With 3 recalls and 229 complaints, the 2017 Acura MDX rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

229

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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18V7770002018-01-11

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura MDX, 2017-2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda HR-V and Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

A reduction of braking performance increases 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

The 2017 Acura MDX's biggest weak point? ENGINE. It leads 229 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine43

02Power Train33

03Engine And Engine Cooling17

04Unknown Or Other15

05Fuel/propulsion System6

229 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Acura MDX Fuel Economy

21–27mpg combined

19-26city

26-27hwy

$2,150-$2,650/yr

Fuel economy for the 2017 Acura MDX ranges from 21 to 27 MPG combined across 5 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim

MDX Hybrid AWD - Automatic (AM-S7)

27mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

26 city27 hwy~$2,150/yr6/10 Average

MDX FWD - Automatic (S9)

23mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city27 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average

MDX AWD - Automatic (S9)

22mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$2,650/yr5/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2017 Acura MDX

30States

30%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (13%), but the remaining listings are spread across 29 other states nationwide.

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 2017.

Buying a 2017 Acura MDX?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2017 Acura MDX a good car to buy?

The 2017 Acura MDX has its strengths and its watch-outs. 3 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report engine 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 2017 Acura MDX?

There are 3 documented recalls for the 2017 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 2017 Acura MDX?

You'll get between 21 and 27 MPG combined from the 2017 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 2017 Acura MDX?

Out of 229 owner complaints, engine issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.