2025 Acura MDX Video Screen Recall (25V032)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 9,221 vehicles · Reported January 23, 2025
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling 9,221 2025 Acura MDX vehicles. The touchscreen in the center console may go blank, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility." A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 25V032 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V032000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | RKZ |
| Date reported to NHTSA | January 23, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Vehicles | 2025 Acura MDX |
| Units affected | 9,221 |
| Build dates | October 26, 2023 to December 13, 2024 |
| Component | Equipment > Electrical > Infotainment > Video (Touch)Screen / Monitor / Unit |
| Safety risk | A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2025 Acura MDX in recall 25V032?
The touchscreen in the center console may go blank, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Acura MDX vehicles. The touchscreen in the center console may go blank, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Is it safe to drive a 2025 MDX with recall 25V032?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your MDX shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the video screen and monitor and unit, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V032?
Recall 25V032 covers 9,221 vehicles: 2025 Acura MDX.
NHTSA lists 9,221 vehicles in this campaign, built October 26, 2023 to December 13, 2024. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Acura | MDX |
What is the fix for the MDX video screen recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the center information display unit, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the center information display unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is RKZ.
When was recall 25V032 announced?
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported recall 25V032 to NHTSA on January 23, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as March 3, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| October 26, 2023 | First affected vehicle built (per Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)'s filing). |
| December 13, 2024 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| January 23, 2025 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V032000. |
| March 3, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 20 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 414 days. If your MDX was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my MDX is part of recall 25V032?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V032 is open on your MDX, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2025 MDX vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should MDX owners do about recall 25V032?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 25V032000 applies to your MDX.
- Call a Acura dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any video screen and monitor and unit symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are MDX owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 107 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 50 of them about the electrical system.
Since recall 25V032 was reported on January 23, 2025, owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 15 of them (30%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the electrical system and were received on or after January 23, 2025, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related electrical system issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 107 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 50 of them involve the electrical system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2025 Acura MDX: 107 complaints in total, 50 about the electrical system
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The car sometimes brakes on its own, and sometimes it brakes more or less than normal. Also, sometimes when I try to turn it on, it struggles to do so.
2025 Acura MDX owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11675459, filed July 22, 2025
While driving in traffic, my vehicle suddenly shut down without warning. The engine stalled, and I lost power to steering and braking, creating a serious safety risk for myself and other drivers around me. The problem has occurred more than three time.
2025 Acura MDX owner, NY, NHTSA complaint 11684351, filed September 1, 2025
When driving and the stopping the auto start/stop feature does not rengage and the car places itself in park and becomes disabled and difficult to restart.
2025 Acura MDX owner, NJ, NHTSA complaint 11689185, filed September 23, 2025
Can recall 25V032 make my MDX a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 25V032000 does not automatically make your MDX a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Intermittent electrical problems are a frequent source of repeat repair visits: the dealer cannot reproduce the fault, the owner brings the 2025 Acura MDX back, and the problem shows up again.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2025 Acura MDX has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the MDX went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 25V032
Did the recall 25V032 fix work?
Since recall 25V032 was reported on January 23, 2025, owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 15 of them (30%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed March 3, 2025.
Is the 25V032000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my MDX is part of recall 25V032000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 25V032000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Acura. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.