Acura MDX FWD

20172026 · 11 configurations

Lowest
22
Average
22
Best
23

The Acura MDX FWD has been tested by the EPA across 11 different configurations spanning model years 2017 through 2026. Over this period, the MDX FWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 22 MPG to 23 MPG, with an overall average of 22 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2026
22
2025
22
2024
22
2023
22
2022
22
2020
23
2019
23
2018
23
2017
23

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (MDX FWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Acura MDX FWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Acura Acura MDX grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
89
Total Deaths
30

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
7.9%
Fire Occurrence
2.2%
Speeding Involved
7.9%
DUI Involved
11.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

70%
Front
10%
Side
20%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2022
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.25
2021
Fatal Crashes20
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.35
2020
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.20
2019
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.13
2018
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.25
2017
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2025
1
2023
1
2020
2
2019
1
2018
2
2017
6
Critical
Moderate
Advisory