2012 Acura MDX vs 2013 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 | 2012 Acura MDX | 2013 Acura MDX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 76 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 87 | 88 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 73,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Acura MDX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 23 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 8 |
| Power Train | 13 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 1 |
| Structure | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 3 |
| Steering | 2 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 10 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
2012 Acura MDX
2013 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.