The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
The risk
A brake pedal that shifts out of position can prevent the driver from applying the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are FLX and XLY.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-391 (25V391000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | FLX, XLY |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages |
| Report date | June 12, 2025 |
| Owners notified | July 28, 2025 |
| Vehicles affected | 259,033 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2023 Acura MDX
- 2024 Acura MDX
- 2025 Acura MDX
- 2021 Acura TLX
- 2022 Acura TLX
- 2023 Acura TLX
- 2024 Acura TLX
- 2023 Honda Pilot
- 2024 Honda Pilot
- 2025 Honda Pilot
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-391 repair free?
Yes. Acura dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are FLX and XLY.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 259,033 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.