2018 Acura MDX Problems & Owner Complaints

Engine 35 1 crash 2 fire 1 injury

“The contact owned a 2018 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in a garage there was a sudden odor of smoke. The contact stated upon discovering the smoke the contact noticed fumes and flames coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated the vehicle was unoccupied at the time of the fire. The fire was extinguished by the Fire Department however the vehicle was consumed by the fire. There was smoke damage to the home and there was damage to the driveway due to the fire. The contact's wife sustained emotional distress. A Fire Department report was filed. A Poli…”
NHTSA complaint #11584082, 2024 · fire · 1 injury(ies)

“In San Diego on 11/15/2021, my daughter side swiped a parked vehicle in residential area driving about 30 miles. No airbags deployed. A minute later the car stopped and would not start and started to have smoke and flames come from under hood and through inside windshield and dash. My daughter was able to get out and take her 3 year old son out of his carseat and run for their lives as the car completely became engulfed in flames.Thank God they made it out alive. Police and Fire department showed up. Car was a total loss, everything was burnt. One day the Acura MDX fires will take someone's li…”
NHTSA complaint #11442765, 2021 · crash · fire

“Transmission failed and light appeared. Speed reduced from 30 to 15. Acura stated they had to reset computer system and claimed when they started the car no lights shown and was able to reverse car. I was unable to reverse car, struggled and tugged feeling in the car. This is the 2nd time and they always repeat same solution no lights appeared and to reset system.”
NHTSA complaint #11749662, 2026

Fuel/Propulsion System 28 1 crash 2 fire

“In San Diego on 11/15/2021, my daughter side swiped a parked vehicle in residential area driving about 30 miles. No airbags deployed. A minute later the car stopped and would not start and started to have smoke and flames come from under hood and through inside windshield and dash. My daughter was able to get out and take her 3 year old son out of his carseat and run for their lives as the car completely became engulfed in flames.Thank God they made it out alive. Police and Fire department showed up. Car was a total loss, everything was burnt. One day the Acura MDX fires will take someone's li…”
NHTSA complaint #11442765, 2021 · crash · fire

“MY VEHICLE WAS PARKED UNDER MY CAR PORT IMMEDIATELY AFTER RETURNING FROM THE GROCERY STORE. AS I WAS UNLOADING THE CAR I SAW AND SMELLED SMOKE WHICH THEN ERUPTED INTO A FIRE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. WE CALLED 911 AND WHEN THE FD ARRIVED THE CAR WAS TOTALLY ENGULFED AS WAS MY BUILDING. SUSPECT FUEL LINE LEAK. INSURANCE COMPANY INVESTIGATING. FD SAYS ACURA MDX WAS CAUSE OF FIRE. DANGEROUS SITUATION AS NO PRIOR INDICATORS FROM VEHICLE, RECALLS, ETC.. PHOTOS AVAILABLE IF NEEDED. IF GONE UNNOTICED, ENTIRE STRUCTURE COULD HAVE BEEN LOST.”
NHTSA complaint #11318948, 2020 · fire

“I was merging into traffic on interstate. The car lagged as if it wasn't getting gas. I pulled over to get out of traffic. Scary situation. Please advise!”
NHTSA complaint #11725517, 2026

Electrical System 27 1 crash 2 fire

“In San Diego on 11/15/2021, my daughter side swiped a parked vehicle in residential area driving about 30 miles. No airbags deployed. A minute later the car stopped and would not start and started to have smoke and flames come from under hood and through inside windshield and dash. My daughter was able to get out and take her 3 year old son out of his carseat and run for their lives as the car completely became engulfed in flames.Thank God they made it out alive. Police and Fire department showed up. Car was a total loss, everything was burnt. One day the Acura MDX fires will take someone's li…”
NHTSA complaint #11442765, 2021 · crash · fire

“Fire under the hood of my 2018 MDX - caused by weak battery and overloaded starter. My car was parked in the garage right under my daughter’s bedroom. I pressed the "Start" button on the car and the dashboard started to flash on and off quickly and I heard clicking sounds and other swooshing noises. The car did NOT start but it seemed to keep trying over and over again. I pressed the start/off button repeatedly but the car did not shut off. My wife came out and asked what I was doing and she smelled and saw smoke coming from under my hood. She ran into the house and called 911. I popped the ho…”
NHTSA complaint #11564499, 2023 · fire

