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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.
2025 Acura MDX Recall
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the known NHTSA recalls for a 2025 Acura MDX?
The NHTSA records show 29 recall entries related to Acura MDX vehicles across multiple model years and components, including tail lights, fuel system, fuel pump, brake calipers, and timing belts. Those recalls include repeated campaigns for tail light moisture intrusion (tailgate lights), fuel tank weld defects, fuel pump failures, brake caliper piston issues, CMBS forward-collision software updates, seat and seat-belt assembly concerns, and timing-belt inspections. While many campaigns reference model years 2014–2020, owners of a 2025 Acura MDX should still check their VIN because expanded or overlapping campaigns can apply to later production runs.
How do I check if my 2025 Acura MDX has an open recall?
Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov or bring your vehicle to Coggin Acura Fort Pierce for a free VIN recall check. You can quickly confirm open recalls yourself at NHTSA.gov or call Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138, or visit our service center and we will verify the VIN at no charge and advise next steps. To book a verification with factory-trained technicians, schedule service online—recall repairs are free and we offer service financing if you need other paid work done.
How much does a 2025 Acura MDX recall repair cost?
Manufacturer recall repairs are performed free of charge to the vehicle owner under the recall program. If a NHTSA-listed recall applies to your 2025 Acura MDX—such as a tail light gasket replacement, fuel pump assembly replacement, or software update—Coggin Acura Fort Pierce will perform the corrective action at no cost using OEM parts and factory-trained technicians. If additional non-recall service is requested, we offer transparent estimates, service specials (service specials), and service financing to help manage repairs.
Can I get my 2025 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 free manufacturer corrective action and OEM compliance. Independent shops cannot obligate the manufacturer to cover recall costs; only a certified Acura franchise like Coggin Acura Fort Pierce can process the manufacturer's free remedy, document completion in the official recall database, and provide OEM parts and factory diagnostics. For safety and warranty integrity, bring your 2025 Acura MDX to your local certified Acura dealer for recall work—search for “Acura recall service near me” or schedule appointment with us today.
How long does a 2025 Acura MDX recall repair take?
Repair time varies by campaign; many recall fixes are completed in one visit (1–3 hours), while parts replacements can take longer if parts must be ordered. Examples from NHTSA data: tail light gasket and wiring sub-harness work is typically a short repair, while fuel tank replacement or fuel pump assembly replacement may require more time depending on parts availability. To minimize downtime, call Coggin Acura Fort Pierce or schedule service and we will provide a realistic ETA and loaner/rental guidance where available.
Does an open recall affect my 2025 Acura MDX's trade-in or resale value?
Yes—an unresolved recall can reduce resale or trade-in value because dealers and buyers often check NHTSA recall status before purchase. Getting recalls fixed at Coggin Acura Fort Pierce protects vehicle value, removes buyer hesitation, and documents that manufacturer-specified safety work was completed using OEM parts; you can get an immediate appraisal at our trade page (value your trade). We recommend resolving open recalls before selling or trading your 2025 Acura MDX to maintain maximum market value and to avoid inspection or insurance issues.
Can I fail a state inspection because of an unresolved 2025 Acura MDX recall?
Some recalls affect safety equipment—like taillights or brakes—that can result in failing an inspection if the component is not functioning properly. NHTSA recalls for tail lights, seat belts, brake calipers, and fuel systems directly relate to safety; if a recall has left a safety system impaired, state inspectors may cite the vehicle during inspection. To avoid inspection failures, bring your 2025 Acura MDX to Coggin Acura Fort Pierce for a free recall check and corrective action; you can schedule service online and ask about our current service specials and financing options.
2025 Acura MDX Recall Summary
These entries are summarized from NHTSA records; Coggin Acura Fort Pierce recommends owners of a 2025 Acura MDX check their VIN and schedule service for free recall repairs performed by factory-trained technicians using OEM parts.
