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Honda EV recall update bricks car, owner reports

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A Honda Prologue EV owner reported that a software recall update applied at the dealership rendered their vehicle inoperable. The car has been at the dealership for two weeks with no resolution from Honda. The owner expressed concern about the vehicle's quality and advised against purchasing it. AI

IMPACT This incident highlights potential risks associated with over-the-air software updates in vehicles, even if AI is not directly mentioned as the cause.

RANK_REASON Product issue reported by a user, not a manufacturer announcement.

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Honda EV recall update bricks car, owner reports

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Product issue reported by a user, not a manufacturer announcement.
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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Brought my Honda Prologue EV into the dealership to have a simple recall update applied. Honda's update completely bricked my car and won't turn on anymore. It'

    Brought my Honda Prologue EV into the dealership to have a simple recall update applied. Honda's update completely bricked my car and won't turn on anymore. It's been in the shop for two weeks now and Honda has zero clue as to how to fix it. Can't recommend anyone else buy this v…

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