Genera Headlamp Assembly — Exterior lighting: headlights
Published September 2, 2014 · Recall initiated: September 2, 2014
Summary
NHTSA records recall 14E058000, published September 2, 2014. Recalling firm: Genera Corporation; Genera Headlamp Assembly — Exterior lighting: headlights.
What's the hazard
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."
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- GENERA
- Model
- HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY
- Manufacturer
- Genera Corporation
- Lot
- GENERA HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY | TYC HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Genera Headlamp Assembly — Exterior lighting: headlights recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 14E058000 on September 2, 2014. Reported hazard: 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."
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: GENERA. Model: HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY.