Should I buy a 2005 Acura MDX with documented cruise control problems?

Depends on the price and the specific vehicle. Documented cruise control issues should be priced into the purchase — if the seller is asking full retail, negotiate down by the expected repair cost. A pre-purchase inspection from an independent shop tells you whether THIS specific vehicle has already shown the symptoms or not.

2005 Acura MDX cruise control problems

severe Owners of the 2005 Acura MDX have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the cruise control at roughly $600 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See cruise control across all vehicles →

Complaints

Recalls

Avg fix

$600

cruise control complaints on the Acura MDX, by model year
Model year	cruise control complaints
2005 MDX (this page)	3
2009 MDX	4

2crashes

4injuries

What stands out

Of the 10 model years of Acura MDX we track for cruise control problems, this one has the fewest owner complaints on file (3).

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 19E068000 October 10, 2019

Dorman Products, Inc

If the accelerator pedal binds, the engine may not quickly return to idle after the pedal is no longer pressed, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dorman will notify owners, and qualified service facilities will replace the affected accelerator pedal assemblies, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2019. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, using option 5. Dorman's number for this recall is AS1019XXXX.

What owners are reporting 0 most recent

Had cruise control trouble with your 2005 Acura MDX? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2005 Acura MDX?

It's a meaningful issue. 3 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $600.

At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?

Based on the 3 complaints filed, cruise control issues most often appear around 67,125 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to cruise control?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2005/Acura/MDX. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.