2022 Acura MDX problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 175 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Acura MDX, filed between 2021-06-03 and 2026-09-24. The most common problem areas are the power train (84, 48%), electrical system (21, 12%) and service brakes (19, 11%). Owners reported 7 crashes, 2 fires and 5 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2022 Acura MDX complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 84 | 48% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 22 | 13% | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 21 | 12% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 19 | 11% | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Steering | 19 | 11% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 18 | 10% | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Suspension | 10 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 9 | 5% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 7 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 5 | 3% | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 1% | 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.
Power train: 84 complaints
- 84 complaints of 175 (48%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 4 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Acura MDX covers this system.
Electrical system: 21 complaints
- 21 complaints of 175 (12%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 6 of them also name the steering; owners reported 1 crash and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Acura MDX covers this system.
Service brakes: 19 complaints
- 19 complaints of 175 (11%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 5 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Acura MDX covers this system.
Steering: 19 complaints
- 19 complaints of 175 (11%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 6 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Acura MDX covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 18 complaints
- 18 complaints of 175 (10%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 6 of them also name the lane departure; owners reported 2 crashes, 1 fire and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Acura MDX covers this system.
Suspension: 10 complaints
- 10 complaints of 175 (6%) name the suspension — springs, shocks and struts, control arms and ball joints.
- 2 of them also name the power train; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Acura MDX covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 14 |
| 2025 | 34 |
| 2026 | 85 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names MDX, MDX TYPE S, model year 2022. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2022 Acura MDX recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Acura MDX?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2022 Acura MDX's most common problem areas are the power train (84 of 175 complaints), electrical system (21 of 175 complaints) and service brakes (19 of 175 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2022 Acura MDX have?
NHTSA has 175 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Acura MDX, including 7 reported crashes and 2 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Acura MDX's problems?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 Acura MDX; 0 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.