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2018 Acura MDX Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 2.7× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
159Complaints
10Recalls
3Crashes
4Fires
3Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Engine (22% of complaints) — is covered by 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.

Engine complaints here are 2.7× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine35 · 22%RecalledRecall 19V298000 · Recall 23V751000
Fuel/propulsion System28 · 17.6%RecalledRecall 19V060000 · Recall 23V858000
Electrical System26 · 16.4%not available
Power Train22 · 13.8%not available
Fuel System, Gasoline22 · 13.8%RecalledRecall 19V060000 · Recall 23V858000
Engine And Engine Cooling18 · 11.3%RecalledRecall 19V298000 · Recall 23V751000

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ENGINE35 · 22%
POWER TRAIN22 · 13.8%
Unspecified / other19 · 11.9%
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING18 · 11.3%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL14 · 8.8%
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST12 · 7.5%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS11 · 6.9%

Percentages are the share of the 159 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 10 campaigns

Fuel System, Other:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 19V060000 · 2019 · reported 01/29/2019

Reduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Exterior Lighting:tail Lights

NHTSA campaign 19V256000 · 2019 · reported 03/28/2019

Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:belts And Associated Pulleys

NHTSA campaign 19V298000 · 2019 · reported 04/12/2019

Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper

NHTSA campaign 18V777000 · 2018 · reported 11/01/2018

A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seats

NHTSA campaign 18V221000 · 2018 · reported 04/05/2018

In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the floor, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical

NHTSA campaign 23V751000 · 2023 · reported 11/13/2023

A damaged engine may run improperly or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 23V858000 · 2023 · reported 12/18/2023

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Exterior Lighting

NHTSA campaign 25V259000 · 2025 · reported 04/17/2025

Vehicle lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger

NHTSA campaign 26V332000 · 2026 · reported 05/21/2026

Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Structure:frame And Members

NHTSA campaign 26V365000 · 2026 · reported 06/04/2026

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“At 40k miles the connecting rod bearings gave out, car was taken to the shop and bottom end was rebuilt under warranty. at 80k miles…”NHTSA complaint 11624631 — filed 11/11/2024 · ENGINE
“There are two outstanding recalls on my vehicle and my local acura is in not able to repair them until January despite the safety compromise…”NHTSA complaint 11596907 — filed 06/26/2024 · ENGINE
“The dealership is refusing to fix the issue citing that the parts will not be available until fall of 2024. My vehicle is unsafe to…”NHTSA complaint 11576304 — filed 03/08/2024 · ENGINE

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Acura MDX?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 35 of 159 NHTSA complaints (22%), followed by fuel/propulsion system (28), electrical system (26), power train (22). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2018 Acura MDX have?

159 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 3 involved a crash, 4 involved a fire, and 3 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2018 Acura MDX have any recalls?

Yes — 10 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 19V060000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2018 Acura MDX's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.