2014 ACURA RLX HYBRID
2 recalls — 1 complaints — 99 TSBs
15V301000 May 20, 2015
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
Defect Description
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 gu... Read more
Consequence
If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
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.
14V792000 Dec 16, 2014
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured November 22, 2012, to January 30, 2014, 2015 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured June 4, 2014, to November 18, 2014, and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles manufactured November 5, 2013, to July 25, 2014. ... Read more
Consequence
Delamination of the aluminum film may diminish output of the headlight, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace both of the headlights, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-310-783-2000. Honda's number for this recall is JN2.
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 7, 2018
Incident date: Jan 24, 2018
MY CAR HAS BEEN DAMAGED 3 TIMES BY RODENTS CHEWING ON WIRING IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED TWICE. FORTUNATELY, THE BREAKDOWNS HAVE OCCURRED WHILE THE CAR WAS PARKED, AND NOT WHILE I WAS DRIVING. BUT, YOU ONLY NEED TO DO A SEARCH OF THE 'NET TO FIND REPORTS OF PEOPLE THAT HAVE... Read more
EPA Fuel Economy — 2014 ACURA RLX HYBRID
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S7) (All-Wheel Drive) | 28.0 | 31.0 | 30.0 | Premium | $2,700 |
CO2 Emissions: 302.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2014 ACURA RLX HYBRID
99 manufacturer communications from 41 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 12 |
| 264000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM | 6 |
| 261000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING | 6 |
| 263000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 5 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 4 |
ONLA8E20220830
Aug 25, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owner notification - Our records indicate that a Emissions Recall has not been completed on this vehicle. When the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of four di
ONLA8E20220830
Aug 25, 2022
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Owner notification - Our records indicate that a Emissions Recall has not been completed on this vehicle. When the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of four di
ONLA8E20220830
Aug 25, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Owner notification - Our records indicate that a Emissions Recall has not been completed on this vehicle. When the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of four di
B15090E
Jan 26, 2021
200000 WHEELS
ServiceNews Article - Do you have a slow tire leak, but there are no signs of sidewall damage or anything stuck in the tread? While you're checking for leaks, check the valve stem; it could have oxidation buildup from road salt. This buildu
ONLA8E11022020
Nov 2, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owner Notification Letter - When the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of four diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Due to inappropriate calibration of the PCM, th
ONLA8E11022020
Nov 2, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Owner Notification Letter - When the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of four diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Due to inappropriate calibration of the PCM, th
B14-025
Sep 18, 2020
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Service Bulletin - The timing belt area chirps after the engine warms up.
B20-040
Sep 15, 2020
103930 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:GEARS
"Service Bulletin - When the PCM detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of the following DTCs: -P073F (unable to engage gear 1) -P074B (unable to engage gear 3) -P074D (unable to engage gear 5)
B20-040
Sep 15, 2020
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
"Service Bulletin - When the PCM detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of the following DTCs: -P073F (unable to engage gear 1) -P074B (unable to engage gear 3) -P074D (unable to engage gear 5)
B20-040
Sep 15, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
"Service Bulletin - When the PCM detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of the following DTCs: -P073F (unable to engage gear 1) -P074B (unable to engage gear 3) -P074D (unable to engage gear 5)
B20-040
Sep 15, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
"Service Bulletin - When the PCM detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of the following DTCs: -P073F (unable to engage gear 1) -P074B (unable to engage gear 3) -P074D (unable to engage gear 5)
BBOM09152020
Sep 15, 2020
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Dealer Message - Today, September 15, 2020, Acura is announcing a stop sale and emissions recall for certain 2017-2020 MDX Sport Hybrid and 2014, 2016-2020 RLX Sport Hybrid vehicles that may not properly clear specific diagnostic trouble co
BBOM09152020
Sep 15, 2020
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Dealer Message - Today, September 15, 2020, Acura is announcing a stop sale and emissions recall for certain 2017-2020 MDX Sport Hybrid and 2014, 2016-2020 RLX Sport Hybrid vehicles that may not properly clear specific diagnostic trouble co
BBOM09152020
Sep 15, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer Message - Today, September 15, 2020, Acura is announcing a stop sale and emissions recall for certain 2017-2020 MDX Sport Hybrid and 2014, 2016-2020 RLX Sport Hybrid vehicles that may not properly clear specific diagnostic trouble co
B14-025
Aug 6, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - The timing belt area makes a chirping noise after the engine warms up.
B20-020
Jun 19, 2020
130000 VISIBILITY
Service Bulletin - The blower motor makes excessive noise, runs slowly, or intermittently stops working.
