Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
What Happened
The drive shaft in your 2014 Acura MDX AWD is the long rod that connects the transmission to the wheels. In some cases, the bolts that hold it in place weren't tightened correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If these bolts loosen, the drive shaft could come off while you're driving, causing loud noises and potentially damaging your vehicle. This could lead to a loss of control, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Acura dealer will check the drive shaft bolts and tighten them as needed, at no cost to you. You should schedule this inspection and adjustment as soon as you get the recall notice.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Acura MDX AWD vehicles manufactured May 6, 2013, through October 14, 2013. The bolts that attach the drive shaft to the automatic transmission transfer assembly may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the bolts could loosen possibly allowing the shaft to detach.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the drive shaft detaches while driving it could cause excessive noise and possibly damage the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the drive shaft attaching bolts as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009 or visit their website at www.recalls.honda.com. Honda's recall number is JC8.
View full recall details →
Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →