Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 28, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalls 2014–2019 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid, Mdx

Recall number

19V256000

Brand / firm

Acura

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 322,897 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.