Recall 13V622 affects 7,387 2014 Acura Rlx vehicles with loose rear control arm bolts. Repair will be free at a franchised Acura dealer.
Acura is recalling 7,387 2014 Rlx vehicles because bolts attaching the rear lower control arms to the sub-frame can be loose after transport to dealerships. Loose rear lower control arm bolts can reduce steering ability and raise the risk of a crash; the dealer repair will be free once Acura makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The rear lower control arms on the 2014 Acura Rlx are suspension links at the back of the vehicle. They connect the rear wheel area to the sub-frame, the rigid structure that supports the suspension. When the bolts are tight, the arms hold the rear wheels in the correct position as the suspension moves over bumps and through turns.
On affected Rlx vehicles, the bolts that attach those rear lower control arms to the sub-frame loosened during transport to Acura dealerships. A loose mounting bolt lets the control arm shift instead of staying clamped in place. That movement changes how the rear suspension holds the wheel, so the vehicle no longer tracks and responds exactly as designed.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not rely on sound, feel, or a dashboard message to confirm this problem.
Who's affected?
Vehicles in this scope were built from August 7, 2012, through November 5, 2013.
| 2014 Acura Rlx | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 7,387 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loose rear lower control arm bolts can reduce steering ability and increase the risk of a crash. Keep trips limited until the recall repair is handled, and contact an Acura dealer if the vehicle feels hard to steer or unstable. Repair will be free at any franchised Acura dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Acura Rlx is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Acura dealer and ask whether the free rear lower-control-arm bolt replacement is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 13V622 and Acura recall JD0 when you call.
- Drive carefully until the repair is complete. Leave extra space and avoid sharp steering inputs if the rear suspension feels loose.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Acura technician replaces the rear suspension lower control arm bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the sub-frame. The filing describes the repair but does not confirm that the final dealer remedy is open in this data. Once Acura opens the repair for your VIN, parts and labor are covered under the recall. Ask the service desk to confirm the repair path before arranging a visit.
Timeline
| December 16, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 9, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V622?
Recall 13V622 covers 7,387 2014 Acura Rlx vehicles with rear lower control arm bolts that loosened during transport to dealerships. Loose bolts can reduce steering ability and increase crash risk. Acura dealers will replace the rear suspension lower control arm bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Acura Rlx is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 13V622. If it is, contact a franchised Acura dealer to schedule replacement of the rear suspension lower control arm bolts. Reference recall number 13V622 or Acura recall number JD0 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Acura dealers will replace the rear suspension lower control arm bolts free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for vehicles included in recall 13V622.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced steering ability from loose rear lower control arm bolts. If those bolts loosen, the rear suspension cannot hold alignment as intended, increasing crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free bolt replacement with a franchised Acura dealer.
What if I bought my Acura Rlx used?
The free repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. If you never received an Acura letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your 2014 Acura Rlx is included, then reference recall 13V622 or Acura recall number JD0 with the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V622000 |
|---|---|
| Acura customer service | 1-800-999-1009 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V622 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V622000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →