The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Odyssey and 2024 Acura RDX vehicles. The steering gear box assembly may not have been tightened properly, allowing water to enter the assembly and cause corrosion and binding gears.
The risk
Corroded and binding steering gears can result in a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are LHU and FHT.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 24V-114 (24V114000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | LHU, FHT |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Steering |
| Report date | February 15, 2024 |
| Owners notified | April 4, 2024 |
| Vehicles affected | 186 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 24V-114 repair free?
Yes. Acura dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are LHU and FHT.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 186 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.