Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 45 complaints for the 2025 Acura MDX, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

25V0320002025-23-01

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Acura MDX vehicles. The touchscreen in the center console may go blank, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 45 issues reported over 1 model years, electrical system,engine problems are the most common for the 2025 Acura MDX. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Electrical System,engine8

02Engine7

03Unknown Or Other7

04Electrical System3

05Electrical System,unknown Or Other,engine3

45 total across 1 model years (2025–2025)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Acura MDX Fuel Economy

19–22mpg combined

17-19city

21-26hwy

$2,650-$3,050/yr

The 2025 Acura MDX delivers 19 to 22 MPG combined across 3 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

MDX FWD - Automatic (S10)

22mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

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

MDX AWD - Automatic (S10)

21mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

19 city25 hwy~$2,750/yr4/10 Average

MDX AWD Type-S - Automatic (S10)

19mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

17 city21 hwy~$3,050/yr4/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2025 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 2025.

2025 Acura MDX Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2025 Acura MDX a good car to buy?

The 2025 Acura MDX has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is electrical system,engine, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2025 Acura MDX?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2025 Acura MDX. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2025 Acura MDX?

Depending on configuration, the 2025 Acura MDX delivers 19–22 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2025 Acura MDX?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE is the number-one complaint area for the 2025 Acura MDX, based on 45 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.