BPaS04072020902
Apr 7, 2020
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect s
BPaS03192020902
Mar 19, 2020
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect s
BPaS03192020902
Mar 19, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect s
BPaS03032020903
Mar 3, 2020
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect s
BPaS02132020903
Feb 13, 2020
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect s
B19050B
May 16, 2019
250000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
ServiceNews Article - When removing and installing a cable reel, you need to keep both the cable reel and the steering angle sensor in position. If you don't, the VSA indicator may come on along with one or more VSA DTCs. And when you run t
B19-004
Jan 23, 2019
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Service bulletin - The transmission judders, shudders, or surges while driving. The transmission fluid has deteriorated prematurely.
B19-004
Jan 23, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - The transmission judders, shudders, or surges while driving. The transmission fluid has deteriorated prematurely.
B16-008
Sep 1, 2018
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
B16-008
Sep 1, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
B15-015
Jul 3, 2018
220000 SEATS
Service bulletin - The driver's and/or front passenger's seat cushion and recline covers separate at the tabs on one or both seats. The seat cushion presses into the covers, causing them to separate.
B14-031
Jul 3, 2018
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out. Premature wear of the steering column gearbox components.
B14-031
Jul 3, 2018
012000 STEERING:COLUMN
Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out. Premature wear of the steering column gearbox components.
B14-031
Jul 3, 2018
010000 STEERING
Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out. Premature wear of the steering column gearbox components.
B18-029
Jun 15, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement f
BBOM05242018901
May 24, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer message - Today, May 24, 2018, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for 2002-17 Acura vehicles. This warranty extension applies in cases where any of the replacement driver?s and/or front passenger?s airbag inflators have failed
BBOM05242018901
May 24, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
Dealer message - Today, May 24, 2018, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for 2002-17 Acura vehicles. This warranty extension applies in cases where any of the replacement driver?s and/or front passenger?s airbag inflators have failed
B16-008
Apr 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp noise. NOTE: This noise does not impact the pump, engine function, or reliability.
B16-008
Apr 26, 2018
092100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp noise. NOTE: This noise does not impact the pump, engine function, or reliability.
BPaS02152018901
Feb 15, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of musty smell coming from HVAC. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect
BPaS02152018901
Feb 15, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of musty smell coming from HVAC. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect
B17-034
Jan 24, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter.
BPaS01032018902
Jan 3, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of musty smell coming from HVAC. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect
B16-008
Nov 14, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
B17-034
Oct 12, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter.
B17-033
Sep 15, 2017
010000 STEERING
Service bulletin -The steering intermittently pulls to the right while driving. The steering rack is intermittently self-generating a pull to the right because of an EPS programming issue.
B17-019
Sep 13, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin - This bulletin is replaced by S/B 17-034, MIL Comes On with DTC P0430 (Front Bank Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold [Bank 2])
B17-019
Sep 13, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin - This bulletin is replaced by S/B 17-034, MIL Comes On with DTC P0430 (Front Bank Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold [Bank 2])
B12-012
Aug 30, 2017
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Service bulletin - Only remanufactured IMA battery modules are available for repair; new units are not available. Any internal failure requiring IMA battery module disassembly qualifies for this program.
B16-008
Jun 20, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
B16-008
Jun 20, 2017
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
B14-031
Jun 1, 2017
012000 STEERING:COLUMN
Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out. Premature wear of the steering column gearbox components.
B14-031
Jun 1, 2017
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out. Premature wear of the steering column gearbox components.
B17-019
Apr 15, 2017
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE MIL COMES ON WITH DTC P0430 (FRONT BANK CATALYST SYSTEM EFFICIENCY BELOW THRESHOLD [BANK 2]). THE PCM SOFTWARE MAY MISINTERPRET SENSOR INPUTS AS A DETERIORATED CATALYTIC CONVERTER.
B17-019
Apr 15, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE MIL COMES ON WITH DTC P0430 (FRONT BANK CATALYST SYSTEM EFFICIENCY BELOW THRESHOLD [BANK 2]). THE PCM SOFTWARE MAY MISINTERPRET SENSOR INPUTS AS A DETERIORATED CATALYTIC CONVERTER.
B17010C
Jan 24, 2017
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
"SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE THAT HAS MULTIPLE INDICATORS ON OR WON?T GO INTO GEAR AND THE MIL IS ON WITH A/T DTC P26C3 (INTERNAL CONTROL MODULE TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR PERFORMANCE)? THERE MAY BE DEBRIS IN THE REVERSE OR
B16-008
Jan 21, 2017
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP AREA CHIRPS AFTER THE ENGINE IS WARM. THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP IS MAKING A CHIRP.
B16060G
Jun 28, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - WHILE DRIVING UNDER STEADY CRUISE (BETWEEN 30 AND 65 MPH) OR LIGHT ACCELERATION, DOES THE ENGINE INTERMITTENTLY RATTLE OR RUNS ROUGH WITH THE MIL BLINKING? SINCE THESE DRIVING CONDITIONS ARE LIKELY TO ACTIVATE VCM OPE
B16-008
Apr 30, 2016
092100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
SERVICE BULLETIN - REPLACE THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP WHEN THE AREA CHIRPS AFTER THE ENGINE IS WARM.
B98015
Mar 18, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.
B-CA-02262016-90
Feb 26, 2016
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA HAD A COMPUTER PROGRAMMING ISSUE; AN OBSOLETE PROGRAM NAME CAUSING PRINTING OF NO BUMPER IMPACT INFORMATION ON THE MONRONEY LABEL FOR THE STATE OF HAWAII.
DLR-16-011
Feb 26, 2016
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Basic Problem American Honda had a computer programming issue; an obsolete program name causing printing of no bumper impact information on the Monroney label for the state of Hawaii. The Repair All vehicles affected and with the error
SB-16-011 03232
Feb 26, 2016
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
BACKGROUND On the Monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing. Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible. Vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new vehicle inventory. Repair thes
SB16011
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Today, February 26, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a Product Update for certain ILX, RLX, RLX Hybrid, and TLX model years 2014-16 vehicles for sale in the state of Hawaii to amend Monroney labels that were printed witho
SB16011
Feb 26, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Today, February 26, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a Product Update for certain ILX, RLX, RLX Hybrid, and TLX model years 2014-16 vehicles for sale in the state of Hawaii to amend Monroney labels that were printed witho
SB16011
Feb 26, 2016
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Today, February 26, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a Product Update for certain ILX, RLX, RLX Hybrid, and TLX model years 2014-16 vehicles for sale in the state of Hawaii to amend Monroney labels that were printed witho
16011
Feb 26, 2016
162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
On the Monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing. Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible. Vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new vehicle inventory. Repair these vehicles b
SB16011
Feb 26, 2016
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Today, February 26, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a Product Update for certain ILX, RLX, RLX Hybrid, and TLX model years 2014-16 vehicles for sale in the state of Hawaii to amend Monroney labels that were printed witho
B15-022 - 7-10-1
Jul 10, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
DEALER MESSAGE - WHEN ATTEMPTING TO USE LDW/FCW OR LKAS, THE I-MID DISPLAYS A CAMERA TOO HOT MESSAGE. THE WINDSHIELD-MOUNTED MULTIPURPOSE CAMERA OVERHEATS IN THE SUN DUE TO A LACK OF INTERNAL VENTING. THIS DELAYS WHEN LDW/FCW OR LKAS CAN BE
B15-022 - 7-10-1
Jul 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
DEALER MESSAGE - WHEN ATTEMPTING TO USE LDW/FCW OR LKAS, THE I-MID DISPLAYS A CAMERA TOO HOT MESSAGE. THE WINDSHIELD-MOUNTED MULTIPURPOSE CAMERA OVERHEATS IN THE SUN DUE TO A LACK OF INTERNAL VENTING. THIS DELAYS WHEN LDW/FCW OR LKAS CAN BE
B12-012
Jun 26, 2015
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
"SERVICE BULLETIN - ONLY REMANUFACTURED IMA BATTERY MODULES ARE AVAILABLE FOR REPAIR; NEW UNITS ARE NOT AVAILABLE. ANY INTERNAL FAILURE REQUIRING IMA BATTERY MODULE DISASSEMBLY QUALIFIES FOR THIS PROGRAM. FOLLOW THE WARRANTY INFORMATION AND
B15-030
Jun 19, 2015
264000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM
"SERVICE BULLETIN - UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC DRIVING CONDITIONS, THE COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM (CMBS) COULD LOCK ON AN INCORRECT TARGET. IF THIS OCCURS, THE CMBS MAY APPLY THE BRAKES IN AN ATTEMPT TO STOP THE VEHICLE. IF THE VEHICLE
B15-030
Jun 19, 2015
261000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
"SERVICE BULLETIN - UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC DRIVING CONDITIONS, THE COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM (CMBS) COULD LOCK ON AN INCORRECT TARGET. IF THIS OCCURS, THE CMBS MAY APPLY THE BRAKES IN AN ATTEMPT TO STOP THE VEHICLE. IF THE VEHICLE
DLR MSG - ACURA
Jun 5, 2015
261000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
