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 | 4 | — | — | 96 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 44 | — | — | 65 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 20 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 36 | 4 | — | 68 | Good |
| 2022 | 0 | 79 | 4 | — | 68 | Good |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2020 | 3 | 159 | — | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2019 | 5 | 139 | 6 | — | 42 | Poor |
| 2018 | 6 | 132 | 3 | — | 39 | Poor |
| 2017 | 6 | 166 | 8 | — | 36 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the MDX Compares to Similar Vehicles
The MDX scores 9 points below the average luxury. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Acura MDX Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 779 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Acura MDX reliable?+
The Acura MDX scores 61/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 21 recall campaigns and 779 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year MDX is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 MDX achieved the highest reliability score of 96/100 with 0 recalls and 4 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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