Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
What Happened
The brake caliper in your vehicle is the part that helps your rear brakes squeeze the brake pads onto the rotor when you press the brake pedal. In some 2016-2019 models, the coating on the caliper piston might be too thin, causing air bubbles to form and reducing your brakes' effectiveness.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake performance is reduced, it could take longer to stop your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash, especially in emergency situations.
Free Fix
Your dealer will bleed the brakes to remove any air pockets, ensuring your brakes work properly. This repair is free, and you'll be notified when it's time to schedule the service.
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Original — What Happened
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura MDX, 2017-2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda HR-V and Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C31 and L30.
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