2005 Acura MDX Air bags Problems
- Complaints
- 39about this part
- Share
- 22%of 180 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 151,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 39 complaints about the air bags of the 2005 Acura MDX, 22% of the 180 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 151,000 miles. 5 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 8 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“As I am driving my 5 year old to karate on a local road with 40 miles per hour, my whole left side air bag curtain deployed for absolutely no reason. ( I didn't hit anything and no one hit me either). I got a bruised hand, small concussion and a massive rash ( from chemicals in the air back). I called Acura and was told to go for diagnostic at local Acura dealership. I was charged $99 and was told to call my insurance company. …”
NHTSA complaint #11387602, filed 2021-01, 170,000 miles“I was in a collision and the front of my car impacted the rear of another. I was doing no more than 35-40 MPH. I slammed on my brakes. Upon impact, the air bag did not deploy. X-rays from er showed only pulled/strained muscles in back. I and my family and friends were concerned though that the airbag failed to deploy.”
NHTSA complaint #10915000, filed 2016-10, 186,000 miles“Upon entering intersection after being at a complete stop, the vehicles driver side airbag randomly deployed. Vehicle was towed to Acura of ocean in nj at which point Acura regional service manager claimed I hit a stationary object (which was not the case). I would welcome an opportunity to speak with someone who specializes in the recent airbag issues with honda and the other car mfgs.”
NHTSA complaint #10680839, filed 2015-02, 153,000 miles“I called my Acura dealer service department (new york) on 10/23/14, and was told that there is no recall for my 2005 Acura MDX although the NHTSA lists that car in the takata airbag recall pages concerning exploding airbags. Why does the Acura service department refuse to fix the problem? Is it dangerous to drive, and, if so, what can be done to make Acura responsive? Thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #10649473, filed 2014-10, 50,000 miles“Driving at highway speed 60mph right side curtain airbag,right front seat airbag and right side front seat belt pre tensioner deployed. When the air bag deployed a piece of the right side grab bar hit the driver in the face. The front passenger had abrasion on her face from the airbag hitting her. On star called right away and we gave them info and after they were sure we were ok hung up.we took the vehicle to smithtown Acura scanned for codes and found code f4-11. Acura informed me that a rep from Acura would inspect the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11306833, filed 2020-02, 104,845 milesRelated recalls
- 19V499000Jun 27, 2019Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2003-2006 MDX, 2001-2007 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005…Covers: Acura MDX 2003–2006, Honda Element 2003–2011, Accord 2001–2007 +9 more
- 19V501000Jun 27, 2019Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2005-2012 RL, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid…Covers: Acura MDX 2003–2006, Honda Element 2003–2011, Ridgeline 2006–2014 +9 more
- 19V182000Mar 6, 2019Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling specific 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2013-2016 ILX, 2013-2014 ILX Hybrid, 2003-2006 MDX, 2007-2016 RDX, 2002-2003 3.2TL…Covers: Acura MDX 2003–2006, TL 2002–2006, 2009–2014, RDX 2007–2016 +14 more
- 17V029000Jan 10, 2017Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Acura MDX and Honda CR-V vehicles, 2005-2011 Honda Element vehicles, 2005-2012 Acura RL…Covers: Acura MDX 2005–2006, RL 2005–2012, Honda Ridgeline 2006–2012 +4 more
- 16V344000May 23, 2016Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2005-2011 Acura RL, 2005-2006 Honda CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007-2008…Covers: Acura MDX 2003–2006, Honda Element 2003–2011, Acura RL 2005–2011 +5 more
- 15V320000May 28, 2015Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2001-2007 Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2001-2004 Honda Civic GX, 2003-2005 Honda Civic Hybrid…Covers: Acura MDX 2003–2006, Honda Element 2003–2011, Accord 2001–2007 +9 more
- 14V700000Nov 4, 2014American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2001-2005 Honda Civic, 2003-2004 Civic CNG and Element, 2002-2005 CR-V, 2002-2004 Odyssey…Covers: Acura MDX 2003–2005, Honda Civic 2001–2005, CR-V 2002–2005 +7 more
- 14V353000Jun 20, 2014American Honda Motor Company, Inc.'s (Honda) is conducting a limited regional recall for certain model year 2003-2005 Accord, Civic, CR-V, Pilot and Acura…Covers: Acura MDX 2003–2005, Honda Civic 2003–2005, Pilot 2003–2005 +6 more
Related service bulletins
- 11034208Jun 30, 2026Service Bulletin - Warranty Extension: Customer Support Program For Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator.
- 10172576Mar 10, 2020Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty…
- 10172572Mar 10, 2020Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty…
- 10141185Jun 7, 2018Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty…
- 10141183Jun 1, 2018Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty…
- 10139574May 24, 2018Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty…
- 10086306Sep 7, 2016Posters sent to hawaiian independent repair facilities, automotive part stores, car washes, and gas stations to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment…
- 10086291Sep 7, 2016Flyer circulated to the residents of hawaii to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
- 10086288Aug 29, 2016Letter sent in conjunction with the florida highway safety and motor vehicles department to remind florida owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their…
- 10086302Aug 21, 2016Advertisement in hawaiian newspapers to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
Air bags: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 | 5 | 3% |
| 2020 | 5 | 2% |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 | 2 | 1% |
| 2017 | 2 | 1% |
| 2016 | 7 | 2% |
| 2015 | 4 | 6% |
| 2014 | 3 | 2% |
| 2013 | 1 | 3% |
| 2012 | 9 | 12% |
| 2011 | 6 | 9% |
| 2010 | 3 | 7% |
| 2009 | 4 | 8% |
| 2008 | 5 | 10% |
| 2007 | 8 | 8% |
| 2006 | 15 | 17% |
| 2005 | 39 | 22% |
| 2004 | 26 | 15% |
| 2003 | 42 | 20% |
| 2002 | 23 | 11% |
| 2001 | 18 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2005 Acura MDX
87 complaintsElectrical system
18 complaintsBrakes
14 complaintsElectronic stability control
11 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsEngine
7 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsEquipment
5 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Acura MDX
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology