2020 Acura MDX power train problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2020 Acura MDX — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Engine turns off while in drive or stopped at a red light/stop sign. It has happened 7-10 times withing the last couple of months, but 3-4 times within the last week. Out of the four times it happened, my family's safety was at risk, because the car was in drive, and could've caused us to get into…”
filed Aug 14, 2026
“The contact owns a 2020 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while attempting to leave a parking lot, the contact was unable to shift the vehicle to drive (D). The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and…”
filed Mar 16, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other MDX years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 MDX | 4 | 4% |
| 2024 MDX | 2 | 5% |
| 2023 MDX | 10 | 26% |
| 2022 MDX | 63 | 42% |
| 2019 MDX | 31 | 16% |
| 2018 MDX | 23 | 14% |
| 2017 MDX | 64 | 25% |
| 2016 MDX | 111 | 30% |
| 2015 MDX | 12 | 17% |
| 2014 MDX | 26 | 15% |
| 2013 MDX | 4 | 14% |
| 2012 MDX | 13 | 17% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2020 Acura MDX
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.