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2007 Acura MDX problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2007 Acura MDX sits mid-pack among MDX years: 126 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 124, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

The trouble concentrates in one system: electrical system issues account for 41% of all reports (52 of 126), far ahead of engine at 15.

126

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

4

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other MDX years?

MDX NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted510 complaints2001: 266 complaints2002: 242 complaints2003: 259 complaints2004: 243 complaints2005: 244 complaints2006: 121 complaints2007: 126 complaints2008: 62 complaints2009: 74 complaints2010: 63 complaints2011: 87 complaints2012: 97 complaints2013: 46 complaints2014: 247 complaints2015: 97 complaints2016: 510 complaints2017: 370 complaints2018: 268 complaints2019: 304 complaints2020: 342 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 191 complaints2023: 52 complaints2024: 61 complaints2025: 112 complaints2026: 6 complaints
MDX NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Acura MDX problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System5241%
Engine1512%
Suspension1210%
Steering108%
Airbags86%
Transmission86%
Other86%
Lighting32%
Seats22%
Seat Belts22%
Tires & Wheels22%
Speed Control11%
Visibility & Wipers11%
Fuel System11%
Body & Structure11%

Does the 2007 Acura MDX have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

08E013000OtherFebruary 5, 2008 · 2,032 units

Defect

HONDA IS RECALLING 2,032 HITCH STYLE BIKE RACKS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET FOR USE ON MY 2003-2007 AND SOME MY 2008 HONDA PILOT, RIDGELINE, AND ACURA MDX VEHICLES. A PINCH BOLT EXISTS BETWEEN THE BIKE ARM BRACKET AND THE UPRIGHT ASSEMBLY OF THE "HITCH" STYLE BICYCLE RACK.

Consequence

WHEN MOVING THE BIKE ARM BRACKET TO ITS DOWN POSITION, THIS PINCH BOLT HAS THE POTENTIAL OF CAUSING SEVERE LACERATION OR AMPUTATION TO THE USER'S FINGERTIPS OR HAND.

Remedy

OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT THULE AT 800-THULE91 (800-848-5391) TO OBTAIN A FREE REPAIR KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS OR OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 18, 2015 · fire

“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. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 18, 2015 · fire

“TAKATA RECALL I HAVE A COMPLAINT ON ACURA MDX 2007 SPORT ENTERTAINMENT ON REPLACING STRUTS. THE VALUE ON REPLACING THEM IS RIDICULOUSLY EXPENSIVE AND I HAVE READ SOME MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE SAME ISSUE THAT THEY NEED TO BE REPLACE EVERY 50,000 MILES COULD THIS BE A RECALL BECAUSE REPLACING THEM…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · December 1, 2015

“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. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · March 18, 2015 · fire

“MY FATHER WAS JUST IN AN ACCIDENT TODAY. MDX WAS STREET PARKED AND WHEN HE TRIED TO REVERSE OUT THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED IN TO THE CAR BEHIND HIM AND PUSHED IT BACK ABOUT 20 FEET. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 8, 2012 · crash

2007 Acura MDX — common questions

Is the 2007 Acura MDX reliable?

It is close to typical for the MDX: 126 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2007 MDX problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (52 complaints), engine (15 complaints), suspension (12 complaints).

Does the 2007 Acura MDX have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2007 Acura MDX. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Acura MDX years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the MDX years to avoid are 2016, 2017, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2001, 2003, 2014, 2005, 2004, 2002, 2022, 2006, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2021. The cleanest record among MDX years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.