Q. Basic Introduction: Like hundreds of people all over the internet, my 2014 Acura RDX base model's low-beam headlights deteriorated to the point of being of no use while driving. Quite literally, without exaggeration, at night, I saw nothing but a faint glow on the street immediately in front of the car. Q. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The LOW BEAM headlights failed, becoming dim to the point of extreme danger. I had to literally avoid driving anywhere at night. And yes: I replaced the headlights with aftermarket replacements (not trusting the manufacturer), and I have the original headlights still in my possession. Q. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk" I was fortunate to be in a househould with more than one car, where I was able to simply never drive the car at night, other than occasions where we were out later than expected, and had to get home with virtually no usable low-beams. Other people who only had one car, who had no choice, and most commonly, people whose low-beams deteriorated so gradually that they didn't notice, are driving around all over America. We are all at risk. Q. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Many people in online communities have contacted dealers, but I personally did not, other than asking a service rep about it. In my case, the person either didn't know, or pretended they didn't know about the problem. Q. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? No. By avoiding driving it, having other cars, and being careful, there was no accident in my situation. Q. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear" None, other than finally realizing the low beam headlights were not of any use. I noticed in Summer 2020, at approx. 62,000 miles.

- Tampa, FL, USA

Headlights problems of the 2014 Acura RDX. Unable to see with headlights at night. I can't see the road. I have escaped couple of accidents luckily.

- Katy, TX, USA

Headlights are extremely dim - dangerous to drive at night. Reported issue to dealer, who cleaned the lens but problem persists.

- Wilton, CT, USA

Since I purchased my car in 2014 the headlights have dimmed tremendously. So much that my husband pulled the car to the side of the road the other night because he insisted the headlights were burnt out. I explained that they've been that way for a long time. We absolutely cannot drive my car at night because it's as if we have no headlights. I think this poses an extreme safety hazard.

- Madisonville, LA, USA

The diminished light output of the low beam headlights began to diminish visibility so significantly that it was reported to the dealer at 89,000 miles, in March 2020. The dealer response was "normal operation of the headlights compared to other RDX." The driver's visibility is now decreased to the point the visibility is like only the lo output driving lights are on. Hi beams have to be used when driving at night. This reduced output decreased driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash. Improper usage of high beams impacts oncoming vehicles, increasing the risk of a head on collision. I was driving on the Pennsylvania and Ohio turnpike last night for 5 hours in the rain and had to reduce speeds and drive with high beams on, causing a dangerous situation for myself and other drivers. I called Acura customer service and they indicated no recalls and no TSB. I referenced NHTSA Recall 14V323000 for Acura ILX, same issue, and they said NHTSA has not issued recalls on the 2014 RDX. Many driver threads report same issue.

- Whitmore Lake, MI, USA

The headlight reflector material has deteriorated causing headlight brightness to dim so much that they are not much brighter than the running lights. Makes night driving EXTREMELY dangerous. No warning lights. Has not cause me to crash yet, but have come close several times. At this point the car is essentially unusable at night. New bulbs don-??t make a difference. Entire headlight assemblies must be replaced. Dealer claims this is not a safety issue. Cost to repair is >$2,000. Internet search shows this is a very common problem for this year car likely due to the material used for the reflector not being compatible with the headlight temperature.

- Hockessin, DE, USA

The main halogen headlights are dim and do not project, making it very unsafe to drive at night. This has been an ongoing issue over the last five years with my car but now it is worse to where I can't even drive at night. The high beams work fine. Yes, the car is available for inspection. It is not an issue with the plastic cover over the headlights or the light bulbs. In multiple conversations with the dealer, there was some acknowledgement of the issue and the only solution is to replace the headlamp assembly for over $2000 which may not solve the issue. This problem has been reported online by many owners of the Acura 2013 -2015 RDXs and there have been no recalls for it. See and www. Carcomplaints for many complaints. It appears that the reflective coating in the headlamp deteriorates over time, causing the problem. See recall for the same problem in the 2013-2014 Acura ILX at https://hondanews.com/en-US/releases/statement-by-acura-regarding-headlight-recall-2014-2015-acura-rlx. There should be an immediate recall for the 2014 RDX. See Total number of problems by model year for Acura RDX 2021 RDX 22 2020 RDX 115 2019 RDX 202 there's a class action suit related to sudden deceleration and hesitation when accelerating for 2019 and 2020 RDXs. 2018 RDX 29 2017 RDX 47 2016 RDX 38 2015 RDX 109 2014 RDX 111 2013 RDX 84 Please notice the higher number of problems for 2013-2015 - headlamp issue 2012 RDX 18 2011 RDX 20 2010 RDX 25 2009 RDX 15 2008 RDX 37 2007 RDX

- Great Falls, VA, USA

Deteriorated low beam lighting, so bad that you almost cannot drive at night. Bulbs are new and lens isn-??t fogged. It seems on other models in the same year there was a recall due to deterioration of the headlights yet no recalls are open on my RDX.

