2019 Acura MDX problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 188 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Acura MDX, filed between 2019-02-22 and 2026-09-17. The most common problem areas are the engine (47, 25%), electrical system (41, 22%) and power train (31, 16%). Owners reported 4 crashes, 3 fires and 3 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 9 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2019 Acura MDX complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 47 | 25% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 41 | 22% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 31 | 16% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 30 | 16% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 25 | 13% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 22 | 12% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 21 | 11% | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 21 | 11% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 13 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 10 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 9 | 5% | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 3 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 47 complaints
- 47 complaints of 188 (25%) name the engine.
- 15 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 fire in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2019 Acura MDX; the latest, campaign 23V751000, says: “Due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear and seize, damaging the engine.”
Electrical system: 41 complaints
- 41 complaints of 188 (22%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 15 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Acura MDX covers this system.
Power train: 31 complaints
- 31 complaints of 188 (16%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 14 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Acura MDX covers this system.
Engine and engine cooling: 30 complaints
- 30 complaints of 188 (16%) name the engine and engine cooling — the engine and its cooling system.
- 13 of them also name the fuel system, gasoline; owners reported 1 fire in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2019 Acura MDX; the latest, campaign 23V751000, says: “Due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear and seize, damaging the engine.”
Fuel system, gasoline: 22 complaints
- 22 complaints of 188 (12%) name the fuel system, gasoline.
- 13 of them also name the engine and engine cooling; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2019 Acura MDX; the latest, campaign 23V858000, says: “The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.”
Forward collision avoidance: 21 complaints
- 21 complaints of 188 (11%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 13 of them also name the lane departure; owners reported 1 crash and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Acura MDX covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 67 |
| 2025 | 27 |
| 2026 | 27 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names MDX, model year 2019. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2019 Acura MDX recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Acura MDX?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2019 Acura MDX's most common problem areas are the engine (47 of 188 complaints), electrical system (41 of 188 complaints) and power train (31 of 188 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2019 Acura MDX have?
NHTSA has 188 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Acura MDX, including 4 reported crashes and 3 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2019 Acura MDX's problems?
NHTSA lists 9 recalls for the 2019 Acura MDX; 3 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.