2009 Acura MDX vs 2009 Jeep Wrangler
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Acura MDX | 2009 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 52 | 372 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 35 | 89 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 16–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 55,000 mi | 51,200 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 4 | 104 |
| Steering | 2 | 65 |
| Suspension | 2 | 63 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 58 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 35 |
| Power Train | 8 | 34 |
| Engine | 8 | 18 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 17 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 72 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 58 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 11 |
2009 Acura MDX
2009 Jeep Wrangler
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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.