“Transmission failed and light appeared. Speed reduced from 30 to 15. Acura stated they had to reset computer system and claimed when they started the car no lights shown and was able to reverse car. I was unable to reverse car, struggled and tugged feeling in the car. This is the 2nd time and they always repeat same solution no lights appeared and to reset system.”
NHTSA complaint #11749662, 2026

Power Train 23

“Transmission failed and light appeared. Speed reduced from 30 to 15. Acura stated they had to reset computer system and claimed when they started the car no lights shown and was able to reverse car. I was unable to reverse car, struggled and tugged feeling in the car. This is the 2nd time and they always repeat same solution no lights appeared and to reset system.”
NHTSA complaint #11749662, 2026

“Driving my Acura MDX on the highway, I hear a noticeable engine whine as I accelerate, and it rises in pitch when I take my foot off the accelerator.”
NHTSA complaint #11748532, 2026

“I want to say that the engine or transmission is faulty. Sometimes while at a complete stop, the car will not advance and tries to stall or lose power. It takes about 2 or 3 seconds to finally go after I push the accelerator pedal almost 3/4 throttle. No it has not been reproduced at the dealer. I took it May of 2024 for the engine recall repair. They said that the repairs should fix the problem but it has maybe even worsened. No warning lamps appear when the problems happen.”
NHTSA complaint #11700212, 2025

Fuel System 22

“The contact owns a 2018 Acura MDX. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that occasionally while attempting to accelerate from a stop, the vehicle occasionally stalled while the accelerator pedal was depressed. No warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair…”
NHTSA complaint #11646043, 2024

“The contact owns a 2018 Acura MDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, parts to do the recall repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.”
NHTSA complaint #11633221, 2024

“The contact owns a 2018 Acura MDX. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V751000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) and 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.”
NHTSA complaint #11629899, 2024

Forward Collision Avoidance 20

“I am writing to report an urgent safety concern regarding my 2018 Acura MDX Tech SH-AWD. Upon starting the vehicle, all primary AcuraWatch driver-assist systems suffered a total failure. The center display continuously cycles through four warnings: Collision Mitigation System Problem Adaptive Cruise Control Problem Lane Keeping Assist Problem Road Departure Mitigation System Problem In addition, the Brake System, Crash Warning, and Lane Departure dash lights remain permanently illuminated. Diagnostic Findings An OBD-II diagnostic scan logged the following stored chassis code: DTC U3000-49…”
NHTSA complaint #11752746, 2026

“SUPPLEMENTAL — REFERENCE ODI 11742372 Follow-up to ODI 11742372, 2018 Acura MDX, VIN 5J8YD3H33JL******. Intermittent multipurpose camera failure, DTC U3000-49, causing simultaneous loss of CMBS, ACC, LKAS, and RDM. The defect remains unresolved and I have been unable to obtain diagnosis or repair through Acura's authorized service network. Acura Client Relations case 16409871 was opened. Acura declined to acknowledge the failure as a manufacturing defect and offered no coverage for diagnosis or repair. I then attempted to schedule service with AutoNation Acura, an authorized service center…”
NHTSA complaint #11751971, 2026

“ACC and LKAS light come on and blink non-stop in sequence”
NHTSA complaint #11745792, 2026

Unknown Or Other 19 1 fire

“MY VEHICLE WAS PARKED UNDER MY CAR PORT IMMEDIATELY AFTER RETURNING FROM THE GROCERY STORE. AS I WAS UNLOADING THE CAR I SAW AND SMELLED SMOKE WHICH THEN ERUPTED INTO A FIRE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. WE CALLED 911 AND WHEN THE FD ARRIVED THE CAR WAS TOTALLY ENGULFED AS WAS MY BUILDING. SUSPECT FUEL LINE LEAK. INSURANCE COMPANY INVESTIGATING. FD SAYS ACURA MDX WAS CAUSE OF FIRE. DANGEROUS SITUATION AS NO PRIOR INDICATORS FROM VEHICLE, RECALLS, ETC.. PHOTOS AVAILABLE IF NEEDED. IF GONE UNNOTICED, ENTIRE STRUCTURE COULD HAVE BEEN LOST.”
NHTSA complaint #11318948, 2020 · fire

“factory paint chipping off at multiple locations at rear of car”
NHTSA complaint #11713331, 2025

