NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Acura ZDX Safety Ratings
The 2024 Acura ZDX scores 86 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 5 recalls, and 49 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 Acura ZDX achieved a perfect score in every NHTSA crash-test category, a genuine highlight for the model. This strong performance in impact protection contributes to its overall NHTSA Safety Index of 86/100, placing it in the Strong band. However, five recall campaigns temper this picture, and a low sub-score for avoidance technology indicates areas for improvement beyond passive safety.
The 2024 Acura ZDX received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 86/100 based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 144 SUVs from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Acura ZDX ranks 71 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 86 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 8.7% |
| Recalls on file | 5 |
| Owner complaints | 49 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 71 of 144 SUVs tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Acura ZDX?
The 2024 Acura ZDX achieved a rare clean sweep of NHTSA five-star ratings across all four crash-test categories. This perfect performance in federal testing awarded the ZDX a full 70 out of 70 points for crash protection, contributing significantly to its overall Safety Index score of 86 out of 100. However, the ZDX's defect record sub-score of 13.5 out of 20 reflects a challenging debut. Five recall campaigns were issued for this new nameplate, a substantial number for a first model year. Three of these recalls specifically addressed issues with the front passenger stabilizer bar bracket bolts, indicating a recurring problem in manufacturing or assembly that Honda rectified through multiple separate actions. The avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10 significantly lowered the ZDX's overall Safety Index. This low score suggests that while the ZDX offers excellent standard crash protection, its suite of active-safety technologies is less comprehensive when compared to leading competitors. The 49 unverified owner complaints further reinforce this assessment. These complaints are heavily concentrated in areas related to Forward Collision Avoidance and Service Brakes, aligning with both the recall activity and the low avoidance-tech score. This pattern suggests the ZDX, despite its strong passive safety, is undergoing a maturation process for its software and other systems in its inaugural year.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Acura ZDX perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Acura ZDX achieved a perfect score in every NHTSA crash-test category. This includes top ratings for frontal impact, side impact, and rollover resistance. The vehicle's rollover risk is assessed at 9 percent, and it exhibited no tip in the dynamic tip test. All crash-test categories for the ZDX were rated, with none returning a weak or unrated result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19997
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Acura ZDX have any recalls?
Yes, five recall campaigns cover this model year. Components addressed include the rearview camera display, a software error affecting the instrument panel, front stabilizer bar bracket bolts on the passenger side, propulsion system cables tied to those same loose bracket bolts, and an ABS control module that could activate unexpectedly, which was resolved via an over-the-air software fix. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the data on file, but owners should verify remedy status by VIN.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA26V306000
Risk: A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in late 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are DO5 and RO6. The information in your report suggests that Honda (American H
Reported 2026-05-14
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE26V112000
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, the loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle radio control module software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 22, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are TNL and XNK. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 4, 2026.
Reported 2026-02-26
SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR25V234000
Risk: Damaged cables or coolant lines can result in a vehicle shutdown, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts, and repair the stabilizer bar and bracket, high voltage cables, and EV battery coolant lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is SLH.
Reported 2025-04-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES25V018000
Risk: Damaged high voltage cables or EV battery coolant lines can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts, and repair the stabilizer bar and bracket, high voltage cables, and EV battery coolant lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KKY.
Reported 2025-01-16
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE24V614000
Risk: A release of brake pressure can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The electronic brake control module software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Acura's number for this recall is UJE.
Reported 2024-08-15
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Acura ZDX?
Owners have filed 49 unverified complaints with NHTSA, including alleged reports of 3 crashes and 2 injuries. The most-cited components in these unverified allegations are Forward Collision Avoidance with 22 reports, Service Brakes with 19, and the Electrical System with 11.
49 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Acura ZDX?
Five recall campaigns were issued for the 2024 ZDX, making it essential for any prospective owner to verify that all necessary remedies have been completed. The stabilizer bar bracket and ABS software campaigns are particularly noteworthy among these.
- The 2024 ZDX achieved a perfect five-star score in every NHTSA NCAP category, including frontal, side, and rollover, making it one of the strongest crash-test performers in its class for this model year.
- Five recall campaigns were filed against this launch year, three of them involving the front passenger stabilizer bar bracket bolts, which Honda addressed through separate electrical system and suspension filings.
- The avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10 is the single largest gap in the 86/100 Safety Index, meaning the vehicle's active-safety technology suite scored well below its passive crash-protection result.
- Forty-nine unverified NHTSA complaints have been filed, with Forward Collision Avoidance alone accounting for 22 of them, a concentration that used-market buyers should weigh alongside the open recall history.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Acura ZDX places
The 2024 Acura ZDX qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Acura ZDX safety questions
Was the 2024 Acura ZDX crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Acura ZDX, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 86 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 Acura ZDX crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Acura ZDX earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 8.7%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Acura ZDX have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 5 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Acura ZDX. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Acura ZDX?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 49 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Acura ZDX. 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 ZDX years
Rivals in SUV (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model Y Rwd | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Lexus Rz 450e | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2024 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19997), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Acura ZDX 2024.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 71 of 144 in the SUV class for 2024.
- 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.