2025 Acura Mdx Safety Report
2025 Acura MDX Safety and Reliability Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2025 Acura Mdx
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2025 Acura Mdx. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (2) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (38) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 1 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Electrical System,Engine | Compare electrical system,engine issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2026 | Compare against the 2026 Acura Mdx with 4 complaints and 0 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2020 | Check the 2020 Acura Mdx before buying across this generation. |
Acura Mdx Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Acura Mdx years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Acura Mdx | 4 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2024 Acura Mdx | 32 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2023 Acura Mdx | 32 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2022 Acura Mdx | 105 | 1 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Acura Mdx | 193 | 6 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2019 Acura Mdx | 171 | 7 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2025 Acura Mdx Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2025 Acura Mdx, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Electrical System,Engine
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Engine issues Acura onlyUnknown Or Other
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Acura onlyEngine
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Acura onlyElectrical System
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Acura onlyElectrical System,Unknown Or Other,Engine
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Unknown Or Other,Engine issues Acura onlyUnknown Or Other,Engine
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other,Engine issues Acura onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2025 Acura Mdx
Reliability Score
The 2025 Acura Mdx receives a reliability score of 5 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates below-average reliability. Significant issues have been reported by owners and should be carefully evaluated before purchase.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2025 Acura Mdx
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2025 Acura Mdx
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2025 Acura Mdx:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System, Engine Multiple reports of electrical system and engine issues, including engine stalling and auto-idle stop malfunctions. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic Recall for service brakes, affecting certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX and 2023-2025 Acura MDX models. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Sunroof Explosion Sunroof has exploded while driving, causing safety concerns and distraction. |
High | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Back Over Prevention, Software Recall for back over prevention software, affecting certain 2025 Acura MDX models. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2025 Acura Mdx:
38% of reported issues are related to the electrical system.
25% of reported issues are related to the engine.
20% of reported issues are related to the auto-idle stop function.
10% of reported issues are related to the sunroof.
Recall Details for the 2025 Acura Mdx
The following 2 recalls have been issued for the 2025 Acura Mdx by NHTSA:
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Consequence: A brake pedal that shifts out of position can prevent the driver from applying the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are FLX and XLY.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Acura MDX vehicles. The touchscreen in the center console may go blank, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the center information display unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is RKZ.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2025 Acura Mdx
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2025 Acura Mdx with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
The contact owns a 2025 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle bucked for approximately 3-seconds before the vehicle stalled. The hazards were activated, the vehicle was turned off, and the contact waited before restarting the vehicle. While restarting the vehicle, several warning lights quickly flashed, and the vehicle failed to exceed 4 MPH while drivi...
Car stalls at idle. Auto Idle does not allow engine to restart from stop. Creating dangerous situations when on highway traffic, traveling around town and more. 2025 MDX, 21,000 Miles Nov 2025 at 14,500 miles reported issue after experiencing intermittently for a few months. Filters replaced, software updated Dec 2025 issue still occurring battery replaced March 2026 issue still occurring star...
There are times when my car comes to a stop shuts off ( auto off) then will not turn back on. This has happened numerous times. The dealers states that this a battery problem
On several occasions, when the vehicle has been driving and comes to a stop in traffic. the auto start stop kills the engine when the brake is fully depressed. When we take our foot off the brake the engine will not start and a notification is shown on the dash. to start the engine push brake and ignition button. When we follow those directions the it does not start the engine. It usually requ...
When I was at a stop light, the car shut off and went into park. I believe the Idle Stop was off at the time. When I tried to shift to drive it told me I needed to start the car by holding the brake and the button. It took a couple of attempts for it to cycle through and start. This happened several weeks prior to the incident yesterday. It is currently at the dealership. When I googled th...
2025 Acura MDX failed to restart after an auto-idle stop at a light in heavy traffic. Second time this has happened and dealer has not resolved
My 2025 Acura MDX (under 10,000 miles) has failed to restart after the automatic idle stop engaged at stoplights and drive-thru lines at least 7 separate times. When I release the brake, the engine often remains off and the vehicle will not move, leaving me stopped in traffic. I have not yet required a jump start, but on several occasions the vehicle came very close to not restarting at all. This ...
Auto Idle Stop/Auto Start-Stop Issue- On multiple occasions, occurring randomly, the vehicle will not start at stoplights after auto-idle stop is engaged. Sometimes this happens after the vehicle has been running for over an hour. Currently, the vehicle must be completely powered down and then restarted to revive engine.
