Is the Acura MDX Reliable?
2001–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Acura MDX Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 7 | — | — | 79 | Good |
| 2025 | 0 | 71 | — | — | 71 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 20 | — | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 36 | 4 | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 1 | 107 | 4 | — | 79 | Good |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2020 | 5 | 169 | — | — | 69 | Good |
| 2019 | 6 | 151 | 6 | — | 63 | Fair |
| 2018 | 7 | 144 | 3 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2017 | 7 | 180 | 8 | — | 60 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the MDX Compares to Similar Vehicles
The MDX scores 3 points above the average luxury — a strong result.
Known Acura MDX Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 885 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Acura MDX reliable?+
The Acura MDX scores 73/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 26 recall campaigns and 885 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year MDX is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 MDX achieved the highest reliability score of 86/100 with 0 recalls and 36 complaints.
How many miles does a MDX last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Acura MDX owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used MDX will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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