Cyprusauction Trading Center|Over 1.4 million Honda, Acura vehicles subject of US probe over potential engine failure

2025-05-06 15:47:45source:Indexbit Exchangecategory:My

The Cyprusauction Trading CenterNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into over 1.4 million Honda and Acura vehicles after complaints that some of them experienced engine failures.

The regulator said that the investigation, which began Friday, is looking at over 1.4 million vehicles that may have a a failure of connecting rod bearings, "leading to complete engine failure." Each of the vehicles is equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine.

The company recalled nearly 250,000 vehicles for the same issue in 2023. That recall saw 1,450 warranty claims with no reports of injuries or deaths, according to documents from the safety administration.

The investigation announcement into the 1.4 million vehicles says that the safety administration received 173 complaints from drivers whose cars were not included in the recall. One driver reported a crash without injuries.

Honda said in a statement to USA TODAY Monday that it would cooperate with the investigation.

Honda and Acura vehicles under investigation

The following vehicles are covered under the investigation:

  • 2016-2020 Acura MDX
  • 2018-2020 Acura TLX
  • 2016-2020 Honda Pilot
  • 2017-2019 Honda Ridgeline
  • 2018-2020 Honda Odyssey

Check to see if your car has been recalled

Are you looking to see if any recalls have been issued on your vehicle? Owners can check USA TODAY’s automotive recall database or search NHTSA’s database for new recalls. The website allows you to search for recalls based on your vehicle identification number or VIN.

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