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NHTSARecalled May 20, 2015 · #15V301000

Activation of Collision Mitigation Braking System

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Description

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. If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Activation of Collision Mitigation Braking System
  • 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Model numbers
2015 Acura, 2014 Acura
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice