2024 Acura MDX

▲ Better than typical
2024 Acura MDX
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:08:50.780Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.

Complaints
40
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2024

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Service brakes

28% of complaints

Complaints per year

2001: 224 complaints 2001 2002: 205 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: 30 complaints 2013 2014: 170 complaints 2015: 71 complaints 2016: 375 complaints 2017: 260 complaints 2017 2018: 168 complaints 2019: 189 complaints 2020: 223 complaints 2021: 0 complaints 2021 2022: 159 complaints 2023: 44 complaints 2024: 40 complaints 2024 40 2025: 115 complaints 2026: 8 complaints
2001: 224 complaints 2001 2002: 205 complaints 2003: 206 complaints 2003 2004: 171 complaints 2005: 180 complaints 2005 2006: 87 complaints 2007: 99 complaints 2007 2008: 49 complaints 2009: 52 complaints 2009 2010: 45 complaints 2011: 70 complaints 2011 2012: 76 complaints 2013: 30 complaints 2013 2014: 170 complaints 2015: 71 complaints 2015 2016: 375 complaints 2017: 260 complaints 2017 2018: 168 complaints 2019: 189 complaints 2019 2020: 223 complaints 2021: 0 complaints 2021 2022: 159 complaints 2023: 44 complaints 2024: 40 complaints 2024 40 2025: 115 complaints 2026: 8 complaints
2001: 224 complaints 2001 2002: 205 complaints 2003: 206 complaints 2003 2004: 171 complaints 2005: 180 complaints 2005 2006: 87 complaints 2007: 99 complaints 2007 2008: 49 complaints 2009: 52 complaints 2009 2010: 45 complaints 2011: 70 complaints 2011 2012: 76 complaints 2013: 30 complaints 2013 2014: 170 complaints 2015: 71 complaints 2015 2016: 375 complaints 2017: 260 complaints 2017 2018: 168 complaints 2019: 189 complaints 2019 2020: 223 complaints 2021: 0 complaints 2021 2022: 159 complaints 2023: 44 complaints 2023 2024: 40 complaints 2024 40 2025: 115 complaints 2025 2026: 8 complaints

2024: 40 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2001224
2002205
2003206
2004171
2005180
200687
200799
200849
200952
201045
201170
201276
201330
2014170
201571
2016375
2017260
2018168
2019189
2020223
20210
2022159
202344
202440
2025115
20268

Known problem areas

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

Service brakes

28% · 11 reports
CRASHINJURY
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On more than several occasions the car has slammed on the breaks for no apparent reason. This has happened multiple times and thr dealer can’t fix the issue because the computer is showing no error.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-16

Also filed under Forward collision avoidance

The vehicle is showing LOW SPEED BRAKING CONTROL and BRAKE SYSTEM PROBLEMS, it is also throwing DTC Codes B2600-97; B2627-96; B2630-96; B2637-11; P2583-76 and P2583-97, as I consider the vehicle unsafe to drive or operate and it is a leased vehicle...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-11

Electrical system

28% · 11 reports

Engine

15% · 6 reports
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VIN: [XXX]: 2024 Acura MDXComponents: Engine, Electrical System, Powertrain (Auto Idle-Stop)Ref Investigation: NHTSA EA25-004 (Upgraded from PE22-005) Dealer: Acura Carland ([XXX])SAFETY DEFECT SUMMARY:Severe safety hazard involving the Auto...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-30

Forward collision avoidance

15% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

INJURY

Visibility/wiper

10% · 4 reports
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Went to get into my 2024 Acura MDX parked car this morning temperature around 68 degrees and noticed the back window of my 2024 MDX had shattered out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-03

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2025-03-26Engineering analysisOpen No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
  2. R
    2025-07-28Service brakes, hydraulic25V391000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

  3. R
    2026-07-06Air bags26V332000 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.

Buy-smart checklist

2024 Acura MDX — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 25V391000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 26V332000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2024 Acura MDX reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Acura MDX is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Acura MDX?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Acura MDX have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.