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2008 Acura MDX recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2008 Acura MDX, but owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
49
Crashes / fires
2 / 1
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2008 Acura MDX vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Acura MDX problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure8
Electrical System8
Suspension6
Air Bags5
Steering4
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Vehicle Speed Control3
Power Train3
Service Brakes3
Engine3
Unknown or Other3
Latches/Locks/Linkages2

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 7
  • Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 2
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hatchback/Liftgate › Lock — 1
  • Seat Belts › Integrated Child Seat — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 1
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch — 1
  • Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 40,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2008 Acura MDX complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · reported Jan 18, 2026
My car exterior paint has poor quality. It has been for years. It clear coat peeling and bubbling due to poor factory adhesion between paint layers, Fading & Chalking. This happens for so many years ago but I don’t know this happened because the manufacturers problem until recently a friend told me this
Unknown or Other · reported Apr 30, 2025
About maybe 2 months ago my tailgate open light comes on. When the exterior light is left on when I get in the car. .. it will go out but the tailgate light open will come on while driving and you will a ding then the light comes on while drive ng. As a result the car alarm.goes.off several times. I have checked the tailgate and it is closed I have taken it in but they can't find the reason why this happening. I have been on other forums and this appears to have been a problem.with.other Acura 2008 MDX,s.
Electrical System · reported May 14, 2023
The clock in the 2008 Acura MDX stopped working over 18 months ago. This occurred after an Acura Day-light-Savings time update. In order to check the time now you have to take your eyes off the road. There are thousands of Acura vehicles with this problem. ACURA REFUSES TO HELP. They state there is no solution to the problem. They caused the problem!
Air Bags · reported Mar 26, 2023
I was at stoplight waiting to make a right turn and the Check Air Bag System turned on. No accident, just the error came on for no reason. This is safety issue and it should have lifetime warranty! I called the dealer and they told me that its will cost me $295 just to diagnose the error. I feel like this should be recall. I understand that it’s an electronic device and could failed. But it should have lifetime warranty.
Air Bags · reported Apr 11, 2022
Had front collision with another vehicle and hit their passenger side of the vehicle and their Airbags Deployed on that side but my Airbags didn’t Deploy in the Front. I suffered injuries because it didn’t work.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Acura MDX have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2008 Acura MDX as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Acura MDX?

Owners report structure problems most often (8 reports), followed by electrical system (8). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 40,000 miles.

Are Acura recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Acura dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.