Component
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
What Happened
Your vehicle's forward collision avoidance system, which helps prevent accidents, may mistakenly think a metal fence or guardrail is an obstacle and suddenly slam on the brakes.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you're more likely to be in a crash.
Free Fix
Honda will update the system's software for free at a dealership of your choice, and they'll let you know when to bring your vehicle in.
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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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