Recall 10V145 affects 1,854 2010 Acura Zdx vehicles because dashboard scoring can block front passenger airbag deployment. Repair is free at any franchised Acura dealer.
Acura is recalling 1,854 2010 Zdx passenger cars under recall 10V145 because the dashboard covering material was not properly laser scored for complete front passenger airbag deployment. In a crash, the airbag will not deploy properly and injury risk increases; the Acura dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The passenger-side dashboard cover in the 2010 Acura Zdx sits above the front passenger SRS airbag. SRS means supplemental restraint system, the airbag system that works with the seat belt during a crash. The cover is supposed to have a hidden laser-scored seam so the panel splits open cleanly when the airbag deploys.
On affected Zdx cars, that dashboard covering material was not laser scored correctly during manufacturing. If the front passenger airbag deploys, the cover can resist opening instead of splitting fully. That interference can keep the airbag from coming out as designed, which leaves the passenger with less protection than the system was built to provide.
There is no warning sign before failure. The dashboard looks normal from the cabin, and the issue only shows up when the passenger airbag needs to deploy.
Who's affected?
| 2010 Acura Zdx | air bag system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1,854 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If a crash happens, the airbag will not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury. This is a crash-protection defect, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the dealer inspection soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Acura dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Acura Zdx is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Acura dealer to ask about the dashboard-covering-material inspection and free replacement if the material blocks proper front passenger SRS airbag deployment.
- Reference recall number 10V145 when you call Acura or the dealer.
- Bring the owner letter if Acura sent one, and ask the dealer to document the air bag recall inspection on the repair order.
- Use the front passenger seat with caution until the inspection is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Acura technician inspects the dashboard covering material around the front passenger SRS airbag area. If the covering material was not properly scored, the dealer replaces the affected dashboard covering material so the passenger airbag can deploy as designed. The dealer repair will be free once Acura has it available for your VIN. Ask the Acura service desk to confirm parts and recall availability before arranging the visit.
Timeline
| April 12, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 21, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V145?
Recall 10V145 covers 1,854 2010 Acura Zdx passenger cars with dashboard covering material that was not laser scored correctly for the front passenger SRS air bag. In a crash, the air bag will not deploy properly, increasing injury risk. Acura dealers inspect and replace the dashboard covering material for free if needed.
What should I do if my 2010 Acura Zdx is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Acura Zdx is included in recall 10V145. If it is, contact a franchised Acura dealer to schedule the dashboard inspection. Reference recall number 10V145 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Acura dealers inspect the dashboard covering material and replace it if needed free of charge. Acura Client Services is listed at 1-800-382-2238 for recall questions.
Is it safe to drive my Acura Zdx with this air bag recall?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive instruction. The safety risk is in a crash: the front passenger air bag will not deploy properly, increasing injury risk. Check your VIN and schedule the free dashboard inspection and replacement, if needed, with an Acura dealer.
What if I bought my Acura Zdx used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you never received the owner notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2010 Acura Zdx is included, then contact a franchised Acura dealer and reference recall 10V145.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V145000 |
|---|---|
| Acura customer service | 1-800-382-2238 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V145 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V145000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →