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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.
2010 Acura MDX Recall
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the known NHTSA recalls for a 2010 Acura MDX?
The NHTSA has issued 29 recalls affecting the 2010 Acura MDX covering components such as tail lights, fuel tank systems, fuel pumps, brake calipers, collision avoidance software, seat belts, and more. These recalls include tail light moisture intrusion that can disable taillights, fuel tank weld defects that may leak, and fuel pump and brake issues that can cause stalls or reduced braking performance. Coggin Acura Fort Pierce recommends scheduling a free inspection with our factory-trained technicians to confirm open recalls and complete required repairs; you can schedule service today.
How do I check if my 2010 Acura MDX has an open recall?
You can check open recalls using your VIN on the NHTSA website or we will check your VIN for free when you visit Coggin Acura Fort Pierce. If you prefer dealer assistance, bring your VIN to our service lane and our OEM diagnostic tools will verify any active recalls and required repairs at no cost. To make an appointment, schedule service online; ask about current service specials and our service financing options to get repairs now and pay later.
How much does a 2010 Acura MDX recall repair cost?
Manufacturer recall repairs for the 2010 Acura MDX are performed free of charge under the recall program; there is no customer cost for covered recall work. Coggin Acura Fort Pierce uses OEM parts and factory-trained technicians to ensure the recall repair is completed correctly and safely, preserving warranty and resale value. If additional non-recall maintenance is recommended, we will explain costs and available service specials and financing options before any work begins.
Can I get my 2010 Acura MDX recall fixed at an independent shop or do I need a dealer?
Recall repairs must be performed by an authorized dealer to guarantee OEM parts, factory diagnostic procedures, and free manufacturer repair coverage; Coggin Acura Fort Pierce is your certified Acura dealer for this work. Independent shops cannot always access OEM parts, manufacturer software updates, or official campaign procedures, which can affect safety, compliance, and future warranty or insurance claims. Book a free recall inspection with our factory-trained team via schedule service and ask about service financing to help with any additional approved work.
How long does a 2010 Acura MDX recall repair take?
Repair times vary by recall: many corrective actions (software updates, light gasket installs, or seat belt replacement) are completed in a few hours, while part replacement (fuel tank or fuel pump) may require more time. At Coggin Acura Fort Pierce we prioritize recall repairs and provide an estimated turnaround when you schedule appointment; our technicians use OEM tools and factory procedures to complete repairs correctly the first time. If you need a loaner or alternative transportation, ask our service advisors about options and service financing while you wait for free recall repair completion.
Does an open recall affect my 2010 Acura MDX's trade-in or resale value?
An unresolved recall can reduce trade-in and resale value because many buyers and dealers check NHTSA records and require recalls to be completed before purchase. Resolving recalls at Coggin Acura Fort Pierce with OEM documentation protects resale value and provides buyers confidence that the vehicle was repaired by a certified Acura dealer. When you are ready, use our online tool to value your vehicle at value your trade and ensure recall work is documented to maximize trade-in offers.
Can I fail a state inspection because of an unresolved 2010 Acura MDX recall?
Yes, some recalls affect safety-related systems (lights, brakes, fuel leaks) that can cause a vehicle to fail state inspection if the defective component impacts roadworthiness. Addressing recalls promptly at a certified dealer like Coggin Acura Fort Pierce reduces the risk of failed inspections, insurance complications, and safety hazards on the road. Contact our service team to schedule service and confirm whether any active recalls might affect your next inspection; ask about service financing to cover non-recall repairs.
2010 Acura MDX Recall Summary
These recall entries are based on NHTSA records; Coggin Acura Fort Pierce urges owners of the 2010 Acura MDX to contact us or schedule service for a free inspection and repair. Recall repairs are performed at no cost by factory-trained technicians using OEM parts.
Recall Service & Dealership Highlights
Safety Risks You Can't Ignore
The 2010 Acura MDX has multiple NHTSA-recorded recalls covering critical safety systems, and addressing them promptly is essential to protect you and your passengers. Specific issues recorded by the NHTSA include tail light moisture intrusion that can cause taillights to fail, fuel tank weld defects that can allow fuel to leak, and fuel pump or timing belt concerns that risk engine stall. Any reduction in braking performance, a loss of taillights, or a potential fuel leak increases crash risk and can affect insurance claims. At Coggin Acura Fort Pierce we treat recall work as an urgent safety priority: our factory-trained technicians follow manufacturer procedures, use OEM parts, and perform corrective actions free under the recall campaign. Ignoring recalls may lead to higher insurance costs, failed inspections, or diminished resale value, so please schedule service now and ask about our available service specials.
Your Certified Recall Experts
Coggin Acura Fort Pierce is the local Acura franchise dealer serving Fort Pierce, FL and surrounding communities with factory-certified recall repair services. As a certified Acura dealer, we employ factory-trained technicians, carry genuine OEM parts, and maintain Acura-approved diagnostic tools required to perform recall repairs correctly and at no cost to the customer. Whether your 2010 Acura MDX is affected by tail light, fuel tank, or CMBS software recalls, our technicians will follow manufacturer instructions and document completed repairs with the proper recall campaign codes. We serve Fort Pierce and nearby areas, providing transparent service estimates, official recall documentation, and support for insurance or inspection inquiries. For convenience, you can schedule service online and review current service specials. Our team also offers service financing so you can get important recommended work done promptly while preserving your safety and vehicle value.
