Is the 2022 Acura MDX reliable?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 MDX has a complaint index of 84, the 4th worst among 20 model years of the MDX, and carries an Avoid verdict. Transmission & Powertrain issues account for 42% of its complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the 2022 Acura MDX?

Transmission & Powertrain is the top problem area, representing 42% of complaints (64 of 152), with a median failure mileage of 97,000 miles.

Does the 2022 Acura MDX have any recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 MDX, both involving airbag seat weight sensors; neither is a do-not-drive recall.

How does the 2022 MDX compare to other MDX years?

The 2022 MDX's complaint index of 84 is worse than most other MDX years, though 2016 (95), 2020 (89), and 2025 (100) rank worse; years like 2012 and 2013 earn Best verdicts.

What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Acura MDX?

The 2022 MDX gets 21 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway), with an EPA-estimated annual fuel cost of $3,800.

2022 Acura MDX Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Avoid The 2022 Acura MDX carries a complaint index of 84 and ranks 4th worst out of 20 model years, earning an Avoid verdict. Transmission & Powertrain problems dominate, making up 42% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 97,000 miles, alongside 2 recalls covering airbag seat weight sensors.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 84/100; #4 of 20 MDX years
Verdict: Avoid; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 152; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 2; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 6; reported in complaints
Fires: 2
Injuries: 4
Top issue: Transmission & Powertrain
Best nearby year: 2013; rated Best

NHTSA overall rating: 5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG: 21; 19 city / 25 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 4 / 0

2022 Acura MDX recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

NHTSA 26V332000May 21, 2026Airbags98,892 vehicles
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
NHTSA 24V064000Feb 1, 2024Airbags750,114 vehicles
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.

2022 Acura MDX fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 19 MPG
Highway: 25 MPG
Combined: 21 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $3,800; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Premium
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2022 compared with other MDX years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2019	Caution	74	188	9	22.5
2020	Avoid	89	221	8	22.5
2022	Avoid	84	152	2	21
2023	Good	42	39	2	21
2024	Caution	53	39	2	21

All Acura MDX years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Acura MDX reliable?: Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 MDX has a complaint index of 84, the 4th worst among 20 model years of the MDX, and carries an Avoid verdict. Transmission & Powertrain issues account for 42% of its complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the 2022 Acura MDX?: Transmission & Powertrain is the top problem area, representing 42% of complaints (64 of 152), with a median failure mileage of 97,000 miles.
Does the 2022 Acura MDX have any recalls?: NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 MDX, both involving airbag seat weight sensors; neither is a do-not-drive recall.
How does the 2022 MDX compare to other MDX years?: The 2022 MDX's complaint index of 84 is worse than most other MDX years, though 2016 (95), 2020 (89), and 2025 (100) rank worse; years like 2012 and 2013 earn Best verdicts.
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Acura MDX?: The 2022 MDX gets 21 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway), with an EPA-estimated annual fuel cost of $3,800.