MYRModel Year Report

2022 Acura MDX

● Typical for this model
2022 Acura MDX
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:42:16.485Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Acura MDX Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2022 highlighted. 2001: 224 complaints 2001 2002: 204 complaints 2003: 206 complaints 2004: 171 complaints 2005: 180 complaints 2005 2006: 87 complaints 2007: 99 complaints 2008: 49 complaints 2009: 52 complaints 2009 2010: 45 complaints 2011: 70 complaints 2012: 76 complaints 2013: 29 complaints 2013 2014: 169 complaints 2015: 70 complaints 2016: 370 complaints 2017: 255 complaints 2017 2018: 165 complaints 2019: 183 complaints 2020: 219 complaints 2021: 0 complaints 2021 2022: 148 complaints 2022 2023: 39 complaints 2024: 38 complaints 2025: 101 complaints 2025 2026: 7 complaints 2026
2022: 148 complaints
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YearComplaints
2001224
2002204
2003206
2004171
2005180
200687
200799
200849
200952
201045
201170
201276
201329
2014169
201570
2016370
2017255
2018165
2019183
2020219
20210
2022148
202339
202438
2025101
20267

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

POWER TRAIN 42%

42% of complaints: power train — 62 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing transfer case (4-wheel drive) and automatic transmission.

CRASH
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The splines to the transmission and front transfer case are worn and stripped and that is causing a bad transmission fluid leak. The fix for this unfortunately is to replace the Transmission and the Transfer case assy.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260722

Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Began to notice a knocking noise from lower engine compartment in late May 2026. No warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms. Dealer (Zimbrick Acura, Middleton WI) confirmed on 06/30/26 that noise was coming from transmission assembly.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260720

Humming noise from drivetrain. Took vehicle to Acura dealer and was diagnosed as: Loss of all wheel drive due to interfacing spline failure between transmission and transfer case resulting in only front wheel drive.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260716

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 15%

15% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 14%

14% of complaints: electrical system — 20 distinct reports on file.

STEERING 13%

13% of complaints: steering — 19 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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ON FEB 9TH 2024 AS I WAS DRIVING TO WORK THE STEERING WHEEL RANDOMLY LOCKED FORCING ME ACROSS TH EOTHER LANE AND INTO A STONE WALL. HONDA NORTH AMERICA TOOK CONTROL OF THE CAR, REMOVED THE PARTS AND I STILL DO NOT HAVE THE CAR BACK .

NHTSA ODI report, 20240719

SERVICE BRAKES 12%

12% of complaints: service brakes — 18 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY
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The contact owned a 2022 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while her husband was reversing from the driveway, the transmission was being shifted from reverse (R) into Drive (D), the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230505

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20240328 — air bags

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,...

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

Campaign 24V064000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20250326 — EA (open)

No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages

I 20260306 — DP (open)

All wheel drive allegation

R 20260706 — air bags

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...

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 26V332000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2022 Acura MDX — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (62 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (22 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (20 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 24V064000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 26V332000 (air bags) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2024 ▲ 2023 ▲ 2010

WORST YEARS

■ 2016 ■ 2017 ◆ 2001

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FAQ

Is the 2022 Acura MDX reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Acura MDX is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Acura MDX?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2022 Acura MDX have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.