More recall homework
2020 Acura MDXhas more recalls listed.
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Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.
More complaint activity
2020 Acura MDXhas more complaint records.
Open investigation signals
2020 Acura MDXhas more open investigations.
Fuel data incomplete
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Short answer: MDX needs more recall homework, MDX has more complaint activity, MDX has more severity reports and MDX has more open investigation signals. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
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| Record | 2021 Acura MDX | 2020 Acura MDX | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 0 | 7 | MDX has 7 more recalls |
| Total complaints | 0 | 204 | MDX has 204 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 | 3 / 0 / 1 / 0 | MDX has 4 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 4 | 7 | MDX has 3 more investigations |
| Open investigations | 4 | 5 | MDX has 1 more open investigations |
| Manufacturer communications | 9 | 114 | MDX has 105 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 0 | 46 | MDX has 46 more reports |
| Warranty programs | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Software notices | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | None listed | May 21, 2026 | MDX has a listed date |
| Latest complaint | None listed | May 30, 2026 | MDX has a listed date |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Different |
| Fuel type | Not listed | Gasoline | Different |
| Efficiency | Not listed | 22 combined MPG | Different |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | Not listed | $3,150 | Fuel data incomplete |
| Safety-rating records | 0 | 3 | Different availability |