2011 Acura MDX Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2011 Acura MDX. Part of Generation 2 — 2007–2013.

20102012
Complaints
87
per 10K Sold
20.1
US Sales
43,270
Crashes
5
Fires
1
Injuries
8
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2011 Acura MDX Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#128 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:91,311 mi
Crash-related:1
#27 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:63,599 mi
Crash-related:1
#36 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:106,105 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2011 Acura MDX.

Engine Problems
28
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
91,311
Transmission / Drivetrain
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
63,599
Airbags
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
106,105
Electrical Faults
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
97,889
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention:Warnings:External/Pedestrian Alert
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2011 Acura MDX — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2011 Acura MDX reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2011 Acura MDX has 87 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 28 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2011 Acura MDX?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (28 complaints, avg 91,311 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (7 complaints, avg 63,599 mi); Airbags (6 complaints, avg 106,105 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2011 Acura MDX?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 89,912 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2011 Acura MDX?
NHTSA complaints for the 2011 Acura MDX include 5 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 8 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2011 Acura MDX have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2011 Acura MDX as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2011 Acura MDX?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Acura MDX reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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