2024 Acura MDX problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 41 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Acura MDX, filed between 2023-12-29 and 2026-09-03. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (12, 29%), service brakes (10, 24%) and forward collision avoidance (6, 15%). Owners reported 1 crash and 4 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2024 Acura MDX complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 12 | 29% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 10 | 24% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 9 | 22% | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 5 | 12% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 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.
Electrical system: 12 complaints
- 12 complaints of 41 (29%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 3 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Acura MDX covers this system.
Service brakes: 10 complaints
- 10 complaints of 41 (24%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 4 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 1 crash and 1 injury in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2024 Acura MDX; the recall, campaign 25V391000, says: “The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position.”
Forward collision avoidance: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 41 (15%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 4 of them also name the service brakes; owners reported 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Acura MDX covers this system.
Engine: 5 complaints
- 5 complaints of 41 (12%) name the engine.
- 2 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Acura MDX covers this system.
Power train: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 41 (10%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 2 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Acura MDX covers this system.
Steering: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 41 (10%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 2 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Acura MDX covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 7 |
| 2025 | 21 |
| 2026 | 12 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names MDX, MDX TYPE S, model year 2024. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2024 Acura MDX recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Acura MDX?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2024 Acura MDX's most common problem areas are the electrical system (12 of 41 complaints), service brakes (10 of 41 complaints) and forward collision avoidance (6 of 41 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2024 Acura MDX have?
NHTSA has 41 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Acura MDX, including 1 reported crash.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Acura MDX's problems?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2024 Acura MDX; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.