- Charlottesville, VA, USA

Lights are so dim cannot drive at night without brights. Have replaced lights to brightest and had lenses professionally refinished with no help.

- Chelsea, AL, USA

The headlights are incredibly dim, I've replaced the actual bulb and that's not the problem there's something wrong with the housing and reading online it's a common problem, they are so bad the car can not be driven at night.

- Howell, NJ, USA

The headlights have become dim. The bulbs have been changed several times LED and HID and casing cleaned. In order to see at night we have to drive with high beams on. This has become dangerous for driving. We tried switching the light order but the high beams are too powerful and can cause danger to other drivers. The dealers says we have to replace the headlight assembly kit $2k. This is an issue that many people are having.

- Miami, FL, USA

the headlights are extremely dim, making it dangerous to drive at night. The bulbs have been replaced multiple times, but the lights remain dim. I literally am afraid to drive it at night. You can see in online forums that this is apparently common for the 2014 RDX, yet my car (and other) have not been included in any recall. This is a safety issue.

- Buffalo, NY, USA

The low beam headlights have become very dim and it is difficult to see at night. I have replaced the bulbs and it did not help.

- Clarks Summit , PA, USA

Front headlights are very dim. I-??m unable to drive long at night. I have to rely in the cars next to me to help light the road. Please fix this. There are many many complaints. I believe mine are getting dimmer. Correct this before there really is an accident.

- Fullerton, CA, USA

Headlights (low beams only) are very dim to the point where it is dangerous to drive at night. Can only see a few feet in front of me. Original headlights, both passenger and driver side have the same problem. Changing bulbs does not improve the brightness at all. Problem started about a year ago, and has quickly become much worse. Checking online, I found hundreds of posts from other owners of 2013-2015 Acura RDX that are experiencing the same exact problem.

- Miami, FL, USA

Unable to see with high or low beams at night. People flash their high beams at me meanwhile I can't see the road. I have 2 young children and I'm terrified driving at night replacing the bulbs doesn't work. Only thing I can find online says to replace the entire headlight because the reflective properties that headlights have wear down to nothing and eventually don't have the ability to reflect light and illuminate the roadway. That was my understanding of the issue. It's obvious that this is a safety hazard and should be a recall on the vehicle! how many people have to complain before this hazard is taken more seriously" does someone have to die in a car accident" this seems like a bit much and a lot of people being ignored! I bought this car around the middle of February and there hasn't been one night I've been able to see you while driving. If I went to the dealership at night to purchase the vehicle and had seen how horribly bad the lights were I would have never purchased it! Acura dealers really need to make this right and not wait for someone or someone else to be serverly injured to do something about a serious hazardous issue in their vehicles!

- Bluffton, SC, USA

The reflective coating that is supposed to illuminate your beams breaks down in a short time resulting in poor lighting of roadways at night. Honda had a recall, Acura may have used the same manufacturer. Replacing bulbs does not correct the problem. Appears to be same problem as NHTSA recall 14V323000 for Acura ilx. Help!~ I have approx. 88,000 miles on vehicle and use lights both daytime and night time - now can only use high beams at night.

- Suwanee, GA, USA

Headlights are dull and makes it are to see at night. Changed out bulbs but did not fix the problem. Contacted dealership and was told it is a known defect like issue with the reflectors/mirrors within the headlight and was told the whole headlight needs to be replaced. Over $2,000 but dealership would give a discount. If Acura is aware that the lights are so dem at night that drivers can not see clearly, this is a safety issue they should take care of. This is ongoing problem since ive owned the vehicle and has gotten worse through the years.

- Baton Rouge, LA, USA

Both driver and passenger low beam headlights illumination has decreased significantly to the point it is unsafe to drive at night. It does not provide proper lighting to illuminate road, road signs or other vehicles. The illumination does not change if vehicle is stationary or while driving. Veh. Has 80K miles and it appears its is a common problem with Acura of this year and model. Installed new bulbs and it is still too dim. Vehicles will flash their lights at me thinking I do not have my low beams on but I do they just suck. In my research, it appears that there is an issue with a reflective area inside the headlight assembly that affects the brightness of the bulbs. I believe this has been recalled on a another Acura model about the same age. I also understand that the only solution is to replace the entire headlight assembly which cost over a couple thousand each. The glass cover over the front of the headlight is also fogged or yellowed a bit with age but not concerning. I have noticed this problem since summer of 2020 but now it is to the point that I do not drive my car at night and have to borrow family members' vehicles due to my and others safety

- Meridianville, AL, USA

I started to go to work earlier in the morning while it's still dark. My lights don't seem to be working. I had the bulbs replaced a couple of days ago and it still not much of a difference. I pray every time I'm driving at night because I can't see a thing and don't want to get in an accident. I took it to the dealer and they recommended I change the headlights which will cost over $2,000. I am so frustrated with this and I don't know what else to do.

- Tamuning, GU, USA