2018 Acura MDX vs 2018 Jeep Wrangler
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Acura MDX | 2018 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 161 | 1,794 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 14 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 139 | 707 |
| Investigations | 3 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 25 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–27 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 30,000 mi | 9,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 3 | 1,112 |
| Suspension | 2 | 342 |
| Electrical System | 27 | 257 |
| Power Train | 23 | 170 |
| Engine | 35 | 98 |
| Structure | 3 | 96 |
| Wheels | 3 | 61 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 47 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 20 | 81 |
| Hesitation / surging | 20 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 41 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 550 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 92 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 48 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 48 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 24 |
2018 Acura MDX
2018 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.