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2012 Acura MDX

The 2012 Acura MDX has 101 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (25%) concerns engine. After that come electrical system (13%) and drivetrain & axles (12%).

At a glance

Complaints
101 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Engine 25% of complaints
Recalls
1
Fuel economy
18 MPG combined
Safety rating
4 of 5 stars NHTSA overall

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

The 2012 Acura MDX has 101 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (25%) concerns engine. After that come electrical system (13%) and drivetrain & axles (12%).

  • Engine 25%
  • Electrical system 13%
  • Drivetrain & axles 12%
  • Air bags 9%
  • Body & structure 5%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2012 Acura MDX

Recalls

The 2012 Acura MDX is affected by 1 safety recall campaign in NHTSA's records.

All 1 recall campaigns for the 2012 Acura MDX

Fuel economy

The EPA rates the 2012 Acura MDX at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway).

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Safety rating

In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2012 Acura MDX earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Frontal, side and rollover ratings

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