2018 Acura MDX vs 2020 Acura MDX
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Acura MDX | 2020 Acura MDX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 161 | 210 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 139 | 110 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–27 | 22–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 30,000 mi | 36,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Acura MDX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 35 | 77 |
| Electrical System | 27 | 37 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 20 | 35 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 28 | 15 |
| Power Train | 23 | 20 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 18 | 16 |
| Lane Departure | 15 | 16 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 22 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 20 | 31 |
| Hesitation / surging | 20 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
2018 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.