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NewsU.S. Authorities Probing 1.4 Million Honda Vehicles, 3.5L V6 Again to Blame
Is there something wrong again with connecting rod bearings on Honda’s 3.5-litre V6 engine? That’s what U.S. authorities want to know. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation covering approximately 1.4 million vehicles in the U.S. after it received 173 complaints and reports from owners. Affected …
RecallsAirbag-Related Recall Affects Nearly All Honda Models, Some Acuras
A safety issue with the sensor in the front passenger seat is forcing Honda to recall a large number of models and units, including more than three quarters of a million in the U.S. alone. [UPDATE] According to Transport Canada, 66,846 vehicles are affected north of the border. The models …
RecallsPremature Wear in Honda, Acura Engines Leads to Recall
Honda has announced a recall on approximately 280,000 vehicles in North America, including just shy of 30,000 in Canada, due to potential engine damage. Affected models include the 2019 Odyssey and Ridgeline , 2016 and 2018 Pilot , as well as the 2018-2020 MDX and 2015-2020 TLX from luxury brand …
NewsHonda: Faulty Start-Stop System Leads to Complaints, Investigation
While generally acclaimed and known for its dependability, the 3.5-litre V6 engine found in many Honda vehicles is currently under investigation in the U.S. The problem doesn’t come from the engine itself but rather from the auto start-stop system. More specifically, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched …
News355-Horsepower Acura TLX Type S Starts at Just Under $60,000
Acura has finally announced pricing for the all-new 2021 TLX Type S , the high-performance version of its fully redesigned compact sedan. Slated to arrive in Canadian dealerships in mid-June, the car will start at $59,500 plus freight and PDI of $2,375. It’s a fairly big step up from the …
News2021 Acura TLX Type S to Deliver Over 350 Horsepower
Unveiled in late May, the all-new, second-generation 2021 Acura TLX packs quite a punch and promises to heat things up in the compact luxury sedan segment. Beyond its striking good looks, brand new chassis with increased stiffness and standard SH-AWD system, the car arrives with a selection of two new …
News2021 Acura TLX: We Chat With Acura Canada’s Brand Manager
On the eve of the virtual world premiere of the all-new, second-generation 2021 Acura TLX , The Car Guide spoke with Emile Korkor, brand manager at Acura Canada, to get additional insights about the car and the company’s overall strategy. First, you need to know a few things. The launch …
New ModelsAll-new 2021 Acura TLX is Here and Means Business
For 2021, the Acura TLX is coming back stronger and meaner with a second generation full of promise and potential. The big reveal took place online today. Will it manage to gain market shares among compact luxury sedans and live up to the reputation of the old TL? We’ll just …
RecallsA Recall for ZF
What has nine speeds and must be recalled? Around half-a-million vehicles equipped with a ZF gearbox! Previously, only some Fiat Chrysler Automobiles models were involved; now, the recall has been expanded to cover a large array of vehicles fitted with this transmission. According to the German parts manufacturer, vehicles from …
NewsThe First Modified Acura TLX
It was just a matter of time before a tuner finally got their hands on a brand-new Acura TLX sedan. Since the part manufacturers haven't yet had the time to design anything for this car, the modifications are somewhat limited so far. This car comes with an OEM aero package.
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