Acura MDX 2014–2020 problems by year and mileage
3rd generation (YD3)
NHTSA data through 18 October 20261,484 complaints, 579 with mileageMethod
Which year is yours? Tap it to see what breaks on it.
The 2014 Acura MDX
Close- Median failure report
- 23,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 172
- Recalls naming this year
- 8
Most reported on the 2014
- Steering38 reports
- Electrical system27 reports
- Transmission and driveline27 reports
Recall areas Suspension — rear · Interior lighting · Fuel system, gasoline — delivery
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2015 Acura MDX
Close- Median failure report
- 23,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 71
- Recalls naming this year
- 8
Most reported on the 2015
- Electrical system15 reports
- Problems owners could not categorise14 reports
- Transmission and driveline12 reports
Recall areas Suspension — rear · Interior lighting · Fuel system, gasoline — delivery
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2016 Acura MDX
Close- Median failure report
- 38,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 376
- Recalls naming this year
- 7
† This median likely runs low (why).
Most reported on the 2016
- Engine162 reports · median 60,000 mi
- Transmission and driveline112 reports · median 31,000 mi
- Problems owners could not categorise40 reports
Recall areas Suspension — rear · Interior lighting · Fuel system, gasoline — delivery
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2017 Acura MDX
Close- Median failure report
- 35,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 268
- Recalls naming this year
- 9
† This median likely runs low (why).
Most reported on the 2017
- Engine80 reports
- Transmission and driveline69 reports · median 30,000 mi
- Electrical system48 reports
Recall areas Suspension — rear · Air bags — sensor · Interior lighting
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2018 Acura MDX
Close- Median failure report
- 35,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 170
- Recalls naming this year
- 10
† This median likely runs low (why).
Most reported on the 2018
- Engine35 reports
- Electrical system28 reports
- Fuel and propulsion system28 reports
Recall areas Suspension — rear · Air bags — sensor · Interior lighting
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2019 Acura MDX
Close- Median failure report
- 21,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 198
- Recalls naming this year
- 9
† This median likely runs low (why).
Most reported on the 2019
- Engine48 reports
- Electrical system41 reports
- Transmission and driveline32 reports
Recall areas Suspension — rear · Air bags — sensor · Interior lighting
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2020 Acura MDX
Close- Median failure report
- 44,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 229
- Recalls naming this year
- 8
Most reported on the 2020
- Engine85 reports
- Electrical system41 reports
- Problems owners could not categorise39 reports
Recall areas Suspension — rear · Air bags — sensor · Interior lighting
Check the VIN at NHTSA
Tiles: each year’s median failure mileage. † Median likely runs low (complaints filed after 2020). Latest: the 2020; earliest: the 2019, and the 2019 is 1 year older (part of the gap is age).
The short answer
“Is the 2014–2020 Acura MDX reliable?”
- Median of reported failures
- 32,000 mi
- 90% of reports came by
- 109,000 mi
- Reports with mileage
- 579
- Recalls
- 19
At least 40% of this generation’s complaints came after 2020, so its median likely runs low (why).
Most reported
- Engine29.9% of complaints · median 44,000 mi
- Transmission and driveline20.0% of complaints · median 31,000 mi
- Electrical system16.0% of complaints · median 24,000 mi
Documented problems
Owners filed 1,484 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014–2020 Acura MDX; the engine leads with 29.9% of them, and half of the 579 that record an odometer reading came by 32,000 miles — complaints, not a failure rate.
31% of complaints that record mileage fall within the first 12,000 miles, against 3.9 reports per 1,000 miles between 20,000 and 80,000. Failures clustered that early usually indicate a design or manufacturing problem rather than wear.
Before-you-buy checklist ↓At your mileage ↓Check this VIN — NHTSA ↗
How many miles does a 2014–2020 Acura MDX last?
On the 2014–2020 Acura MDX, half of the 579 complaints that record an odometer reading were filed by 32,000 miles and 90% by 109,000 miles (why that is not a lifespan).
22 reports came in past 150,000 miles and 6 past 200,000 — each one proof that a MDX reached that mileage, not that it failed there.
