A software flaw that might cause engine stalls or power outages has prompted Honda to recall 294,612 cars under the Honda and Acura brands. The 2021–2025 Acura TLX Type-S, 2022–2025 Acura MDX Type-S, and 2023–2025 Honda Pilot are among the impacted vehicles. Despite the fact that no injuries or collisions have been reported, the problem, which was discovered through telematics monitoring, may raise the chance of accidents.
In the automobile business, vehicle recalls are a common yet important issue that frequently act as a preventive measure to lessen any safety hazards. Given that contemporary cars mainly rely on digital controls, Honda’s quick response in this case emphasizes the significance of vehicle software integrity. Midway through March, owners of the impacted vehicles will receive notification, and dealerships will provide a free software update to address the problem.
Software Malfunction Identified as the Cause
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) claims that the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) software was incorrectly set, which is the cause of the recall. Power hesitation, loss of driving power, or total engine stall can result from the malfunction’s abrupt changes in throttle response, which can also illuminate the check engine light.
The car manufacturer acknowledged the issue in a recall report, warning that such failures could elevate the risk of crashes or injuries. However, as of 16 January, no accidents or injuries had been attributed to the fault. The company detected the problem through telematics data, a system that collects and transmits vehicle performance information in real time.
To resolve the issue, Honda dealerships will reprogram the FI-ECU software to ensure the proper control logic is in place. The automaker has assured that the fix will be provided at no cost to owners.
Recall Notifications and Honda’s Response
By the middle of March, owners of the impacted Acura MDX, Acura TLX, and Honda Pilot cars should anticipate receiving an official recall notification. In order to prevent possible safety hazards, Honda has advised car owners to make an appointment for repairs as soon as they receive the warning.
The recall follows a broader trend of automakers issuing software-related recalls as vehicles become increasingly reliant on digital control systems. In late 2024 and early 2025, Kia and Jeep also recalled thousands of vehicles due to software malfunctions affecting airbags and electronic stability controls.
With nearly 1.42 million cars sold under the Honda and Acura brands in the US, Honda’s 2024 sales numbers are still impressive despite the recall. This represents an 8.8% growth over the previous year. The business has reaffirmed its dedication to using proactive monitoring and corrective measures to solve vehicle safety issues.
Owners who are worried about the recall can get further information by contacting Honda customer care or by looking up their vehicle identifying number (VIN) on the NHTSA website.