Manufacturers Honda, Jeep and Subaru have recently launched major recall campaigns to correct defects affecting certain specific models. Overview of the number of vehicles affected as well as the components that will need to be repaired or replaced.
Nearly 30,000 units in total of Acura MDX (2018 to 2020), Acura TLX (2015 to 2020), Honda Odyssey (2019), Honda Pilot (2016 and 2018) as well as Honda Ridgeline (2019) are being recalled for a risk of defect affecting their 3.5L V6 engines. According to the manufacturer, poorly constructed crankpins – the part that connects the piston rod to the crankshaft – can cause wear, or even breakage, of the connecting rod bearings. This can lead to the sudden shutdown of the engine and, in some cases, require its outright replacement. Abnormal noises as well as a loss of power may indicate the existence of such a defect. The manufacturer estimates that 1% of recalled vehicles will undergo a repair or transplant of a new mechanical core. Customers who have already had to pay out of pocket for repairs related to this problem will be compensated, assures Honda.
At Jeep, 3,856 Wrangler 4xe models from 2021 to 2024 will need to be inspected at the brand’s Canadian dealerships for a risk of fire involving their high-voltage battery. In some cases, an update of the control software could correct the problem while, in other cases, it is argued that battery replacement could be necessary if certain error codes are detected. While awaiting these fixes, Jeep encourages owners of these Wrangler 4xe not to charge them and to park them away from other vehicles and buildings. The risk of fire is present even if the vehicle is not running, it is specified.
Subaru Crosstrek (2021), Legacy (2022) and Outback (from 2021 to 2023) will have to make a stop at their dealership to correct an electrical problem with rather unusual consequences. According to the Transport Canada fact sheet, water can infiltrate the “start inhibitor switch”, a component which, among other things, prevents the vehicle from starting if the gear lever is not in the “Park” position. In this case, this has the effect of preventing the broadcast of the image from the reversing camera as well as the illumination of the rear reversing lights or “the display of the speed indicator in the dashboard”. . The part will be replaced on all 12,839 affected vehicles.