Figure 1 · Acura MDX 2014–2020 · 579 reports with mileage
Mileage at failure
10,000-mile bins, 0 to 200,000 miles, linear scale; tallest bar 150 complaints
- First 12,000 miles — 31% of all failures
- Rest of the range
- Median
- 200,000+ — 6 complaints (1.0%), plotted separately
- 10%
- 1,500
- 25%
- 8,500
- Median
- 32,000
- 75%
- 66,000
- 90%
- 109,000
Show the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0–10,000 | 150 | 25.9% |
| 10,000–20,000 | 82 | 14.2% |
| 20,000–30,000 | 48 | 8.3% |
| 30,000–40,000 | 47 | 8.1% |
| 40,000–50,000 | 51 | 8.8% |
| 50,000–60,000 | 30 | 5.2% |
| 60,000–70,000 | 35 | 6.0% |
| 70,000–80,000 | 25 | 4.3% |
| 80,000–90,000 | 21 | 3.6% |
| 90,000–100,000 | 22 | 3.8% |
| 100,000–110,000 | 12 | 2.1% |
| 110,000–120,000 | 6 | 1.0% |
| 120,000–130,000 | 11 | 1.9% |
| 130,000–140,000 | 10 | 1.7% |
| 140,000–150,000 | 7 | 1.2% |
| 150,000–160,000 | 8 | 1.4% |
| 160,000–170,000 | 4 | 0.7% |
| 170,000–180,000 | 1 | 0.2% |
| 180,000–190,000 | 2 | 0.3% |
| 190,000–200,000 | 1 | 0.2% |
| 200,000+ | 6 | 1.0% |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.
Common MDX problems, and when they happen
Figure 2 · Acura MDX 2014–2020
When each system fails
Bar: middle half of reports · notch: median · proportional (log) scale (how to read it)
- Problems owners could not categorise182 reportsmedian 12,000middle half 4,000–40,000
- Throttle and speed control101 reportsmedian 20,000middle half 5,000–43,000
- Electrical system237 reportsmedian 24,000middle half 8,000–48,000
- Transmission and driveline297 reportsmedian 31,000middle half 11,000–57,000
- Forward collision avoidance133 reportsmedian 42,000middle half 22,000–65,000
- Fuel and propulsion system127 reportsmedian 42,000middle half 12,000–64,000
- Engine443 reportsmedian 44,000middle half 13,000–86,000
- Your odometer, once entered below
Ordered by median mileage, earliest first.
All systems in a table
| System | Complaints | Share | Median | 25–75% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 443 | 29.9% | 44,000 | 13,000–86,000 |
| Transmission and driveline | 297 | 20.0% | 31,000 | 11,000–57,000 |
| Electrical system | 237 | 16.0% | 24,000 | 8,000–48,000 |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 182 | 12.3% | 12,000 | 4,000–40,000 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 133 | 9.0% | 42,000 | 22,000–65,000 |
| Fuel and propulsion system | 127 | 8.6% | 42,000 | 12,000–64,000 |
| Throttle and speed control | 101 | 6.8% | 20,000 | 5,000–43,000 |
| Brakes | 97 | 6.5% | 12,000 | 3,500–27,000 |
| Engine and its cooling system | 96 | 6.5% | 87,000 | 60,000–120,000 |
| Lane departure | 87 | 5.9% | — | — |
Known problems with the 2014–2020 MDX
Transmission — ZF 9-speed Automatic 2016–2017
Harsh and erratic shifting, hesitation and delayed engagement in the first years of the ZF 9HP application, addressed through successive transmission control software updates. 2016 is the problem year; by 2017-2020 most calibration fixes were in place.
Engine — Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) 2014–2020
VCM-driven oil consumption and spark plug fouling continue from the previous generation, though better understood and more often mitigated by owners in later model years.
Before you buy a 2014–2020 MDX: the 3-minute check
Generated from 579 mileage-tagged complaints, 19 recall campaigns, 2 documented problem areas.
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 19 campaigns cover this generation.
- Ask for problems owners could not categorise repair records. Reports on this area come at a median of 12,000 miles — on any car this age it already happened or never will; the question is whether it was fixed under warranty.
- Check transmission — ZF 9-speed automatic on 2016–2017 primarily cars. What each looks like: Known problems.
- Check engine — variable cylinder management (VCM) on 2014–2020 cars.
- Years differ here: from 71 to 376 complaints a year — compare them by model year.
- End with a pre-purchase inspection of this car.
