The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Civic vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014, to November 6, 2014 and 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to May 12, 2015. The software settings that control the transmission operation may result in damage to the transmission drive pulley shaft.
The risk
If the transmission drive pulley shaft is damaged, it may break, and the vehicle may lose acceleration or the front wheels may lock up while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JU2 (Civic) and JU3(Fit).
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 15V-574 (15V574000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | JU2-Civic, JU3-Fit |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm) |
| Report date | September 15, 2015 |
| Owners notified | November 2, 2015 |
| Vehicles affected | 143,676 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 15V-574 repair free?
Yes. Honda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 143,676 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.