Acura ZDX complaints by model year
68 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 56 | 4 | 0 | 5 |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| 2011 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| 2010 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2010–2024. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Back over prevention | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Air bags | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Power train | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Acura ZDX recalls (15)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one ZDX model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V306000 | May 14, 2026 | Rearview Camera May Display Distorted or Blank Image | 2024 | — |
| 26V112000 | Feb 26, 2026 | Instrument Panel and Rearview Camera Displays May Fail/FMVSS 101,111,305 | 2024 | 47.4% |
| 25V234000 | Apr 10, 2025 | Stabilizer Bar May Detach and Damage Cables | 2024 | — |
| 25V018000 | Jan 16, 2025 | Loss of Drive Power from Damaged Cables | 2024 | 94% |
| 24V614000 | Aug 15, 2024 | Loss of Brakes from Unexpected ABS Activation | 2024 | 99.3% |
| 19V500000 | Jun 27, 2019 | Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2010, 2012 | 71.1% |
| 19V502000 | Jun 27, 2019 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2010–2013 | 57.1% |
| 19V378000 | May 16, 2019 | Improperly Installed Passenger Air Bag Inflator | 2010, 2011, 2012 | 51.2% |
| 19V182000 | Mar 6, 2019 | Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2010–2013 | 54.2% |
| 18V661000 | Sep 27, 2018 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2010–2013 | 81.1% |
| 18V042000 | Jan 9, 2018 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2010–2013 | 76.8% |
| 17V030000 | Jan 10, 2017 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture | 2010, 2011, 2012 | 74.7% |
| 16V346000 | May 24, 2016 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture | 2010, 2011 | 69.1% |
| 16V061000 | Feb 3, 2016 | Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture | 2010–2013 | 85.6% |
| 10V145000 | Apr 12, 2010 | AIRBAG DASHBOARD COVERING | 2010 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | suv awd |
| 2013 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv 4wd |
| 2012 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv 4wd |
| 2011 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Acura ZDX FAQ
How many recalls has the Acura ZDX had?
NHTSA lists 15 recall campaigns that cover at least one Acura ZDX model year from 2010 to 2024. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Acura ZDX year has the most complaints?
Among the last 3 model years with settled counts, the 2010 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (9) and the 2012 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Acura ZDX problems?
Across the 2010–2024 model years, owners most often name the forward collision avoidance, service brakes, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Acura ZDX get?
EPA rates the 2024 Acura ZDX at 78 to 90 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.