Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
What Happened
The tailgate lid light assembly on your Acura MDX is the part that shines light on your vehicle when you open or close the tailgate. In some 2014-2020 models, moisture can sneak in and damage the wiring, making your lights stop working.
Risk if Unfixed
If your lights fail, it's harder to see and be seen by other drivers, which increases the risk of a crash, especially at night or in low-light conditions.
Free Fix
Your Acura dealer will inspect the wiring, replace the faulty light, and fix any gaps in the body of your vehicle, all for free. You'll get a notice in the mail, and you should contact them to schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles. Moisture may enter the tailgate lid light assembly and wiring harness, which can cause the interior and exterior lights to fail, including the lid lights, position lights, license plate lights and taillights.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Vehicle lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the wiring and install a fuse harness, replace the lid light, and repair the body dust sealer, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Acura's customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Acura's number for this recall is FLI. Vehicles included in this recall that were previously repaired under NHTSA recall number 19V-256 will need to have the new remedy completed.
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