Potential brake defects have prompted a recall of Honda Element and Odyssey vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced.
The recalled Honda vehicles may develop brake pedals that feel soft or low to the floor, and if enough time passes without brake maintenance or repair, the braking performance could worsen, increasing the risk of a car accident.
The brake defect is due to air that can enter the VSA modular pump during the car’s “self-check” process that occurse after each time the engine is started. Over time, more and more air can enter the pump and accumulate, thus worsening brake performance.
Honda Element and Odyssey Brake Defect: recall details
- Model Years: 2007-2008
- Units Affected: 412,000
Honda will notify vehicle owners and dealers will make necessary repairs for free.
