2005 Acura MDX vs 2005 BMW X3
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 | 2005 Acura MDX | 2005 BMW X3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 180 | 103 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 98 | 63 |
| Investigations | 5 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 18 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 17–18 |
| Median reported mileage | 83,350 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | BMW X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 87 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 39 | 30 |
| Seats | 1 | 48 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 18 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 11 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 3 |
| Engine | 7 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 29 | 0 |
| Stalling | 11 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 20 |
| Overheating | 0 | 7 |
2005 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.