Honda Pilot ABS Wheel Speed Sensor in US

Your Honda Pilot ABS wheel speed sensor is the component that makes anti-lock braking possible on your Pilot. It monitors the rotational speed of each wheel in real time and sends that data to the Honda Pilot ABS control module, which uses it to prevent wheel lockup during emergency stops. When a sensor fails on your Pilot, your ABS loses the input it needs. On wet, icy, or gravel road surfaces, the difference between a controlled stop and a skid can come down to whether your Honda Pilot wheel speed data is reaching the module.

What Is the ABS Wheel Speed Sensor on Your Honda Pilot

The ABS wheel speed sensor on the Honda Pilot is an electromagnetic or Hall-effect sensor mounted near each wheel hub or bearing assembly of your Pilot. It generates an electronic signal as a toothed reluctor ring rotates past it, producing a frequency the Pilot ABS module interprets as wheel speed. On most modern Honda Pilot vehicles, this same data feeds the traction control system, electronic stability control, and electronic brake force distribution, making a functioning wheel speed sensor critical to the safe operation of multiple Pilot systems simultaneously.

Signs of a Failing ABS Wheel Speed Sensor on the Honda Pilot

• ABS warning light on your Honda Pilot dashboard, the most common first indicator of a failing sensor
• Traction control or stability control warning light illuminated alongside the Pilot ABS light
• ABS activating on your Honda Pilot during normal stops at low speed where it should not engage
• Complete ABS deactivation on the Pilot, wheels lock under hard braking on wet or icy roads
• Speedometer on your Honda Pilot reading erratically or dropping to zero at speed
• Fault codes in the C0035 to C0050 range stored in the Honda Pilot ABS control module

Passive vs. Active ABS Sensors for the Honda Pilot

GeoBrakes stocks both passive and active ABS wheel speed sensors for the Honda Pilot. Passive sensors use an analog signal and are found on older Pilot vehicles and many trucks still in service. Active Hall-effect sensors require a small power supply and output a clean digital signal, offering greater accuracy at very low speeds. Active sensors are standard on most Honda Pilot vehicles manufactured after the mid-2000s and are required for full compatibility with modern Pilot traction and stability control systems.

Why GeoBrakes for the Honda Pilot ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

Signal accuracy matters as much as fitment with Honda Pilot wheel speed sensors. A sensor that generates the correct frequency for your Pilot ABS module ensures consistent ABS calibration, proper traction control thresholds, and accurate stability control response on your Honda Pilot. Every sensor in the GeoBrakes catalogue is matched to the Honda Pilot through our vehicle selector, with front and rear positions listed separately to eliminate position errors on your Pilot.

Frequently Asked Questions - Honda Pilot ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

Can I drive my Honda Pilot with a faulty ABS wheel speed sensor?

You can drive the Honda Pilot with a failed ABS sensor, but the anti-lock braking system on your Pilot will be completely disabled. On icy or wet American roads, this significantly increases stopping distances and the risk of losing steering control during hard braking on your Honda Pilot. Replacing a failed sensor promptly is strongly recommended, particularly before winter.

How do I find the right ABS sensor for my Honda Pilot?

Use the GeoBrakes vehicle selector and enter the Honda Pilot year, make, and model. The system displays only the sensors confirmed to fit the Honda Pilot, with front and rear positions listed separately. Select the position matching the sensor you are replacing on your Pilot to avoid receiving the wrong unit.

Do I need to replace all four ABS sensors on my Honda Pilot at the same time?

No. ABS wheel speed sensors on the Honda Pilot are independent components and only the failed unit needs to be replaced. However, if your Pilot has high mileage and one sensor has failed, it is worth visually inspecting the connectors on the other Honda Pilot sensors for corrosion while the wheel is removed.