no report yet
Structure: frame and members
NewRisk. Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2015 Acura MDXProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 71 owner complaints about the 2015 Acura MDX, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-259 the manufacturer reports only 65% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 24, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Acura MDX has problems
71 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
15Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
12Power train1 crash/fire/injury
8Structure1 crash/fire/injury
8Steering
7Engine2 crash/fire/injury
6Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
6Exterior lighting
4Suspension
4Air bags
159 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 15 | 1 |
| Power train | 12 | 1 |
| Structure | 8 | 1 |
| Steering | 8 | 0 |
| Engine | 7 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 2 |
| 9 other systems | 15 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2015 Acura MDX recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Exterior lighting
Risk. Vehicle lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Exterior lighting
Risk. Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
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repaired · 2017 Q4
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Appliance: air conditioner
Risk. If a bolt was not coated, it may corrode and break as a result.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Forward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking
Risk. If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q1
Seat belts
Risk. A seatbelt that does not function increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Acura.
Best & worst years
2015 vs. every other MDX year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the MDX median. How we score
'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2015 Acura MDX safety ratings
2015 Acura MDX SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (16.4% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What MDX owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Acura MDX. It was later discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 82,000 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 167,000.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Acura MDX. The contact stated that upon retrieving the Carfax report of the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 105,000, and the mileage on the…
For the last 50k miles we've taken our Acura MDX to the dealership for regular oil changes. Almost every visit results in a bad battery. We've had the dealership replace a side mirror due to the electrical and several batteries as well. They've kept it for several days diagnosing issues but haven't…
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