“When at a complete stop at a stop light or stop sign and ready to press the gas to accelerate, there’s a delay for the car to even start moving. It doesn’t want to go when pressed on. Which can cause the person behind me to hit the back of the car. It nearly came to that. There’s sudden fast movement when accelerating to get the car to move forward. It’s been happening numerous times where the gas pedal isn’t recognizing the acceleration part. I’ve read plenty forums about this issue with this vehicle and still not enough complaints for a recall? Can we look into this as this is a safet…”
NHTSA complaint #11698973, 2025

Engine And Engine Cooling 18 1 crash

“The contact owns a 2018 Acura MDX. The contact stated that at an idle stop, he allowed another vehicle to complete a turn. As the contact depressed the accelerator pedal to make a left turn, the vehicle came to an abrupt stop which caused the vehicle to be rear ended by another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. No injuries were reported and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was able to drive away from the scene of the accident. The dealer nor the manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The contact's vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (…”
NHTSA complaint #11629655, 2024 · crash

“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2018 Acura MDX. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 85,000. The contact stated that on the day of the purchase; after refueling the vehicle and then attempting to pull out of the gas station, the Emissions, check engine, and parking brake warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact took the vehicle to an auto repair shop, and had the vehicle scanned and then diagnosed, DTC: P0158 (Oxygen sensor Circuit High Voltage, DTC Severity 2 of 3, T0159 O…”
NHTSA complaint #11730103, 2026

“The contact owns a 2018 Acura MDX. The contact received a notification from Lyft regarding NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair. The dealer informed the contact that the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.”
NHTSA complaint #11716247, 2026

Lane Departure 15

“I am writing to report an urgent safety concern regarding my 2018 Acura MDX Tech SH-AWD. Upon starting the vehicle, all primary AcuraWatch driver-assist systems suffered a total failure. The center display continuously cycles through four warnings: Collision Mitigation System Problem Adaptive Cruise Control Problem Lane Keeping Assist Problem Road Departure Mitigation System Problem In addition, the Brake System, Crash Warning, and Lane Departure dash lights remain permanently illuminated. Diagnostic Findings An OBD-II diagnostic scan logged the following stored chassis code: DTC U3000-49…”
NHTSA complaint #11752746, 2026

“ACC and LKAS light come on and blink non-stop in sequence”
NHTSA complaint #11745792, 2026

“The multipurpose camera on my 2018 Acura MDX intermittently fails and stores DTC U3000-49. When the failure occurs, multiple AcuraWatch/Honda Sensing safety systems become unavailable, including Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), and Road Departure Mitigation (RDM). The vehicle displays numerous safety-related warning messages on the dashboard. The issue is intermittent and appears to occur randomly. In many cases, the warnings disappear after the vehicle is shut off and immediately restarted. This behavior can be obse…”
NHTSA complaint #11742372, 2026

Vehicle Speed Control 14

“When trying to accelerate from a stop the car has a noticeable lag in throttle response. 2+ seconds. This does not always happen but is intermittent. Much more often when the engine is colder. This makes a left turn in front of traffic or any move where you need to merge with traffic go from safe to dangerous, this also confuses other drivers as they wonder why you are not moving. Someone who was unfamiliar with my car ended up in the middle of an intersection blocking because they didn’t accelerate. Looking into the problem it seems to be reported quite often and is “normal”. Honda does not s…”
NHTSA complaint #11703507, 2025

“When at a complete stop at a stop light or stop sign and ready to press the gas to accelerate, there’s a delay for the car to even start moving. It doesn’t want to go when pressed on. Which can cause the person behind me to hit the back of the car. It nearly came to that. There’s sudden fast movement when accelerating to get the car to move forward. It’s been happening numerous times where the gas pedal isn’t recognizing the acceleration part. I’ve read plenty forums about this issue with this vehicle and still not enough complaints for a recall? Can we look into this as this is a safet…”
NHTSA complaint #11698973, 2025

“When you press the accelerator pedal there is a significant delay in the pedal response particularly at low speed. As you press accelerator pedal nothing happens for a second or two. Then the vehicles accelerates not a gradual rate but at the rate of where the accelerator pedal is at when the vehicle begins to speed up. This causes sudden and hard acceleration. This delay and or sudden acceleration is dangerous when trying to pull into traffic. The Vehicle is available for inspection upon request. Was brought to dealer and after a very short inspection, was told nothing was wrong. They di…”
NHTSA complaint #11698756, 2025

