Recall 19V-256: 2014–2019 Acura MDX, 2017–2019 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Mar 28, 2019, covering about 322,897 vehicles.

NHTSA number
19V-256
Report date
Mar 28, 2019
Vehicles affected
322,897
Owners notified
May 7, 2019

The problem

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.

The 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.

Notes

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerHonda (American Honda Motor Co.)
ComponentExterior Lighting
Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number19V256000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Acura MDX2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019All years
Acura MDX Sport Hybrid2017, 2018, 2019All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 19V-256?

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.

How is recall 19V-256 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.