2007 Acura MDX Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 3, 2026 · 99 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other MDX years
Fewer complaints than other years 14th of 26 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 99 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Acura MDX. That ranks 14th out of 26 MDX model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (51 complaints, 52%), typically at around 100,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 fires, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Acura MDX
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Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2007 Acura MDX problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System51 · ~100,000 mi
Suspension12 · ~86,000 mi
Engine11 · ~104,000 mi
Steering10 · ~99,000 mi
Air Bags8 · ~101,500 mi
Power Train8 · ~93,000 mi
Unknown or Other7 · ~118,000 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling4 · ~39,970 mi
Exterior Lighting3 · ~72,000 mi
Seat Belts2 · ~24,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System problems5152%100,000“hands free” (12%)—
Suspension1212%86,000——
Engine1111%104,000——
Steering1010%99,000——
Air Bags88%101,500——
Power Train88%93,000——
Unknown or Other77%118,000——
Engine and Engine Cooling44%39,970——
Exterior Lighting33%72,000——
Seat Belts22%24,500——
Seats22%88,000——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)11%———
Equipment11%85,000——
Fuel/propulsion System11%———
Structure11%63,000——
Tires11%22,000——
Vehicle Speed Control11%———
Visibility11%23,000——
Wheels11%85,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2015, with 15 complaints
2007: 2200722008: 442009: 2200922010: 662011: 5201152012: 772013: 7201372014: 882015: 152015152016: 11112017: 142017142018: 442019: 8201982020: 222021: 1202112022: 222026: 120261

n = 99 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2007 Acura MDX recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2007 Acura MDX.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The driver's seat wiring harness on my daughter's 2007 Acura MDX has failed under normal operating conditions. The physical adjustment and movement of the driver's seat causes the factory wiring harness to over-tension and fracture internally. This has resulted in an intermittent, escalating…

Air Bags · received Jun 3, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11741869

As I was driving on 278 headed south traveling at approximately 65mph, the radio shut off as well as the car. There was a warning light that said "Check emission" The ABS light would come on as well I had to try to get the car into the far right lane and restarted the car. I was able to restart the…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Oct 11, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11488824

The engine does not start at once and when the key is turned off to try again, the engine explodes and the upper part of the engine case is completely torn off. At this time, there was a huge explosion sound like a bomb exploding and a lot of black smoke came out. It's not really a rocket engine…

Unknown or Other · received Sep 15, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11484554

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 acura mdx. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced electrical failures where the power doors unlock and lock without warning. Additionally, the windows would raise and lower without warning. The vehicle would lose power without warning. The vehicle was not taken…

Electrical System · received Mar 2, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11398763

My 2007 acura mdx is experiencing a common problem with the power steering pump. Acura issued an extension on the warranty for this issue, but that extension only lasted seven years. As someone who acquired the car after 2014 i was automatically not qualified in this common problem. Acura has…

Steering · received Aug 17, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11349871

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Acura MDX?

Owners most often report electrical system, suspension, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 51 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Acura MDX?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2007 Acura MDX a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MDX model years, the 2007 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.