2022 Acura Mdx
Common Problems
Ranked from 62 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
12 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.
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Transfer Case and Transmission Spline Failure
15complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transfer case and transmission splines fail, causing the vehicle to revert to front-wheel drive and experience a loss of all-wheel drive.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Steering Column Vibration and Locking
13complaintsMedium severitySteeringSteering column vibrations occur upon extension, and the steering wheel locks up unexpectedly, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System Failure
7complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe AWD system fails, reverting the vehicle to front-wheel drive and reducing traction in poor weather conditions.
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Sunroof spontaneous explosion
7complaintsHigh severityOtherThe sunroof unexpectedly explodes, creating a loud noise and potentially causing injury.
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Drivetrain Clunking and Loss of Power
6complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe drivetrain produces a clunking noise and experiences a loss of power during acceleration, transitioning to front-wheel drive.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Suspension Sensor Corrosion and Failure
6complaintsMedium severitySuspensionSuspension stroke sensors and wiring harnesses corrode, leading to issues with the vehicle's handling and stability.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction
5complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe forward collision avoidance system engages unexpectedly without detecting an obstacle.
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Brake System Malfunctions
4complaintsHigh severityBrakesBrake system malfunctions include brake lock-up, brake failure, and brake warning lights, posing a significant safety risk.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Unexplained Acceleration
4complaintsHigh severityOtherThe vehicle accelerates unexpectedly without any input from the driver, posing a safety risk.
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Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunctions
2complaintsMedium severityOtherForward collision avoidance systems engage unexpectedly, causing sudden and strong braking, leading to potential rear-end collisions.
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Sunroof Explosions
2complaintsHigh severityOtherSunroofs have exploded during operation, posing a serious safety hazard to passengers.
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Suspension and Wheel Failures
2complaintsMedium severitySuspensionSuspension and wheel failures, including tire and rim replacements and air suspension issues, compromise vehicle handling and safety.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 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.