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ProblemsByVin File / 2014-ACURA-MDX
2014 · acura

acura MDX problems

2 safety recalls. 164 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.2 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

steering
37 reports · avg $700
severe
powertrain
23 reports · avg $2,500
severe
electrical
19 reports · avg $850
severe
brakes
12 reports · avg $450
moderate
lighting
12 reports · avg $250
moderate
cruise control
11 reports · avg $600
severe
body
9 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
engine
8 reports · avg $3,100
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2014 MDX · airbags Crash
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 ACURA MDX. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH ON A SNOWY DAY, THE VEHICLE SLID ACROSS THE INTERSECTION AND CRASHED INTO A GUARDRAIL. THE FAILURE IMPACTED THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE, BUT ONLY THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED.…
12/30/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10816966.0
2014 MDX · visibility
DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WINDOW WAS INOPERABLE SEVERAL DAYS OVER THE WINTER. ACURA SAID IT WAS DUE TO POLAR VORTEX. OTHER WINDOWS WORKED FIND. DOOR HANDLE ON THIS DOOR HAS ALSO FAILED. STRUGGLE WITH WINDSHIELD FROSTS ON DRIVERS SIDE AS WELL. IT SEEMS LIKE THERE IS A BAD SEAL ON THIS…
12/30/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10668996.0
2014 MDX · steering
I HAVE AN 2014 SH-AWD ADVANCE WITH ENTERTAINMENT PACKAGE. AFTER HAVING VEHICLE A FEW MONTHS I MADE A CALL ABOUT NOISE COMING FROM OUTSIDE OF CAR WHEN BACKING AND/OR PULLING FORWARD LIKE DOING A 3 POINT TURN. WAS TOLD IT WAS NORMAL FOR THIS VEHICLE. I ASKED WHEN TAKING VEHICLE…
12/29/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10668683.0
2014 MDX · steering
VEHICLE WOULD NOT START INITIALLY AND DISPLAYED SEVERAL ERROR CODES ONCE IT FINALLY STARTED. ONCE I BEGAN DRIVING IT DID NOT HAVE NORMAL STEERING CONTROL AND SEEMED AS THE TRANSMISSION HAD PROBLEMS. IT WOULDN'T ACCELERATE NORMALLY AND THE RPMS RAN HIGHER THAN USUAL. THERE WAS NO…
12/28/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11057252.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 13E040000 22/07/2013

American Honda Motor Co

If the trailer brake controller is not powered, when towing a trailer, longer stopping distances could be required, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners and Acura dealers will correct the trailer hitch subharness wiring, free of charge. The recall began on August 23, 2013. Owners may contact Acura Customer Service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's number for this campaign is JB2.
severe NHTSA 13V571000 14/11/2013

American Honda Motor Co

If the drive shaft detaches while driving it could cause excessive noise and possibly damage the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the drive shaft attaching bolts as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009 or visit their website at www.recalls.honda.com. Honda's recall number is JC8.

Common questions

Is the 2014 Acura MDX reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 164 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Acura MDX is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2014 Acura MDX?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is steering, with 37 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The steering is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Acura MDX has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Acura MDX?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 164 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $700, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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