Honda and Acura are recalling nearly 295,000 vehicles due to software issues that could cause engine stalling or power loss, as well as a separate issue affecting the rearview camera display.
The recall includes:
- 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S
- 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S
- 2023-2025 Honda Pilot
The primary recall affects 294,612 units, specifically the 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S, 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot. According to the official recall report submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Honda reported that improper programming of the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) can result in sudden throttle opening changes. This may cause the engine to hesitate, lose power, or stall while driving increasing the risks of crash and injury.
Honda initially started investigating the issue in December 2023, and their supplier Denso notified them of a potential issue months later in April 2024. As of January 16, 674 warranty claims have been submitted, but there have been no injuries or crashes linked to the defect. Registered owners of affected vehicles will be via mail to have their vehicle’s FI-ECU software reprogrammed at dealerships. Owners who have already paid for the repairs may be eligible for reimbursement.
Additionally, Acura is recalling 9,221 MDX vehicles from the 2025 model year due to an issue with the infotainment system. The problem, which was identified in October 2024, is caused by improper software programming and may cause the rearview camera display to go blank when shifting the vehicle out of reverse.
Honda confirms that no crashes, injuries, or warranty claims have been reported in connection with the infotainment system issue. Owners will be notified in March, and dealers will replace the affected infotainment systems.
