Does the 2013 Acura MDX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Acura MDX, the most recent reported on December 18, 2023 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Acura MDX?

Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (9 complaints), followed by electrical system (8).

How many 2013 Acura MDX complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 30 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2013 Acura MDX recalls and problems

1 recall and 30 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Acura MDX.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2013 Acura MDX recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 23V858000 · reported December 18, 2023 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 2,490,460 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

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

Engine9
Electrical system8
Unknown or other5
Power train4
Exterior lighting3
Steering3
Vehicle speed control3
Forward collision avoidance2
Air bags1
Electronic stability control (ESC)1

What owners report

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

Sep 28, 2026 · Fuel system, gasoline · 161,500 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact was able to steer the vehicle to the side of the road. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated during the failure. The contact…

Jun 14, 2026 · Exterior lighting
The car is giving external right head light issue. The light turns off suddenly at night which we need to turn on again after 2 minutes. This happens frequently and we have to turn on the lights very often. The dealer examined the issue and he expressed regret in repairing the vehicle and estimated price of $2.500.The…

Jun 20, 2025 · Engine
Unknown

Jan 21, 2025 · Air bags
Warning message appeared 1/17/25. Inspected by Price Acura service department 1/20/25. Checked online recall for airbags. Multiple airbag recalls are mentioned for Acura, including my make and model. This vehicle has approximately 92,000 miles and I am the original owner. Would like to know if this $1800 charge would…

Nov 7, 2023 · Electrical system · 158,000 miles · fire reported
The contact owns a 2013 Acura MDX. The contact stated that he was about to drive the vehicle when he noticed the front passenger-side headlight was flickering. The contact stated he decided not to drive the vehicle. The contact stated when he looked at the vehicle again he noticed the vehicle was on fire from the…

MDX model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2010	1	45	6	4
2011	0	70	4	1
2012	1	76	4	3
2013	1	30	0	3
2014	8	172	10	3
2015	8	71	5	2
2016	7	377	10	5

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

Questions

Does the 2013 Acura MDX have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Acura MDX, the most recent reported on December 18, 2023 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Acura MDX?: Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (9 complaints), followed by electrical system (8).
How many 2013 Acura MDX complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 30 complaints report a crash and 3 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 28, 2026.