Service Brakes 8 1 crash 2 injury

“PURCHASED ACURA MDX IN JANUARY OF 2018 SO IT IS NOW 3 MONTHS. I BELIEVE THERE IS SOMETHING SIGNIFICANTLY WRONG WITH ITS AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM. I WAS DRIVING DOWN A HILL ON A RESIDENTAL, FAST PACED ROAD, WITH A GUARDRAIL TO MY RIGHT SIDE AND ANOTHER CAR PASSING ME ON THE LEFT SIDE. WE BOTH WE TRAVELING AT THE SPEED LIMIT OF 40 MILES PER HOUR WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR'S BRAKES WENT ON, CAUSING ME TO SWERVE INTO THE GUARDRAIL. FROM THERE, I WAS THROWN INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC CAUSING A COLLISON. I BELIEVE THE SYSTEM BECAME CONFUSED AND STEPPED ON THE BRAKES WHEN IT DETECTED THE OTHER VEHICLE AC…”
NHTSA complaint #11081739, 2018 · crash · 2 injury(ies)

“The Electric Parking brake system continuously fails (every 3-4 months)”
NHTSA complaint #11721234, 2026

“Hello, My 2018 Acura MDX has moisture and water inside the inner tailgate (trunk) tail light assembly, which caused the light to stop working. I understand there is a recall affecting some 2014–2020 Acura MDX vehicles related to moisture entering the tailgate light assembly, and my vehicle appears to have the same issue. Recall link: [XXX] Last week I visited the Acura dealership(Acura Columbus) in Dublin, OH for a fuel pump recall service. During that visit, the technician also noticed the water inside the inner tail light but quoted about $750 for the repair. Although my VIN does not sh…”
NHTSA complaint #11724508, 2025

Exterior Lighting 5

“Hello, My 2018 Acura MDX has moisture and water inside the inner tailgate (trunk) tail light assembly, which caused the light to stop working. I understand there is a recall affecting some 2014–2020 Acura MDX vehicles related to moisture entering the tailgate light assembly, and my vehicle appears to have the same issue. Recall link: [XXX] Last week I visited the Acura dealership(Acura Columbus) in Dublin, OH for a fuel pump recall service. During that visit, the technician also noticed the water inside the inner tail light but quoted about $750 for the repair. Although my VIN does not sh…”
NHTSA complaint #11724508, 2025

“•Make: Acura •Model: MDX •Year: 2018 •VIN: [XXX] •Mileage: 80,594 (as of March 22, 2025) Complaint Type: Vehicle Component/Recall Reoccurrence Component Affected: Exterior Lighting – Taillights Summary of Problem: I am filing a complaint regarding a recurring safety issue involving my 2018 Acura MDX’s taillight assembly, which was previously the subject of a recall. In 2019, the left taillight was repaired under a manufacturer recall related to water intrusion that caused lighting failure. On March 22, 2025, during a routine visit to Acura of Boston (Bernardi Acura), it was determined that…”
NHTSA complaint #11652074, 2025

“Passenger rear, right inner tail light is not working. Was under recall but Acura is not replacing it. Obviously water has entered it and shorted it out. They said the recall was completed on it but why is the taillight not working. In report made by the dealer it says it is shorted after hooking it up to a voltmeter. Why are they not replacing it. It reduces visibility to the rear of the car.”
NHTSA complaint #11559907, 2023

Visibility/Wiper 5

“Washer fluid pump is fail its a common problem in this vehicle after fluid go low and you refill the reservoir pump will not work anymore a lot of complain have be files again this problem”
NHTSA complaint #11668053, 2025

“I WAS DRIVING DOWN A STATE ROAD. NO VEHICLES OR OVERPASSES WERE NEARBY. SUDDENLY MY SUNROOF SHATTERED.”
NHTSA complaint #11340992, 2020

“THE FRONT WINDSHIELD IS DISTORTED ON THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDE. THE DISTORTION MAKES IT HARD TO SEE THINGS CLEARLY AND MAKES ME FEEL DIZZY WHEN DRIVING. IT'S LIKE LOOKING THROUGH AN HOURGLASS. THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL TIMES I HAVE HAD DIFFICULTY PARKING BECAUSE OF THIS ISSUE. I ALMOST HIT A CAR IN A PARKING LOT BECAUSE OF IT.”
NHTSA complaint #11228314, 2019

