Acura has issued a stop-sale order for certain 2015-2020 model year Acura ILX, TLX, and MDX vehicles equipped with the 3.5-liter V6 engine due to a potential issue with the connecting rod bearings.
The stop-sale order affects approximately 105,000 vehicles in the United States. Acura has not yet announced a recall for the affected vehicles, but it is expected to do so soon.
The issue is related to a manufacturing defect in the connecting rod bearings. The bearings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could cause them to fail prematurely. If the bearings fail, it could lead to engine damage and a loss of power.
The symptoms of the problem may include:
If you have an affected vehicle, you should stop driving it immediately. You should contact your local Acura dealer to schedule an appointment for an inspection. Acura will inspect the vehicle and replace the connecting rod bearings if necessary.
The repairs will take approximately 8 hours. Acura is providing loaner vehicles to affected customers while their vehicles are being repaired.
The repairs will be covered under Acura's warranty. There will be no cost to the customer.
Driving an affected vehicle could lead to engine damage and a loss of power. This could increase the risk of an accident.
Acura is issuing a stop-sale order for the affected vehicles. The company is also expected to issue a recall for the affected vehicles soon. Acura is providing loaner vehicles to affected customers while their vehicles are being repaired.
Year | Model | Engine |
---|---|---|
2015-20 | ILX | 3.5-liter V6 |
2015-20 | TLX | 3.5-liter V6 |
2015-20 | MDX | 3.5-liter V6 |
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