NHTSA recall 16V-640 (16V640000)
power train recall reported September 6, 2016 - about 8,354 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V640000
- Also written as
- 16V-640
- Manufacturer number
- KC2
- Reported
- September 6, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~8,354
- Component
- power train
What is being 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.
Why it is dangerous
If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-640 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.