2020-2023 Honda Brake Master Cylinder Recall
Honda has issued a recall (NHTSA ID 23V458000) for specific 2020-2023 Civic, Ridgeline, Passport, Pilot, and Acura MDX models. The brake master cylinder tie rod fastener may be improperly assembled, potentially causing brake loss and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and repair the issue…
Also applies to
- Honda Civic
- 2020
- Honda Passport
- 2021–2023
Why This Matters: Safety Risk
Honda has identified a critical safety concern affecting certain 2020-2023 models, including the 2021 Honda Civic. The tie rod fastener connecting the brake booster and the brake master cylinder may not have been assembled correctly during manufacturing. If the brake master cylinder separates from the booster assembly, it can lead to a sudden and complete loss of brake function. This significantly increases the risk of a crash.
What's Being Recalled
This recall, identified by NHTSA ID 23V458000, addresses a defect in the SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER. The specific issue is the improper assembly of the tie rod fastener.
The recall affects the following vehicles:
- 2020-2021 Honda Civic
- 2020-2023 Honda Ridgeline
- 2021-2023 Honda Passport
- 2021-2022 Honda Pilot
- 2020 Acura MDX
Honda's internal numbers for this recall are VEU, AEV, and ZET.
Manufacturer's Remedy
Honda dealers will inspect the brake booster assembly on affected vehicles. If an issue is found, the necessary repairs will be performed free of charge to the owner. Owner notification letters were mailed starting August 7, 2023.
What Owners Should Do
If you own one of the affected vehicles, including a 2021 Honda Civic, it is important to address this recall promptly. You can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 to determine if your vehicle is included in recall VEU, AEV, or ZET. You can also visit the NHTSA website, www.nhtsa.gov, and enter your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to check for any open recalls.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Recall ID: 23V458000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the problem with the Honda brake master cylinder?
- The recall (NHTSA ID 23V458000) is due to an improperly assembled tie rod fastener that connects the brake booster and the brake master cylinder. This can cause the master cylinder to separate, leading to a loss of brake function and increased crash risk.
- Which Honda and Acura models are affected by recall 23V458000?
- This recall affects certain 2020-2021 Honda Civic, 2020-2023 Honda Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Honda Passport, 2021-2022 Honda Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles.
- What is the remedy for the brake master cylinder recall?
- Honda dealers will inspect the brake booster assembly and perform any necessary repairs free of charge. Owner notification letters were sent out starting August 7, 2023.
- How can I check if my 2021 Honda Civic is part of this recall?
- You can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138, referencing recall numbers VEU, AEV, or ZET. Alternatively, visit www.nhtsa.gov and enter your vehicle's VIN to check for any open recalls.
What Honda Civic owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 46 model years.
- 16,711
- Owner complaints
- 94
- Recalls
- 1,769
- Service bulletins
- 1,775
- Crashes reported
- 179
- Fires reported
- 1,484
- Injuries reported
The 2021 model year
150 complaints, the 29th most of 46 model years on file. Owners reported 5 crashes, 2 fires and 2 injuries for this year, which also has 4 recalls on file.
Service Brakes and Hydraulic, the system this article covers, accounts for 1,035 of 16,711 complaints (6%), including 18 for 2021.
Complaints by model year
| 2001 | 1,079 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 702 | |
| 2006 | 1,462 | |
| 2007 | 1,270 | |
| 2008 | 981 | |
| 2016 | 1,082 | |
| 2017 | 606 | |
| 2018 | 752 | |
| 2021 | 150 | |
| 2022 | 889 |
Most-reported systems
- Air Bags — 2,938
- Steering — 2,631
- Power Train — 1,883
- Electrical System — 1,666
- Engine — 1,163
Latest recalls for the 2021 model year
- 26V332000 — Air Bags (May 2026)
- 24V064000 — Air Bags (Feb 2024)
- 23V858000 — Fuel System, Gasoline (Dec 2023)
Recent owner reports about service brakes and hydraulic
Cruise control does not disengage upon electronic parking brake being engaged while moving, causing the car to accelerate aggressively after the brake is released.
Read owner complaints →Nov 9th, 3:00pm, Fruitridge Rd 35 mph, driving with foot on the gas The safety brake feature overrode my ability to drive by forcefully coming to a complete stop while flashing 'brake' messege appeared on dashboard. No car, item or person was in front of me.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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