2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid recalls and problems

The 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Acura dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid recalls

Recall 19V-256: Exterior Lighting

Reported Mar 28, 2019 · 322,897 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: 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.

Risk: Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.

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. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is M49.

Recall 18V-777: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Nov 1, 2018 · 64,785 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: 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 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Risk: A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C31 and L30.

2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Visibility/Wiper	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 25 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Visibility/Wiper · at 25 miles · reported Sep 13, 2018

I purchased the vehicle new, in late march 2018; I believe we took delivery on march 29, 2018. We have had an ongoing issue with the memory positioning of the steering wheel. Our vehicle has the advanced package. Intermittently, the seat will go to the memorized position, but the steering wheel will stay in the position for exiting the vehicle. That position is in the highest position the steering wheel can be placed in. We have had the vehicle at bakersfield acura four separate times to correct the issue. Bakersfield acura has been unable to duplicate the issue while the vehicle is at their…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid: 19V-256 (exterior lighting), 18V-777 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid?

Owners report visibility/wiper problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 25 miles.

Are Acura recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Acura dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.