Recall 13V-246: brake booster may lose vacuum (2006-07)

Added 2026-10-26 · Updated 2026-10-26

What causes "Recall 13V-246: brake booster may lose vacuum (2006-07)" on the Honda S2000 (AP2, 2004-2009), and how is it fixed?

NHTSA's record says the brake booster may not hold vacuum (18,352 vehicles including the 2006 Acura RSX). Fix: Dealers inspect the booster and replace it if needed, free (Honda JA4); the recall was expected to begin July 2013.

Reported · Severity: High · Years: 2006-2007 (built January 19 - November 13, 2006) · 1 source · Last verified 2026-10-26

Symptoms

Reduced brake assist; a harder pedal.

Cause

NHTSA's record says the brake booster may not hold vacuum (18,352 vehicles including the 2006 Acura RSX).

Fix (summary)

Dealers inspect the booster and replace it if needed, free (Honda JA4); the recall was expected to begin July 2013. Check the VIN.

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Sources

NHTSA recall 13V-246: brake booster may not hold vacuum (2006-07 S2000, 2006 RSX) — NHTSA (recall record filed by American Honda Motor Co.) (regulatory; read 2026-10-26; full page read)

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