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2026 Acura MDX
0
Recalls
4
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2026 Acura MDX has no recalls and 4 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: electrical system,unknown or other,forward collision avoidance (1 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 22, 2026
- Vehicle
- 2026 Acura MDX
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 4
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
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This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
15.1% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: Standard & OptionalLane Departure Warning: Standard & Optional
Owner Complaints
4 totalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Nov 15, 2025
Google on-board gives a persistent error that the MMI and car driving technology firmware cannot be completed. Service center says it’s known and they can’t do anything. The car is supposed to have voice control over vehicle temperature and functionality — it does not. It frequently will not automatically connect to a wireless Apple Car Play or Google Auto connection. Firmware is also supposed to communicate w car speed, etc. to make Acura Assist driving more safe.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 10, 2025
2026 Acura MDX with Acura Factory A Spec issued plastic floor mats. Accelerator pedal gets stuck behind the floor mat resulting in uncontrolled wide open throttle. Had to physically put my foot behind the pedal and pull pedal away from floor. Afterwards tried a few times to repeat the issue, 3/5 times was able to reproduce stuck pedal. Top of the drivers plastic floor mats, right side, has a U cut out for the accelerator pedal. This needs to be trimmed another 1/2” or more to stop the issue. Could result in severe or fatal consequences.
ENGINE
Oct 21, 2025
2026 Acura MDX with 3.5 L V6 (J35Y-series) experienced connecting-rod bearing failure and total engine loss at 1,920 miles. Vehicle currently at dealer. Appears identical to failures under NHTSA PE25-008 (2016-2020 models)
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 21, 2025
I have experienced the vehicle not unlocking when the key fob is near(in my pocket) the vehicle and my hand is touching the door handles. The vehicle is designed to unlock when the key fob is in close proximity while hands are on the handle. This is a safety/security concern because in an emergency, the vehicle does not function as it is intended to.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Acura MDX have?
The 2026 Acura MDX has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2026 Acura MDX?
NHTSA has received 4 owner-reported complaints for the 2026 Acura MDX.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2026 Acura MDX?
The 2026 Acura MDX received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Acura MDX?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2026 Acura MDX are electrical system,unknown or other,forward collision avoidance (1 reports), vehicle speed control (1 reports), engine (1 reports).
Does the 2026 Acura MDX have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2026 Acura MDX. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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