MDX problems by mileage: where your car sits
Type your odometer, or read the table.
| System | Middle half of reports, mi | At 60k mi70% below | At 90k mi84% below | At 120k mi91% below | At 150k mi96% below | At 200k mi99% below |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13,000–86,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Transmission and driveline | 11,000–57,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Electrical system | 8,000–48,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 4,000–40,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Forward collision avoidance | 22,000–65,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Fuel and propulsion system | 12,000–64,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Throttle and speed control | 5,000–43,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
Figure 3 · Acura MDX 2014–2020 · 579 reports with mileage
Share of reports below each mileage
Steps at bin edges (how to read it)
- 60,000 mi — 70% of reports below
- 90,000 mi — 84% of reports below
- 120,000 mi — 91% of reports below
- 150,000 mi — 96% of reports below
- 200,000 mi — 99% of reports below
- Median (the 50% line)
- Your odometer, once entered
Linear axis, same as Figure 1.
2014–2020 Acura MDX recalls (19)
NHTSA records 19 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation (what a recall is).
The campaigns cluster around the fuel system (4), the airbag system (2), the engine and its cooling system (2) (why one area can repeat).
Jun 2026 · 2014–2020 · SuspensionFailure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and…
The defect. American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles that were sold in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine…
What can happen. Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect the rear subframe and install a rear subframe reinforcement kit and, as necessary, repair or replace the rear subframe components, free of charge. Interim letters notifying…
May 2026 · 2017–2020 · Air BagsAir bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V…
What can happen. Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for…
Apr 2025 · 2014–2020 · Interior LightingVehicle lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles. Moisture may enter the tailgate lid light assembly and wiring harness, which can cause the interior and exterior lights to fail, including the lid lights, position lights…
What can happen. Vehicle lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect the wiring and install a fuse harness, replace the lid light, and repair the body dust sealer, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2025.…
Feb 2024 · 2020 · Air BagsAn air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020…
What can happen. An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at…
Dec 2023 · 2014–2020 · Fuel System, GasolineFuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda…
What can happen. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall…
Nov 2023 · 2016–2020 · Engine and Engine CoolingA damaged engine may run improperly or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury.
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Acura TLX, 2016-2020 Acura MDX, 2016 and 2018-2019 Pilot, 2017 and 2019 Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear…
What can happen. A damaged engine may run improperly or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 28, 2024. 2016-2017 Acura MDX owner letters were mailed November 1, 2024.…
Jun 2023 · 2020 · Service Brakes, HydraulicBrake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport, 2021-2022 Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles. The tie rod fastener that connects the brake booster and the brake master cylinder may have been…
What can happen. Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at…
Mar 2021 · 2019–2020 · Fuel System, GasolineFuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit…
What can happen. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note…
Apr 2019 · 2018–2019 · Engine and Engine CoolingTeeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
What can happen. Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
The free fix. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected…
Mar 2019 · 2014–2019 · Exterior LightingLoss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Acura MDX and 2017-2019 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid vehicles. Moisture may enter the tailgate lid lights, possibly causing a loss of the tailgate lid lights and the taillights.
What can happen. Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
The free fix. Acura will notify owners, and dealers will modify the tailgate lid lights and install updated gaskets and a wiring sub-harness or will replace both tailgate lid lights. The repairs will be performed…
Jan 2019 · 2016–2018 · Fuel System, OtherReduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its…
What can happen. Reduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
The free fix. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019.…
Nov 2018 · 2017–2019 · Service Brakes, HydraulicA reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura MDX, 2017-2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda HR-V and Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas…
What can happen. A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's…
Apr 2018 · 2018 · SeatsIn the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the floor, the seat occupant has an increased…
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles and 2018 Acura MDX vehicles. The front driver and passenger powered seats in the Honda vehicles and the driver powered seats in the Acura vehicles may have been…
What can happen. In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the floor, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
The free fix. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver seat frame assembly in Acura MDX vehicles, and replace the driver and front passenger seat slide rail frames in Honda Pilot and Ridgeline…
Jun 2017 · 2017 · Fuel System, GasolineThe misrouting can cause the hoses to be damaged from contact with other components, potentially resulting in…
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid vehicles. The affected vehicles have an engine fuel feed hose and a fuel purge hose that may have been misrouted during vehicle assembly.
