The 2023 Acura MDX has a low safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 36 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

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.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 36 owners have filed complaints about the 2023 Acura MDX. POWER TRAIN issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Power Train7

02Unknown Or Other3

03Vehicle Speed Control2

04Service Brakes2

05Forward Collision Avoidance2

36 total across 1 model years (2023–2023)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Acura MDX Fuel Economy

19–22mpg combined

17-19city

21-26hwy

$3,700-$4,300/yr

Across 3 configurations, the 2023 Acura MDX returns 19–22 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

MDX FWD - Automatic (S10)

22mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$3,700/yr5/10 Average

MDX AWD - Automatic (S10)

21mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

19 city25 hwy~$3,900/yr4/10 Average

MDX AWD Type-S - Automatic (S10)

19mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

17 city21 hwy~$4,300/yr4/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2023 Acura MDX

32States

30%in top 3

11% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 32 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

1,84911%

NYNew York

1,55710%

FLFlorida

1,4629%

NJNew Jersey

1,3468%

DCWashington DC

1,1377%

ILIllinois

8996%

PAPennsylvania

7955%

DEDelaware

7174%

CACalifornia

6634%

MOMissouri

6514%

MDMaryland

6354%

GAGeorgia

4873%

NCNorth Carolina

3742%

AZ311

OH284

MN242

CO228

OK203

RI172

OR171

WI148

TN134

CT133

IN127

NH123

VA119

NV119

WA114

MS112

MI94

SD92

KY92

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2023.

Buying a 2023 Acura MDX?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2023 Acura MDX a good car to buy?

The 2023 Acura MDX has its strengths and its watch-outs. 1 recall has been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report power train 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 2023 Acura MDX?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2023 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 2023 Acura MDX?

You'll get between 19 and 22 MPG combined from the 2023 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 2023 Acura MDX?

Out of 36 owner complaints, power train issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.