2018 Acura MDX vs 2019 Acura MDX
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Acura MDX | 2019 Acura MDX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 165 | 188 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 139 | 132 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–27 | 22–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 35,000 mi | 30,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Acura MDX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 35 | 47 |
| Electrical System | 27 | 41 |
| Power Train | 23 | 31 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 28 | 21 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 19 | 30 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 22 | 22 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 22 | 21 |
| Lane Departure | 17 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 20 | 29 |
| Hesitation / surging | 20 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
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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.