Acura ADX Reliability by YearBest & worst years, problems & recalls β NHTSA data
Comparing used Acura ADX options? We analyzed 2 model years (2025β2026) using real NHTSA complaint and recall data so you can spot stronger years, avoid riskier ones, and know what to inspect before buying.
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- Accident & damage history
- Odometer rollback records
- Open recalls & title brands
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the Acura ADX has 5 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls across model years 2025β2026. The most reported issue area is UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
- Make
- Acura
- Model
- ADX
- Model years analyzed
- 2025β2026 (2 years)
- Total NHTSA complaints
- 5
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Fire-related complaints
- 0
- Worst model year (by complaints)
- 2025 (5 complaints)
- Top reported issue area
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Reliability signal
- Excellent
Crash test ratings
NHTSA NCAP crash test ratings
New Car Assessment ProgramNCAP crash tests measure how well a vehicle protects occupants in controlled frontal crash, side crash, and rollover scenarios. Stars are awarded per category (5 = safest). These laboratory results are independent of owner complaints and are performed by NHTSA engineers on new production vehicles.
Source: nhtsa.gov/ratings
What the complaint data suggests
ExcellentThe ACURA ADX has 5 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
- 5 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 0 federal recall campaigns
- No crash-related complaints on record
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Consult the by-year breakdown to identify model years with elevated complaint rates.
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Problems by model year (best vs. worst)
Source: NHTSA public complaints database. Updated: Jul 2026
Safety recalls
NHTSA safety recalls
0 recalls foundSafety recalls are mandatory repair campaigns ordered by NHTSA when a vehicle defect poses an unreasonable risk to safety. Manufacturers are required to fix recalled vehicles free of charge. Always verify open recalls before buying a used car.
No NHTSA recalls were found in our database for this model. Always verify open recalls using your specific VIN on NHTSA.gov.
Source: NHTSA Recalls Database. Data covers model years 2025β2026. Always run a VIN-specific check below for the most up-to-date open recall status.
Common problems
What goes wrong most often
The vehicle systems owners complain about most, ranked from all 5 NHTSA complaints β these are the areas to inspect first on a used car.
Owner complaints
NHTSA complaint reports
5 totalThese are consumer-submitted safety complaints filed directly with NHTSA. Each complaint describes a real owner's experience. Complaints flagged as crash-related or fire-related are highlighted.
The contact owns a 2025 Acura ADX. The contact stated that the automatic walk-away door lock feature operated inconsistently and occasionally failed to lock the vehicle after the contact had exited and walked away from the vehicle. The contact stated the manufacturer was notified of the issue and recommended that the vehicle be diagnosed. Additionally, during inclement weather, the windows would become foggy while driving. The contact stated that adjustments to the climate control system failed to defog the windows and that the defogger was not operating as needed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer; however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 8,200.
1. The failed component was the panoramic sunroof glass. The glass spontaneously shattered and blew inward into the cabin while the vehicle was in normal operation. Yes β the vehicle and the remaining glass fragments are available for inspection upon request. 2.How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The failure created an immediate and severe safety hazard. When the sunroof exploded inward, sharp glass fragments fell directly onto the driver and all passengers, including their heads, faces, and upper bodies. This posed a risk of: Lacerations Eye injuries Loss of driver control due to the sudden explosion Startle reaction that could have caused a crash with surrounding traffic Everyone in the vehicle was exposed to falling glass and the shock of the explosion. 3.Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? At this time, the issue has not been reproduced, but the dealer inspection confirmed that the sunroof glass was shattered and had blown inward. The dealer acknowledged the failure but has not identified a cause. 4. Were there any warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? There were no warning lights, messages, noises, cracks, or visible defects before the sunroof exploded. The failure occurred suddenly and without any prior symptoms.
Intermittent issues with Bluetooth connectivity. Affects using phone hands free. Cannot have clear conversation. Only option (not an option) is to not use Android/Apple car play which is illegal.
