Acura MDX Sport Hybrid Problems by Year
NHTSA has 22 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, across 4 model years (2017–2020). The 2019 model year has the most complaints (8). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
Acura MDX Sport Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No MDX Sport Hybrid model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2019 MDX Sport Hybrid: 8 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2017 MDX Sport Hybrid: 8 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2020 MDX Sport Hybrid: 5 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Acura MDX Sport Hybrid problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Acura MDX Sport Hybrid model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 MDX Sport Hybrid | 5 | 1 | 5★ | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2019 MDX Sport Hybrid | 8 | 2 | 5★ | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2018 MDX Sport Hybrid | 1 | 2 | 5★ | Visibility/wiper | |
| 2017 MDX Sport Hybrid | 8 | 3 | 5★ | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Acura MDX Sport Hybrid years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2019 (8), 2017 (8), 2020 (5). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Acura MDX Sport Hybrid?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 8 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Acura MDX Sport Hybrid have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.