Recall 19V-298
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalled the 2018 to 2019 Acura MDX and 6 other models: Engine and engine cooling (engine, gasoline, belts and associated pulleys).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V-298
- Reported
- April 12, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 93,946 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
The risk
Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall began June 7, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-[removed]. Honda's number for this recall is L4M. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-[removed]. Acura's number for this recall is Z4L.
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 2018 to 2019
- Acura RLX 2019
- Acura RLX Hybrid 2019
- Acura TLX 2019
- Honda Odyssey 2019
- Honda Pilot 2018 to 2019
- Honda Ridgeline 2019