2013 Acura MDX Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 27%of 30 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 77,543miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the electrical system of the 2013 Acura MDX, 27% of the 30 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 77,543 miles. 3 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Per the mechanic many Acura's having issues with handsfreelink bluetooth which doesn't turn off resulting draining battery. We just replaced our battery and issue still persists. I called Acura and they said they are aware of the issue but can not do anything since our VIN is not part of the recall. This can be a big safety issue since people have experienced cars stopped mid road due to no power. Please help since Acura is ignoring safety of their consumers! Reference link for the issue which has been reported by many people. …”
NHTSA complaint #11389302, filed 2021-01, 80,000 miles“A 2013 Acura MDX vehicle (advance model) was bought in the Acura dealer on july 27, 2013. Starting on october 2013, strong smell of fumes has sporadically been sensed inside the vehicle, making it uncomfortable to breathe. Since november 5, 2013, the vehicle has been in and out of the shop (three times) to target the cause of the fumes. …”
NHTSA complaint #10560389, filed 2014-01, 3,272 miles“Battery has had to be replace three times during ownership of car. Also currently experiencing for the third time since purchase in fall of 2013, total electrical failure. Lights turn on and off w/o prompting, car doesn't turn over with proper key usage. Dashboard lights warning flash, check engine, TPMS. Majority of error codes are loss of communication between all modules. Electric windows and electric seat adjustment non-responsive.this happens while the car is parked and in the p position and remains stationary.”
NHTSA complaint #11405269, filed 2021-03, 135,000 miles“Back-up camera video / navigation module, and stereo / clock screens remained blank after starting engine, placing car in reverse gear and moving slowly down driveway in an approximate time frame of 3-4 minutes. All screens continued to be blank after exiting driveway, stopping, then placing car in drive and traveling 5-7 MPH on street. Stopped vehicle at stop sign after traveling 200 yards. Re-engaged reverse, then drive gears with foot on brake. …”
NHTSA complaint #10532687, filed 2013-07, 75,086 miles“During driving, Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) will activate and BRAKE light will blink, indicating that you should apply brakes. This happened multiple times. Finally the CMBS warning light came on permanently. I took my car to Acura Dealership for repairs. They informed me that it was a software issue and update of the software should resolve this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11475781, filed 2022-07Related service bulletins
- 10145421Sep 28, 2018Service bulletin - After the software update, some vehicles, based on how they are driven (extreme conditions), may still experience ATF deterioration after updating the PGM-FI…
- 10129341Feb 15, 2018Tech line summary article - We?re currently looking at an issue that when connected to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® using an iPhone with iOS 11, there?s no phonebook showing up on…
- 10130041Jan 10, 2018Servicenews article - Some clients may complain that the Low Oil Pressure indicator comes on, requiring engine oil to be added, while others who routinely check the oil level as…
- 10124272Nov 18, 2017Techline summary article - We?re currently looking at an issue that when connected to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® using an iPhone with iOS 11, Pandora doesn?t work on the On Demand…
- 10124271Nov 14, 2017Techline summary article - We?re currently looking at an issue that when connected to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® using an iPhone with iOS 11, there?s no phonebook showing up on…
- 10108030Feb 11, 2017"service bulletin - after the software update, some vehicles based on how they are driven (extreme conditions) may still experience atf deterioration after updating the pgm-fi or…
- 10100125Nov 2, 2016Service bulletin - a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter…
- 10118035Oct 16, 2014Service bulletin - The steering wheel vibrates or there is a moan from under the hood while turning at slow speeds. The increase in steering pump torque causes the belt to slip…
- 10129314May 29, 2014Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2013 MDXs with a complaint of MIL on with the DTC P2101 (Throttle Control System Malfunction) stored. To fully…
- 10141159Jan 29, 2014Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2013 MDXs & 2013-2014 RDXs with a complaint of MIL on with the DTC P2101 (Throttle Control System Malfunction)…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 33% |
| 2025 | 54 | 47% |
| 2024 | 12 | 29% |
| 2023 | 8 | 19% |
| 2022 | 20 | 13% |
| 2020 | 41 | 18% |
| 2019 | 42 | 22% |
| 2018 | 28 | 17% |
| 2017 | 46 | 18% |
| 2016 | 38 | 10% |
| 2015 | 15 | 21% |
| 2014 | 27 | 16% |
| 2013 | 8 | 27% |
| 2012 | 13 | 17% |
| 2011 | 7 | 10% |
| 2010 | 9 | 20% |
| 2009 | 18 | 35% |
| 2008 | 8 | 16% |
| 2007 | 51 | 52% |
| 2006 | 8 | 9% |
| 2005 | 18 | 10% |
| 2004 | 21 | 12% |
| 2003 | 18 | 9% |
| 2002 | 12 | 6% |
| 2001 | 6 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2013 Acura MDX
9 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsForward collision avoidance
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Acura MDX
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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