2006-2007 Acura RSX and Honda S2000 recall: vacuum

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on June 13, 2013. It covers about 18,352 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 18,352
reported: Jun 13, 2013
owners notified: Jul 27, 2014
related complaints: 4

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum

What is wrong: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2006 Acura RSX vehicles manufactured January 18, 2006, through August 12, 2006; and model year 2006-2007 Honda S2000 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2006, through November 13, 2006. The brake booster may be unable to maintain a vacuum when the brake pedal is depressed, decreasing brake assist.
Risk: With reduced braking assistance, the vehicle may require additional brake pedal force to prevent a lengthened stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster assembly. If necessary, the dealers will replace the booster assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1‑310‑783‑2000. Honda's recall number is JA4. Acura's recall number is JA5.

Recall number 13V246000

Affected vehicles

Acura RSX 2006 2006
Honda S2000 2006-2007 2006 2007

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about brakes problems.

2006 Acura RSX 2006 Honda S2000 2007 Honda S2000

Questions about recall 13V246000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2007 Acura RSX and Honda S2000 vacuum?

Yes. Recall 13V246000, reported on June 13, 2013, covers about 18,352 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V246000?

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster assembly. If necessary, the dealers will replace the booster assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1‑310‑783‑2000. Honda's recall number is JA4. Acura's recall number is JA5.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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