Customer letter - This notice is being sent to owners of 2017 model year MDX (two-wheel drive version) vehicles that may have an Acura Genuine accessory temporary spare tire kit installed. All 2017 MDX vehicles came equipped with a tire repair kit, but some clients opted to buy an accessory temporary spare tire kit that was an optional accessory from the dealer. Incorrect accessory temporary spare tire kits may have been installed, and the spare wheel and/or wrench in the kit may not fit your vehicle and must be replaced.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2017 Acura MDX wheels problems
moderate Owners of the 2017 Acura MDX have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the wheels at roughly $400 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See wheels across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$400
| Model year | wheels complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 MDX (this page) | 3 |
| 2019 MDX | 3 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering wheels on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
DEALER MESSAGE - THE 2017 MDX TEMPORARY KIT PART NUMBERS LISTED BELOW WILL NOT APPLY TO THE 2017 MDX. HOLD ALL INVENTORY AND STOP SALES OF THESE PART NUMBERS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗DEALER MESSAGE - THE 2017 MDX TEMPORARY KIT PART NUMBERS LISTED BELOW WILL NOT APPLY TO THE 2017 MDX. HOLD ALL INVENTORY AND STOP SALES OF THESE PART NUMBERS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
Had wheels trouble with your 2017 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 wheels problem on the 2017 Acura MDX?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $400 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the wheels typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, wheels issues most often appear around 22,500 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 $400 for wheels 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 wheels?
No active recalls currently cover wheels issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
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/2017/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.