Honda has announced a recall of 294,612 sedans and SUVs from its main brand and Acura luxury brand due to a software issue that could potentially cause engines to stall or lose power. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has reported that the electronic control units (ECUs) in the affected vehicles may have been programmed with incorrect fuel-injection settings. This could result in a loss of power, hesitation, or stalling under certain driving conditions, such as sudden throttle application, due to an improper amount of fuel being added to the engine.
The improper ratio of air to fuel can prevent the engine from running properly, leading to a sudden loss of propulsion for drivers. In addition, a warning light on the dashboard may illuminate to alert drivers of the issue. The recall affects various models, including the MDX, Pilot, and TLX.
Honda has received 674 warranty claims related to this issue, but there have been no reported injuries or crashes. The automaker was alerted to the problem by Denso, the supplier of the affected vehicles’ ECUs. The remedy for this issue involves reprogramming the ECU software, which will be performed by dealers free of charge. Owners who have paid for any related repairs out of pocket will be reimbursed.
Notification letters will be sent to owners on March 17, and they can also contact Honda’s customer service department at 1-888-234-2138 for more information. The recall reference numbers are AL0 for the Pilot and EL1 for the MDX and TLX.
In other news, the MDX and Pilot models are receiving updates for the 2025 model year. The Pilot will introduce a new Black Edition range topper, while the MDX will undergo a more general refresh. The TLX sedan, on the other hand, will remain unchanged following its 2024-model-year refresh.
For more information on the recall and updates to the MDX, Pilot, and TLX models, owners can visit Honda’s recall hub or refer to the provided links for additional details.
