Worst 2023 Acura MDX Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
Brakes
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Acura MDX.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Adas | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Accessory:Floor Mat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Infotainment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2023 Acura MDX
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~259,033 vehicles.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
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2023 Acura MDX — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2023 Acura MDX reliable?
What are common problems with the 2023 Acura MDX?
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Does the 2023 Acura MDX have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2023 Acura MDX?
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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