Honda Recalls Vehicles Over Fuel Injection Software IssueHonda is recalling around 295,000 vehicles in the United States due to a software defect in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU), which may result in engine stalling or power loss. This issue, acknowledged by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), poses a potential safety hazard by increasing the likelihood of crashes.What Causes the Issue?
The recall stems from improper programming of the FI-ECU, which can cause the engine to stall, hesitate, or lose power when there are sudden throttle changes. Additionally, affected vehicles may display a check engine light as a warning. These performance issues heighten the risk of accidents and potential injuries.Affected Honda and Acura ModelsThe recall applies to the following models:
For further assistance, owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138, referencing recall numbers EL1 and AL0. Alternatively, vehicle owners can reach out to the NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit nhtsa.gov to check recall status and additional details.
The recall stems from improper programming of the FI-ECU, which can cause the engine to stall, hesitate, or lose power when there are sudden throttle changes. Additionally, affected vehicles may display a check engine light as a warning. These performance issues heighten the risk of accidents and potential injuries.Affected Honda and Acura ModelsThe recall applies to the following models:
- 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S
- 2023-2025 Honda Pilot
- 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S
For further assistance, owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138, referencing recall numbers EL1 and AL0. Alternatively, vehicle owners can reach out to the NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit nhtsa.gov to check recall status and additional details.
