2002 Acura MDX vs 2004 Acura MDX
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Acura MDX | 2004 Acura MDX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 204 | 171 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 165 | 138 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 17 |
| Median reported mileage | 98,465 mi | 96,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Acura MDX |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 124 | 77 |
| Air Bags | 23 | 26 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 21 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 13 |
| Engine | 5 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 4 |
| Structure | 7 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 19 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 19 | 29 |
| Check engine light | 15 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 6 |
| Shifting problems | 9 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 6 |
2002 Acura MDX
2004 Acura MDX
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.