The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport, 2021-2022 Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles. The tie rod fastener that connects the brake booster and the brake master cylinder may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake master cylinder to separate from the booster assembly.
The risk
Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are VEU, AEV, and ZET.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 23V-458 (23V458000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | VEU, AEV, ZET |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder |
| Report date | June 29, 2023 |
| Owners notified | August 7, 2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 124,077 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
- 2020 Acura MDX brake problems 15
- 2020 Honda Civic brake problems 17
- 2021 Honda Civic brake problems 18
- 2021 Honda Passport brake problems 22
- 2022 Honda Passport brake problems 9
- 2023 Honda Passport brake problems 10
- 2021 Honda Pilot brake problems 28
- 2022 Honda Pilot brake problems 20
- 2020 Honda Ridgeline brake problems 5
- 2021 Honda Ridgeline brake problems 3
- 2022 Honda Ridgeline brake problems 6
- 2023 Honda Ridgeline brake problems 5
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 23V-458 repair free?
Yes. Acura dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are VEU, AEV, and ZET.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 124,077 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.