2025 Acura MDX Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2025 Acura MDX. Part of Generation 4 — 2022–present.

20242026
Complaints
74
per 10K Sold
17.9
US Sales
41,460
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2025 Acura MDX Problems

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

#124 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:24,000 mi
#218 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:24,000 mi
#33 complaints

Fuel System

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2025 Acura MDX.

Engine Problems
24
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
24,000
Electrical Faults
18
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
24,000
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Throttlebody/Manifold
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2025 Acura MDX

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~268,254 vehicles.

25V391000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages
~259,033 affected

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."

25V032000Equipment:electrical:infotainment:video (touch)screen/monitor/unit · Back Over Prevention:software
~9,221 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Acura MDX vehicles. The touchscreen in the center console may go blank, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

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2025 Acura MDX — FAQ

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

Is the 2025 Acura MDX reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2025 Acura MDX has 74 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 24 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2025 Acura MDX?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (24 complaints, avg 24,000 mi); Electrical Faults (18 complaints, avg 24,000 mi); Fuel System (3 complaints). 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 2025 Acura MDX?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 24,000 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2025 Acura MDX?
NHTSA complaints for the 2025 Acura MDX include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 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 2025 Acura MDX have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 268,254 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2025 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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