NHTSA Recall 25V031000: Software (electrical system) and fuel injection system (fuel system)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 294,612 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Acura MDX Type S.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V031000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | EL1, AL0 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
| Report received | January 23, 2025 |
| Owner notification | March 17, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S, 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, and 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S vehicles. A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power.
Safety risk
An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EL1 and AL0.
Notes
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 nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V031000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Acura MDX Type S | 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| Acura TLX Type S | 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| Honda Pilot | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
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.