Is the 2015 ACURA RLX safe to drive?

The 2015 ACURA RLX has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING recall for the 2015 ACURA RLX? (Campaign #15V301000)

The crash imminent braking system in your vehicle is a safety feature that helps prevent accidents by applying the brakes if it detects an obstacle. However, in certain situations, it could misidentify a metal fence or guardrail as a danger and apply the brakes suddenly. If this happens, you could be suddenly stopped, which could lead to a loss of control and a crash. Your Acura dealer will update the crash imminent braking system's software to prevent this issue from happening, and it will be done at no cost to you.

NHTSA Campaign 15V301000 Recall Details

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FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING

What Happened

The crash imminent braking system in your vehicle is a safety feature that helps prevent accidents by applying the brakes if it detects an obstacle. However, in certain situations, it could misidentify a metal fence or guardrail as a danger and apply the brakes suddenly.

Risk if Unfixed

If this happens, you could be suddenly stopped, which could lead to a loss of control and a crash.

Free Fix

Your Acura dealer will update the crash imminent braking system's software to prevent this issue from happening, and it will be done at no cost to you.

Campaign 15V301000

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING

Affected Vehicles