Recall 14V779 affects 9,392 2015 Acura Tlx vehicles for a parking-pawl defect. Repair is free at any franchised Acura dealer.
Acura is recalling 9,392 2015 Tlx vehicles because parking pawl contamination or a dislodged or broken park rod can keep the transmission from locking in Park. If the shift indicator shows Park but the lock is not engaged, the vehicle can roll away and increase crash risk; Acura dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The automatic transmission in the 2015 Acura Tlx uses a parking pawl and park rod to lock the transmission when the shifter is placed in Park. The pawl is a metal locking piece inside the transmission, and the rod moves that piece into position so the vehicle stays secured after you stop.
On affected Tlx vehicles, contamination during manufacturing of the nine-speed automatic transmission can interfere with the parking pawl. The park rod can also become dislodged or broken. When either part fails to move correctly, the transmission does not shift fully into Park, even though the driver selected Park at the shifter.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the problem appears, the vehicle will not enter Park or does not hold Park normally, so treat that as the defect showing itself and contact an Acura dealer.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Acura Tlx | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 9,392 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
If the shift indicator shows "Park" while the park lock has not engaged, the vehicle can roll away and increase crash risk. There is no listed warning sign before the park lock fails. Confirm the vehicle is secure before exiting, and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Acura dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Acura Tlx is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Acura dealer to schedule the free transmission inspection and replacement that fixes the Park-position lock problem.
- Bring the recall notice if Acura mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V779 when you call.
- Set the parking brake before exiting the vehicle until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Acura technician inspects the automatic transmission parking pawl and park rod condition, then replaces the transmission if the inspection shows the Park position problem is present. The recall inspection and any needed transmission replacement are free. Until the inspection is complete, use the manual parking brake each time you park. Out-of-pocket repairs before the owner notice are handled through the new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because warranty coverage would have provided the repair at no cost.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| December 4, 2014 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| December 4, 2014 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 8, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
| January 6, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 30, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V779?
Recall 14V779 covers 9,392 2015 Acura Tlx vehicles with a parking pawl or park rod problem in the automatic transmission. The vehicle can show Park without the parking lock engaging, creating a rollaway crash risk. Acura dealers will inspect and replace the transmission if needed for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Acura Tlx is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V779. If it is, contact a franchised Acura dealer to schedule the transmission inspection. Reference recall 14V779 or recall code JM8 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Acura dealers will inspect the automatic transmission and replace it if necessary, free of charge, under recall 14V779.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V779?
The safety risk is vehicle rollaway after the shift indicator shows Park while the parking lock is not engaged. Before leaving the vehicle, confirm it is secure, use the parking brake, and schedule the free dealer inspection and transmission replacement if your VIN is included.
What if I bought my 2015 Acura Tlx used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Acura is included, then call a franchised Acura dealer and reference recall 14V779 or recall code JM8.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V779000 |
|---|---|
| Acura customer service | 1-310-783-2000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V779 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V779000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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