"DEALER MESSAGE - ON MAY13, 2015 ACURA NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A STOP SALE ORDER AND SAFETY RECALL FOR 19,502 MODEL YEAR 2014-15, MDX, RLX, AND 2014RLX SPORT HYBRID VEHICLES. ANY NEW OR USED VEHICLES IN DEALER STOCK MUST BE REPAIRED PER THE RELEV
DLR MSG - ACURA
Jun 5, 2015
264000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM
"DEALER MESSAGE - ON MAY13, 2015 ACURA NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A STOP SALE ORDER AND SAFETY RECALL FOR 19,502 MODEL YEAR 2014-15, MDX, RLX, AND 2014RLX SPORT HYBRID VEHICLES. ANY NEW OR USED VEHICLES IN DEALER STOCK MUST BE REPAIRED PER THE RELEV
B15-030
Jun 5, 2015
261000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
"SERVICE BULLETIN - UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC DRIVING CONDITIONS, THE COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM (CMBS) COULD LOCK ON AN INCORRECT TARGET. IF THIS OCCURS, THE CMBS MAY APPLY THE BRAKES IN AN ATTEMPT TO STOP THE VEHICLE. IF THE VEHICLE
B15-030
Jun 5, 2015
264000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM
"SERVICE BULLETIN - UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC DRIVING CONDITIONS, THE COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM (CMBS) COULD LOCK ON AN INCORRECT TARGET. IF THIS OCCURS, THE CMBS MAY APPLY THE BRAKES IN AN ATTEMPT TO STOP THE VEHICLE. IF THE VEHICLE
B15-031
Jun 5, 2015
261000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
SERVICE BULLETIN - THIS BULLETIN IS REPLACED BY S/B 15-030, SAFETY RECALL: RLX AND RLX SPORT HYBRID CMBS ERROR.
B15-031
Jun 5, 2015
264000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN - THIS BULLETIN IS REPLACED BY S/B 15-030, SAFETY RECALL: RLX AND RLX SPORT HYBRID CMBS ERROR.
DLR MSG - ACURA
May 14, 2015
261000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
"DEALER MESSAGE - ON MAY 13, 2015 ACURA NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A STOP SALE ORDER AND SAFETYRECALL FOR 19,502 MODEL YEAR 2014-15, MDX, RLX, AND 2014 RLX SPORT HYBRID VEHICLES. ANY NEW OR USED VEHICLES IN DEALER STOCK MUST BE REPAIRED PER THE RELE
DLR MSG - ACURA
May 14, 2015
263000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
"DEALER MESSAGE - PLEASE DO NOT PERFORM ANY SOFTWARE UPDATES ON 2014 RLX HYBRID UNITS RELATED TO THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) UNIT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. THERE IS A BUG IN THE SOFTWARE THAT CAUSES THE ACC UNIT TO BECOME UNRESPONSIVE AND
DLR MSG - ACURA
May 14, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
"DEALER MESSAGE - PLEASE DO NOT PERFORM ANY SOFTWARE UPDATES ON 2014 RLX HYBRID UNITS RELATED TO THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) UNIT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. THERE IS A BUG IN THE SOFTWARE THAT CAUSES THE ACC UNIT TO BECOME UNRESPONSIVE AND
DLR MSG - ACURA
May 14, 2015
264000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM
"DEALER MESSAGE - ON MAY 13, 2015 ACURA NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A STOP SALE ORDER AND SAFETYRECALL FOR 19,502 MODEL YEAR 2014-15, MDX, RLX, AND 2014 RLX SPORT HYBRID VEHICLES. ANY NEW OR USED VEHICLES IN DEALER STOCK MUST BE REPAIRED PER THE RELE
B15-031
May 14, 2015
261000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
"SERVICE BULLETIN - UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC DRIVING CONDITIONS, THE COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM (CMBS) COULD LOCK ON AN INCORRECT TARGET. IF THIS OCCURS, THE CMBS MAY APPLY THE BRAKES IN AN ATTEMPT TO STOP THE VEHICLE. IF THE VEHICLE
B15-031
May 14, 2015
264000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM
"SERVICE BULLETIN - UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC DRIVING CONDITIONS, THE COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM (CMBS) COULD LOCK ON AN INCORRECT TARGET. IF THIS OCCURS, THE CMBS MAY APPLY THE BRAKES IN AN ATTEMPT TO STOP THE VEHICLE. IF THE VEHICLE
B15-017
May 13, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE ACURALINK SYSTEM STATUS INDICATOR CHANGES FROM GREEN TO RED AND DTC B1403 (TELEMATICS GPS RECEIVER ERROR) WILL NOT CLEAR. THE TCU (TELEMATICS CONTROL UNIT) HAS AN INTERMITTENT FAILURE THAT CAUSES A LOSS OF GPS LOCATIO
B15-017
May 13, 2015
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE ACURALINK SYSTEM STATUS INDICATOR CHANGES FROM GREEN TO RED AND DTC B1403 (TELEMATICS GPS RECEIVER ERROR) WILL NOT CLEAR. THE TCU (TELEMATICS CONTROL UNIT) HAS AN INTERMITTENT FAILURE THAT CAUSES A LOSS OF GPS LOCATIO
B15-015
May 6, 2015
220000 SEATS
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE DRIVER?S AND/OR FRONT PASSENGER?S SEAT CUSHION AND RECLINE COVERS SEPARATE AT THE TABS ON ONE OR BOTH SEATS. THE SEAT CUSHION PRESSES INTO THE COVERS, CAUSING THEM TO SEPARATE.
