2010 Acura MDX
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 11 of 45 complaints (24%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more crash reports (3) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 52 in 2009 to 45 in 2010.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | vs. 2010 Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,550 | 4,550 | 4,300 | 4,300 | 4,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 17 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 18 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15 / 20 | 15 / 20 | 16 / 21 | 16 / 21 | 16 / 21 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 523 | 523 | 494 | 494 | 494 | |
| Complaints filed | 49 | 52 | 45 | 70 | 76 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 4 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2010 Acura MDX have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2010 Acura MDX?
Engine: 11 of 45 NHTSA complaints (24%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2010 Acura MDX get?
EPA rates it 18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Acura MDX?
EPA estimates $4,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.7L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 494 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 8 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
AIR BAGS · Campaign 10V002000 · Jan 4, 2010
Defect: HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR ACURA 2010 MDX VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN OCTOBER 7, 2009 AND NOVEMBER 14, 2009. A BOLT USED TO ATTACH AN INTERIOR TRIM PIECE TO EITHER THE DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S SIDE A-PILLAR MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED DURING MANUFACTURING.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH RESULTING IN SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, THE TRIM PIECE MAY NOT REMAIN PROPERLY SECURED TO THE A-PILLAR, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE DRIVER AND/OR FRONT SEAT PASSENGER.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE INTERIOR TRIM PIECE OF THE A-PILLAR AND IF A BOLT IS MISSING IT WILL BE INSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE. FOUR VEHICLES WERE PURCHASED BEFORE THE STOP-SALE WAS ISSUED AND ALL THE VEHICLES HAVE BEEN INSPECTED AND REPAIRED IF NECESSARY.