2016 Honda Pilot Key Replacement

The 2016–2022 Pilot uses the same key setup, so everything on this page applies to those years too. The full picture is on the Honda Pilot key guide.

2016 Honda Pilot: key facts

Key type: Smart / proximity key
Push-to-start: Yes
Transponder chip: G (ID47, Hitag 3)
Programming: OBD
All keys lost: We can originate new keys on site

Third generation: push-button start is standard on every trim including LX (2016 spec tables confirm; proximity door entry is EX-and-above early in the run, so LX owners unlock with the fob buttons). KR5V2X-family smart fob on ID47.

What key does the 2016 Honda Pilot use?

The 2016 Pilot is a third-generation Pilot, and it came with a smart proximity fob and push-button start. Push-button start is standard on every trim, including the base LX. The fob is in the KR5V2X family and carries a G-family chip, ID47 (Hitag 3). Three published references agree on that chip data, which is why we list it as verified.

Door entry is where trims differ. Walk-up proximity entry, where you touch the handle with the fob in your pocket, was an EX-and-above feature early in the run. If you own an LX, you unlock the doors with the buttons on the fob. Start-up is push-button either way. If you are not sure which version you have, give us the trim when you call and we will confirm by VIN.

Every one of these fobs has a mechanical emergency blade hidden inside it. That blade is your way into the car when the fob stops talking to it. The problems we hear about most on this setup:

A dead fob battery: the dash says the key is not detected, but the hidden blade still opens the door.
A lost fob: replacing a smart fob costs more than replacing an older bladed key, because the fob has to be programmed to the car.
A water-damaged or crushed fob: pockets, washing machines, and driveways are hard on them.

Spare key or all keys lost: how is the job different?

Making a duplicate on this Pilot needs an original key, meaning a working fob the car already recognizes. With one in hand, adding a spare is the more straightforward job. If you only have one fob left, that is the time to add another, before a lost key turns into a bigger problem.

If every fob is gone, the job is still possible. The Pilot's programming is done through the OBD port, and our data shows no NASTF SDRM access is required for this year. Nothing in our data for the 2016 Pilot makes it a dealer-only job. All keys lost simply means more steps: we cannot copy anything, so we work from the vehicle itself, cut the emergency blade, and program a new fob from scratch.

Either way, we need to verify that the Pilot is yours before we make a key. Have your ID and proof of ownership, such as registration or title, ready.

How we handle a 2016 Pilot key replacement

Here is the usual order of the work, whether you reach us by phone or at the storefront.

Call (213) 577-1366. Tell us the year, model, trim, and whether you have any working fob. If you have the VIN, have it handy.
Choose where to meet. Our mobile vans come to the Pilot, or you can come to the storefront at 10740 Wilshire Blvd in Westwood.
We verify ownership with ID and paperwork that ties you to the vehicle.
We cut the emergency blade and program the new smart fob through the OBD port.
We test the fob: door buttons, push-button start, and the emergency blade in the door lock. Then we hand you the key and check you are comfortable with it.

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What affects the price of a Pilot key?

We do not quote numbers on a web page, because the honest price depends on your situation. These are the factors that move it:

The biggest one is spare versus all keys lost. A copy from a working fob is less work than building a first key when nothing is left to copy from. After that, the number of fobs matters: ordering two at once is usually the more economical route compared with coming back later for a second one.

Also relevant: the trim, since proximity-entry and button-only versions are not the same hardware; the condition of the fob if you are repairing rather than replacing; and where and when you need us, because a van trip at 2 a.m. is not the same as a daytime visit to the storefront. A smart fob will always cost more than an old bladed key, and we would rather say that plainly than surprise you. If a dead battery is the only problem, you may not need a new fob at all. Tell us what is happening and we will say so. You can also see our wider Honda Pilot key coverage for other years, or reach us through the contact page.

What we confirm by VIN, and why call us

Two details on this year can vary from car to car: which door-entry setup your trim has, and the exact fob part that matches it. The chip family and programming method above are verified, but we confirm the specific fob by VIN or in person before cutting or ordering anything, rather than guessing and handing you the wrong one.

Wilshire Lock & Key has been in business since 1987. We run a storefront plus mobile vans, and the company that answers the phone is the company that shows up, with no dispatch middlemen in between. David, the owner and lead technician, oversees the work. We serve 140 cities across Los Angeles and Ventura counties. California requires locksmith companies to hold a BSIS LCO license, so ask any locksmith, including us, for it before they start. For other Honda models, see our Honda car key page.

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Honda Pilot have push-button start on every trim?

Yes. Push-button start is standard on every 2016 Pilot trim, including the LX. What differs is door entry: proximity entry was EX and above early in the run, so LX owners use the fob buttons to unlock.

What chip does the 2016 Pilot key use?

The fob is a KR5V2X-family smart key with a G-family chip, ID47 (Hitag 3). We confirm the exact fob for your car by VIN before we order or program one.

My Pilot says key not detected. Do I need a new fob?

Not necessarily. A dead fob battery is a common cause of that message, and the hidden emergency blade still opens the door. If the battery is the issue, you may not need a replacement fob. Call us and we will help you work out which it is.

Can you make a Pilot key if I lost every fob?

Yes, all keys lost is possible on this year. Programming goes through the OBD port, and our data shows NASTF SDRM access is not required. We verify ownership first.

Do I need my original key to get a duplicate?

Yes, duplication on this setup needs an original working key. If you have one fob left, adding a spare now is easier than waiting until you have none.

Can I wait for you at the storefront, or do you come to me?

Both work. Our storefront is at 10740 Wilshire Blvd in Westwood, and our mobile vans can come to the vehicle. Phones are answered 24 hours a day at (213) 577-1366.

Where can I see other Pilot years or other Honda models?

Our car keys hub lists every make we cover, and the Honda Pilot page covers the other model years, since the key setup can change from year to year.

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Reviewed by David, Owner & Lead Technician, Wilshire Lock & Key — in the locksmith trade since 1987.

Last updated 2026-10-11.