NHTSA Recall 15V301000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V301000; Date: May. 20, 2015
If the cmbs unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 Acura MDX; 2015 Acura MDX; 2014 Acura RLX; 2015 Acura RLX; 2014 Acura Rlx Hybrid
Component: Forward Collision Avoidance: Crash Imminent Braking
Manufactured by: Honda (american Honda Motor Co. )
Affected Units:: 19,502
Recall Summary:
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.
How to 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.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 6, 2015
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