NHTSA Recall 14V613000
Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.). Component: Equipment. Reported 2014-10-01. An estimated 189 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2015 Acura TLX AWD vehicles manufactured August 26, 2014, to September 20, 2014. The affected vehicles may have incorrect values for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front and rear printed on the safety certification label. As such, the vehicles do not conform to Part 567, "Certification."
Risk
If the vehicle is loaded to the specifications listed on the label, tire failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected certification label, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on October 21, 2014. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's number for this recall is JK6.
Manufacturer campaign number: JK6
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.