2020 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid: 1 recall, 5 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #21V215000 · 2021 · 624,552 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura mdx, mdx sport hybrid, rdx, tlx, Honda accord, civic hatchback, insight, 2019 Acura ilx, Honda accord hybrid, civic coupe, civic coupe si, civic sedan, civic sedan si, civic type r, fit, hr-v, odyssey, passport, pilot and ridgeline, and 2018-2019 cr-v vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank May fail.
Why it matters: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021.
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
- Fuel & propulsion (4): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Speed control / throttle (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Seat belts (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2020 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid has 5 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 4 Mdx Sport Hybrid model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 6). Complaints peaked in 2024 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old. Neighboring years: 2019 (8 complaints, 2 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2020 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 2020 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid problems?
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel & propulsion (4), transmission & drivetrain (1), speed control / throttle (1).
Where can I get a 2020 Acura Mdx Sport Hybrid repair manual?
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