- Acura is recalling over 5,000 ZDX crossovers due to a braking issue.
- A software defect can result in a loss of braking power.
- The ZDX is built by GM and the Cadillac Lyriq was recalled for the same issue earlier this month.
Acura’s electric revolution is off to a rough start as the company is recalling 5,031 ZDX crossovers from the 2024 model year. The model can suddenly lose the ability to brake due to a software glitch.
The issue only impacts all-wheel drive variants and the safety recall report says “during certain braking events below 25 mph (40 km/h) on dry surfaces, the vehicle may exhibit overly sensitive anti-lock braking system control.” In particular, the anti-lock brakes can “falsely” activate and release braking pressure.
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If things happen in a certain way, the crossover could have reduced braking performance or a complete failure of the braking system. Needless to say, this is a serious safety issue and one that could potentially have tragic results.
GM informed Acura about the issue in late July and told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration the same issue impacts the 2023 and 2024 Cadillac Lyriq. That crossover was recalled earlier this month and now it’s Acura’s turn because both models are built by the General.
Thankfully, the fix is easy as the issue is caused by a software defect in the electronic brake control module. This means an over-the-air update can fix the issue, although customers who haven’t opted in to receive them will need to visit their local Acura dealer.
The updated software “corrects the condition that falsely detects wheel slippage.” This should prevent the anti-lock brakes from triggering for no reason.
