2014–2019 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid, Mdx recall: Exterior lighting
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V256000
- Reported
- March 28, 2019
- Manufacturer
- Honda
- Part
- Exterior lighting
- Vehicles affected
- About 322,897
What is wrong
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 risk
Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
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 models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Acura Mdx (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019); Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid (2017, 2018, 2019). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
What is the fix?
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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.