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Acura 2015 Power Train recall

Recalled September 6, 2016 · NHTSA recall 16V640000 · Acura

Hazard
If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Acura has notified owners, and dealers will, based on the automatic transmission serial number, update the transmission software to prevent the transmission from shifting into neutral due to a faulty crimp, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Acura Client Relations at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KC2.
Units
8,354 units

Description

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015 Acura TLX 2WD and 4WD vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the transmission wire harness connections may have insufficient crimps, and, as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral.

What to do

Acura has notified owners, and dealers will, based on the automatic transmission serial number, update the transmission software to prevent the transmission from shifting into neutral due to a faulty crimp, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Acura Client Relations at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KC2.

Product
Acura TLX
Manufacturer(s)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →