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5FRYD4H4XGB••••••2016 Acura MDX
This build draws 2.5× more complaints than the average 2016 Acura MDX build (12 vs 5).
12on this build
361on the model
74builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 5Engine 4Fuel/propulsion System 1Structure 1
What owners of this build wrote
Engine And Engine CoolingJul 2026
The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2016 Acura MDX. The contact stated that the owner reported an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine while starting the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic, where the…
EngineMar 2025
My Acura mdx 2016 has always had oil changes on time . Also only 93 octane gas . Online there are 100’s of people complaining about my issue which there is a recall for same year make and model but my vin is not included. The recall is for rod knock , and this is what I’m…
StructureNov 2023
White Diamond Pearl Paint started peeling prematurely approx 130,000 miles in 2023 in large sections causing unsightly paint. This is a very well known problem for this car in both Acuras and Hondas and a recall was done but with very very limited vehicles. Dealer refused to…
Power TrainAug 2023
I have had numerous instances of the car not engaging the transmission when driving. This can happen at highway speed; the car will not accelerate and acts like it is in neutral. You must take your foot off the gas pedal for the transmission to re-engage before accelerating.…
Fuel/propulsion SystemFeb 2019
2016-2018: noticed car occasionally hesitant like not 'getting' into gear but no stalling. Wife driving car and stalls while stopped at a light. Simply restarts car with no issue. February 2019: wife driving car and stalls but when restarted, all lights in dash are on and car…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5FRYD4H4XGB051036 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.