The Honda brake pedal recall covers about 259,000 US vehicles: the 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, 2023-2025 Acura MDX and 2021-2025 Acura TLX. A pedal pivot pin may not have been secured at the supplier, so the pedal could shift out of position. The fix is a free dealer inspection and, if needed, a new brake pedal assembly.
Quick answer: check your VIN, then book the free inspection. Honda estimated that only about 1% of the vehicles actually have the defect, and no injuries were reported when the recall was filed.
What Is the Honda Brake Pedal Recall?
- NHTSA campaign: 25V391, filed in June 2025
- Transport Canada recall: 2025318
- Cause: the pivot pin of the brake pedal was not staked during a supplier’s production move; the supplier is Otsuka Koki, per Honda’s filing
- Risk: the pedal may move sideways, which can reduce braking or apply the brakes unintentionally and raises crash risk
- Remedy: free inspection and replacement of the brake pedal assembly if needed
Which Honda and Acura Models Are Affected?
| Model | US model years | US vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Honda Pilot | 2023-2025 | 184,253 |
| Acura MDX | 2023-2025 | 67,448 |
| Acura TLX | 2021-2025 | 7,332 |
Canadian model years on the Transport Canada notice differ slightly (MDX 2022, 2024, 2025; TLX 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025), so a model year alone is not enough. Only vehicles built in a specific production window are included.
Warning Signs Owners Should Watch For
- The brake malfunction light comes on.
- The pedal moves sideways or feels abnormal.
- The brake lights stay on when you are not pressing the pedal.
If you see any of these, have the vehicle checked right away instead of waiting for the owner letter.
How to Check Your VIN
- Find the 17-character VIN on the dashboard at the windshield corner or on the driver’s door jamb.
- Enter it on Honda’s recall lookup or Acura’s recall lookup. US owners can also use NHTSA’s recall page.
- In Canada, search Transport Canada recall 2025318 or call your dealer.
- If your VIN is listed, book the free inspection.
What Happens at the Dealer
A technician inspects the brake pedal assembly and replaces it only if the pivot pin is not properly staked. Honda sent owner letters starting around July 28, 2025. Parts supply and appointment times vary by dealer, so ask when you book.
Brakes are a safety system, so recalls like this are worth acting on quickly. For a similar case, see the Ford Expedition brake recall, and for routine maintenance see our best brake pads guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Honda and Acura models are in the brake pedal recall?
The US campaign (NHTSA 25V391) covers the 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, 2023-2025 Acura MDX and 2021-2025 Acura TLX. Transport Canada’s notice 2025318 lists the Pilot (2023-2025), the MDX (2022, 2024, 2025) and the TLX (2021, 2022, 2024, 2025).
How many vehicles are affected?
About 259,033 US vehicles are potentially involved: 184,253 Pilots, 67,448 MDX and 7,332 TLX. Honda estimated roughly 1% of them actually have the defect. Transport Canada does not publish a vehicle count on its notice.
What is the defect?
A brake pedal pivot pin may not have been staked (secured) during manufacturing at a supplier. The pedal could then shift out of position, which can change braking feel or apply the brakes unintentionally.
Who pays for the recall repair?
Honda or Acura pays. Dealers inspect the pedal assembly and replace it if needed at no cost to you. Owners who already paid for a related repair may be eligible for reimbursement, so ask your dealer.
Is it safe to drive an affected vehicle?
Neither the NHTSA report nor Transport Canada’s notice tells owners to stop driving, but a loose pedal can reduce braking control. If you notice the brake warning light, an odd pedal feel or brake lights staying on, stop driving and call a dealer.
