repaired · 2026 Q3
Occupant classification: front passenger
NewRisk. Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
2025 Acura MDXProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 118 owner complaints about the 2025 Acura MDX, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-391 the manufacturer reports only 92% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 11, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Acura MDX has problems
118 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
73Engine
55Electrical system
11Fuel/propulsion system
6Power train
5Forward collision avoidance
5Service brakes
3Steering
2Suspension
2Back over prevention
109 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 73 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 55 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 11 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 1 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 10 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2025 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
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
Risk. A brake pedal that shifts out of position can prevent the driver from applying the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of 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
2025 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
2025 Acura MDX safety ratings
2025 Acura MDX SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
- Lane departure warning: Standard & Optional
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2025 Acura MDX, and the recalls they led to.
- No Restart After Auto Start/Stop EngagesOpen
In owners' words
What MDX owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD experienced an intermittent failure of the Auto Idle Stop/engine restart system. After the engine automatically shut off while stopped, it failed to restart when I attempted to proceed. The dashboard and electrical systems remained powered, but there was no engine…
I own a 2025 Acura MDX Advance with approximately 18,500 miles. While stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle's Auto Idle Stop feature engaged and shut off the engine as designed. However, when it was time for the vehicle to restart, the engine would not restart. The failure left me unable to move…
My vehicle is having on going start up issues a month after purchased. Failed to restart after the automatic idle-stop system They replaced the starter & starter rely and still never fix the issue. The battery on the vehicle passed the battery test and I feel like my safety and children safety is…
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