Automatic transmission not shifting into park
Defect Summary
American honda motor co. (honda) is recalling certain model year 2015 acura tlx v6 2wd vehicles manufactured july 14, 2014, to november 12, 2014, and certain 2015 tlx v6 sh-awd vehicles manufactured august 26, 2014, to november 10, 2014. the automatic transmission parking pawl may become contaminated or the park rod may become dislodged or broken. this may prevent the transmission from shifting into the park position.
Safety Consequence
If the shift indicator displays "park" but the park lock does not engage, the vehicle may roll away increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmission if necessary, free of charge. the recall began january 30, 2015. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-310-783-2000. honda's number for this recall is jm8.
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FAQ: Recall 14V779000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V779000?
NHTSA recall 14V779000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on December 8, 2014. It addresses: Automatic transmission not shifting into park. The recall affects approximately 9,392 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V779000 or the manufacturer campaign number JM8. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.