Seats 3

“Seat Base rivets are damaged and confirmed by dealer upon inspection. There IS a recall on this problem for 2018 Acura MDX but my 2018 Acura MDX vin doesn't show to be part of the recall even though the problem with the seat base rivets failing due to improper installation, are the same problem confirmed by the dealer. I was told it was safe to drive by dealer. However the seat constantly clicks out of place when braking and accelerating”
NHTSA complaint #11558084, 2023

“My 2018 Acura MDX seat comes out of place while driving. I am concerned it may completely disengage from the base and prevent me from stopping or accelerating. It has become increasingly worse since I brought this problem to the dealer. There IS a recall on 2018 Acura MDX for the Seat Base failure due to rivets becoming damaged after manufacture installation. My 2018's VIN number however is not part of this recall even though the problem with the rivets becoming damaged causing my seat to slip out of place and move while driving. This was confirmed by the dealer through a diagnostic test I p…”
NHTSA complaint #11523349, 2023

Steering 3

“There are two outstanding recalls on my vehicle and my local acura is in not able to repair them until January despite the safety compromise listed under each recall increasing risk for collision or fire”
NHTSA complaint #11596907, 2023

“The contact owns a 2018 Acura MDX. The contact stated while driving 10 mph and making a left turn, the steering wheel was hard to turn and it was shaking. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer but the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 49,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11454811, 2022

“AT APPROXIMATELY 500 MILES ON THE ODOMETER, THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN VIBRATING WHEN TRAVELING BETWEEN 58-62 MPH. STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED WITH AND WITHOUT BRAKING. AT APPROXIMATELY 1,000 MILES, STEERING WHEEL BEGAN VIBRATING VIOLENTLY WHEN TRAVELING BETWEEN 58-62 MPH. STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED WITH AND WITHOUT BRAKING. DEALERSHIP ROTATED TIRES. MODERATE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION STILL REMAINED WHEN BRAKING BETWEEN 58-62 MPH. AT APPROXIMATELY 2,400 MILES, STEERING WHEEL BEGAN VIBRATING VIOLENTLY AGAIN WHEN BRAKING BETWEEN 58-62 MPH. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED FRONT ROTORS AND ROTATED TIRES. A…”
NHTSA complaint #11089994, 2018

Structure 3 1 fire

“MY VEHICLE WAS PARKED UNDER MY CAR PORT IMMEDIATELY AFTER RETURNING FROM THE GROCERY STORE. AS I WAS UNLOADING THE CAR I SAW AND SMELLED SMOKE WHICH THEN ERUPTED INTO A FIRE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. WE CALLED 911 AND WHEN THE FD ARRIVED THE CAR WAS TOTALLY ENGULFED AS WAS MY BUILDING. SUSPECT FUEL LINE LEAK. INSURANCE COMPANY INVESTIGATING. FD SAYS ACURA MDX WAS CAUSE OF FIRE. DANGEROUS SITUATION AS NO PRIOR INDICATORS FROM VEHICLE, RECALLS, ETC.. PHOTOS AVAILABLE IF NEEDED. IF GONE UNNOTICED, ENTIRE STRUCTURE COULD HAVE BEEN LOST.”
NHTSA complaint #11318948, 2020 · fire

“FRONT PASSENGER MISALIGNMENT ALLOWING RAIN WATER TO SEEP INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THIS WAS A NEW VEHICLE PURCHASE. IT WAS ONLY DISCOVERABLE WHEN A FRONT SEAT PASSENGER WAS RIDING IN THE NEW VEHICLE WHILE IT WAS RAINING. THE LEAK WAS ONGOING FOR AN UNSPECIFIED TIME, FROM THE TIME THE VEHICLE LEFT THE MANUFACTURER, HONDA UNTIL THE TIME THE DEALERSHIP TOOK DELIVERY OF THE VEHICLE, RADLEY ACURA, FALLS CHURCH, VA. HONDA NORTH AMERICA HAS ADMITTED THAT IT WAS A FACTORY DEFECT AND DO NOT NOT WANT TO DO A BUY BACK. HONDA CLAIMS THE REPAIRS FORM LEAKS ENTERING A VEHICLE FOR AN UNSPECIFIED PERIOD CORREC…”
NHTSA complaint #11141645, 2018

