoice $49,292
Supply & Demand (USA) 5FNYG1H81TB026207
Vehicle
Make Honda
Model Pilot
Year 2026
Market Overview
Supply level Neutral
Demand level Neutral
Avg days to sell 36 days
DSO 59 days
Ingest date 2026-08-31
Listings (90d)
Sold 481
Active listings 315
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