07 Grille Bubbling....

HBMDXDUDE · 01-03-2009, 10:20 PM

The metallic foil-type substance on the grille of my 07 MDX is bubbling up big time. Anyone else?

dj-mdx2 · 01-03-2009, 11:10 PM

Yes, other owners have posted on this. Dealer replacement is your best solution, other than painting it a different color.

craniotes · 01-03-2009, 11:14 PM

There was a design defect in the 2007 grilles which would cause the bubbling that you're currently experiencing, as well as discoloration (bronzing). Just bring it in at your next service and they'll replace it with a newer, updated one, no questions asked. At least that's what they did with mine, and after a year it still looks new.

Regards,
Adam

HBMDXDUDE · 01-04-2009, 01:17 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by craniotes
There was a design defect in the 2007 grilles which would cause the bubbling that you're currently experiencing, as well as discoloration (bronzing). Just bring it in at your next service and they'll replace it with a newer, updated one, no questions asked. At least that's what they did with mine, and after a year it still looks new.

Regards,
Adam

Well, unfortunately I'm outside warranty on my 2007 MDX. However, Acura did step up and offer some significant assistance.

Needsdecaf · 01-04-2009, 03:40 PM

Add me to this list.

Washed the car this afternoon and found that the upper grille had bubbled all along the lower edge.

Time to set up an appointment.

Sergio · 01-04-2009, 09:55 PM

Step up??? Did they charge you or replaced it for free?

I'm in same situation and what to be able to discuss this issue with service rep on next appointment.

Thanks...
Sergio

Quote:

Originally posted by HBMDXDUDE

Well, unfortunately I'm outside warranty on my 2007 MDX. However, Acura did step up and offer some significant assistance.

acurrate · 01-04-2009, 11:43 PM

It's happening on my 08 too. Haven't been to the dealer yet.

craniotes · 01-05-2009, 05:45 AM

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Originally posted by acurrate
It's happening on my 08 too. Haven't been to the dealer yet.

Well that's not good... I'm going to have to keep an eye on mine going forward.

Regards,
Adam

RipRocK · 01-05-2009, 06:14 AM

There's no TSB released on this issue by Acura?

sigp228 · 01-06-2009, 02:13 AM

I have not seen a TSB on it but it happened to my 07 after about 6 months. They replaced it no problem. I would think if you make a big enough stink w/ your dealer in a nice way, they will get approval for a goodwill repair since this is appearing to be a more common issue. I am sure it was a problem with the vendor so Acura is probably not paying for the whole thing.

Hodog16 · 01-06-2009, 08:08 AM

I would hope that Acura would replace for free anything that is due to a "design defect", even out of warranty.

I doubt it, but I wonder if the new 2010 grille would be plug and play. I imagine they'd tweak the outline of that and the headlights but we'll see.

adr5 · 01-08-2009, 11:33 AM

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Originally posted by HBMDXDUDE

Well, unfortunately I'm outside warranty on my 2007 MDX. However, Acura did step up and offer some significant assistance.

I thought the warranty was for 3 years. I need to check my paperwork again.

sigp228 · 01-08-2009, 08:15 PM

Warranty is 4 years OR 50k miles bumper to bumper and 7/70 on the powertrain. I would maybe do a poll on some Acura sites and see how many people have had the grill replaced. That should give you some ammunition with them that this is a more common problem and that it should be replaced under goodwill. Its clearly a manufacturing defect in materials or craftsmanship.

adr5 · 01-09-2009, 05:35 AM

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Originally posted by sigp228
Warranty is 4 years OR 50k miles bumper to bumper

I forgot about the mileage limit. We don't drive out MDX that much, about 8k miles a year. So I will get the full time before I hit the mileage limit.

jstwannaknow · 03-17-2009, 12:10 AM

Just noticed the bubbling on my grill this weekend too. I'll get this taken care of at my next service visit, cuz it's ugly.

01-03-2009, 10:20 PM	#1 (permalink)
HBMDXDUDE Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 44	07 Grille Bubbling.... The metallic foil-type substance on the grille of my 07 MDX is bubbling up big time. Anyone else?

