Honda has initiated a recall in the United States involving 635,808 vehicles from its Honda and Acura brands. The campaign addresses a software configuration error in the electric power steering system that can cause the unit to enter failsafe mode and disable steering assistance.
The affected models include the 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2022-2024 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot. The 2025 Pilot model accounts for the largest portion of the recall, totaling 240,830 units. The issue stems from a calculation error in the Driver Attention Monitor software.
While the mechanical steering remains functional, the loss of electric assistance increases the physical effort required to steer, particularly during low-speed maneuvers. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warns that this could reduce vehicle control and raise crash risks.
To resolve the issue, authorized dealerships will perform a free software update to the power steering control unit. Honda began notifying dealers on October 30, and owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed starting December 14.
