Transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral
Defect Summary
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain model year 2015 acura tlx 2wd and 4wd vehicles. in the affected vehicles, the transmission wire harness connections may have insufficient crimps, and, as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral.
Safety Consequence
If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Acura has notified owners, and dealers will, based on the automatic transmission serial number, update the transmission software to prevent the transmission from shifting into neutral due to a faulty crimp, free of charge. the recall began january 13, 2017. owners may contact acura client relations at 1-888-234-2138. honda's number for this recall is kc2.
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FAQ: Recall 16V640000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V640000?
NHTSA recall 16V640000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on September 6, 2016. It addresses: Transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral. The recall affects approximately 8,354 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 16V640000 or the manufacturer campaign number KC2. 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.