NHTSA Recall 12V573000: Switch (electrical system)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 807,161 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Acura MDX.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V573000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | S73/S74 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION › SWITCH |
| Report received | December 11, 2012 |
| Owner notification | February 22, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Honda is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 Pilot and Odyssey and 2003 through 2006 Acura MDX passenger vehicles manufactured from November 26, 2001, through August 30, 2006. The interlock lever of the ignition switch may deform, which can allow the interlock function of a vehicle with an automatic transmission to be defeated.
Safety risk
Removal of the ignition key when the gear selector of a vehicle with an automatic transmission has not been shifted to the park position can allow the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Honda or Acura dealer. The dealer will install an updated shift interlock lever and, if necessary, replace any necessary part of the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on February 22, 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Honda's recall campaign numbers are S73 and S74.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V573000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Acura MDX | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Honda Odyssey | 2003, 2004 |
| Honda Pilot | 2003, 2004 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.