2018 ACURA MDX SPORT HYBRID
2 recalls — 1 complaints — 34 TSBs — 5/5 safety rating
19V256000 Mar 28, 2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Acura MDX and 2017-2019 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid vehicles. Moisture may enter the tailgate lid lights, possibly causing a loss of the tailgate lid lights and the taillights.
Consequence
Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Acura will notify owners, and dealers will modify the tailgate lid lights and install updated gaskets and a wiring sub-harness or will replace both tailgate lid lights. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-2... Read more
18V777000 Nov 1, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura MDX, 2017-2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda HR-V and Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance... Read more
Consequence
A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C31 and L30.
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 13, 2018
Incident date: Mar 29, 2018
I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE NEW, IN LATE MARCH 2018; I BELIEVE WE TOOK DELIVERY ON MARCH 29, 2018. WE HAVE HAD AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH THE MEMORY POSITIONING OF THE STEERING WHEEL. OUR VEHICLE HAS THE ADVANCED PACKAGE. INTERMITTENTLY, THE SEAT WILL GO TO THE MEMORIZED POSITION, BUT THE STEERING WHEEL WI... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2018 ACURA MDX SPORT HYBRID
2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid SUV AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash — Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash — Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash — Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash — Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 16.4% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2018 ACURA MDX SPORT HYBRID
34 manufacturer communications from 14 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 3 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 3 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 2 |
| 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 2 |
| 220000 SEATS | 2 |
B19-019
Mar 3, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Service Bulletin - Recall update for 2014 - 2019 MDX and 2017 - 2019 MDX Hybrid Sport models. An uneven sealing surface allows moisture to enter the inner taillight(s), causing one or all of the taillights not to work. Honda updated the ins
B23-008
Feb 23, 2023
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
Service Bulletin - Due to a problem with the detection logic in the multipurpose camera software, the vehicle's LKAS, ACC, or CMBS indicator lights may come on incorrectly.
B23-008
Feb 23, 2023
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Service Bulletin - Due to a problem with the detection logic in the multipurpose camera software, the vehicle's LKAS, ACC, or CMBS indicator lights may come on incorrectly.
B23-008
Feb 23, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Service Bulletin - Due to a problem with the detection logic in the multipurpose camera software, the vehicle's LKAS, ACC, or CMBS indicator lights may come on incorrectly.
ONLJ8F20220830
Aug 30, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owner notification - Our records indicate that a Emissions Recall has not been completed on this vehicle. When the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of four di
ONLJ8F20220830
Aug 30, 2022
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Owner notification - Our records indicate that a Emissions Recall has not been completed on this vehicle. When the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of four di
ONLJ8F20220830
Aug 30, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Owner notification - Our records indicate that a Emissions Recall has not been completed on this vehicle. When the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of four di
ONLJ8F11022020
Nov 2, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Owner Notification Letter - When the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of four diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Due to inappropriate calibration of the PCM, th
BBOM09152020
Sep 15, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer Message - Today, September 15, 2020, Acura is announcing a stop sale and emissions recall for certain 2017-2020 MDX Sport Hybrid and 2014, 2016-2020 RLX Sport Hybrid vehicles that may not properly clear specific diagnostic trouble co
BBOM09152020
Sep 15, 2020
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Dealer Message - Today, September 15, 2020, Acura is announcing a stop sale and emissions recall for certain 2017-2020 MDX Sport Hybrid and 2014, 2016-2020 RLX Sport Hybrid vehicles that may not properly clear specific diagnostic trouble co
BBOM09152020
Sep 15, 2020
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Dealer Message - Today, September 15, 2020, Acura is announcing a stop sale and emissions recall for certain 2017-2020 MDX Sport Hybrid and 2014, 2016-2020 RLX Sport Hybrid vehicles that may not properly clear specific diagnostic trouble co
B20-039
Sep 15, 2020
103930 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:GEARS
"Service Bulletin - When the PCM detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of the following DTCs: -P073F (unable to engage gear 1) -P074B (unable to engage gear 3) -P074D (unable to engage gear 5)
B20-039
Sep 15, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
"Service Bulletin - When the PCM detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of the following DTCs: -P073F (unable to engage gear 1) -P074B (unable to engage gear 3) -P074D (unable to engage gear 5)
B20-039
Sep 15, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
"Service Bulletin - When the PCM detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of the following DTCs: -P073F (unable to engage gear 1) -P074B (unable to engage gear 3) -P074D (unable to engage gear 5)
B20-039
Sep 15, 2020
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
"Service Bulletin - When the PCM detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of the following DTCs: -P073F (unable to engage gear 1) -P074B (unable to engage gear 3) -P074D (unable to engage gear 5)
B20-022
Apr 8, 2020
220000 SEATS
Service Bulletin - The bolt holes for the replacement second row seat frames are not threaded and require special self-tapping bolts to secure the seat cushion and seat-back frame to the seat frame.
