Honda is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and
— Recall Campaign #19V298000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 93,946 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
19V298000
| Manufacturer: | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | April 12, 2019 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 19V298000 |
| Units affected: | 93,946 |
- Description:
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
- Consequeces:
- Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
- Corrective action:
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall began June 7, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is L4M. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is Z4L.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.