CarRecallWatchThe 2022 Acura MDX Type S has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (20 reports).
2022 Acura MDX Type S recalls
Software error can stall engine or cut power
A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) can cause the engine to stall or lose power while driving.
Most common 2022 Acura MDX Type S problems
Problem areas named in the 23 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 20 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
The vehicle's all wheel drive system has malfunctioned at 77,000 miles with a known all wheel drive system issue. Because we are 7k beyond the power train warranty, Acura is not wanting to cover the repair even though this is a known issue.
Reporting an additional case in support of ongoing defect petition investigation DP26001. 2022 Acura MDX Type S SH-AWD, currently at 63,700 miles. While driving and making a turn, I heard a grinding noise with no warning lights illuminated. I stopped immediately and shut off the engine but noticed no abnormality. I restarted the vehicle and drove with no further issues or noises. Later, during a scheduled oil change, I discovered that the area between the transmission and PTU was covered in oil. The Acura dealership diagnosed a bad PTU seal and replaced the PTU under powertrain warranty, but completely disregarded my concern regarding investigation DP26001 and the known issue with stripped
Under medium acceleration vehicle shuddered a lot. Currently itâs only driven by the front wheels and it will torque steer a lot. Iâm assuming my splines are stripped to transfer case. Thankfully, I am under warranty and Iâm going to get this repaired.
When about to make a left turn since oncoming traffic on to highway I hit the gas quickly after stopping and heard a loud bang. Drove till I got off the highway at a red light I hit the gas and noticed the front wheels was spinning and realized it wasn't a awd. Took it the dealer and they realzied the driveshaft was spinning by hand.
The component that malfunctioned was the transfer case, the vehicle was already repaired so an inspection isn't possible anymore. The vehicle behaved as normal until the accelerator was pressed enough to make the front wheels lose traction, in which the vehicle couldn't send power to the rear, because the transfer case was shredded up. When needing to accelerate quickly in traffic, the vehicle would completely spin up the front tires, not being able to put the power down. The dealer reproduced the problem, but initially stated that it was most likely due to the salt on the road (it was winter). As spring arrived, the problem still persisted, in which the dealer checked the transfer case and
2022 Acura MDX Type S questions
Does the 2022 Acura MDX Type S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2022 Acura MDX Type S: Software error can stall engine or cut power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Acura MDX Type S?
Based on 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (20), Service Brakes (2), Forward Collision Avoidance (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2022 Acura MDX Type S has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.