How common are fuel system complaints on the 2018 Acura MDX?

Fuel System complaints make up 50 of the 165 total complaints filed for the 2018 Acura MDX, or 30% of all complaints for that year, the largest share among all model years listed.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2018 Acura MDX?

Yes. Recall 23V858000, reported December 18, 2023, covers fuel pump module replacement, and recall 19V060000, reported January 29, 2019, addresses fuel injection ECU software related to particulates in fuel.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically appear?

NHTSA data lists a median mileage of 50,000 miles at the time of failure for fuel system complaints on the 2018 MDX.

Have fuel system issues caused crashes or fires?

NHTSA records show 1 crash and 2 fires associated with fuel system complaints on the 2018 Acura MDX, with 0 injuries reported.

2018 Acura MDX Fuel System Problems

Fuel System complaints account for 50 of 165 total complaints (30%) on the 2018 Acura MDX, the highest share of any model year. Two related recalls cover fuel pump and fuel injection ECU issues, with a median failure mileage of 50,000 miles.

Fuel System complaints: 50; 30% of 165
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 50,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners describe a hesitation when pressing the accelerator from a stop, followed by a delayed, hard lunge forward once the pedal is pressed again.
Several drivers report sudden stalling at speed, including one incident where the vehicle stalled while merging onto an expressway and drifted into the median.
Some complaints describe the vehicle unexpectedly decelerating on the highway, dropping speed quickly before suddenly accelerating back to normal.
Multiple owners mention warning lights illuminating alongside the acceleration or stalling problems, with one case diagnosed by an independent mechanic as a faulty fuel system.
A few owners who received recall notices (23V858000 and 23V751000) reported that replacement parts were not available and that repair wait times exceeded a reasonable amount of time.
One complaint links a fuel line leak to a fire that erupted from the engine compartment while the vehicle was parked.

When 2018 Acura MDX fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 19, 2018, latest Mar 19, 2026.

50 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2018 to Mar 2026; peak Dec 2024 (6).

Fuel System recalls for the 2018 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.

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 common are fuel system complaints on the 2018 Acura MDX?: Fuel System complaints make up 50 of the 165 total complaints filed for the 2018 Acura MDX, or 30% of all complaints for that year, the largest share among all model years listed.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2018 Acura MDX?: Yes. Recall 23V858000, reported December 18, 2023, covers fuel pump module replacement, and recall 19V060000, reported January 29, 2019, addresses fuel injection ECU software related to particulates in fuel.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically appear?: NHTSA data lists a median mileage of 50,000 miles at the time of failure for fuel system complaints on the 2018 MDX.
Have fuel system issues caused crashes or fires?: NHTSA records show 1 crash and 2 fires associated with fuel system complaints on the 2018 Acura MDX, with 0 injuries reported.