Recalls For 2014 ACURA RLX HYBRID
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Recall #1 Issued: 2014 12 16 - Camp #20141216
This 2014 ACURA RLX HYBRID recall affects the EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS Manufactured by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) from 2013-11-05 through 2014-07-25
Description Of Defect
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured November 22, 2012, to January 30, 2014, 2015 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured June 4, 2014, to November 18, 2014, and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles manufactured November 5, 2013, to July 25, 2014. An aluminum film applied to the inner reflector of the headlight may experience adhesion issues causing the film to delaminate. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Conseqence Of Defect
Delamination of the aluminum film may diminish output of the headlight, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace both of the headlights, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-310-783-2000. Honda's number for this recall is JN2.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall #2 Issued: 2015 05 20 - Camp #20150520
This 2014 ACURA RLX HYBRID recall affects the FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING Manufactured by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) from 2013-04-15 through 2014-03-17
Description Of Defect
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.
Conseqence Of Defect
If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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