2020 Acura MDX vs 2020 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 | 2020 Acura MDX | 2020 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 210 | 598 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 110 | 1,010 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–27 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 36,000 mi | 21,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 3 | 237 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 173 |
| Engine | 77 | 50 |
| Power Train | 20 | 46 |
| Suspension | 3 | 49 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 15 | 30 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 35 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 33 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 31 | 18 |
| Hesitation / surging | 10 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 12 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 16 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 76 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 15 |
| Overheating | 0 | 15 |
2020 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.