Recall 15V301000: 2014–2015 Acura MDX, 2014–2015 Acura RLX, 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 20, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 19,502
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX 2WD and AWD, RLX and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) may incorrectly interpret certain roadside objects such as metal fences or metal guardrails as obstacles and unexpectedly apply the brakes.
The risk
If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the CMBS software, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's numbers for this recall is JQ4, JQ5 and JQ6.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2014 Acura MDX
- 2015 Acura MDX
- 2014 Acura RLX
- 2015 Acura RLX
- 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V301000
- Manufacturer campaign
- JQ4, JQ5, JQ6
- Manufacturer
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Owner letters
- Jul 6, 2015
- Components
- Forward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking (Driver Assistance & Safety Tech)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology