lainezki

Hi Everyone,

I have and 07 MDX that i just purchase. I noticed the grille had some bubble with it. I'm thinking of painting it but has anyone painted thier grille and took the aluminum textured part out?

I just wanted to know if it's easy to remove. If not, I might just have to buy a new grille.

Thanks

Acura_MD

I noticed that on my 2007 as well... It's ridiculous. Maybe there is rusting underneath and we can get it fixed under the rust warranty?

Nexson

When I paint grilles, I sand it completly down then seal with an epoxy primer to prevent future problems and prevent rock chipping.

lainezki

Did you remove the foil like coating?

lainezki

I wish Acura had a recall for this. It's annoying knowing that is a known issue for the 07-09 MDX and they don't do anything about it.

Acura_MD

I plan on contacting Acura Customer Relations department on this matter. I've owned 4 Acuras (3 currently) and I find this completely unacceptable. The 07 MDX's fit and finish is horrible compared to the 2003 that I owned for 8 years. There are loose plastic pieces, moldings, etc all over the car. Didn't fully realize this until I did a thorough interior detailing (I wasn't the primary driver of the 2007). Makes me somewhat regret buying the 2011, hopefully they have fixed all those problems since the first new model run.

lainezki

Keep me posted. I never had any problems with my 2006 TSX. I've seen some other loose parts on mine too. Headlamps on the driver side pops out a little bit. Checked the Screws and Taps and everything seems to be in place. I will take out the fender cover and see if therre's something loose on the bottom.

hybridTL

i just ended up changing mine. it was simple. $150 at the dealer..

lainezki

I think I might just end up doing the same. Maybe experiment on the old grille. I found one online for $140.

Fabvsix

Mine was changed under warranty this past December for ZERO dollars. There IS a TSB on this announced in 2008 I believe. No RECALL is needed as this doesn't warrant HARM for human beings.....RECALL's are ONLY issued if there is potenal for DEATH.....This grill is pure cosmetics related......

lainezki

Unforunately, I am ou of the factory waranty. Thanks for the heads-up.

Fabvsix

I was out of warranty also.....learn to be firm but nice about it....you may be surprised...

lainezki

Oh good to know. I'll hit my dealer up and see what they say.

Fabvsix

mention there is a TSB about the peeling grills on the early 07-08 models.....and shut your mouth with a firm look in their eyes..... and they can do a "one time warranty" ...I forget the term....(Long day). Good luck....

lainezki

Nice tip. I'm going there tomorrow.

Acura_MD

Thanks Fabvsix!! I remember you from the .org days!! Long time buddy! I was "black-bling-mdx" on there. Not sure if you remember. Good to see you're still around and still own an Acura!

Fabvsix

Good will warranty is the term...

Acura MD: yes I remember you well.....I've been on these sites since day one and remain an Acura die hard fan.......FAB backwards: BLACK ACURA FREAK.....:t omato: Aren't you back East?