2010 Acura MDX Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2010 Acura MDX has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 4 fires, 8 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (11 reports).

1Recalls
45Owner complaints
6Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2010 Acura MDX recalls

Air Bags

Recall 10V002Jan 4, 2010644 vehicles affected

Most common 2010 Acura MDX problems

Problem areas named in the 45 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine11
Electrical System9
Steering6
Structure6
Power Train5
Unknown Or Other5
Seat Belts4
Air Bags3
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Service Brakes2

What owners report

2025-07-15, Latches/Locks/Linkages
The contact owns a 2010 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while attempting to open the door, the contact’s grandson exited the vehicle, and the door closed independently. The contact stated that his daughter had experienced the door closing independently onto her right hand while exiting the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was diagnosed over the phone by the dealer, and the contact was informed that the door check strap needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact was referred by the manufacturer to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The approxim
2025-04-21, Power Train
SO my car had a torque converter recall at some point i was not notified of it to get it fixed. as such i drove it across the us and ended up making the transmission slip so bad that it would not go into gear anymore. since this i have taken it a dealership where the recall was performed after the fat and now they want me to buy a new transmission.
2024-09-19, Visibility
The contact's wife owned a 2010 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while parked in his garage, the passenger's low beam headlamp was removed after it stopped illuminating. The contact observed then observed the driver's low beam heal lamp blinking. The contact stated after 10 minutes, he and his family observed a smokey odor in the house and retreated to the garage to inspect the origin of the odor. The contact then observed flames emanating from the passenger headlamp. The fire spread and within 45 minutes the entire house was engulfed in flames and the vehicle remained trapped under a collapsed roof. The fire was extinguished by the Fire Department and a police report was filed. The Fire
2024-06-20, Structure
This is in reference to Acura Service Bulletin 14-032, Rear Side Body Plug is missing. Both my right and left side body plugs were missing, causing myself and family to experience symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning for at least a year. I had the exhaust system checked by Acura and and independent garage and they found no issues. I would not have know about the cause if I had not found it in a chat thread in an Acura online community. All owners need to be notified. THIS SHOULD BE A MANDATORY SAFETY RECALL for Acura MDX for 2010-2013.
2024-04-18, Power Train
Massive consumption of oil2 qts every 1000 miles

2010 Acura MDX questions

Does the 2010 Acura MDX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2010 Acura MDX: Air Bags. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Acura MDX?

Based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (11), Electrical System (9), Steering (6).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Acura MDX 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.

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