The Lemon Index2011 Acura MDX.
The 2011 Acura MDX is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 16 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 30, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about transmission & drivetrain, it has 0 recalls, and it gets 18 mpg combined. The best Acura MDX year is 2010.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 70 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Acura MDX year. 2011 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 30K to 100K miles on the car (44 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 0
No safety recalls on record.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Acura told dealers about
Acura sent dealers 59 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Update on some model vehicles regarding testing of alternators with the gr8 alternator/starter…
- Service bulletin - The steering wheel vibrates or there is a moan from under the hood while…
- Service bulletin - The VSA indicator or the trailer stability assist warning is on with DTCs…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acura MDX SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $4400 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.7L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
At night time, the backup rear camera is useless due to insufficient lighting provided by the original equipment.
2011 Acura MDX owner · NHTSA complaint 10504586
Quick answers
Is the 2011 Acura MDX reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 3.3× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 30; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Acura MDX year by this measure is 2010.
What are the most common 2011 Acura MDX problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are transmission & drivetrain (19%), electrical (19%) and fuel system, gasoline (19%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2011 Acura MDX have?
None: NHTSA has no safety recalls on record for it.
What gas mileage does the 2011 Acura MDX get?
18 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2011 Acura MDX safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2011 Acura MDX problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 30,000 and 100,000 miles. The middle report was at 66,000 miles, from 44 complaints.
Does the 2011 Acura MDX have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 19% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2011 Acura MDX cost in fuel a year?
About $4400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2011 Acura MDX have?
3.7L 6-cyl.
What Acura MDX year is better than the 2011?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2010, 2012 and 2013.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works