2014 Acura MDX Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 38about this part
- Share
- 22%of 172 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 23,500miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 38 complaints about the steering of the 2014 Acura MDX, 22% of the 172 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 23,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Intermittent motor noise from behind dash with recent 3 second simultaneous steering wheel lockup resulting in my loss of steering control. Reported the issues to dealer twice, but they could not replicate the issue and concluded no issue in my car.”
NHTSA complaint #10898574, filed 2016-08, 5,000 miles“While parallel parking, the power steering stopped working (car was stopped or going <3 MPH). It was extremely difficult to turn the wheel. No warning lights came on. I checked to be sure nothing was stuck in the wheel wells or otherwise blocking the tires. After pulling out of the parking spot, power steering returned to normal. It happened again when re-trying to parallel park, but then power came back to normal. I haven't taken it to the dealer yet. It started all of the sudden today and appears to have resolved spontaneously. But I worry that it will return, perhaps leading to an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #11397166, filed 2021-02, 75,000 miles“Vehicle would not start initially and displayed several error codes once it finally started. Once I began driving it did not have normal steering control and seemed as the transmission had problems. It wouldn't accelerate normally and the rpms ran higher than usual. There was no difference when I switched between normal and sport mode like usual. The n orlando auto nation Acura stated the issues were caused by a bad battery but it was serviced a week prior at auto nation honda and the battery tested good (see attached image). …”
NHTSA complaint #11057252, filed 2017-12, 79,500 miles“Vehicle would not start initially and displayed several error codes once it finally started. Once I began driving it did not have normal steering control and seemed as the transmission had problems. It wouldn't accelerate normally and the rpms ran higher than usual. There was no difference when I switched between normal and sport mode like usual. The n orlando auto nation Acura stated the issues were caused by a bad battery but it was serviced a week prior at auto nation honda and the battery tested good (see attached image). …”
NHTSA complaint #11057254, filed 2017-12, 79,500 miles“I have an 2014 sh-awd advance with entertainment package. After having vehicle a few months I made a call about noise coming from outside of car when backing and/or pulling forward like doing a 3 point turn. Was told it was normal for this vehicle. I asked when taking vehicle for first maintenance about grinding noise and told that these cars do that and was not a problem. I have been having issues that when pulling forward with wheels only slightly turned that there is a noise and alot of resistance in the steering. …”
NHTSA complaint #10668683, filed 2014-12, 7,400 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10153885Feb 20, 2019Service Bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it is adjusted in or out.
- 10145424Sep 25, 2018Engineering request for investigation - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2018 MDXs with a client complaint of vibration in the steering wheel…
- 10145408Sep 21, 2018Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2018 MDXs with a client complaint of vibration in the steering wheel while braking. To fully…
- 10142675Jul 3, 2018Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it is adjusted in or out. The steering column gearbox components are prematurely…
- 10108912Jun 23, 2017Tech line summary article - Are you feeling a vibration in the steering wheel while braking? We?re aware of this issue and are currently looking for a solution.
- 10108806Jun 1, 2017Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out. Premature wear of the steering column gearbox components.
- 10108708Feb 17, 2017Techline summary article - We?re currently looking at an issue concerning a disruption of AM reception when sharply turning the steering wheel. Some clients report that while…
- 10086962Oct 5, 2016Service bulletin - in high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out, potentially caused by premature wear of the steering column…
- 10084501Jul 16, 2016Techline summary article - if the eps system indicator is on and the steering is stiff, the cause could be related to a poor connection. To properly troubleshoot this concern…
- 10084456Jul 12, 2016Are you feeling a vibration in the steering wheel while braking? Were aware of this concern and are currently looking for a solution. In the meantime, turning or replacing the…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 3% |
| 2024 | 4 | 10% |
| 2023 | 4 | 9% |
| 2022 | 19 | 12% |
| 2020 | 4 | 2% |
| 2019 | 5 | 3% |
| 2018 | 3 | 2% |
| 2017 | 1 | 0% |
| 2016 | 12 | 3% |
| 2015 | 8 | 11% |
| 2014 | 38 | 22% |
| 2013 | 3 | 10% |
| 2012 | 2 | 3% |
| 2011 | 1 | 1% |
| 2010 | 6 | 13% |
| 2009 | 2 | 4% |
| 2008 | 4 | 8% |
| 2007 | 10 | 10% |
| 2006 | 2 | 2% |
| 2005 | 9 | 5% |
| 2004 | 3 | 2% |
| 2003 | 3 | 1% |
| 2002 | 5 | 2% |
| 2001 | 6 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2014 Acura MDX
27 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
27 complaintsBrakes
26 complaintsEngine
26 complaintsVehicle speed control
19 complaintsBody and structure
14 complaintsExterior lighting
13 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaintsEquipment
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 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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