The Lemon Index2011 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 (S6) | AWD | 16 / 21 / 18 | Premium | $4,300 |
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 30,000 and 100,000 miles. Median 66,000, from 44 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 91,100 | 60,500–121,800 | 14 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 44,400 | 19,800–97,700 | 6 |
| Electrical | 101,700 | 43,800–128,400 | 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 |
|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 19% |
| Electrical | 19% |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 19% |
| Brakes | 12% |
| Speed control | 12% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 59
Acura filed 59 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- 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…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acura MDX SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | 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.
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