These 3 Honda and Acura Models Are Being Recalled for Brake Pedals That Can Shift Out of Place
Hondas are known for being some of the sturdiest vehicles out there, but no automaker is immune to quality control issues. As of June 12, more than 259,000 late-model Honda and Acura units are subject to a recall from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration over a slightly surprising issue.
The recall is focused on the brake pedal — specifically, on a pivot pin that was not properly installed. In turn, Honda says the brake pedal can shift out of position, which could lead to unintended application of the brakes; additionally, the movement of the brake pedal could impede the driver's ability to safely slow or stop the vehicle.
A variety of Honda and Acura models are included in the recall. Specifically, 2021–2025 Acura TLX, 2023–2025 Acura MDX, and 2023–2025 Honda Pilot units are subject to the recall, though the federal safety watchdog estimates that only 1% of models will be affected. The production dates associated with the recalled models are long, starting in October 2020 and ending in February 2025.
Honda says that owners may receive a warning ahead of time in the form of a brake malfunction light on the dash, or literal movement in the brake pedal. The brake lights may also remain applied when the driver isn't touching the pedal.
Honda first learned about this problem in April 2024, when the automaker received a report of one vehicle experiencing brake pedal movement. Apparently, the part supplier for the brake pedal ceased U.S. parts production for the affected models in June 2024 and moved manufacturing to Mexico. By December 2024, Honda has received another report of a shifting brake pedal, prompting the automaker to investigate its parts supplier in February 2025. The issue was identified by April 2025 and was found to be non-compliant with federal motor vehicle safety standards by June.
The fix for such a sweeping recall is surprisingly simple: Honda says it will replace the entire brake pedal assembly for affected models. The new brake pedal assembly has a properly staked pivot pin, meaning the issue isn't likely to strike again. Additionally, Honda has implemented a camera-based system at the supplier's factory, to ensure that each brake pedal assembly is properly assembled.
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