NHTSA Recall 14V323000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V323000; Date: Jun. 13, 2014
The diminished light output may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additonally, the excessive heat coming from around the bulb and reflector could cause the headlights to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Acura ILX; 2014 Acura ILX
Component: Exterior Lighting:headlights
Manufactured by: Honda (american Honda Motor Co. )
Affected Units:: 14,078
Recall Summary:
American Honda motor CO. , inc (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2013 Acura ilx vehicles manufactured January 16, 2012 to March 1, 2013, ilx hybrid vehicles manufactured January 12, 2012 to February 7, 2013, and certain model year 2014 ilx vehicles manufactured may 2, 2013, to may 31, 2014, and ilx hybrid vehicles manufactured October 18, 2013 to February 19, 2014. Excessive heat temperatures around the headlight bulb and reflector unit may diminish the output of the headlight and cause smoke, melting, and fire. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. "
How to Fix:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlights, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-862-2872. Honda's number for this recall is je9.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 14, 2014
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