Recall 19V256000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Report Date
20190328
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Affected Vehicles
9 models

Defect Description

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Acura MDX and 2017-2019 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid vehicles. Moisture may enter the tailgate lid lights, possibly causing a loss of the tailgate lid lights and the taillights.

Safety Consequence

Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

Acura will notify owners, and dealers will modify the tailgate lid lights and install updated gaskets and a wiring sub-harness or will replace both tailgate lid lights. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is M49.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2014 ACURA MDX
2015 ACURA MDX
2016 ACURA MDX
2017 ACURA MDX
2017 ACURA MDX SPORT HYBRID
2018 ACURA MDX
2018 ACURA MDX SPORT HYBRID
2019 ACURA MDX
2019 ACURA MDX SPORT HYBRID

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.