Is the 2020 ACURA MDX safe to drive?

The 2020 ACURA MDX has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

Campaign 23V751000

Critical Plain English 2023-11-13

What This Recall Means

Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

What Happened

The connecting rod bearing in your vehicle's engine is a critical part that helps keep your engine running smoothly. In some cases, this bearing can wear out and seize, causing engine damage.

Risk if Unfixed

If the connecting rod bearing fails, your engine may start to run improperly or even stall while you're driving. This could lead to a fire, a crash, or serious injury.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your Acura dealer will inspect your engine and repair or replace it as needed, all at no cost to you. You'll receive a notification letter with instructions on how to schedule the repair.

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #23V751000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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