Sunroof exploded while driving on the interstate. A loud noise and glass was everywhere inside the truck on my passenger and I. The distraction caused me to slam on brakes injuring my foot in which I’m out of work for 4 weeks
When stopped at a red light on a busy off ramp to a busy highway, the car's engine idle function turned the engine off (as anticipated), but then upon releasing the brake, the car did not turn on. I was stalled in the middle of traffic, which is a significant safety issue. I had to turn the car completely off, wait a few seconds, and turn back on. this car is marketing for families with its third ...
Autostart (stop/start) stopped engine but failed to restart car. Had to shut down computer and restart computer and then car started. Cars were coming around blind corner serving to avoid us. Has since happened multiple times just starting up vehicle (not involving autostart). Taken to Acura dealership 3 times to fix, but they have been unable to resolve issue.
The auto start stop function is not working, the car turn-off completely and I have to start the engine by pressing the start button.
I was at a red light. My auto idle kicked in. I went to turn it off and Either simultaneously or right before I hit the idle off button my car stalled. It took several attempts to turn back on and a bunch of codes threw. I almost got rear ended. This is a known problem. Ive contacted acura / honda via email as well.
I am a three-time Acura owner currently leasing a 2025 Acura MDX through Honda/Acura. On or about 12/02/2025, at approximately 16,297 miles, a front parking sensor fell out of the front bumper while I was driving. I am concerned that this reduces the reliability of the front parking/safety system and could put safety at risk if a driver relies on the sensors to detect obstacles at low speeds (par...
This has happend twice in the past 2 months, I came to a red light and the auto stop/start engaged automatically. When the light turned green and the vehicle was supposed to engage it turned off completely, all lights on the dash came on and it and wouldn't restart. Had to open the drivers side door and try to restart the vehicle, it restarted after a few tries. Very dangerous intersection I wa...
i purchased the vehicle March of 2025. Since I have been to the dealership on multiple occasions. I was there less than a week after purchase because there was a noise coming from the front tire the dealership balanced the tire. The noise was still there so i returned and the next time they replaced the front wheel bearings. I still have issues with the steering wheel shaking so they replaced all ...
The idle-stop function would frequently malfunction. I would be at a stop, which would trigger the idle-stop function and the car would turn off, but when I released my foot off the break in preparation for needing to start moving, the car would stall and shut completely off. There was about a five second delay before I could get the car to turn back on and start moving, which was very scary with ...
When the car comes to a stop, the engine will shut down after idling. This is by design. The problem is that the engine shuts off and does not start up again. This is very dangers when turning across traffic. I took the car in for maintenance and they said this is a known issue but there is no fix. The internet has many complaints and some people are having their starters replaced. This problem ha...
2025 Acura MDX Aspec Advanced - Experienced 3 instances of failure to restart after engine idle shutoff or normal shutoff. Periodically starting the vehicle makes a buzzing or resistance type of sound, but usually will start. 1) 8/8/2025 Returning from shopping turned off vehicle in driveway to open hatch to unload items. Upon re-entering the vehicle (~5 mins) the push start failed to start - engi...
When the auto idle stop system is enabled my Acura will shut down completely when the vehicle comes to a complete stop and the idle stop system will not reengage as it should when your foot comes off the brake and the car shuts completely off and goes into park. This has happened 3 times, the last one occurring on a very busy highway, and I'm thankful I wasn't rear ended by the car behind me. Tra...
Showing 20 of 38 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2025 Acura Mdx
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Crank/Camshaft Position Sensor
Opened 2025-03-26
On June 3, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE22005 after the agency received VOQs and several field reports concerning the Auto Idle Stop (AIS) feature on 2016-2019MY Honda Pilot vehicles. The complaints allege that the engine fails to restart on its own from a complete stop at a traffic light or road intersection with the AIS function engaged. The subject vehicles are equipped with a 3.5L engine with a 9-speed automatic transmission. On January 6, 2023, ...
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2025 Acura Mdx
TSBs are manufacturer-acknowledged issues with recommended fixes. Unlike recalls, TSB repairs are not always free.
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2024-2026 MDXs with a client complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with the DTC P0441 (EVAP System Purge Flow Malfunction) stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to colle...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2024-2026 MDXs with a client complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with the DTC P0441 (EVAP System Purge Flow Malfunction) stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to colle...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2024-2026 MDXs with a client complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with the DTC P0441 (EVAP System Purge Flow Malfunction) stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to colle...
Tech Line Summary - The vehicle's infotainment system displays previously viewed SMS messages upon each ignition cycle, when the customer's Android phone is connected via Bluetooth.
