Acura Tlx recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 6, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalls 2015 Acura Tlx

Recall number

16V640000

Brand / firm

Acura

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 8,354 units

Why it was recalled

If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.