The contact's wife owns a 2025 Acura ADX. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the parking brake independently engaged. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure had occurred approximately ten times. Additionally, after shifting from park(P) to reverse(R), the parking brake remained engaged, and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the failure also occurred tice with the loaner vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the informed the contact that the failure was operatorβs error and closed the case. The approximate failure mileage was 5,000.
The car has been leaking water it has been coming through the speaker thatβs in the roof. The car has a sunroof and is at the dealership for the second time for the same issue. First time it was there for 5 days and they canβt replicate the problem. The car smells like itβs growing mold or mildew. Concerns for electrical components being exposed to large amount of water.
Showing 5 of 5 total NHTSA complaints. Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
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The basics
How to read this data
Complaints, recalls, investigations β hereβs what each number actually tells you about a used Acura ADX, in plain English.
What is an NHTSA Complaint?
An NHTSA safety complaint is a report filed directly by a vehicle owner or driver describing a safety-related issue. Anyone can submit a complaint at NHTSA.gov. The number of complaints is a signal of how common a problem is β but complaints per model-year matter more than raw totals, since popular vehicles naturally receive more reports. The Acura ADX has 5 complaints on record across 2 model years.
What is a Safety Recall?
A safety recall is a mandatory campaign issued by NHTSA when a vehicle component poses an unreasonable risk to safety or does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standards. Unlike complaints (which are owner-reported), recalls are formally investigated and confirmed by regulators. Manufacturers must fix recalled vehicles free of charge. The Acura ADX has 0 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database.
What Are Crash Complaints?
Crash complaints are NHTSA filings where the owner indicates a crash occurred as part of the incident. 0 of the Acura ADX's 5 complaints involved a crash. This metric is particularly important because it indicates how often defects resulted in actual collisions β a key safety signal beyond general reliability.
How Is the Reliability Verdict Calculated?
The reliability verdict (Excellent) is generated by analyzing the vehicle's total complaints, recall history, crash complaint ratio, fire complaint ratio, and top component failures relative to class averages. This verdict gives buyers a quick interpretation before they review year-level details and VIN-level history. It should be treated as one decision input, not a substitute for a VIN-specific report.
Why Do Newer Years Have Fewer Complaints?
Newer model years appear to have fewer complaints because there has been less time for owners to file them. Complaints accumulate over years of ownership. A 2020 model year vehicle will typically show fewer complaints than a 2015 model year even if it is less reliable β simply because fewer owners have had time to report issues. Focus on complaints per year of market presence when comparing across model years.
Fleet Data vs. Individual VIN
Everything on this page reflects aggregated data across all Acura ADX vehicles on the road β not any specific car. Two Acura ADX vehicles of the same year can have very different histories: one may have been in three accidents and have an open recall; another may be clean. A VIN check gives you the individual car's history: accidents, title brands, odometer records, service history, and real-time recall status.
What Are NHTSA Investigations?
When NHTSA receives a pattern of related safety complaints, it opens a formal investigation. A Preliminary Evaluation (PE) is the first stage β NHTSA determines if a safety defect may exist. If evidence is strong, it escalates to an Engineering Analysis (EA), which can result in a mandatory recall. The Acura ADX has 0 investigations on record (0 active). Investigations listed above may have already led to the recalls shown on this page.
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Acura ADX reliability β frequently asked questions
Is the Acura ADX reliable?
Excellent. The Acura ADX has 5 NHTSA owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns across model years. A commonly reported issue area is UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Use year-level data as a pattern guide, then verify the exact car with a VIN check before purchase.
Which Acura ADX years to avoid?
Years with the most NHTSA complaints: 2025 (5 complaints). Use these years as a shortlist for deeper inspection, and always run a VIN check on the exact vehicle before purchase.
What are the most common Acura ADX problems?
Top reported issues: UNKNOWN OR OTHER (3 complaints); VISIBILITY (1 complaints); LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES (1 complaints).
Does the Acura ADX have recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns are currently on record for the Acura ADX. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.