01-03-2009, 11:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
dj-mdx2 Super Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 3,899	Yes, other owners have posted on this. Dealer replacement is your best solution, other than painting it a different color. __________________ "Fair enough. Now I drive real f...ing fast, so keep up. I get my Acura back any differently than when I gave it, Monster Joe's gonna be disposing of two bodies." -- Winston Wolf

01-03-2009, 11:14 PM	#3 (permalink)
craniotes Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Manhattan Posts: 1,034	There was a design defect in the 2007 grilles which would cause the bubbling that you're currently experiencing, as well as discoloration (bronzing). Just bring it in at your next service and they'll replace it with a newer, updated one, no questions asked. At least that's what they did with mine, and after a year it still looks new. Regards, Adam __________________ 2007 MDX Sport/Ent Billet Silver/Ebony Towing pkg. w/bike rack/roof rails/side steps/BSM/auto-dimming mirror/all-weather mats

01-04-2009, 03:40 PM	#5 (permalink)
Needsdecaf Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: HTHe Woodlands, TX Posts: 958	Add me to this list. Washed the car this afternoon and found that the upper grille had bubbled all along the lower edge. Time to set up an appointment. __________________ 2007 MDX Tech Billet Silver / Ebony Bone Stock! 2011 BMW 535i Sophisto Gray / Oyster Stock for now.

01-04-2009, 11:43 PM	#7 (permalink)
acurrate Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: 5 Boroughs, NYC Posts: 54	It's happening on my 08 too. Haven't been to the dealer yet. __________________ 2008 MDX Base Nimbus Gray/Ebony Cargo Cover

01-05-2009, 06:14 AM	#9 (permalink)
RipRocK Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmonton, AB. Canada, eh? Posts: 272	There's no TSB released on this issue by Acura?

01-06-2009, 02:13 AM	#10 (permalink)
sigp228 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Coral Springs, FL Posts: 278	I have not seen a TSB on it but it happened to my 07 after about 6 months. They replaced it no problem. I would think if you make a big enough stink w/ your dealer in a nice way, they will get approval for a goodwill repair since this is appearing to be a more common issue. I am sure it was a problem with the vendor so Acura is probably not paying for the whole thing. __________________ Previous was 07 Nimbus Gray/Taupe Tech/Ent 2nd Previous was 08 Sterling Gray/Taupe 3rd just sold was 11 Advance/Ent Palladium/Ebony Advance Running Boards Body Side Moldings Cargo Cover Door Edge Films Cargo Liner K&N Acura Trailer Package All Season Mats Trunk Liner Cargo Tray

01-06-2009, 08:08 AM	#11 (permalink)
Hodog16 Super Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 1,036	I would hope that Acura would replace for free anything that is due to a "design defect", even out of warranty. I doubt it, but I wonder if the new 2010 grille would be plug and play. I imagine they'd tweak the outline of that and the headlights but we'll see. __________________ 2008 MDX Technology Package + Power Tailgate / Steel Blue + Taupe / Since June 13, 2008 - 54,000+ Miles Sport Rims / 35% Tint / Full Size Spare / License Plate LEDs / Painted Bumpers 3M Paint Protection / USA Spec iPod Controller / Rear Clear Corners / Pirelli Scorpion Verde

01-08-2009, 08:15 PM	#13 (permalink)
sigp228 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Coral Springs, FL Posts: 278	Warranty is 4 years OR 50k miles bumper to bumper and 7/70 on the powertrain. I would maybe do a poll on some Acura sites and see how many people have had the grill replaced. That should give you some ammunition with them that this is a more common problem and that it should be replaced under goodwill. Its clearly a manufacturing defect in materials or craftsmanship. __________________ Previous was 07 Nimbus Gray/Taupe Tech/Ent 2nd Previous was 08 Sterling Gray/Taupe 3rd just sold was 11 Advance/Ent Palladium/Ebony Advance Running Boards Body Side Moldings Cargo Cover Door Edge Films Cargo Liner K&N Acura Trailer Package All Season Mats Trunk Liner Cargo Tray

03-17-2009, 12:10 AM	#15 (permalink)
jstwannaknow Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 27	Just noticed the bubbling on my grill this weekend too. I'll get this taken care of at my next service visit, cuz it's ugly. __________________ 2007 MDX Nimbus Gray/Taupe Sport Ent Sport Running Boards BSM Roof Rails

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