NHTSA Data Explorer
Acura
Data refreshed July 24, 2026
Complaints
12,733
Active records
Recalls
141
Active records
TSBs
3,462
Active records
Filing history
Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.
Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
15
Injuries
522
Crashes
669
Fires
155
Top reported issues — Acura
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Operating state
Condition issue
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Reporting mechanism
Performance issue
Safety restraint issue
Noise
Engine behavior
Vibration/harshness
Driver assistance issue
Steering behavior
Lighting behavior
Braking behavior
Fluid issue
Safety restraint behavior
Electrical issue
Starting behavior
Thermal issue
Access/entry issue
Infotainment behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Powering on/off behavior
Recent change
Smell
HVAC behavior
Wiper/washer behavior
Communication/network issue
Electrified system issue
Most-reported Acura models
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Browse all Acura models
All Acura models with NHTSA records, listed alphabetically.
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2018 ACURA MDX
Filed Jul 21, 2026
SUPPLEMENTAL — REFERENCE ODI 11742372 Follow-up to ODI 11742372, 2018 Acura MDX, VIN 5J8YD3H33JL******. Intermittent multipurpose camera failure, DTC U3000-49, causing simultaneous loss of CMBS, ACC, LKAS, and RDM. The defect remains unresolved and I have been unable to obtain diagnosis or repair through Acura's authorized service network. Acura Client Relations case 16409871 was opened. Acura declined to acknowledge the failure as a manufacturing defect and offered no coverage for diagnosis…
2013 ACURA RDX
Filed Jul 21, 2026
NHTSA Safety Complaint – Acura RDX Driver-Side Airbag Module Availability Vehicle: 2013 Acura RDX VIN: [XXX] Component: Driver-Side Airbag Module Part Number: 77810-TX4-A40ZA-MOD My 2013 Acura RDX was vandalized in January 2026, and the driver-side airbag module was stolen. My mechanic contacted Rallye Acura to obtain the required replacement OEM part. The required component is the Driver Side Air Bag Module, Part No. 77810-TX4-A40ZA-MOD. The replacement part was ordered, but it has remained…
2015 ACURA RDX
Filed Jul 21, 2026
There is a defect in my headlights, too dim to drive at night, have to engage high beams to see. This is a safety hazard. I believe this should be repaired by the manufacturer
2025 ACURA INTEGRA
Filed Jul 21, 2026
While approaching a slowing car on the offramp, the Acura's automatic braking slammed on the brakes abruptly while flashing Brake on the dash. The car stopped well short of the car in front. This abrupt, uncommanded stopping resulted in a near miss whereby the driver behind my car nearly hit me. In addition to stopping sooner than required, and thus giving the driver behind me less chance to react, the system did not apply full braking force, but more like 90-95% of maximum braking force. This…
2025 ACURA MDX
Filed Jul 21, 2026
The vehicle developed repeated front‑end structural and steering problems shortly after purchase. During normal driving, it produced loud popping, creaking, and clunking noises when turning, entering driveways, or driving over small inclines. Steering felt inconsistent and the front suspension felt unstable. These symptoms created a serious risk of loss of control. A dealer confirmed the problem multiple times and replaced several major components, including the left front strut, the left…
2022 ACURA MDX
Filed Jul 20, 2026
Began to notice a knocking noise from lower engine compartment in late May 2026. No warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms. Dealer (Zimbrick Acura, Middleton WI) confirmed on 06/30/26 that noise was coming from transmission assembly. Dealer identified that the transmission was leaking fluid from the output shaft seal, and upon disassembly identified that the interfacing splines between the transmission and the rear wheel drive power take off unit (PTU) were failing. Dealer ultimately…
2002 ACURA RSX
Filed Jul 20, 2026
Duralast 12volt battery post are smaller than they should be. It cause the battery terminal to came loose after a hard bump on the road. It resulted in my car losing power steering.
2023 ACURA MDX TYPE S
Filed Jul 20, 2026
While making a left turn from an on-ramp, I heard a loud crunch from the drivetrain and experienced a momentary loss of power. Immediately afterward, the front tires began spinning under acceleration. I realized the vehicle was no longer sending power to the rear wheels and had effectively lost its all-wheel-drive capability. The instrument display continued to indicate that power was being sent to the rear wheels even though the rear wheels were not receiving power. This gave an inaccurate…
2016 ACURA TLX
Filed Jul 18, 2026
PAWS system component failure causing the steering angle to misalign, throttle response to decrease, and drivability to decrease severely
2021 ACURA RDX
Filed Jul 18, 2026
While driving only at 35 miles per hour down the XXX in [XXX] my panoramic sunroof suddenly bursts. A loud pop sound. This would have popped all over my body if I didn’t have cover up. This is an extreme problem as someone can die from this. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)