2022 Acura MDX vs 2022 Tesla Model Y
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 | 2022 Acura MDX | 2022 Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 149 | 861 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 20 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 251 | 81 |
| Investigations | 2 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 89 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 123–129 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 11,693 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 17 | 494 |
| Service Brakes | 17 | 131 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 140 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 119 |
| Power Train | 63 | 16 |
| Lane Departure | 7 | 70 |
| Steering | 19 | 56 |
| Suspension | 9 | 36 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 12 |
| Stalling | 0 | 23 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 6 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
2022 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.