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Acura MDX Type S2018

Includes:MDX|Type S
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Where to Find Acura MDX Type S

Location data for all 2018 Acura MDX trims combined

32States

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Acura MDX Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2018 Acura MDX trims

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 4 recalls and 162 complaints for the 2018 Acura MDX, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

4
Recalls
162
Complaints
3
Crashes
4
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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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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26V3320002026-21-05
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.

Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.

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26V3650002026-04-06
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles that were sold in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. The rear subframe may corrode at the suspension mounting points, which can result in rear suspension component failure.

Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 162 issues reported over 1 model years, engine and engine cooling,fuel system, gasoline problems are the most common for the 2018 Acura MDX. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Engine And Engine Cooling,fuel System, Gasoline11
02Forward Collision Avoidance,lane Departure9
03Engine9
04Fuel System, Gasoline9
05Power Train8
162 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Acura MDX Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2018 Acura MDX trims

21–27mpg combined
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19-26city
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26-27hwy
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$3,050-$3,700/yr

The 2018 Acura MDX delivers 21 to 27 MPG combined across 5 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
MDX Hybrid AWD - Automatic (AM-S7)
27mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
26 city27 hwy~$3,050/yr6/10 Average
MDX FWD - Automatic (S9)
23mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$3,550/yr5/10 Average
MDX AWD - Automatic (S9)
22mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$3,700/yr4/10 Average

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

Type S Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2018 Acura MDX Type S

How does the Type S compare to other Acura MDX trims?

The Type S occupies a distinct position in the Acura MDX range. See how it stacks up on the 2018 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2018 Acura MDX Type S?

Maintenance costs for the Type S align with the broader Acura MDX ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2018 model year has 4 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is engine and engine cooling,fuel system, gasoline. Check the 2018 Acura MDX page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Acura MDX Type S?

For the Type S, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Acura MDX buyer's guide.

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