Defect Description For Recall
Genera Corporation (Genera) Is Recalling Certain Model TYC And Genera Aftermarket Replacement Driver-Side (Part Number 20-9328-00) And Passenger-Side (Part Number 20-9327-00) Headlamp Assemblies Manufactured May 7, 2013, To August 31, 2014 For Use On 2013-2014 Acura ILX Vehicles. Excessive Heat Temperatures Around The Headlight Bulb And Reflector Unit May Diminish The Output Of The Headlight And Cause Smoke, Melting, And Fire. Thus, These Vehicles Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, “Lamps, RefleCTIve Devices, And Associated Equipment.”
Make Of Vehicle
TYC
Model Of Vehicle
HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
14E058000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
Effect Of Defect
The Diminished Light Output May Decrease The Driver’S Visibility, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash. Additonally, The Excessive Heat Coming From Around The Bulb And Reflector Could Cause The Headlights To Overheat, Increasing The Risk Of A Fire.
Fix Defect
Genera Will Notify Distributors And Distributors Will Attempt To Identify Owners That Purchased The Affected Headlamp Assemblies. Owners Will Be Reimbursed Upon Return Of The DefeCTIve Assembly. Genera Notified Its Distributors On August 22, 2014. Owners May Contact Genera Customer Service At 1-888-963-9888.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Genera Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20130507
End Of Manufacture
20140831
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
190
Date Owners Notified
20140822
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Genera Corporation
Date Report Received
20140902
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
108