Over The Air System Updates - Vehicles equipped with the System Updates application are capable of downloading and installing Over the Air System updates (OTA). A connection to a Wi-Fi network is needed to perform the update over the air. System updates contain upgrades that fix operational errors a...
Over the Air System Update - System updates contain upgrades that fix operational errors and/or provide a variety of enhancements, which adds new functionality. Information about the various software releases can be found in this document.
Tech Line - Customers may experience error code S001 with their audio unit. The vehicle may also have DTC B2B05-92 CAN Gateway error stored due to the dealership’s wi-fi settings.
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 MDXs with a client complaint of a no auto re-start condition after going into an auto idle stop. The push button ignition may or may not restart the engine. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM ...
Tech Line Summary - Customers are complaining of a clicking noise from front of vehicle while turning at low speeds. This is a temporary solution to address the issue.
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 MDXs with a client complaint of a no auto re-start condition after going into an auto idle stop. The push button ignition may or may not restart the engine. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM ...
Service Bulletin - Customers are experiencing screeching, squeaking, rubbing, or scraping from the rear wheel area due to rocks are getting caught between the rear brake disk and splash guard.
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 MDX with a client complaint of a no auto re-start condition after going into an auto idle stop. The push button ignition may or may not restart the engine. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM w...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 MDXs with a client complaint of a front suspension noise while turning left and/or right. The noise can be described as a clicking. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect spe...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2025 MDX’s with a client complaint of no sound while making Android Auto or Bluetooth phone calls. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect information from the vehicle prior to you atte...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2025 RDXs and 2022-2025 MDXs with a client complaint of a pop noise in the rear sunroof area. Clients may describe a single pop noise heard while driving over a bump or turning in and out of driveways. To better unde...
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2025 RDXs and 2022-2025 MDXs with a client complaint of a pop noise in the rear sunroof area. Clients may describe a single pop noise heard while driving over a bump or turning in and out of driveways. To better unde...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2025 Acura Mdx
Has the 2025 ACURA MDX been recalled?
Yes, the 2025 ACURA MDX has 2 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2025 ACURA MDX have?
The 2025 ACURA MDX has 38 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 1 involved crashes. 1 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2025 ACURA MDX?
The 2025 ACURA MDX does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 ACURA MDX?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2025 ACURA MDX involve electrical system,engine (7 complaints), unknown or other (6 complaints), engine (5 complaints). Other affected components include electrical system, electrical system,unknown or other,engine, unknown or other,engine.
How many crash reports does the 2025 ACURA MDX have?
There are 1 crash reports associated with the 2025 ACURA MDX out of 38 total complaints (2.6% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2025 ACURA MDX have?
There are no fire reports for the 2025 ACURA MDX in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2025 ACURA MDX?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2025 ACURA MDX.
How many injuries are reported for the 2025 ACURA MDX?
1 injury has been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2025 ACURA MDX. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2025 ACURA MDX?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2025 ACURA MDX is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 38 complaints, 2 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2025 ACURA MDX?
The components with the most failures on the 2025 ACURA MDX are: 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE (7 complaints), 2. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (6 complaints), 3. ENGINE (5 complaints), 4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2 complaints), 5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE (2 complaints). ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE is the single most-reported problem area with 7 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2025 ACURA MDX?
Be cautious of electrical system and engine issues, as well as recalls for service brakes and back over prevention. Regular maintenance is crucial. The 2025 ACURA MDX has 38 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record.
How reliable is the 2025 ACURA MDX?
The 2025 ACURA MDX receives a reliability score of 5/100, indicating below-average reliability. This is based on 38 owner complaints, 2 recalls, and 1 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Electrical System, Engine and Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
What are the known issues with the 2025 ACURA MDX?
Known issues with the 2025 ACURA MDX include: Electrical System, Engine, Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Sunroof Explosion, Back Over Prevention, Software. These are based on patterns found across 38 NHTSA complaints. 2 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2025 Acura MDX?
Electrical system and engine issues are the most common, including engine stalling and auto-idle stop malfunctions.
Have there been any recalls for the 2025 Acura MDX?
Yes, recalls have been issued for service brakes and back over prevention software.
What should I do if I experience engine stalling or auto-idle stop issues?
Contact your dealer for inspection and repair, as these issues can be dangerous.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of electrical system and engine issues, as well as recalls for service brakes and back over prevention. Regular maintenance is crucial.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2025 Acura Mdx
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2025 Acura Mdx. The data includes 38 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 2 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 1 reported crashes, 1 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-13