2016 Acura MDX Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2016 Acura MDX recalls

Most common 2016 Acura MDX problems

Problem areas named in the 377 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine	163
Power Train	113
Unknown Or Other	40
Electrical System	38
Fuel/Propulsion System	28
Structure	22
Vehicle Speed Control	19
Lane Departure	16
Service Brakes	13
Steering	12

What owners report

2026-10-20, Engine
There is a reaccuring safety defect issue where the engine completely shutts off and stalls without warning when the car comes to a stop. This can be at a stop sign, stop lights, or just stopping the car when in traffic, even on the highway. This is due to the IDS (Auto Idle Stop system). A couple exteme safetyhazards that have occured: The car has repeatedly shut down while we are in the middle of the highway during stop and go traffic leaving us stranded in in live lanes of traffic with the car just completely shutting down and glitching. It would take multiple attempts to turn the car on in order to get out of the situation. There have been close calls on rear-end collisions as a result o

2026-10-15, Exterior Lighting
Water leakage into the right tailgate lid light assembly caused it to malfunction. In the photo you can see water pooled in the right lower corner. There is a recall for this specific issue for the year/make/model of my vehicle (NHTSA ID 25V259000). However my VIN is not included. I took my vehicle to the dealership and they confirmed that moisture was entering the tailgate lid light assembly which caused the light to fail. There was a warranty extension issued in July 2025 that expired in November 2025 related to this issue that applied to my specific vehicle. However I was not having this safety issue at the time and did not receive notification so I was unaware of the warranty extension.

2026-10-12, Engine
Driving home from a trip June 2019 on the highway at 60mph with 3 children and my husband, my 2016 Acura MDX experienced complete engine failure - alarms started to sound and I experienced a loss of acceleration, lights in the dash included Engine Problem, Transmission Problem, Emission System Problem, Critical Failure Detected Stop Driving When Safe etc. The vehicle shifted into neutral. I was able to pull off the road onto the shoulder. The engine was still running but would not shift into park. I contacted Acura TLC to have the vehicle towed but we were stranded on the side of a very busy highway in 90 degree heat with 3 kids waiting. Not only was it unsafe to be driving 60mph and lose e

2026-09-21, Suspension
My 2016 Acura MDX (VIN [XXX]) is covered by Acura safety campaign 4170A8. The campaign covers rear subframe corrosion at the suspension mounting points that can cause the rear wheels to become misaligned or inadequately retained, affecting handling, stability, and braking. On XXX, I brought the vehicle to Sunnyside Acura, [XXX] (Repair Order XXX). The dealer did not perform the recall remedy and noted "cannot complete as rear toe arms are seized." They ordered replacement rear toe arms (52370-TZ5-A91 and 52375-TZ5-A91) that day. More than a month later, the recall repair has still not been completed: I filed a complaint with the dealership. They called me but did not follow through. On XX

2026-09-15, Engine
The contact owns a 2016 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and failed to accelerate while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure posed a potential safety risk in daily traffic. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the road, and the vehicle was towed to a local dealer for diagnosis. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle with engine bearing failure into the engine oil pan and cylinder #5 failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and NHTSA Action Number: PE25008 (Engine). The

2016 Acura MDX questions

Does the 2016 Acura MDX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2016 Acura MDX: Rear subframe corrosion can cause suspension failure and loss of control; Tailgate Lights May Fail Due to Moisture, Raising Crash Risk; Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving; Engine Bearing May Wear and Seize, Risking Stall or Fire; Moisture Can Cause Taillights to Fail, Reducing Visibility. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Acura MDX?

Based on 377 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (163), Power Train (113), Unknown Or Other (40).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.