Federal safety data shows 5 recalls and 165 complaints for the 2014 Acura MDX, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

165

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

19V2560002019-28-03

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Acura MDX and 2017-2019 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid vehicles. Moisture may enter the tailgate lid lights, possibly causing a loss of the tailgate lid lights and the taillights.

Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.

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15V4170002015-01-07

EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX and MDX AWD vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to December 16, 2014. The affected vehicles have air conditioning compressor clutch drive bolts that may not have received the proper anti-corrosion coating.

If a bolt was not coated, it may corrode and break as a result. If the bolt breaks, the compressor clutch plate may separate from the vehicle, possibly becoming a road hazard.

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13E0400002013-22-07

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

American Honda Motor Co. is recalling certain Trailer Hitch Harness Kits, Part Number 08L91-TZ5-200. These kits are for use in 2014 model year Acura MDX vehicles. The trailer hitch kit has a subharness that is incorrectly wired such that there may be no power supplied to an accessory trailer brake controller.

If the trailer brake controller is not powered, when towing a trailer, longer stopping distances could be required, increasing the risk of a crash.

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13V5710002013-14-11

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Acura MDX AWD vehicles manufactured May 6, 2013, through October 14, 2013. The bolts that attach the drive shaft to the automatic transmission transfer assembly may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the bolts could loosen possibly allowing the shaft to detach.

If the drive shaft detaches while driving it could cause excessive noise and possibly damage the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V2590002025-17-04

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles. Moisture may enter the tailgate lid light assembly and wiring harness, which can cause the interior and exterior lights to fail, including the lid lights, position lights, license plate lights and taillights.

Vehicle lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 165 issues reported over 1 model years, steering problems are the most common for the 2014 Acura MDX. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Steering22

02Power Train18

03Service Brakes11

04Unknown Or Other10

05Exterior Lighting9

165 total across 1 model years (2014–2014)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Acura MDX Fuel Economy

21–23mpg combined

18-20city

27-28hwy

$2,500-$2,750/yr

The 2014 Acura MDX delivers 21 to 23 MPG combined across 2 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

MDX 2WD - Automatic (S6)

23mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city28 hwy~$2,500/yr6/10 Average

MDX 4WD - Automatic (S6)

21mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

18 city27 hwy~$2,750/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2014 Acura MDX

30States

30%in top 3

Texas has the most inventory at 13%, with options spread across 30 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

TXTexas

1,76513%

NYNew York

1,3009%

NJNew Jersey

1,1828%

DCWashington DC

1,0437%

FLFlorida

9917%

ILIllinois

7305%

PAPennsylvania

7205%

CACalifornia

6174%

DEDelaware

6094%

MOMissouri

5644%

MDMaryland

5564%

GAGeorgia

3973%

NCNorth Carolina

3893%

COColorado

3162%

AZArizona

2852%

MNMinnesota

2101%

OH190

OR176

CT158

NV147

RI135

OK128

WI122

WA118

NH115

TN113

KY104

VA100

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2014.

Buying a 2014 Acura MDX?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2014 Acura MDX a good car to buy?

The 2014 Acura MDX has its strengths and its watch-outs. 5 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report steering as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2014 Acura MDX?

There are 5 documented recalls for the 2014 Acura MDX. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2014 Acura MDX?

You'll get between 21 and 23 MPG combined from the 2014 Acura MDX, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2014 Acura MDX?

Out of 165 owner complaints, steering issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.