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2010 Acura MDX recalls and problems

1 recall and 45 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Acura MDX.

1
recalls
45
owner complaints
6
complaints mentioning a crash
4
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.

2010 Acura MDX recalls

Air bags

NHTSA campaign 10V002000 · reported January 4, 2010 · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) · 644 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Honda is recalling certain model year acura 2010 mdx vehicles manufactured between october 7, 2009 and november 14, 2009. A bolt used to attach an interior trim piece to either the driver's or passenger's side a-pillar may not have been installed during manufacturing.
The risk
In the event of a crash resulting in side curtain air bag deployment, the trim piece may not remain properly secured to the a-pillar, increasing the risk of injury to the driver and/or front seat passenger.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the interior trim piece of the a-pillar and if a bolt is missing it will be installed free of charge. Four vehicles were purchased before the stop-sale was issued and all the vehicles have been inspected and repaired if necessary.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 15, 2025 · Latches/locks/linkages · 184,000 miles

The contact owns a 2010 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while attempting to open the door, the contact’s grandson exited the vehicle, and the door closed independently. The contact stated that his daughter had experienced the door closing independently onto her right hand while exiting the vehicle. No warning light…

Apr 21, 2025 · Power train

SO my car had a torque converter recall at some point i was not notified of it to get it fixed. as such i drove it across the us and ended up making the transmission slip so bad that it would not go into gear anymore. since this i have taken it a dealership where the recall was performed after the fat and now they…

Sep 19, 2024 · Visibility · 240,000 miles · fire reported

The contact's wife owned a 2010 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while parked in his garage, the passenger's low beam headlamp was removed after it stopped illuminating. The contact observed then observed the driver's low beam heal lamp blinking. The contact stated after 10 minutes, he and his family observed a…

Jun 20, 2024 · Structure

This is in reference to Acura Service Bulletin 14-032, Rear Side Body Plug is missing. Both my right and left side body plugs were missing, causing myself and family to experience symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning for at least a year. I had the exhaust system checked by Acura and and independent garage and they…

Apr 18, 2024 · Power train

Massive consumption of oil2 qts every 1000 miles

MDX model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2007 09922
2008 04921
2009 05241
2010 14564
2011 07041
2012 17643
2013 13003

Across all years, the 2016 MDX has the most complaints (377). All Acura MDX years →

Questions

Does the 2010 Acura MDX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2010 Acura MDX, the most recent reported on January 4, 2010 (Air bags). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Acura MDX?
Owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (11 complaints), followed by electrical system (9).
How many 2010 Acura MDX complaints mention a crash or fire?
6 of 45 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 15, 2025.