Honda
Honda White Paint Lawsuit: Acura and Honda Owners Allege Peeling
Owners of 2013 and newer Acura MDX, Honda Odyssey, Pilot, Fit and HR-V models allege in a lawsuit that white paint peels. No payout yet. Follow the case.
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Eligibility
Who may qualify?
Check the covered dates, products, locations, and other official terms before you file.
- You bought or leased one of the affected vehicles: an Acura MDX, Honda Odyssey, Honda Pilot, Honda Fit, or Honda HR-V.
- Your vehicle is a model year 2013 or newer.
- Your vehicle has one of the affected white paint colors, such as White Diamond Pearl, Taffeta White, White Orchid Pearl, or Bellanova White.
Case overview
What is the Honda case about?
A group of Honda and Acura owners has filed suit against American Honda Motor Company Inc., alleging that certain vehicles from model year 2013 onward suffer from a paint defect affecting specific white finishes, including White Diamond Pearl, Taffeta White, White Orchid Pearl, and Bellanova White. The affected models reportedly include the Acura MDX, Honda Odyssey, Honda Pilot, Honda Fit, and Honda HR-V, with owners describing paint that peels, bubbles, and flakes over time.
According to the lawsuit, Honda was aware of the issue but never disclosed it to customers, leaving owners stuck either tolerating the damage or paying out of pocket for repainting. The plaintiffs' claims include fraudulent concealment, breach of warranty, and violations of consumer protection laws. They're seeking class action certification, damages, attorneys' fees, and a jury trial. Honda has pushed back in court, moving to dismiss some claims and, in at least one case, trying to force a plaintiff's dispute into private arbitration instead of litigation.
Case details
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- American Honda Motor Company Inc.
Questions people ask
Frequently asked questions
Who qualifies for the Honda case?
Key eligibility criteria include: You bought or leased one of the affected vehicles: an Acura MDX, Honda Odyssey, Honda Pilot, Honda Fit, or Honda HR-V; Your vehicle is a model year 2013 or newer; Your vehicle has one of the affected white paint colors, such as White Diamond Pearl, Taffeta White, White Orchid Pearl, or Bellanova White. Always confirm the details with the sources on this page.
Is the Honda case a settlement?
No. This is a lawsuit that has not been resolved, and no court has approved a settlement, so there is no settlement fund or official claim form. Be cautious of any site asking you to file or pay for it today.
Is the Honda case open?
No claim process is open, because there is no settlement. TapClaim monitors the case for updates.
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- Listing verificationLast checked Nov 2, 2026
