2024 Acura MDX vs 2024 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 | 2024 Acura MDX | 2024 Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 39 | 318 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 60 | 58 |
| Investigations | 1 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 72 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 120 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 | 120 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 58 |
| Back Over Prevention | 0 | 61 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 49 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 35 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 25 |
| Steering | 4 | 24 |
| Structure | 2 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 14 |
| Battery drain | 0 | 8 |
2024 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.