NHTSA recall 15V-301 (15V301000)
forward collision avoidance recall reported May 20, 2015 - about 19,502 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 15V301000
- Also written as
- 15V-301
- Manufacturer number
- JQ4, JQ5, JQ6
- Reported
- May 20, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- ~19,502
- Component
- forward collision avoidance
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 15V-301 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.