2015 Acura MDX Reliability & Recall Report
Based on 8 NHTSA recalls and 71 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.
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High Reported Activity — 2015 Acura MDX
The 2015 Acura MDX shows high recall and complaint activity in NHTSA data. Review the issues below and have a thorough pre-purchase inspection done by an independent mechanic.
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8
NHTSA Recalls
8 recalls on record
71
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
5
Crash Reports
2 fire reports
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NHTSA Recalls — 2015 Acura MDX (8)
All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Acura dealer at no charge to the owner.
🔧 Exterior Lighting: Tail Lights
Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will modify the tailgate lid lights and install updated gaskets and a wiring sub-harness or will replace both tailgate lid lights. The repairs will…
🔧 Equipment: Appliance: Air Conditioner
If a bolt was not coated, it may corrode and break as a result. If the bolt breaks, the compressor clutch plate may separate from the vehicle, possibly becoming a road hazard.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air conditioning compressor clutch drive bolt and install a new clutch plate if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on…
🔧 Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage: Tank Assembly
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks, free of charge. Owners may contact Honda/Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. The recall began on July 29, 2016. Honda's…
🔧 Forward Collision Avoidance: Crash Imminent Braking
If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the CMBS software, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's…
🔧 Seat Belts
A seatbelt that does not function increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Honda has notified owners, and dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact Acura customer service…
🔧 Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall…
🔧 Exterior Lighting
Vehicle lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the wiring and install a fuse harness, replace the lid light, and repair the body dust sealer, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed…
🔧 Structure: Frame And Members
Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear subframe and install a rear subframe reinforcement kit and, as necessary, repair or replace the rear subframe components, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners…
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Most Common Problems — 2015 Acura MDX
Based on 71 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.
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Acura MDX — Complaints by Year
A spike means more owner complaints were filed for that model year. The 2015 model year is highlighted.
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⚠ Higher-complaint years: 2016, 2017 — These model years have more owner complaints in NHTSA data than the other years compared.
✅ Best model years: 2015, 2010, 2011 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.
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Frequently Asked Questions — 2015 Acura MDX
Is the 2015 Acura MDX reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 Acura MDX has 8 recall campaigns and 71 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated recall or complaint activity — review the details and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2015 Acura MDX have?
The 2015 Acura MDX has 8 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Acura MDX?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2015 Acura MDX are: Electrical System, Power Train, Unknown Or Other, Steering. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2015 Acura MDX safe to buy?
The 2015 Acura MDX has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 8 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Acura MDX should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Acura MDX are: 2015, 2010, 2011. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years with higher complaint counts: 2016, 2017.
How we score this: The score starts at 100 and subtracts points for the number of NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints filed for this model year, and for complaints that report crashes or fires. Newer model years get a small bonus because they have had less time to collect reports. These are raw counts and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, so popular models tend to have more recalls and complaints. Complaints are unverified owner reports. This grade is not a prediction about any individual vehicle and is not an inspection: check a specific car’s VIN for open recalls and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit
NHTSA.gov/recalls.