Recall Service & Dealership Highlights
Safety Risks You Can't Ignore
The safety implications of unresolved recalls are immediate and measurable, and Coggin Acura Fort Pierce urges owners of a 2025 Acura MDX to act quickly. NHTSA records include campaigns for tail light moisture intrusion that can cause taillight failure and reduce visibility, fuel tank weld defects and fuel-pump failures that can result in leaks or engine stalls, brake caliper coating problems that reduce braking performance, and timing-belt or engine issues that can lead to engine stall. Every one of these examples represents a real crash risk if left unattended: loss of taillights reduces visibility at night, a fuel leak increases fire risk, brake impairment increases stopping distances, and an engine stall in traffic can cause secondary collisions. Ignoring a manufacturer recall can also affect insurance claims and liability—carriers may scrutinize an open recall after an incident. At Coggin Acura Fort Pierce our factory-trained technicians prioritize safety remedies, complete manufacturer-mandated repairs free of charge using OEM parts, and document the work in official records to ensure your vehicle is safe and compliant. If you suspect any symptom—flickering lights, fuel odor, unusual braking feel, or engine roughness—please schedule service now; we can also review available service specials and service financing to help with non-recall maintenance.
Your Certified Recall Experts
Coggin Acura Fort Pierce is a factory-authorized Acura dealer serving Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, Stuart, Vero Beach, Palm Bay and surrounding communities, and we are uniquely qualified to perform recall repairs on your 2025 Acura MDX. Our technicians are factory-trained, use OEM diagnostic tools, and follow Acura service procedures so recall repairs are performed exactly as the manufacturer requires. Because recall remedies are covered by the manufacturer, repairs are completed at no charge to the owner, and we document completion in the manufacturer database—something only an authorized dealer can guarantee. We stock OEM parts or can order them directly from Acura to minimize downtime, and we maintain transparent communication about ETA and required work. For convenience, Coggin Acura Fort Pierce offers easy online scheduling, loaner and shuttle options when available, and service financing for any recommended non-recall work. If you need an official recall check or to confirm corrective action, visit our service center page or schedule service online—your local certified Acura dealer is the safest, fastest way to resolve recalls near me in Fort Pierce, FL.
Check Your VIN Today
The fastest way to confirm recall applicability is a VIN check—owners of a 2025 Acura MDX should verify their VIN through NHTSA.gov or contact Coggin Acura Fort Pierce for a free VIN lookup and consultation. NHTSA lists 29 recall entries related to Acura MDX model years referenced in the public record, and some campaigns have expanded over time; a VIN check tells you exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle. When you bring your VIN to Coggin Acura Fort Pierce we will inspect the vehicle, verify open campaigns, and explain the remedy—whether it is a software update, gasket and wiring sub-harness installation for tailgate lights, fuel pump assembly replacement, brake bleeding, timing-belt inspection, or seat frame replacement. Typical turnaround for most recall fixes is a few hours, but parts-intensive repairs may take longer; our team will provide an estimated completion time and help you schedule appointment at your convenience. If you want to save on paid services while you wait, ask about our service specials, and remember we offer service financing to help manage any additional work.
Protect Your Resale Value
Open recalls can negatively impact the resale or trade-in value of your 2025 Acura MDX because many buyers and dealers check NHTSA recall status before purchase; resolving recalls protects your equity and marketability. When recalls remain unresolved, buyers may discount offers or request completion prior to sale, and some lenders or insurers may place conditions on coverage. Coggin Acura Fort Pierce performs all manufacturer recall work free of charge using OEM parts and factory-trained technicians, and we provide documentation that the recall remedy was completed—this paperwork reassures buyers and preserves the vehicle’s value. If you are considering trade-in or sale, get a recall check and corrective action completed before listing; you can start the trade process by visiting our trade-in page (value your trade), and our team will factor completed manufacturer repairs into your appraisal. Taking care of recalls also helps your vehicle pass inspections and avoid last-minute deal delays, so resolve open recalls at an authorized dealer to maintain top resale value and buyer confidence.
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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
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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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