2012 Acura MDX 4WD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Acura MDX 4WD; the most frequently affected component is fuel system, gasoline — tank assembly. Owners filed 76 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 13 model years of this model in the database, 2012 ranks #11 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints76

Fires reported3in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Fuel system, gasoline — Tank assemblyCampaign 12V063000 · 17 Feb 2012

Problem: Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 pilot and acura mdx vehicles. The vent shut float (vsf) valve case in the fuel tank assembly does not meet the design specifications.

Risk: As a result, fuel may leak from the tank, increasing the risk of fire.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners and dealers will inspect the vsf assembly date and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank assembly, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 13, 2012. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Engine20 · 50%

Unknown or other8 · 20%

Electrical system5 · 12%

Power train5 · 12%

Air bags5 · 12%

Fuel/propulsion system4 · 10%

Structure1 · 2%

Steering1 · 2%

When complaints were filed

201910

202010

20214

20226

20241

20255

20264

From owner complaints

My 2012 acura mdx has an oil consumption issue that acura is aware of being a problem, however it is not offering to cover the cost associated with fixing the issue. My vehicle burned through more than 2 quarts of oil in a matter of 1 month. This needs to be a recall as it's a safety issue with the operation of the…
Engine · Dec 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

The transmission broke even after the regular maintenance. Spent more than $5,000 with the dealer to fix it.
Power train · Jul 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

While driving down the highway my check airbag system indicator light came on. I reached my destination and turned off my vehicle, i then restarted my vehicle and the light was still on. I took a picture of the light for proof. Still on for 3 weeks now. I checked and my vin is not on the recall list for the airbag.
Electrical system · Feb 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 acura mdx. For the past three years, the contact noticed an oil consumption issue with the vehicle. The contact researched and discovered that the manufacturer issued technical service bulletin (tsb) number: b19-006 on may 18, 2019. The tsb was a warranty extension titled 'engine oil…
Engine · Oct 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

200313

200410

200513

200611

Full specifications All model years 2012 Acura lineup

Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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