The Lemon Index2012 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 12,600 and 88,500 miles. Median 62,500, from 46 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 87,500 | 79,000–108,200 | 8 |
| Electrical | 41,000 | 7,100–93,500 | 12 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 78,000 | 15,100–87,500 | 11 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 27% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 27% |
| Lights | 18% |
| Backup camera | 18% |
| Equipment adaptive / mobility | 18% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
12V063000 Feb 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline / Storage / Tank Assembly
Defect. HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 PILOT AND ACURA MDX VEHICLES. THE VENT SHUT FLOAT (VSF) VALVE CASE IN THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY DOES NOT MEET THE DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS.
Risk. AS A RESULT, FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE TANK, INCREASING THE RISK OF FIRE.
Remedy. HONDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VSF ASSEMBLY DATE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 13, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.
Manufacturer communications 87
Acura filed 87 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 - a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acura MDX SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
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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