The problem
Honda is recalling certain model year Acura 2010 mdx vehicles manufactured between October 7, 2009 and November 14, 2009. A bolt used to attach an interior trim piece to either the driver's or passenger's side a-pillar May not have been installed during manufacturing.
The risk
In the event of a crash resulting in side curtain air bag deployment, the trim piece May not remain properly secured to the a-pillar, increasing the risk of injury to the driver and/or front seat passenger.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the interior trim piece of the a-pillar and if a bolt is missing it will be installed free of charge. Four vehicles were purchased before the stop-sale was issued and all the vehicles have been inspected and repaired if necessary.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 10V-002 (10V002000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Air bags |
| Report date | January 4, 2010 |
| Owners notified | December 23, 2009 |
| Vehicles affected | 644 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 10V-002 repair free?
Yes. Acura dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the interior trim piece of the a-pillar and if a bolt is missing it will be installed free of charge. Four vehicles were purchased before the stop-sale was issued and all the vehicles have been inspected and repaired if necessary.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 644 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.