Visibility 3

“The contact owns 2018 Acura MDX. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, there was a loud banging noise coming from the sunroof. The contact mention she pulled to the right side of the road and discovered it was shattered. An Independent mechanic or A dealer were not contacted. The contact mention she called her insurance company, and they working with a company through Safe lite. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and they opened a case . The approximate failure mileage was 109,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11740457, 2026

“Acura & the service center ripped me . The issue in the car started on aroud start of septmber 2022 . They did some front glass replacement which is not under warranty . When I purchased the car from Acura it was an Acura certified car and had a 7 year warranty on it.But your service center is saying it is not under warranty . The issue caused the leak is not from any of my mistakes , I only fixed the car at the same service center which also concerns me about Acura brand reliability . The Carpet was covered under my insurance and the 30 days I didn't get a loaner car from your dealership . I…”
NHTSA complaint #11513733, 2022

“TAKATA RECALL: CORRECTION FOR COMPLAINT #11164408. REAR VIEW CAMERA REMAINS IN THE REVERSE POSITION WHEN I SHIFT FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE. CONSEQUENTLY, I AM DRIVING WITH A VIEW OF THE ROAD BEHIND ME. THIS HAS HAPPEN THREE TIMES. I REPORTED THIS TO ACURA OF PEORA, AZ. THEY KEPT MY CAR FOR A DAY BUT DIDN'T RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD THEY WERE CONTACTING ACURA HEADQUARTERS AND WOULD GET BACK TO ME BECAUSE THEY COULDN'T REPLACE A $3000 SYSTEM WITHOUT APPROVAL FROM ACURA HEADQUARTERS.”
NHTSA complaint #11165565, 2018

Wheels 3

“This is a complaint about the defective TPMS components in this vehicle. I sent a copy to Acura and Honda Client Relations and to the Dealer (Montano Acura). [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)”
NHTSA complaint #11697202, 2025

“I HAD LEAK IN MY PASSENGER SIDE REAR TIRE. WHEN CHANGING I NOTICED THE SPARE IS ATTACHED TO THE UNDER CARRIAGE OF MY VEHICLE. I THINK THIS POSES A SAFETY HAZARD BECAUSE OVER TIME BECAUSE OF WEATHER THE HARDWARE THAT ANCHORS THE TIRE COULD FAIL. IF THAT HAPPENS THE TIRE COULD COME LOSE CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. ACURA NEED TO REASSSES THE PLACEMENT OF THEIR SPARE TIRE.”
NHTSA complaint #11173846, 2019

“AT APPROXIMATELY 500 MILES ON THE ODOMETER, THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN VIBRATING WHEN TRAVELING BETWEEN 58-62 MPH. STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED WITH AND WITHOUT BRAKING. AT APPROXIMATELY 1,000 MILES, STEERING WHEEL BEGAN VIBRATING VIOLENTLY WHEN TRAVELING BETWEEN 58-62 MPH. STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED WITH AND WITHOUT BRAKING. DEALERSHIP ROTATED TIRES. MODERATE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION STILL REMAINED WHEN BRAKING BETWEEN 58-62 MPH. AT APPROXIMATELY 2,400 MILES, STEERING WHEEL BEGAN VIBRATING VIOLENTLY AGAIN WHEN BRAKING BETWEEN 58-62 MPH. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED FRONT ROTORS AND ROTATED TIRES. A…”
NHTSA complaint #11089994, 2018

Air Bags 2 1 crash

“The contact owns a 2018 Acura MDX. The contact stated that at an idle stop, he allowed another vehicle to complete a turn. As the contact depressed the accelerator pedal to make a left turn, the vehicle came to an abrupt stop which caused the vehicle to be rear ended by another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. No injuries were reported and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was able to drive away from the scene of the accident. The dealer nor the manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The contact's vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (…”
NHTSA complaint #11629655, 2024 · crash

“[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).' *PM”
NHTSA complaint #11120933, 1965

