NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 Acura MDX Type S Safety Record
The 2022 Acura MDX Type S has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 22 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2022 Acura MDX Type S has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving its overall safety performance unrated. Without federal crash-test data, no Safety Index score can be assigned. The vehicle's record, however, presents a limited but not immediately concerning profile: one recall campaign has been issued, and 22 owner complaints have been filed with the agency. This data offers a partial view, and consumers should note the absence of comprehensive crash-test assessments when evaluating this model.
The 2022 Acura MDX Type S was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one federal recall campaign, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 22 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Acura MDX Type S?
The 2022 Acura MDX Type S has not undergone federal crash testing, leaving no NHTSA data to assess its structural or occupant-protection performance. Its "Light burden band" rating from this publication reflects only the administrative record: one recall and a modest 22 owner complaints. The single recall addresses a fuel injection system issue. While the overall complaint volume is low, 19 of the 22 complaints specifically cite powertrain issues. These owner reports include one alleged crash and one alleged injury, though NHTSA has not verified these consumer claims.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Acura MDX Type S have any recalls?
The 2022 Acura MDX Type S is covered by one recall, targeting the fuel injection system within the gasoline fuel system. The campaign, issued by American Honda Motor Co., also covers a range of other Acura and Honda models from surrounding years. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisory is listed in the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM25V031000
Risk: An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EL1 and AL0.
Reported 2025-01-23
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Acura MDX Type S?
NHTSA has logged 22 owner complaints for the 2022 Acura MDX Type S, all unverified allegations. The dominant reported component is the power train, accounting for 19 of those submissions. Service brakes, suspension, the electrical system, and forward collision avoidance each appear in the remaining reports. One alleged crash and one alleged injury are included in that total.
22 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Acura MDX Type S?
An open recall on the fuel injection system for the 2022 Acura MDX Type S necessitates a VIN check through nhtsa.gov prior to purchase. This step will confirm whether the recall has been addressed on any specific unit, a critical consideration for safety.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2022 Acura MDX Type S in any trim, so no star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- One recall is on record for this model year, covering the gasoline fuel injection system under a campaign issued by American Honda Motor Co. that spans multiple Acura and Honda models.
- Of 22 unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year, 19 allege power train issues, making it the single most reported component category by a wide margin.
- No tested sibling years for this model exist in the federal data we cover, meaning there is no adjacent crash-test result that can serve as a directional reference for this generation.
FAQ2022 Acura MDX Type S safety questions
Was the 2022 Acura MDX Type S crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 22 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Acura MDX Type S have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2022 Acura MDX Type S. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Acura MDX Type S?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 22 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Acura MDX Type S. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other MDX Type S years
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Acura MDX Type S 2022.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.