Recall 15V-301
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalled the 2014 to 2015 Acura MDX and 2 other models: Forward collision avoidance (crash imminent braking).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 15V-301
- Reported
- May 20, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 19,502 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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-[removed]. Honda's numbers for this recall is JQ4, JQ5 and JQ6.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Acura MDX 2014 to 2015
- Acura RLX 2014 to 2015
- Acura RLX Hybrid 2014