Check Your VIN Today
If you are unsure whether your 2010 Acura MDX is affected by a recall, the quickest way is to check your VIN at NHTSA.gov or bring your VIN to Coggin Acura Fort Pierce for a free dealer VIN check. Our service advisors will confirm open campaigns and explain expected repair scope—software updates, gasket and wiring sub-harness installs, fuel tank or pump replacement, or seat and seat belt repairs—and provide an estimated completion time. Many recall actions are completed the same day, while part replacement jobs may take longer; we will advise on loaner vehicle availability and any recommended non-recall maintenance. When you arrive, our technicians use OEM diagnostic tools and factory procedures to ensure recalls are completed correctly and documented. To start, schedule appointment online; we also list real-time service specials and offer payment options including service financing for approved repairs beyond recall coverage.
Protect Your Resale Value
Unresolved recalls can erode trade-in value for your 2010 Acura MDX because dealers and private buyers often check NHTSA recall history before purchase. Completing all manufacturer recalls at an authorized Acura dealer like Coggin Acura Fort Pierce documents that repairs were done with OEM parts and factory procedures, which preserves the vehicle's market value and simplifies trade-in or sale. Many lenders and insurers also prefer or require open recalls to be addressed to avoid liability for known defects. If you plan to sell or trade your vehicle, bring documented recall repairs to the buyer or dealer; we will provide the official campaign records after service. Interested customers can get an appraisal and learn how completed recall repairs improve offers by using our online tool at value your trade. If additional maintenance is needed to maximize resale value, ask about service specials and our service financing options to take care of repairs promptly.
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Recall Summary
29 recalls found · All repairs FREE
Tail Light
FREE6 OPEN RECALLS
Consequence
Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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Tail Light6
FREE6 OPEN RECALLS
Defect
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.
Consequence
Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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Fuel Tank3
FREE3 OPEN RECALLS
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Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015 Acura MDX 2WD and MDX 4WD vehicles, 2016 Acura MDX 4WD vehicles, 2015-2016 Honda Odyssey vehicles, and 2016 Honda Pilot 2WD and 4WD vehicles. The affected vehicles have fuel tanks that were manufactured with insufficient welds which may separate and allow fuel to leak out.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks, free of charge. Owners may contact Honda/Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. The recall began on July 29, 2016. Honda's numbers for this recall are KA9 (Honda vehicles) and KB0 (Acura vehicles).
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Air Conditioner2
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS
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American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX and MDX AWD vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to December 16, 2014. The affected vehicles have air conditioning compressor clutch drive bolts that may not have received the proper anti-corrosion coating.
Consequence
If a bolt was not coated, it may corrode and break as a result. If the bolt breaks, the compressor clutch plate may separate from the vehicle, possibly becoming a road hazard.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air conditioning compressor clutch drive bolt and install a new clutch plate if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2015. Owners may contact Acura client relations at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's number for this recall is JQ7.
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Forward Collision Avoidance2
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS
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Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX 2WD and AWD, RLX and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) may incorrectly interpret certain roadside objects such as metal fences or metal guardrails as obstacles and unexpectedly apply the brakes.
Consequence
If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the CMBS software, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's numbers for this recall is JQ4, JQ5 and JQ6.
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Seat Belt2
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS
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American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to August 25, 2014, and 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to November 25, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the driver and front passenger seat belt may not extend or retract in low temperatures.
Consequence
A seatbelt that does not function increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action
Honda has notified owners, and dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's number for this recall is JK7 for the MKX, and JK8 for the RLX.
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Transmission1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
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American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Acura MDX AWD vehicles manufactured May 6, 2013, through October 14, 2013. The bolts that attach the drive shaft to the automatic transmission transfer assembly may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the bolts could loosen possibly allowing the shaft to detach.
Consequence
If the drive shaft detaches while driving it could cause excessive noise and possibly damage the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the drive shaft attaching bolts as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in December 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009 or visit their website at www.recalls.honda.com. Honda's recall number is JC8.
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Electrical System1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
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American Honda Motor Co. is recalling certain Trailer Hitch Harness Kits, Part Number 08L91-TZ5-200. These kits are for use in 2014 model year Acura MDX vehicles. The trailer hitch kit has a subharness that is incorrectly wired such that there may be no power supplied to an accessory trailer brake controller.
Consequence
If the trailer brake controller is not powered, when towing a trailer, longer stopping distances could be required, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners and Acura dealers will correct the trailer hitch subharness wiring, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on August 23, 2013. Owners may contact Acura Customer Service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's number for this campaign is JB2.
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Brake Caliper3
FREE3 OPEN RECALLS
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Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura MDX, 2017-2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda HR-V and Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, Light Vehicle Brake Systems.
Consequence
A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 17, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C31 and L30.
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Timing belt1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
Consequence
Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall is expected to begin June 1, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is L4M. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is Z4L.
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Fuel Pump5
FREE5 OPEN RECALLS
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Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
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Engine1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
Consequence
Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall is expected to begin June 1, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is L4M. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is Z4L.
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Seat1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles and 2018 Acura MDX vehicles. The front driver and passenger powered seats in the Honda vehicles and the driver powered seats in the Acura vehicles may have been assembled with improperly manufactured rivets. In the event of a crash, the rivets can break causing the seats not to be secured to the floor. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVS
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the floor, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver seat frame assembly in Acura MDX vehicles, and replace the driver and front passenger seat slide rail frames in Honda Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall is D0S, and T0T.
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Fuel System1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid vehicles. The affected vehicles have an engine fuel feed hose and a fuel purge hose that may have been misrouted during vehicle assembly.
Consequence
The misrouting can cause the hoses to be damaged from contact with other components, potentially resulting in a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the fuel feed hose and the fuel purge hose. If misrouted, the hoses will be replaced and installed correctly, free of charge. The recall began on August 14, 2017. Owners may contact Acura Client Relations at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KF8.
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