Acura MDX Third generation (YD3) - Facelift (2017 - 2020)

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Third generation (YD3) - Facelift of Acura MDX has been in production since 2017 by 2020.
In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Third generation (YD3) - Facelift is longer than the previous generation by 2.6 inches , is lower by 0.2 inches. The weight of the car has increased by 41 lbs.
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Acura MDX Third generation (YD3) - Facelift dimensions and specs
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Body style | Crossover, SUV |
Engine options | J35Y5, 3.5L V-6, 290 HP, 267 lb/ft |
J30Y1, 3.0L V-6, 257 HP, 218 lb/ft | |
Transmission | 9-spd w/OD |
Drive type | front-wheel, all-wheel drive |
Length | 196.20 in |
Width | 77.2 - 77.8 in |
Height | 67.40 in |
Wheelbase | 111.00 in |
Curb weight | 4001 - 4350 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 |
Seating capacity | 6 - 7 |
Cargo capacity | 14.9 - 15.8 cu.in |
Cargo capacity with seats hold down | 90.9 cu.in |
Front hip room | 58.00 in |
Rear hip room | 58.00 in |
Front Headroom | 38.00 in |
Rear Headroom | 38.00 in |
Front shoulder room | 61.00 in |
Rear shoulder room | 59.00 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 19.50 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 18 - 20/25 - 27 |
Towing capacity | 3000 - 5000 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 5.9 - 6.5 sec |
¼ mile time | 14.2 - 14.9 sec |
Acura MDX Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Acura MDX Third generation (YD3) - Facelift production period from 2017 to 2020 drivers have reported 82 complaints. The most common problems are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES.
Model Year | Complaints |
2019 MDX |
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2018 MDX |
19
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2017 MDX |
48
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM since christmas the vehicle has had 8-10 occurrences in which the electrical system is going haywire. the instrument panel lists... |
20
~ 15958 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER i was driving 70mph on az state route 51. i heard a loud bang like a gun shot and a... |
16
~ 11472 miles |
POWER TRAIN we own a 2017 acura mdx my wife was driving the suv attempting to park when the vehicle briefly accelerated.... |
14
~ 11846 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES going about 20 miles an hour in traffic a vehicle in front of me at a distance of about 2... |
13
~ 9149 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL we own a 2017 acura mdx my wife was driving the suv attempting to park when the vehicle briefly accelerated.... |
12
~ 10480 miles |
ENGINE we own a 2017 acura mdx my wife was driving the suv attempting to park when the vehicle briefly accelerated.... |
10
~ 9393 miles |
VISIBILITY/WIPER the 2018 acura mdx has windshield distortions affecting visibility and can lead to dizziness resulting from visual vertigo. images seen... |
9
~ 962 miles |
WHEELS we bought this vehicle brand new it has 16 000 miles on it. we discovered a sidewall crack on the... |
5
~ 12660 miles |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM acura mdx 2017 bought brand new. has shut off completely 5 times in the last 60days. 3 times in the... |
4
~ 16250 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE it was 46 outside when i was driving down i-10. my sunroof exploded with no apparent cause. only car on... |
3
~ 5600 miles |
STEERING at approximately 500 miles on the odometer the steering wheel began vibrating when traveling between 58-62 mph. steering wheel vibrated... |
2
~ 2294 miles |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL i was parallel parking my car and after i got the car in the space warning lights starting coming on... |
2
~ 1850 miles |
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2019 acura mdx. while driving 35 mph the contact noticed that the front windshield was... |
1
~ 1000 miles |
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2017 acura mdx. while driving approximately 65 mph the sun roof exploded without warning or... |
1
~ 8500 miles |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE i own a 2017 acura mdx. the vin is [xxx]. on sunday january 13 2019 my wife was pulling into... |
1
~ 17000 miles |
HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE > BODY > STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2017 acura mdx. while the liftgate was closing remotely it forcefully closed and struck the... |
1
~ 15000 miles |
REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY takata recall: correction for complaint #11164408. rear view camera remains in the reverse position when i shift from reverse to... |
1
~ 12000 miles |
SEATS when i purchase new car there is rust on both side front seats.... |
1
~ 67 miles |
STRUCTURE 2017 acura mdx. consumer writes in regards to warning "beeps" volume issues. *smd the consumer stated the volume of the... |
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AIR BAGS [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia) 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).' *pm ... |
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How to improve the appearance of your Acura MDX and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Acura MDX to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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All-Fit Automotive 2.5 Inch Universal Bu...
- ✔️ Protect your bumper from scrapes; OEM grade lip is made in the USA and does not rip or tear
- ✔️ The strongest bumper lip you can buy; Heavy duty material offers excellent protection
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GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...
- UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Ch...
- [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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iJDMTOY 30W High Power 10-LED LEDayFlex ...
- All new Free-style flexible design
- 10 pieces super bright 3W each eagle eye LED lights (30W total)
- Each LED light is measured at 0.94" in diameter and 1.00" in length
- Free style mounting to bumper...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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Fender Flare Rocker Moulding Clip Bumper...
- 20PCS Fender Flare Plastic Compatible with Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA; Compatible with GM: 10184895, 20452072; Compatible with Ford: N803862-S
- 20PCS Rocker Moulding Clip Compatible with Chrysler: 68039280-AA; Compatible with Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler 2007 -2019
Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...
- Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
- Notable Size Details: the...
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VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...
- [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
- [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
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4 Pcs Wheel Cleaner Brush Wheel Barrel B...
- Practical Combination Set: you will receive a total of 4 pieces of wheel cleaning brushes, including 3 pieces of rim brushes for cleaning wheels in 3 different sizes, 1 piece of long soft bristle truck...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
Coilovers
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Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
- ?Made with premium...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotiv...
- Car Floor Mats fit for Honda, Toyota, Ford, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Buick, Porsche, Acura, etc. Model,Click the customize button start your order
- All the colors are in stock. The processing will be...
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Motor Trend Premium FlexTough All-Protec...
- Flex Tough – Our Advanced Performance Rubber Polymers are Tested for Extreme Conditions to Ensure they Don't Crack, Split or Deform
- No-Slip Grip – Rubberized Nibs on the Bottom so the Mat Does not Move...
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Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light S...
- What you can receive: there are 4 pieces of flash strobe controllers and 4 pieces of double sided adhesive tapes in the package, which can alert the vehicles behind you to stop to avoid rear-end...
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iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Fin...
- Universal fit for most cars (sedan/coupe/convertible)
- Come with (4) gunmetal grey color powder-coated anodized finish aluminum fasteners, (4) sets of stainless bolts/nuts/washers, (2) high strength fastener O-ring rubber bands
- Made with T6 6061 high quality...
Decals
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...
- Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
- Quality: High...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...
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SINGARO Funny Car Stickers Exterior Acce...
- Funny stickers: Decorate your beloved car with this funny car sticker.
- Sticker composition: The sticker consists of three parts, the first layer is a transparent transfer film, the second layer is a car sticker, and...

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