B20-018
Mar 27, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service Bulletin - The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate and set DTC P061B (PCM internal malfunction torque calculation).
B20-018
Mar 27, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service Bulletin - The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate and set DTC P061B (PCM internal malfunction torque calculation).
B19-017
Nov 19, 2019
220000 SEATS
Service Bulletin - There is a loud buzzing or whining when adjusting the driver's or front passenger's seat forward and backward. The flex cable in the seat adjustment mechanism is not correctly lubricated.
B18-060
Jul 19, 2019
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Service Bulletin - The audio unit will reboot on its own at times or CarPlay does not work after iPhone updates.
B18-060
Jul 19, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Service Bulletin - The audio unit will reboot on its own at times or CarPlay does not work after iPhone updates.
B18-060
Jul 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - The audio unit will reboot on its own at times or CarPlay does not work after iPhone updates.
B19-005
Mar 7, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Service Bulletin - The vehicle may exhibit several of the following symptoms: - Multiple indicators are on. - No communication with the i-HDS. - The option fuse (7.5 A) is blown. - MDX: Fuse E21 - TLX: Fuse B7 - MDX: It is hard to sh
B19-005
Mar 7, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
"Service Bulletin - The vehicle may exhibit several of the following symptoms: - Multiple indicators are on. - No communication with the i-HDS. - The option fuse (7.5 A) is blown. - MDX: Fuse E21 - TLX: Fuse B7 - MDX: It is hard to sh
B18-060
Feb 12, 2019
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Service Bulletin - The audio unit will reboot on its own at times or CarPlay does not work after iPhone updates. There is a software problem within the audio unit. Update the audio unit software.
B18-060
Feb 12, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - The audio unit will reboot on its own at times or CarPlay does not work after iPhone updates. There is a software problem within the audio unit. Update the audio unit software.
B19-004
Jan 23, 2019
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Service bulletin - The transmission judders, shudders, or surges while driving. The transmission fluid has deteriorated prematurely.
B19-004
Jan 23, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - The transmission judders, shudders, or surges while driving. The transmission fluid has deteriorated prematurely.
B18-073
Dec 20, 2018
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Service bulletin - The fuel fill door rear edge does not line up properly when closed. The fuel fill door latching mechanism does not line up properly.
B18-073
Dec 20, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service bulletin - The fuel fill door rear edge does not line up properly when closed. The fuel fill door latching mechanism does not line up properly.
B18-060
Oct 26, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Service bulletin - The audio unit will reboot on its own at times. There is a software problem within the audio unit.
B18-060
Oct 26, 2018
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Service bulletin - The audio unit will reboot on its own at times. There is a software problem within the audio unit.
B18-060
Oct 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service bulletin - The audio unit will reboot on its own at times. There is a software problem within the audio unit.
B98015
Mar 18, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
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ACURA MDX SPORT HYBRID — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the ACURA MDX SPORT HYBRID across all model years (2017–2020).
8
Total Recalls
32
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths