2026 Acura MDX
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2026
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2026: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 224 |
| 2002 | 205 |
| 2003 | 206 |
| 2004 | 171 |
| 2005 | 180 |
| 2006 | 87 |
| 2007 | 99 |
| 2008 | 49 |
| 2009 | 52 |
| 2010 | 45 |
| 2011 | 70 |
| 2012 | 76 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 170 |
| 2015 | 71 |
| 2016 | 375 |
| 2017 | 260 |
| 2018 | 168 |
| 2019 | 189 |
| 2020 | 223 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 159 |
| 2023 | 44 |
| 2024 | 40 |
| 2025 | 115 |
| 2026 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
3 of 8 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing sensors.
Lane departure
2 of 8 total reports mention: lane departure, most commonly citing blind spot detection.
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Blind spot warning system stops working when the it is hot outside or inside of the vehicle
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-06
I am writing to formally escalate an unresolved matter regarding my 2026 Acura MDX Technology, purchased on XXX, from Piazza Acura of [XXX].
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-13
Also filed under Power train
Engine
2 of 8 total reports mention: engine.
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On October 1, 2026 at approximately 5:45am, while driving my 2026 Acura MDX, I stopped at a red traffic light on a busy street. The vehicle's Auto Idle Stop system shut the engine off as designed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-04
2026 Acura MDX with 3.5 L V6 (J35Y-series) experienced connecting-rod bearing failure and total engine loss at 1,920 miles. Vehicle currently at dealer. Appears identical to failures under NHTSA PE25-008 (2016-2020 models)
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-11-11
Vehicle speed control
1 of 8 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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2026 Acura MDX with Acura Factory A Spec issued plastic floor mats. Accelerator pedal gets stuck behind the floor mat resulting in uncontrolled wide open throttle. Had to physically put my foot behind the pedal and pull pedal away from floor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-11-19
Power train
1 of 8 total reports mentions: power train.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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
2026 Acura MDX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Lane departure: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V332000 · Air bags
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2026 Acura MDX reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2026 Acura MDX?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2026 Acura MDX have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.