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2007 Acura Mdx Problems and Recalls

Owners filed 99 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Acura Mdx, most often about the electrical (52% of complaints, typically around 100,000 miles). It is 14th of 25 Mdx model years by number of complaints.

Complaints99
Recalls0
Crashes reported2
Fires reported2
Injuries reported2

Most common 2007 Acura Mdx problems

  1. Electrical

    51 complaints · 52%

    Half of these problems showed up before 100,000 miles. Parts named most often: horn.

    The hands free link unit has an issue where it stops working and drains the battery of the car. I've gone through 3 batteries in the last 6 months and when I finally disconnected the hfl unit, the car has been working properly.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2016, at 100,000 miles
    The contact owns a 2007 Acura Mdx. On several occasions, while the contact's girlfriend was driving, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to columbia Acura inc. (10979 montgomery rd, cincinnati, oh 45249 ([phone]), but no diagnostic failure codes were…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2017, at 100,000 miles

  2. Engine

    15 complaints · 15%

    Half of these problems showed up before 75,500 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system.

    The contact owns a 2007 Acura Mdx. The contact stated that after numerous attempts the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the battery was replaced. The failure recurred three times and the battery was replaced each time. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2013, at 82,000 miles
    The contact owns a 2007 Acura Mdx. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was unable to be replicated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 68,700, and the current mileage was 71,500.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2014, at 68,700 miles

  3. Suspension

    12 complaints · 12%

    Half of these problems showed up before 86,000 miles.

    I am having issues with a leaking shock on the rear of my Acura Mdx sport. The shock is leaking, after research online this is a common issue for this model and I feel is a design flaw.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2014, at 75,000 miles
    While driving, the front wheel bearing would have a noise or vibration. Like moaning, droning, or humming, coming from front right side.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2016, at 97,000 miles

  4. Steering

    10 complaints · 10%

    Half of these problems showed up before 99,000 miles.

    Driver noticed smoke coming from engine area while driving, electrical systems started shutting down. Driver was able to pull to side of road, within 1 minute engine was in flames.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2015, at 93,000 miles
    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 issued a recall for other…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2020, at 105,000 miles

  5. Transmission

    8 complaints · 8%

    Half of these problems showed up before 93,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.

    Random nav reset followed by non-acceleration until rpms reach over 3000. This has happened multiple times since purchasing this vehicle in july 2012. Navigation/radio system resets. Soon followed by problem of non-acceleration. Ex: following reset, stop at traffic light, stop sign, etc. Light turns green. Car feels…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2012, at 93,000 miles
    While driving my car surged forward on its on then I lost rpms. My car then cut off on a busy interstate during rush hour. I took to the dealership they said I needed a new transmission. Ironically I had work done on my converter that the dealership recalled and now it has failed and almost had me killed.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2013, at 148,000 miles

  6. Air bags

    8 complaints · 8%

    Half of these problems showed up before 101,500 miles.

    Constantly having electrical problems. We went on a vacation and came back to find the battery completely dead. Took it in and they diagnosed the problem as a bad hands free unit which was replaced. Now we are having all kinds of electrical problems. Each time we turn the car on the auto setting toggle between driver…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2015, at 78,000 miles
    The contact owns a 2007 Acura Mdx. While the vehicle was parked overnight the front driver and passenger side air bags independently deployed without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 03/17/17
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2017, at 125,000 miles

  7. Other or unspecified

    7 complaints · 7%

    Half of these problems showed up before 118,000 miles.

    The hands free link (hfl) on this 2007 Acura Mdx failed to work. The device provides for safe hands free operation of the vehicle and talking on a bluetooth paired phone. In addition it provides for safe operations of various settings of the vehicle w/out having to take your hands off the steering wheel. After…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2015, at 118,000 miles
    Back glass broke all of a sudden. No explanation to it... It seems like it has happen to a lot of people who owns honda/Acura. I opened my vehicle got in it when I close my door heard like a piece of glass fall in the car without not knowing what it was. Got off and took a look around what I see a the back glass it…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2015, at 130,030 miles

  8. Lights

    3 complaints · 3%

    At 62,000 miles the left headlight failed. Dealer indicated that the xenon bulb, igniter and control unit had all failed and blown a fuse. Repair cost was approximately $1,000, of which Acura paid 75% as a goodwill gesture. Now, at 72,000 miles, the right side headlight has failed requiring replacement of the igniter…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2009, at 72,000 miles
    The contact owns a 2007 Acura Mdx. The contact stated that the brake light would fail intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who replaced the brake light relay. The manufacturer was not contacted in regards to the failure. The current mileage was approximately 57,000 and the failure mileage was…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2011, at 56,800 miles

Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.

2007 Acura Mdx recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.

Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.

Questions about the 2007 Acura Mdx

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Acura Mdx?
By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (51 complaints, typically around 100,000 miles); engine (15 complaints, typically around 75,500 miles); suspension (12 complaints, typically around 86,000 miles).
How many recalls does the 2007 Acura Mdx have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2007 Acura Mdx. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
Is the 2007 a bad year for the Acura Mdx?
It is 14th of 25 Mdx model years by number of complaints, with 99 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.

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