Recall 12V-573
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalled the 2003 to 2006 Acura MDX and 2 other models: Electrical system (ignition, switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 12V-573
- Reported
- December 11, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 807,161 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The 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.
The fix
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-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Honda's recall campaign numbers are S73 and S74.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Acura MDX 2003 to 2006
- Honda Odyssey 2003 to 2004
- Honda Pilot 2003 to 2004