The 2015 Acura MDX's elevated safety profile includes 4 recall campaigns and 69 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

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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14V6390002014-10-10

SEAT BELTS

American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to August 25, 2014, and 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to November 25, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the driver and front passenger seat belt may not extend or retract in low temperatures.

A seatbelt that does not function increases the risk of injury in 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

The 2015 Acura MDX has accumulated 69 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train8

02Unknown Or Other6

03Electrical System5

04Structure5

05Exterior Lighting4

69 total across 1 model years (2015–2015)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Acura MDX Fuel Economy

21–23mpg combined

18-20city

27-28hwy

$2,500-$2,750/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 2015 Acura MDX ranges from 21 to 23 MPG combined. That's a 2 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

MDX 2WD - Automatic (S6)

23mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city28 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 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 2015 Acura MDX

30States

30%in top 3

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 13% of listings are there. But with 30 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

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 2015.

2015 Acura MDX: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2015 Acura MDX a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2015 Acura MDX. There are 4 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2015 Acura MDX?

Yes, 4 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2015 Acura MDX?

Fuel economy ranges from 21 to 23 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $217 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2015 Acura MDX?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 69 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2015 compare to other Acura MDX years?

Each Acura MDX model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Acura MDX overview page.