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Yahoo
20 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Honda recalls more than 259,000 cars across the US due to brake pedal issue
NEW YORK (AP) — Honda is recalling more than 259,000 of its cars across the U.S. due to a problem that can cause the brake pedal to shift out of position, potentially interfering with a driver's ability to stop or slow down. According to documents published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the recall covers certain Honda Pilots between model years 2023 and 2025 — as well cars under the auto maker's luxury Acura brand: 2021-2025 Acura TLX and 2023-2025 Acura MDX vehicles. The NHTSA's recall report notes that the brake pedal pivot pin in some of these vehicles was not secured properly during production. That can lead the pedal to shift out of place and 'may lead to unintended application,' the report notes, increasing crash risks. 'The issue could also cause an abnormal brake pedal feeling during operation, illuminate the brake malfunction light in the instrument cluster, or cause the vehicle's brake lights to remain lit even when the brake pedal is not applied,' America Honda said in a statement Wednesday. As a remedy, Honda says authorized dealers will inspect the vehicles covered by this recall and replace the brake pedal assembly if necessary, free of charge. Per the NHTSA's report, the company estimates 1% of these vehicles have this issue. Dealer notifications began on June 13. And mailed owner notification letters are set to follow on July 28. In the meantime, drivers can also confirm if their specific vehicle is included in this recall and find more information using the NHTSA site or Honda's recall lookup. Between February 2024 and June 5, the NHSTA notes, Honda received three warranty claims related to this issue — but no reports of injuries. Honda began investigating the faulty brake pedal in April 2024, after receiving a report of a vehicle experiencing this issue. The company later determined that improper assembly of the brake pedal pivot pin occurred at a supplier's U.S. plant, which has since been closed. Production was transferred to a plant in Mexico — where the supplier now uses a camera sensor 'to verify whether the pivot pin is staked," the recall report notes.
The Independent
a day ago
- Automotive
- The Independent
The Honda models recalled over brake pedal issue
Honda is recalling more than 259,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a brake pedal problem that could increase crash risks. The recall includes the 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and the 2021-2025 Acura TLX. The issue involves a faulty brake pedal pivot pin that may not be properly fastened, potentially causing unintended brake application or other malfunctions. Honda dealers will inspect affected vehicles and replace the necessary parts for free; dealer notifications were sent June 13, and mailed letters to owners will go out July 28. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall, though Honda has received three warranty claims related to the issue.
Al Arabiya
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Al Arabiya
Honda Recalls More Than 259,000 Cars Across the US Due to Brake Pedal Issue
Honda is recalling more than 259,000 of its cars across the US due to a problem that can cause the brake pedal to shift out of position, potentially interfering with a driver's ability to stop or slow down. According to documents published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the recall covers certain Honda Pilots between model years 2023 and 2025–as well cars under the automaker's luxury Acura brand: 2021–2025 Acura TLX and 2023–2025 Acura MDX vehicles. The NHTSA's recall report notes that the brake pedal pivot pin in some of these vehicles was not secured properly during production. That can lead the pedal to shift out of place and may lead to unintended application, the report notes, increasing crash risks. The issue could also cause an abnormal brake pedal feeling during operation, illuminate the brake malfunction light in the instrument cluster, or cause the vehicle's brake lights to remain lit even when the brake pedal is not applied, American Honda said in a statement Wednesday. As a remedy, Honda says authorized dealers will inspect the vehicles covered by this recall and replace the brake pedal assembly if necessary, free of charge. Per the NHTSA's report, the company estimates one percent of these vehicles have this issue. Dealer notifications began on June 13, and mailed owner notification letters are set to follow on July 28. In the meantime, drivers can also confirm if their specific vehicle is included in this recall and find more information using the NHTSA site or Honda's recall lookup. Between February 2024 and June 5, the NHTSA notes Honda received three warranty claims related to this issue–but no reports of injuries. Honda began investigating the faulty brake pedal in April 2024 after receiving a report of a vehicle experiencing this issue. The company later determined that improper assembly of the brake pedal pivot pin occurred at a supplier's US plant, which has since been closed. Production was transferred to a plant in Mexico–where the supplier now uses a camera sensor to verify whether the pivot pin is staked, the recall report notes.
Associated Press
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Honda recalls more than 259,000 cars across the US due to brake pedal issue
NEW YORK (AP) — Honda is recalling more than 259,000 of its cars across the U.S. due to a problem that can cause the brake pedal to shift out of position, potentially interfering with a driver's ability to stop or slow down. According to documents published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the recall covers certain Honda Pilots between model years 2023 and 2025 — as well cars under the auto maker's luxury Acura brand: 2021-2025 Acura TLX and 2023-2025 Acura MDX vehicles. The NHTSA's recall report notes that the brake pedal pivot pin in some of these vehicles was not secured properly during production. That can lead the pedal to shift out of place and 'may lead to unintended application,' the report notes, increasing crash risks. 'The issue could also cause an abnormal brake pedal feeling during operation, illuminate the brake malfunction light in the instrument cluster, or cause the vehicle's brake lights to remain lit even when the brake pedal is not applied,' America Honda said in a statement Wednesday. As a remedy, Honda says authorized dealers will inspect the vehicles covered by this recall and replace the brake pedal assembly if necessary, free of charge. Per the NHTSA's report, the company estimates 1% of these vehicles have this issue. Dealer notifications began on June 13. And mailed owner notification letters are set to follow on July 28. In the meantime, drivers can also confirm if their specific vehicle is included in this recall and find more information using the NHTSA site or Honda's recall lookup. Between February 2024 and June 5, the NHSTA notes, Honda received three warranty claims related to this issue — but no reports of injuries. Honda began investigating the faulty brake pedal in April 2024, after receiving a report of a vehicle experiencing this issue. The company later determined that improper assembly of the brake pedal pivot pin occurred at a supplier's U.S. plant, which has since been closed. Production was transferred to a plant in Mexico — where the supplier now uses a camera sensor 'to verify whether the pivot pin is staked,' the recall report notes.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
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. You Might Also Like You Need a Torque Wrench in Your Toolbox Tested: Best Car Interior Cleaners The Man Who Signs Every Car
