2017 Acura Mdx
Common Problems
Ranked from 94 federal NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
23 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Failure
18complaintsHigh severityEngineThe connecting rod bearing in the engine fails, leading to engine seizure and requiring a complete engine rebuild.
Related recall: 23V751000
- 2
Electrical System Malfunction
9complaintsMedium severityElectricalVarious warning lights appear randomly, affecting the collision system, lane departure system, and brake system.
- 3
Engine Seizure Due to Internal Failure
8complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine suddenly seizes while driving, causing the vehicle to lose power and become inoperable.
$4,000–$8,000est. engine replacement · 12–20 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 23V751000
- 4
Vehicle Speed Control Issues
8complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle unexpectedly shifts into neutral while driving, causing loss of power and creating a dangerous situation.
- 5
Electrical system failures leading to unexpected braking and warning lights
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe electrical system causes unexpected braking and warning lights to illuminate, posing a safety concern.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Engine Acceleration Issues
6complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine fails to accelerate properly, resulting in loss of power and difficulty in maintaining speed.
Related recall: 23V751000
- 7
Engine Knocking and Ticking Noise
6complaintsMedium severityEngineAn internal engine failure causes a knocking and ticking noise, indicating a potential catastrophic failure if not addressed.
Related recall: 23V751000
- 8
Engine Power Loss During Driving
6complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine loses power and stalls while driving, accompanied by multiple warning lights illuminating on the dashboard.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 23V751000
- 9
Transmission issues leading to loss of power and jerking
6complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission hesitates and jerks when accelerating, causing loss of power and requiring multiple resets.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Forward Collision Avoidance System Failure
5complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe forward-facing multipurpose camera fails, disabling critical safety systems such as LKAS, ACC, and CMBS.
- 11
Sunroof failures leading to shattering and explosion
5complaintsHigh severityOtherThe sunroof unexpectedly shatters or explodes while driving, posing a significant safety risk.
Related recall: 19V060000
- 12
Unintended acceleration and sudden deceleration
5complaintsSafety riskOtherThe car suddenly accelerates without driver input and then decelerates, risking collision or loss of control.
Related recall: 19V060000
- 13
Engine Knocking Sound
4complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine produces a loud knocking sound, indicating potential internal engine failure or wear.
Related recall: 23V751000
- 14
Transmission Shifting Issues
4complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission unexpectedly shifts to neutral and fails to return to drive, causing the vehicle to stall.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Electrical System Errors
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalMultiple electrical system errors cause various warning lights to illuminate and disrupt vehicle functionality.
- 16
Electrical System Malfunction Causing Dashboard Lights to Flicker
2complaintsLow severityElectricalDashboard lights flicker and headlights turn on intermittently, indicating an electrical system malfunction.
- 17
Engine and Engine Cooling System Failure
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe engine and engine cooling system fail, leading to abnormal noises and warning lights, often requiring engine replacement.
Related recall: 19V060000
- 18
Engine Failure Due to Bottom-End Failure
2complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine experiences a bottom-end failure, requiring a full engine replacement, leaving the vehicle stranded.
$4,000–$8,000est. engine replacement · 12–20 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 23V751000
- 19
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
2complaintsLow severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle when the stop-start system engages, causing the vehicle to lose power.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 23V751000
- 20
Engine Stalling During Start-Up
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls during start-up, often due to internal damage or misfire, requiring immediate attention.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 23V751000
- 21
Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe forward collision avoidance system engages unexpectedly, causing the vehicle to brake without warning.
Related recall: 19V060000
- 22
Transmission Failure Causing Loss of Power and Jerking
2complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission fails at highway speeds, causing the vehicle to lose power and jerk, posing a safety risk.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 23
Transmission Shifting to Neutral Unexpectedly
2complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission unexpectedly shifts to neutral at highway speeds, causing the vehicle to lose power and potentially leading to accidents.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.