Recall 13V143 affects 204,169 2012-2013 Honda Odyssey, Cr-V, and Rdx vehicles for a brake-shift interlock defect. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 204,169 2012-2013 Odyssey, Cr-V, and Rdx vehicles because freezing temperatures can slow the brake-shift interlock and let the gear selector move out of Park without the brake pedal. That rollaway risk increases crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Honda makes the remedy available.
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What's wrong?
The brake-shift interlock on the 2012-2013 Honda Odyssey, Cr-V, and Rdx is a blocking device tied to the automatic transmission gear selector. Its normal job is to keep the selector locked in Park until the driver presses the brake pedal. That brake-pedal step helps prevent an unintended shift out of Park.
In NHTSA campaign 13V143, the problem happens during sub-freezing temperatures. The blocking mechanism becomes slow, so the gear selector can move from Park even when the brake pedal has not been pressed. If that happens, the vehicle no longer follows the rollaway-prevention behavior required for the system.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not expect a warning light, noise, or change in normal driving feel before the selector releases incorrectly in cold weather.
Who's affected?
Covers Odyssey and Cr-V vehicles across both model years, with Rdx vehicles included for 2013, all tied to the automatic transmission.
| 2012 Honda Odyssey | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| 2012 Honda Cr-V | automatic transmission |
| 2013 Acura Rdx | automatic transmission |
| 2013 Honda Cr-V | automatic transmission |
| 2013 Honda Odyssey | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 204,169 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the gear selector moves from park without the brake pedal pressed, the vehicle can roll away and increase crash risk. Until it is fixed, keep your foot on the brake when shifting and schedule the recall repair. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2013 Honda Odyssey, Cr-V, or Rdx is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer and ask for the free brake-shift interlock blocking mechanism update.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 13V143 when you call.
- Keep firm pressure on the brake before shifting out of Park until the dealer installs the updated interlock blocking mechanism.
- Call Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009 with questions and reference Honda recall numbers S96, S97, and S98.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician installs an updated brake shift interlock blocking mechanism. That mechanism helps keep the gear selector locked in Park until the brake pedal is pressed. The repair is free under the recall. Honda's remedy directs owners to bring the vehicle to a Honda or Acura dealer for the updated part. No repair time is listed in the source remedy.
Timeline
| April 15, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 13, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V143?
Recall 13V143 covers 204,169 2012-2013 Honda Odyssey, Cr-V, and Rdx vehicles with a brake-shift interlock defect in sub-freezing temperatures. The gear selector can move out of Park without pressing the brake pedal, allowing rollaway and increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2012-2013 Honda Odyssey, Cr-V, or Rdx is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 13V143. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer and ask for the updated brake-shift interlock blocking mechanism. Reference recall number 13V143 and Honda campaign numbers S96, S97, and S98 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Honda's remedy says the dealer will install an updated brake-shift interlock blocking mechanism free of charge.
Is it safe to drive before the brake-shift interlock repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The safety risk is rollaway if the gear selector moves out of Park without pressing the brake pedal, especially in sub-freezing temperatures. Until the repair is complete, keep firm control of the vehicle and schedule the free dealer repair.
What if I bought this Honda used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Odyssey, Cr-V, or Rdx is included, then call a franchised Honda dealer with recall number 13V143.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V143000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-800-999-1009 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V143 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V143000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →