2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid.
2
recalls
1
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
NHTSA campaign 19V256000 · reported March 28, 2019 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 322,897 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Acura MDX and 2017-2019 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid vehicles. Moisture may enter the tailgate lid lights, possibly causing a loss of the tailgate lid lights and the taillights.
The risk
Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
Acura will notify owners, and dealers will modify the tailgate lid lights and install updated gaskets and a wiring sub-harness or will replace both tailgate lid lights. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is M49.
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper
NHTSA campaign 18V777000 · reported November 1, 2018 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 64,785 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura MDX, 2017-2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda HR-V and Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
The risk
A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C31 and L30.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Visibility/wiper1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Sep 13, 2018 · Visibility/wiper · 25 miles
I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE NEW, IN LATE MARCH 2018; I BELIEVE WE TOOK DELIVERY ON MARCH 29, 2018. WE HAVE HAD AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH THE MEMORY POSITIONING OF THE STEERING WHEEL. OUR VEHICLE HAS THE ADVANCED PACKAGE. INTERMITTENTLY, THE SEAT WILL GO TO THE MEMORIZED POSITION, BUT THE STEERING WHEEL WILL STAY IN THE…
Does the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, the most recent reported on March 28, 2019 (Exterior lighting, Exterior lighting: tail lights). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid?
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is visibility/wiper (1 complaints).
How many 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 1 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 13, 2018.