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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 5J8YD4H50KL016765 · Checked Sep 29, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 3

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5J8YD4H50KL•••••• 2019 Acura MDX

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183on the model
69builds in total
Most reported Engine And Engine Cooling 2 Electrical System 1 Engine 1 Fuel System 1

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Engine And Engine Cooling Aug 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Acura MDX. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer for routine maintenance, and it was diagnosed that the tensioner was leaking, and the timing belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. There were no warning…
Electrical System Aug 2023
UNKNOWN Over the course of a couple weeks, engine has intermittently stalled while driving, forcing me to turn off the car in the middle of the road. Progressively, other electronics have also intermittent failed including power steering and infotainment system. All dashboard…
Engine And Engine Cooling Nov 2023
The contact owns a 2019 Acura MDX. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the…

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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 5J8YD4H50KL016765 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.