Recall 19V-298: 2018–2019 Acura MDX, 2019 Acura RLX and 5 more
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Apr 12, 2019, covering about 93,946 vehicles.
The problem
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 risk
Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and Associated Pulleys |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 19V298000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Acura MDX | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Acura RLX | 2019 | All years |
| Acura RLX Hybrid | 2019 | All years |
| Acura TLX | 2019 | All years |
| Honda Odyssey | 2019 | All years |
| Honda Pilot | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Honda Ridgeline | 2019 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V-298?
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.
How is recall 19V-298 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.