Verdict
2011 Acura MDX: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2011 Acura MDX — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for SUV.
Owners filed 70 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 62% of 2011 SUVs. Engine leads the reports (30%). No safety recalls on record.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2011 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
70
Reports to NHTSA, 2011
Safety recalls
0
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
18
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 62% of 2011 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2011 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Engine issues lead owner complaints (30% of 70 reports), followed by power train (11%).
+ 11 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 70 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11683178, ODI 11560490, ODI 11487564, ODI 11446592, ODI 11434526.
Recalls
0 recalls — none issued for this model year as of Jul 2026. Recall records can change as NHTSA publishes new campaigns.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2011 Acura MDX SUV AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MDX 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 16 | 21 | 18 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2011 Acura MDX: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2011 Acura MDX?
Owners filed 70 NHTSA complaints about the 2011 Acura MDX — fewer complaints than 62% of comparable 2011 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2011 Acura MDX?
The most-reported problem areas are Engine (30% of complaints) and power train (11%).
How many recalls does the 2011 Acura MDX have?
No safety recalls are on record for the 2011 Acura MDX as of Jul 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2011 Acura MDX get?
The EPA rates the 2011 Acura MDX at 18 mpg combined.