2016 Acura MDX Structure & Body Problems
NHTSA lists 23 Structure & Body complaints for the 2016 Acura MDX, about 6% of its 374 total complaints. Median mileage at failure was 25,000 miles, and one related recall (26V365000) covers rear subframe reinforcement.
- Structure & Body complaints
- 23
- 6% of 374
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 25,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical body and structure symptoms owners report
- Roof paint (white pearl NH603P) peels and exposes bare metal, with owners reporting Acura denies coverage because their VIN is not on the extension list.
- Driver's seat moves back and forth on its own and changes height while driving, sometimes paired with an all-wheel-drive warning light.
- Sudden loud popping sound from the roof area accompanied by shaking, reported while driving on the highway at speed.
- Spare tire sidewall wears through at multiple points while stored underneath the vehicle, cause unconfirmed by the dealer.
When 2016 Acura MDX body and structure complaints were filed
First complaint May 12, 2017, latest Sep 4, 2026.
Structure & Body recalls for the 2016 Acura MDX
- NHTSA 26V365000Jun 4, 2026Structure & Body880,514 vehicles
Structure:frame and members
American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles that were sold in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. The rear subframe may corrode at the suspension mounting points, which can result in rear suspension component failure.
Risk: Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear subframe and install a rear subframe reinforcement kit and, as necessary, repair or replace the rear subframe components, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in the fall of 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are AOU and AOT. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 10, 2026.
Structure & Body complaints by MDX model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
- 20108 (18%)
- 20115 (7%)
- 20126 (8%)
- 20131 (3%)
- 201416 (9%)
- 201510 (14%)
- 201623 (6%)
- 201712 (5%)
- 20187 (4%)
- 20195 (3%)
- 20204 (2%)
- 20227 (5%)
- 20233 (8%)
- 20242 (5%)
- 20251 (1%)
Frequently asked questions
- How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2016 Acura MDX have?
- NHTSA lists 23 Structure & Body complaints for the 2016 Acura MDX, which is about 6% of the model year's 374 total complaints.
- Is there a recall related to structure and body issues on the 2016 Acura MDX?
- Yes. Recall 26V365000 covers the rear subframe on certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles; the remedy is inspection and installation of a rear subframe reinforcement kit.
- At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 25,000 miles.
- Did any crashes or injuries result from these complaints?
- NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 1 injury associated with Structure & Body complaints for the 2016 Acura MDX, and no fires.
- Is roof paint peeling a common complaint on the 2016 Acura MDX?
- Yes, several sample complaints describe white pearl (NH603P) roof paint peeling, with owners saying Acura denied coverage based on VIN eligibility.