Honda Recalls 259,000 US Vehicles for Brake Pedal Defect

Honda is recalling 259,865 vehicles in the United States due to a defect that may cause the brake pedal to shift out of position, potentially interfering with braking functionality. The recall, detailed in filings by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), affects select models of the 2023–2025 Honda Pilot, 2021–2025 Acura TLX, and 2023–2025 Acura MDX.

According to NHTSA documentation, the issue stems from a production error in which the brake pedal pivot pin was not properly secured during assembly. This defect could result in unintended brake application or abnormal pedal response. “The brake pedal may shift out of position and lead to unintended application,” the recall report states.

In a statement, Honda noted that the defect could also cause an abnormal brake pedal feel, trigger the brake malfunction indicator lamp, or cause the brake lights to remain on even when the pedal is not pressed.

Honda began investigating the issue in April 2024 after receiving a customer report. By June 5, 2024, the company had identified three warranty claims linked to the defect. No injuries or accidents related to the issue have been reported.

As a remedy, authorized Honda and Acura dealers will inspect affected vehicles and replace the brake pedal assembly at no cost to the owners. Honda estimates that approximately 1% of the recalled vehicles are likely to exhibit the defect.

Dealers were notified of the recall on June 13, 2025. Notification letters to vehicle owners are scheduled to be mailed starting July 28, 2025. In the meantime, owners can check if their vehicle is affected by using Honda’s recall lookup tool or the NHTSA recall search tool.

The defect was traced back to a supplier facility in the United States, which has since been shut down. Honda reported that production has been relocated to a facility in Mexico. “The supplier now uses a camera sensor to verify that the pivot pin is properly secured,” the company stated in its recall documentation.