Electronic Stability Control (Esc) 2

“MERGING ONTO A 6 LANE HIGHWAY, SPECIFICALLY THE 3 NORTHBOUND LANES, THE COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM ACTIVATED SUDDENLY. I WAS MOVING FROM THE RIGHT LANE TO THE MIDDLE LANE ACCELERATING AS NEEDED TO MAINTAIN THE APPROPRIATE SPEED WITH THE MIDDLE LANE. AS I BEGAN TO EASE OFF THE ACCELERATOR, THE CMBS SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES. SPEED WENT FROM 60 TO 25MPH ON A CONGESTED HIGHWAY AT RUSH HOUR. THE CAR BEHIND ME SWERVED TO AVOID. I FRANTICALLY STOMPED ON THE GAS PEDAL TO TRY TO KEEP GOING, EVENTUALLY THE CAR STOPPED BRAKING AND I CONTINUED. THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME WAS A FEW HUNDRED FEET AWAY AND…”
NHTSA complaint #11257600, 2019

“AFTER SWITCHING TO DRIVE FROM REVERSE THE NAV DISPLAY WOULD NOT SWITCH BACK FROM THE BACK UP CAMERA WHILE DRIVING AHEAD, WHEN A CAR WOULD BE ANYWHERE NEAR MINE ON THE ROAD, STILL IN DRIVE, WHETHER IDLE AT A STOP LIGHT OR IN MOTION ON THE STREET, THE BACK UP SENSORS THAT RESPOND TO PASSING CARS DID NOT BEEP. I TRIED PRESSING THE BACK BUTTON, NAV BUTTON, SETTINGS BUTTON & TURNING THE CAR ON/OFF ALL FAILING TO FIX THE PROBLEM. THE CAMERA REMAINED ON EVEN WHILE IN PARK ONCE I ARRIVED HOME.”
NHTSA complaint #11129434, 2018

Suspension 2

“I had a recall done by local Acura dealer, Miami Doral Acura, where they replaced parts that connected the engine to the car, they are like rods. I recently took the car to a mechanic because I needed to change the timing belt components and he advised me that one of the rods that were replaced failed. This means that the engine was attached by only one rod, the other rod was cut, not connected. I called Acura today reporting the issue with the recall, they gave me a case number 16125924, advising me that some one would get back to me. The same mechanic also advised me that the high pressure…”
NHTSA complaint #11713484, 2026

“Acura mailed me details about NHTSA Recall 23V-858 in February 2024. However, the letter stated that parts won't be available until over half a year later in the fall of 2024. While I understand that it takes time to develop and produce parts, a half a year wait seems like an unusually long time to have to wait while my vehicle is considered unsafe by NHTSA. This makes it seem like Acura is prioritizing producing parts for profit over safety.”
NHTSA complaint #11590047, 2024

Back Over Prevention 1

“back-up camera is useless at night posing a hazard to anyone behind the vehicle. Honda knows how to fix the problem as witnessed by my 2018 Odyssey which is excellent. The problem has spanned over many years of the MDX before 2016 and after 2019. Having a working backup camera is paramount for any SUV because of the limited visability. Acura Service could not remove the problem”
NHTSA complaint #11567810, 2024

Parking Brake 1

“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2018 Acura MDX. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 85,000. The contact stated that on the day of the purchase; after refueling the vehicle and then attempting to pull out of the gas station, the Emissions, check engine, and parking brake warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact took the vehicle to an auto repair shop, and had the vehicle scanned and then diagnosed, DTC: P0158 (Oxygen sensor Circuit High Voltage, DTC Severity 2 of 3, T0159 O…”
NHTSA complaint #11730103, 2026

Seat Belts 1

“On September 30th I got in my car and my drivers seatbelt would not pull out. It was completely stuck. There was no accident or incident, it just fully stopped working and would not pull out to buckle. It was taken apart my a family mechanic and he confirmed a new part of was needed. We then took it to the dealership and they confirmed a new part was needed. This makes my cart illegal to use. A seatbelt is the most basic, fundamental piece of safety equipment needed. My car is not safe to drive. Driving it puts myself at risk everyday day. This could easily result in death. The dealer told us…”
NHTSA complaint #11564659, 2023

Traction Control System 1

“The contact owns a 2018 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled, with several unknown warning lights and the traction control warning light illuminated. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle, and the vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the oil pressure switch. The oil pressure switch was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 - 75 MPH, the vehicle unintentionally decelerated to 40 - 45 MPH. The accelerator pedal was pumped until the vehicle acce…”
NHTSA complaint #11681780, 2023