CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Acura ZDX has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (1 report).
2011 Acura ZDX recalls
Passenger airbag inflator can explode, sending metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles may rupture because its propellant can degrade after long exposure to high humidity, heat, and temperature cycling.
Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash
The front passenger airbag inflator may have been installed incorrectly when it was replaced during a previous repair.
Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture during deployment because of a manufacturing error.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
Certain 2010 Honda and Acura vehicles have a passenger-side frontal airbag inflator that can rupture.
Passenger Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may explode.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments
The passenger-side front airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture during a crash that requires the front airbags to deploy.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, spraying metal fragments
Certain Honda vehicles have a passenger-side front airbag inflator that can degrade over years of exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture in a Crash
The driver's frontal airbag in these vehicles can be affected by moisture getting into the inflator over time.
Most common 2011 Acura ZDX problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 ACURA ZDX. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE STRUT MADE A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED VIBRATION THAT ENTERED INTO THE FLOORBOARD AND TRAVELED UP THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MIKE HAIL ACURA IN SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH AND STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS A COMMON ISSUE, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT REFERENCED SERVICE BULLETIN NUMBER: 16-020 AS THE DESCRIPTION OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE SERVICE BULLETIN DID NOT INCLUDE THE CONTACT'S VIN. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 40,000.
TAKATA RECALL: AMERICAN HONDA/ACURA HAS FAILED TO ADDRESS THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG IN A TIMELY MANNER AND IS REFUSING TO PROVIDE A LOANER CAR IN THE MEAN TIME.
2011 Acura ZDX questions
Does the 2011 Acura ZDX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2011 Acura ZDX: Passenger airbag inflator can explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Acura ZDX?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (1), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Acura ZDX 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.