2024 Acura ZDX Antilock Brake Control Module Recall (24V614)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 4,174 vehicles · Reported August 15, 2024
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling 4,174 2024 Acura ZDX vehicles. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) may activate unexpectedly and release brake pressure in the vehicle's service brake system. A release of brake pressure can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
Recall 24V614 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V614000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | UJE |
| Date reported to NHTSA | August 15, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Vehicles | 2024 Acura ZDX |
| Units affected | 4,174 |
| Build dates | December 19, 2023 to August 1, 2024 |
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic > Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip > Control Unit / Module |
| Safety risk | A release of brake pressure can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Over-the-air software update |
What is wrong with the 2024 Acura ZDX in recall 24V614?
The anti-lock brake system (ABS) may activate unexpectedly and release brake pressure in the vehicle's service brake system.
Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 Acura ZDX All-Wheel Drive vehicles. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) may activate unexpectedly and release brake pressure in the vehicle's service brake system.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Is it safe to drive a 2024 ZDX with recall 24V614?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A release of brake pressure can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A release of brake pressure can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the control unit and module.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V614?
Recall 24V614 covers 4,174 vehicles: 2024 Acura ZDX.
NHTSA lists 4,174 vehicles in this campaign, built December 19, 2023 to August 1, 2024. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Acura | ZDX |
What is the fix for the ZDX antilock brake control module recall?
Yes. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
The electronic brake control module software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Acura's number for this recall is UJE.
When was recall 24V614 announced?
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported recall 24V614 to NHTSA on August 15, 2024. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as September 26, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| December 19, 2023 | First affected vehicle built (per Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)'s filing). |
| August 1, 2024 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| August 15, 2024 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V614000. |
| September 26, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 25 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 226 days. If your ZDX was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my ZDX is part of recall 24V614?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V614 is open on your ZDX, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 24V614000 is open on your ZDX, it will be listed there, along with Acura recall number UJE. You can also ask any Acura dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should ZDX owners do about recall 24V614?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 24V614000 applies to your ZDX.
- Call a Acura dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the control unit and module happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are ZDX owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 21 of them about the brakes.
Since recall 24V614 was reported on August 15, 2024, owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA about the brakes on these vehicles. 5 of them (24%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the brakes and were received on or after August 15, 2024, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related brakes issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 56 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 21 of them involve the brakes. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Acura ZDX: 56 complaints in total, 21 about the brakes
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
At 4100 miles our ZDX started showing the Service Brake Assist system warning, the auto-hold unavailable warning, and the one pedal driving unavailable warning. Took the vehicle to the dealership. Got the car back in 15 days and the problem persists.
2024 Acura ZDX owner, MS, NHTSA complaint 11634252, filed January 6, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Acura ZDX. The contact stated after his wife had pulled out of the driveway and depressed the brake pedal, the messages "Complete Outer Brake Failure", "Top Speed 43 MPH" and "Stabili-trak Failure" were displayed. Additionally, several unknown warning lights were illuminated.
2024 Acura ZDX owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11636036, filed January 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Acura ZDX. The contact stated that while depressing the manual regenerative brake lever the braking system failed to activate and the driver had to depress the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The contact stated that during the failure the message "Service Brake Assistance" was displayed.
2024 Acura ZDX owner, MD, NHTSA complaint 11641985, filed February 11, 2025
Can recall 24V614 make my ZDX a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Brake defects are safety defects. California's lemon law presumption can apply after two repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, when the manufacturer has been notified directly.
Because the remedy is an over-the-air update, there may be no repair order unless you take the 2024 Acura ZDX in. If the symptom continues after the update, get it documented at the dealer so it counts.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
A software update can count as a repair attempt, especially if you complained about the problem or the update keeps being repeated. I've seen dealers do the same software update five or six times with no fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 24V614
Did the recall 24V614 fix work?
Since recall 24V614 was reported on August 15, 2024, owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA about the brakes on these vehicles. 5 of them (24%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed September 26, 2024.
Is the 24V614000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my ZDX is part of recall 24V614000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 24V614000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Acura. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.