Component
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
What Happened
The Collision Mitigation Braking System in your Acura is like a guardian that helps prevent accidents by braking for you. In some 2014-2015 models, it could misjudge a metal fence or guardrail as an obstacle and brake suddenly.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens while you're driving, your Acura's brakes could engage unexpectedly, which could increase the risk of a crash. This is a serious situation that could put you and others in harm's way.
Free Fix
Your Acura dealer will update the CMBS software to prevent this issue, and the repair is completely free. You'll receive a notification when the update is ready, and you should schedule the service as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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