Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
What Happened
The brake caliper in your vehicle is a critical part that helps slow down your car. In some 2016-2019 models, the coating on the pistons might be too thin, causing air pockets to form, which can reduce your brakes' effectiveness.
Risk if Unfixed
If your brakes don't work as well as they should, you could lose control of your vehicle, especially when driving downhill or in emergency situations, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized Honda or Acura dealer will perform a brake bleeding procedure to ensure your brakes are working properly, and this service is completely free. You should schedule an appointment as soon as possible when you receive the recall notice.
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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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