Acura RSX owners have reported 11 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tail light switch (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Headlights problems | |
| Tail Light Switch problems | |
| Exterior Lighting problems | |
| Fog Lights problems |
1. Hazardous night driving loss of low beam headlight due to poor light socket design and construction. This defect appears to be a burnout light halogen light bulb. 2. The bulb burns out due vibration, or arching caused by the light bulb locking mechanism assembly failure leaving the bulb loose, Read details...
Water leaks in to the trunk (where the spare tire is kept). It puddles and causes rust and mold. It causes asthma exacerbation and respitory illness. Due to the water, the tail lights get fogged up and it makes it difficult to see the brake lights. Read details...
Headlamps are very dull making visibility at night very difficult. There is currently an aftermarket recall for exterior lighting from (4) mfg's. I believe I have originals from the manufacturer. Read details...
Oem foglight lenses, cracks too easily. Read details...