NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Acura Mdx
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Acura MDX is a three-row midsize luxury SUV that has anchored Acura's lineup for over two decades. Aimed at upscale family buyers who want premium refinement alongside genuine utility, the MDX competes in one of the most contested segments in the American market. Our coverage spans the 2019 through 2025 model years, a window that bridges two distinct generations and gives us a meaningful dataset on how this vehicle performs where it counts most.
The 2022 Acura Mdx earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 2 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Acura MDX as one of the more polished and driver-focused entries in the three-row luxury SUV segment, praising its handling composure and interior quality relative to rivals. Most consider it a strong choice for buyers who prioritize a more engaging driving character, though some note the third row is best suited for occasional rather than everyday use.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 15924
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER26V332000
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers
Reported 2026-05-21
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER24V064000
Risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
Reported 2024-02-01
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
126 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.