Recall 18V599 affects 793 2017 Acura Nsx vehicles for a center brake light defect. Repair is free at any franchised Acura dealer.
Acura is recalling 793 2017 Nsx vehicles because road vibrations can loosen metal screws that secure the printed circuit board for the high-mounted center brake light. If the fuse blows and the brake lights stop working, other drivers get less warning when the car slows, increasing crash risk; Acura dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The high mounted center brake light on the 2017 Acura Nsx is the brake light mounted high at the rear of the vehicle. It uses a printed circuit board, which is a small electrical panel that routes power when you press the brake pedal. That light works with the other brake lights to signal braking to traffic behind you.
On affected vehicles, normal road vibration can loosen the metal screws that hold that circuit board inside the light assembly. The screws can shift far enough to touch the electrical circuitry. When the brake pedal is pressed, that contact can short the circuit and blow the brake light fuse, leaving the brake lights not working.
The warning signs are visible inside the car. Multiple warning indicators will appear on the instrument panel after the brake light failure. Once the vehicle is turned off after the fuse blows, it cannot be restarted.
Who's affected?
Brake lights and wiring are listed as related parts of the same NSX repair concern.
| 2017 Acura Nsx | Brake lights |
|---|---|
| 2017 Acura Nsx | wiring |
| Units affected | 793 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific coupe.
What's the safety risk?
If your brake lights fail, drivers behind you have less warning when you slow or stop, increasing the risk of a crash. Watch for brake light warnings in the instrument panel. Once the vehicle is turned off after the fuse blows, it cannot be restarted. Repair is free at any franchised Acura dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Acura Nsx is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Acura dealer to schedule the free center high mount brake light replacement that fixes the loose-screw brake-light fuse problem.
- Bring the recall notice if Acura mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V599 when you call.
- Avoid driving the car if the brake lights stop working; ask the Acura dealer whether towing is needed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Acura technician replaces the center high mount brake light assembly covered by recall 18V599. The repair addresses the screws and circuit board issue that can blow the brake light fuse and leave the brake lights inoperative. Replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. A general reimbursement plan is on file for this campaign, so Acura can review documented out-of-pocket repairs for the same brake light condition. Bring prior repair orders and payment records to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 7, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 8, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| September 8, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 2, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 6, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V599?
Recall 18V599 covers 793 2017 Acura Nsx vehicles with a center high mount brake light defect. Road vibration can loosen screws on the printed circuit board, blow the brake light fuse, and leave the brake lights inoperative. Acura dealers will replace the brake light for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Acura Nsx is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 2017 Acura Nsx is included in recall 18V599. If it is, contact a franchised Acura dealer to schedule the center high mount brake light replacement. Reference recall number 18V599 when you call. The 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 will replace the center high mount brake light free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for vehicles included in recall 18V599.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the brake lights stop working. If following drivers cannot see when the Acura Nsx is braking, crash risk increases. The recall repair replaces the affected center high mount brake light, and Acura began the recall on November 2, 2018.
What if I bought my Acura Nsx used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Acura Nsx is included, then call a franchised Acura dealer and reference recall 18V599.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V599000 |
|---|---|
| Acura customer service | 1-844-682-2872 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V599 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V599000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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