Recall 15V574 affects 143,676 2014-2015 Honda Fit and Civic vehicles for software that damages the transmission drive pulley shaft. Honda dealers update it free.
Honda is recalling 143,676 2014-2015 Civic and Fit vehicles under recall 15V574 because transmission software settings can damage the drive pulley shaft. A damaged shaft can break and lead to loss of acceleration or front-wheel lockup while driving, and Honda dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The transmission control software in the 2014-2015 Honda Fit and Civic manages the continuously variable transmission, or CVT. The CVT uses hydraulic pressure to move internal pulleys and keep engine power flowing to the front wheels. One of those parts is the drive pulley shaft, which carries load inside the transmission while the pulleys change ratio during driving.
On these Honda vehicles, the software uses high hydraulic pressure during certain CVT operating modes. That pressure puts extra stress on the drive pulley shaft. Honda also found that some shafts were built at the low end of the hardness specification. When a lower-hardness shaft is hit with repeated high-stress operation, fatigue cracks can start inside the shaft and the shaft can break while the vehicle is moving.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not told to watch for a sound, light, or change in shifting before the shaft breaks.
Who's affected?
Fit is listed for 2015; Civic is listed for 2014 and 2015, both tied to the automatic transmission control module.
| 2015 Honda Fit | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| 2015 Honda Civic | automatic transmission |
| 2014 Honda Civic | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 143,676 |
| 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 car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A damaged transmission drive pulley shaft can break while driving. If that happens, the Honda can lose acceleration or the front wheels can lock, increasing the risk of a crash. Schedule the transmission software update soon, and drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2015 Honda Fit or Civic is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free transmission software update that corrects the transmission settings linked to drive pulley shaft damage.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V574 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the software update is complete, and leave extra following distance in case acceleration changes or the front wheels lock up.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician updates the transmission control software for the recalled Civic or Fit. The software update is free under the recall, and parts and labor are covered. Honda says the new vehicle warranty would have covered this transmission software problem without owner payment, so there is no separate pre-notice reimbursement program. If you have prior repair paperwork, ask the Honda service desk how the new vehicle warranty applies to that repair history.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| September 11, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| September 15, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
| October 31, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 2, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V574?
Recall 15V574 covers 143,676 2014-2015 Honda Civic and 2015 Honda Fit vehicles with transmission-control software settings that can damage the transmission drive pulley shaft. Honda dealers will update the transmission software for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2015 Honda Civic or 2015 Honda Fit is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 15V574. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the transmission software update. Reference recall number 15V574 or Honda recall code JU2 for Civic and JU3 for Fit when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Honda dealers will update the transmission software free of charge. The free repair applies at any franchised Honda dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 15V574?
The risk is loss of acceleration or front-wheel lockup while driving. Honda says damaged transmission drive pulley shafts can break, increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free software update with a Honda dealer.
What if I bought my Honda Civic or Fit used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Civic or Fit is included, then call a Honda dealer and reference recall 15V574.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V574000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V574 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V574000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (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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