What can happen. The misrouting can cause the hoses to be damaged from contact with other components, potentially resulting in a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a…
The free fix. Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the fuel feed hose and the fuel purge hose. If misrouted, the hoses will be replaced and installed correctly, free of charge. The…
Jun 2016 · 2015–2016 · Fuel System, GasolineA fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015 Acura MDX 2WD and MDX 4WD vehicles, 2016 Acura MDX 4WD vehicles, 2015-2016 Honda Odyssey vehicles, and 2016 Honda Pilot 2WD and 4WD vehicles. The affected vehicles have fuel tanks that were…
What can happen. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
The free fix. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks, free of charge. Owners may contact Honda/Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. The recall began on July 29, 2016. Honda's…
Jul 2015 · 2014–2015 · EquipmentIf a bolt was not coated, it may corrode and break as a result.
The defect. American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX and MDX AWD vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to December 16, 2014. The affected vehicles have air conditioning compressor clutch drive bolts that may not have received…
What can happen. If a bolt was not coated, it may corrode and break as a result. If the bolt breaks, the compressor clutch plate may separate from the vehicle, possibly becoming a road hazard.
The free fix. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air conditioning compressor clutch drive bolt and install a new clutch plate if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2015.…
May 2015 · 2014–2015 · Forward Collision AvoidanceIf the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX 2WD and AWD, RLX and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) may incorrectly interpret certain roadside…
What can happen. If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The free fix. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the CMBS software, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's numbers for…
Oct 2014 · 2014–2015 · Seat BeltsA seatbelt that does not function increases the risk of injury in a crash.
The defect. American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to August 25, 2014, and 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to November 25, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the…
What can happen. A seatbelt that does not function increases the risk of injury in a crash.
The free fix. Honda has notified owners, and dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact Acura customer service at…
Nov 2013 · 2014 · Power TrainIf the drive shaft detaches while driving it could cause excessive noise and possibly damage the vehicle…
The defect. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Acura MDX AWD vehicles manufactured May 6, 2013, through October 14, 2013. The bolts that attach the drive shaft to the automatic transmission transfer assembly may not have been…
What can happen. If the drive shaft detaches while driving it could cause excessive noise and possibly damage the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the drive shaft attaching bolts as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at…
Crashes, fires and injuries owners reported
Out of 1,484 complaints against this generation, owners also reported:
- Crashes
- 44 (3.0%)
- Fires
- 21
- Injury reports
- 24
- Fatality reports
- 0
MDX problems by model year
The 2016 drew the most complaints of this generation, 376, most of them about the engine, and the 2015 the fewest, 71. A typical year drew about 198.
| Year | Complaints | With mileage | Median miles | Most reported | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 172 | 115 | 23,000 | Steering (38) | 8 |
| 2015 | 71 | 51 | 23,000 | Electrical system (15) | 8 |
| 2016 | 376 | 174 | 38,000† | Engine (162) | 7 |
| 2017 | 268 | 103 | 35,000† | Engine (80) | 9 |
| 2018 | 170 | 42 | 35,000† | Engine (35) | 10 |
| 2019 | 198 | 54 | 21,000† | Engine (48) | 9 |
| 2020 | 229 | 40 | 44,000 | Engine (85) | 8 |
What MDX owners reported
The contact owns a 2020 Acura MDX. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under Technical Service Bulletins: 22-009, 22-024, and 23-002; however, the failure persisted following the repairs. The contact stated that while stopped at an intersection, the engine failed to restart after the Auto…
2020 · 70,000 miles · Engine and its cooling system
The contact owns a 2017 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving, the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), brake, and Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) warning lights were intermittently illuminated. The contact associated the failure with the brake pads, which had not been replaced since the vehicle was purchased…
2017 · 60,000 miles · Electrical system
The contact owns a 2014 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving 2 MPH on a slight decline, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle started shuddering until the vehicle stalled. The battery warning light was temporarily illuminated. The contact stopped the vehicle, shifted to park(P), and depressed…
2014 · 160,000 miles · Fuel system
The contact owns a 2018 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power but was able to restart. On another occasion, while the contact's husband was driving 10 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power in the middle of the highway. The vehicle was unable to restart…
2018 · 136,000 miles · Fuel system
Built from 579 NHTSA complaints with mileage · snapshot 2026-10-20 · open data · how it is built
Other MDX generations
- MDX 2001–2006 822 reports with mileage, most about the transmission and driveline
- MDX 2007–2013 301 reports with mileage, most about the electrical system