B14-051
May 5, 2015
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE REFLECTIVE FILM BACKING MATERIAL INSIDE THE HEADLIGHTS MAY DELAMINATE, WHICH MAY RESULT IN THE VEHICLE NO LONGER CONFORMING TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108.
DLR MSG - 2014 R
Apr 27, 2015
263000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Dealer message - Please do not perform any software updates on 2014 RLX Hybrid units related to the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) unit until further notice. There is a bug in the software that causes the ACC unit to become unresponsive and
DLR MSG - 2014 R
Apr 27, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer message - Please do not perform any software updates on 2014 RLX Hybrid units related to the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) unit until further notice. There is a bug in the software that causes the ACC unit to become unresponsive and
DLR MSG - 2014 R
Mar 27, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer message - Please do not perform any software updates on 2014 RLX Hybrid units related to the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) unit until further notice. There is a bug in the software that causes the ACC unit to become unresponsive and
DLR MSG - 2014 R
Mar 27, 2015
263000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Dealer message - Please do not perform any software updates on 2014 RLX Hybrid units related to the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) unit until further notice. There is a bug in the software that causes the ACC unit to become unresponsive and
DLR MSG - 2014 R
Mar 12, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer message - Please do not perform any software updates on 2014 RLX Hybrid units related to the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) unit until further notice. There is a bug in the software that causes the ACC unit to become unresponsive and
DLR MSG - 2014 R
Feb 24, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer message - Please do not perform any software updates on 2014 RLX Hybrid units related to the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) unit until further notice. There is a bug in the software that causes the ACC unit to become unresponsive and
DLR MSG - 2014 R
Feb 24, 2015
263000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Dealer message - Please do not perform any software updates on 2014 RLX Hybrid units related to the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) unit until further notice. There is a bug in the software that causes the ACC unit to become unresponsive and
IN-02-05-2015
Feb 19, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
ACURA: INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING SOFTWARE BUG CAUSING ACC UNIT TO BE UNRESPONSIVE AND REQUIRES REPLACEMENT AND NOT TO PERFORM SOFTWARE UPDATES ON HYBRIDS. MODEL 2014 RLX. *PE
DLR MSG - 2014 R
Feb 5, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer message - Please do not perform any software updates on 2014 RLX Hybrid units related to the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) unit until further notice. There is a bug in the software that causes the ACC unit to become unresponsive and
DLR MSG - 2014 R
Feb 5, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer message - Please do not perform any software updates on 2014 RLX Hybrid units related to the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) unit until further notice. There is a bug in the software that causes the ACC unit to become unresponsive and
DLR MSG - 2014 R
Feb 5, 2015
263000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Dealer message - Please do not perform any software updates on 2014 RLX Hybrid units related to the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) unit until further notice. There is a bug in the software that causes the ACC unit to become unresponsive and
Service Bulletin
Jan 22, 2015
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Service Bulletin - The reflective film backing material inside the headlights may delaminate, which may result in the vehicle no longer conforming to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108.
Service Bulletin
Dec 17, 2014
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Service bulletin - For any TPMS-related warranty repairs, all recorded DTCs must now be entered into the warranty claim. Make sure your repair order includes those DTCs.
Service Bulletin
Dec 12, 2014
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Service bulletin - The reflective film backing material inside the headlights may delaminate, which may result in the vehicle no longer conforming to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108.
ACURA RLX HYBRID — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the ACURA RLX HYBRID across all model years (2014–2019).
4
Total Recalls
6
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths