2007 Acura MDX Reliability
The 2007 Acura MDX has 99 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and suspension. Compared with nearby MDX model years (2005–2009), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the MDX's typical year, while the 2005 drew 180 complaints.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
99
NHTSA owner complaints
1
Recall campaigns
2
Complaints citing a crash
2
Complaints citing a fire
2007 Acura MDX complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 model year, filed between 2007 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 51 | 52% |
| Suspension | 12 | 12% |
| Engine | 11 | 11% |
| Steering | 10 | 10% |
| Air bags | 8 | 8% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 8 | 8% |
| Unknown or other | 7 | 7% |
| Engine & cooling | 4 | 4% |
2007 Acura MDX recalls
1 recall campaign on NHTSA record for the 2007 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08E013000 | Feb 5, 2008 | Equipment — mechanical / carrier/rack | Honda is recalling 2,032 hitch style bike racks sold as aftermarket for use on my 2003-2007 and some my 2008 honda pilot, ridgeline, and Acura MDX vehicles. A pinch bolt exists between the bike arm bracket and the upright assembly of the "hitch" style bicycle… |
How the 2007 compares with nearby MDX years
Verdicts come from CarWhere's year-by-year MDX analysis where it covers the year, otherwise from the years shown here.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 180 | 13 | Powertrain / transmission | Avoid |
| 2006 | 87 | 11 | Powertrain / transmission | Avoid |
| 2007 (this page) | 99 | 1 | Electrical system | Solid |
| 2008 | 49 | 1 | Body structure | Better year |
| 2009 | 52 | 0 | Electrical system | Better year |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2007 Acura MDX
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Suspension: listen for clunks over bumps, look for leaking struts and uneven tire wear.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Steering: check for a steering warning light, heavy or notchy steering and clunks over bumps; power-steering faults show up at low speed.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 1 campaign above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2007 Acura MDX reliability FAQ
Is the 2007 Acura MDX reliable?
The 2007 Acura MDX has 99 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and suspension. Compared with nearby MDX model years (2005–2009), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the MDX's typical year, while the 2005 drew 180 complaints.
What are the most common 2007 Acura MDX problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Acura MDX are electrical system (51), suspension (12), engine (11), steering (10). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2007 Acura MDX have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2007 Acura MDX, including 08E013000 (equipment — mechanical / carrier/rack). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2007 Acura MDX compare with the 2006 and 2008 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2006 has 87 complaints and 11 recalls (avoid); the 2008 has 49 complaints and 1 recall (better year). The 2007 has 99 complaints and 1 recall.
How do I check a specific used 2007 Acura MDX?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2007 MDX, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.