2014 Acura MDX vs 2014 Ford Escape
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 Acura MDX | 2014 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 170 | 2,083 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 16 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 270 | 146 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 47 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 103 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 24–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 29,205 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 26 | 722 |
| Power Train | 26 | 481 |
| Electrical System | 27 | 214 |
| Steering | 38 | 151 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 187 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 121 |
| Structure | 14 | 84 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 65 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 15 | 68 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 56 |
| Stalling | 8 | 237 |
| Steering problems | 8 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
| Overheating | 0 | 333 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 187 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 94 |
2014 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.