Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura And Honda Are Recalling 294,000 Vehicles For Possible Engine Concerns

Engine Stall from Software Error

An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V031000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 294,612

2024 Acura TLX Type S: The Brand’s Stylish Flagship Performance Sedan

Highlight: Acura engineers retuned the 2024 TLX Type S' Sport+ mode to deliver quicker throttle response.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $59,942 (Base Model Sport Hybrid: $46,595)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; traction control; a forward collision warning system; a collision mitigation braking system; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system; a road departure mitigation system; a radar activated cruise control system; an electronic blind spot system; a lane change alert system; a rear cross traffic monitor; an auto high beam system; a back up camera; hill start assist; a tire pressure monitoring system; and a tire kit

2021 Acura TLX SH-AWD Advance: New Design, New Flagship Car

 

Highlight: The TLX is being built in Ohio.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $49,325 (Base Model: $38,525)

Seating Capacity: 5 (a snug 5 seater)

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; vehicle stability control system; forward collision brakes; collision mitigation braking system; a road departure warning system; a radar activated cruise control system; a 360-degree review camera; a hillstart assist system; automatic high beams; a tire pressure monitoring system; and a tire sealant and a repair kit

Standard Equipment (Base FWD): 18-inch wheels; a 10-speed automatic transmission; a dual overhead cam engine; paddle shifters; a 10-inch infotainment screen; a dual zone automatic climate control system; a push button ignition system; leather-like seats; memory driver’s seat; heated front seats; 10-way power front seats; a manual operated tilt/telescopic steering wheel; automatic rearview mirror; remote start entry (front doors); and a power moonroof

Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura, Ford, Hyundai, Kia And Nissan Are In The Hot Seat

1. Unexpected Transmission Downshift

Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V075000

Manufacturer Ford Motor Company

2015 Acura TLX 2.4 & 3.5 SH-AWD: The Brand's New Midsize Sedans

Acura TLX SH-AWD

Highlight:  The midsize Acura TLX serves as both the replacement for the polarizing TL and the sportier TSX.

Test vehicle’s MSRP: $36,420 front wheel drive/$45,720 all-wheel drive (base model $32,365)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: air bags; ABS; Daytime Running Lights; an automatic dimming rearview mirror; electronic brake distribution; a stability control system; rear camera; a tire sealant repair kit; automatic headlights with wiper integration; electronic parking brakes; an automatic brake hold system; a hill start assist system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2015 Acura TLX: Charged with the Task Of Reviving Acura's Car Line Up

Highlight: The 9-speed TLX replaces the traditional gear selector with a push button system.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $36,420 front wheel drive/$45,720 all-wheel drive (base model $32,365)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features:  Air bags; ABS; Daytime Running Lights; an automatic dimming rearview mirror; electronic brake distribution; a stability control system; rear camera; a tire sealant repair kit; automatic headlights with wiper integration; electronic parking brakes; an automatic brake hold system; a hill start assist system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Standard TLX Equipment: 17-inch wheels; an 8-speed automatic transmission; a front wheel drive configuration; a power moonroof; power front driver’s seat with lumbar support; power passenger seat; heated front seats; a dual zone automatic climate control system; a push-button ignition starter system; a keyless entry system; a leather steering wheel; leather-like seats; steering wheel mounted controls; and a manual operated tilt/telescopic steering wheel