How many fuel system complaints does the 2017 Acura MDX have?

NHTSA lists 19 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 MDX, which is 7% of the 255 total complaints filed for this model year.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2017 Acura MDX?

Yes, two recalls apply: campaign 23V858000 for fuel pump module replacement, reported in 2023, and campaign 19V060000 for a fuel injection ECU software update related to particulates in fuel, reported in 2019.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2017 MDX is 17,000 miles.

What symptoms do owners report with the 2017 MDX fuel system?

Owners describe stalling after idle-stop activation, fuel pump failures causing reduced acceleration, and delayed acceleration followed by a sudden surge.

Were there any crashes or fires linked to fuel system complaints?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2017 MDX lists 1 crash and 1 fire among the reported complaints.

2017 Acura MDX Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 19 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 Acura MDX, 7% of its 255 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 17,000 miles. Two related recalls exist: a fuel pump module recall (23V858000) and a fuel injection ECU software recall (19V060000) covering this model year.

Fuel System complaints: 19; 7% of 255
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 17,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Vehicle stalls or dies unexpectedly in traffic after idle-stop activates, then refuses to restart for a period of time.
Fuel pump (high- or low-pressure) failure causes reduced acceleration and mid-drive engine stalling.
Sudden loss of power or hesitation while accelerating, sometimes with the check engine light flashing.
Delayed acceleration from a stop, described as a lag between pressing the accelerator and actual propulsion, followed by a sudden surge.
Engine stalls after auto idle-stop while stopped at a light or on a highway feeder road, leaving the vehicle immobile in traffic.

When 2017 Acura MDX fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint May 29, 2018, latest Sep 13, 2026.

19 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2018 to Sep 2026; peak Sep 2022 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2017 Acura MDX

NHTSA 23V858000Dec 18, 2023Fuel System2,490,460 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
NHTSA 19V060000Jan 29, 2019Fuel System437,032 vehicles
Fuel system, other:delivery:fuel pump
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.
Risk: Reduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's recall number for this recall is P3W. Honda's recall number for this recall is N3X.

Fuel System complaints by MDX model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20052 (1%)
20061 (1%)
20071 (1%)
20080 (0%)
20090 (0%)
20102 (4%)
20113 (4%)
20124 (5%)
20131 (3%)
201410 (6%)
20152 (3%)
201631 (8%)
201719 (7%)
201850 (30%)
201943 (23%)
202023 (10%)
20224 (3%)
20231 (3%)
20241 (3%)
202513 (12%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2017 Acura MDX have?: NHTSA lists 19 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 MDX, which is 7% of the 255 total complaints filed for this model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2017 Acura MDX?: Yes, two recalls apply: campaign 23V858000 for fuel pump module replacement, reported in 2023, and campaign 19V060000 for a fuel injection ECU software update related to particulates in fuel, reported in 2019.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2017 MDX is 17,000 miles.
What symptoms do owners report with the 2017 MDX fuel system?: Owners describe stalling after idle-stop activation, fuel pump failures causing reduced acceleration, and delayed acceleration followed by a sudden surge.
Were there any crashes or fires linked to fuel system complaints?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2017 MDX lists 1 crash and 1 fire among the reported complaints.