Brake booster may have a vacuum leak
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
With reduced braking assistance, the vehicle may require additional brake pedal force to prevent a lengthened stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 13V246000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V246000?
NHTSA recall 13V246000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on June 13, 2013. It addresses: Brake booster may have a vacuum leak. The recall affects approximately 18,352 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V246000 or the manufacturer campaign number JA4, JA5. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.