The Lemon Index2009 Acura MDX. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 1
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L 6-cyl | Auto (S5) | 4Wheel or AWD | 15 / 20 / 17 | Premium | $4,550 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 17,900 and 91,000 miles. Median 55,000, from 37 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 72,500 | 45,000–92,800 | 14 |
| Engine | 74,000 | 45,000–124,900 | 7 |
| Speed control | 55,000 | 7,900–125,000 | 5 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 20% |
| Seats | 20% |
| Lights | 13% |
| Electrical | 13% |
| Speed control | 13% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 35
Acura filed 35 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- "service bulletin - in cold areas, the front active dampers may be susceptible to leaking
- Service bulletin - in cold areas, the rear active dampers may be susceptible to leaking
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
Updated
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