2018 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid: 2 recalls, 1 owner complaint.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #18V777000 · 2018 · 64,785 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura mdx, 2017-2018 Acura mdx sport hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda hr-v and Honda odyssey, and 2016 Honda hr-v vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons May have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number…
Why it matters: A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018.
Exterior lights, Exterior lights Vehicle recall #19V256000 · 2019 · 322,897 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Acura mdx and 2017-2019 Acura mdx sport hybrid vehicles. Moisture May enter the tailgate lid lights, possibly causing a loss of the tailgate lid lights and the taillights.
Why it matters: Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will modify the tailgate lid lights and install updated gaskets and a wiring sub-harness or will replace both tailgate lid lights. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Visibility/Wiper (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid has 1 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 4 Mdx Sport Hybrid model years for complaints (well below the 6 average). Neighboring years: 2017 (8 complaints, 3 recalls), 2019 (8 complaints, 2 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2018 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are visibility/wiper (1).
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