2014 Acura MDX Technology & Entertainment SH-AWD
All photo credits
- Photo: Acura MDX facelift front 6.10.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: ACURA MDX (YD3) China by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: ACURA MDX SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD (YD3) CHINA VERSION RIGHT SIDE DOOR MIRROR by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Acura MDX facelift rear 3.29.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2018 Acura MDX interior by Deathpallie325, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2014 Acura MDX Technology & Entertainment SH-AWD is a 290-hp 3.5-liter SUV with a 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $50,565 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 290 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 267 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm, spinning to a 6,800 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The MDX measures 193.6 inches long on a 111.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,297 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $50,565 ($69,428 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $51,460 ($70,657 *) |
| Destination Charge | $895 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.5-liter direct-injection SOHC V-6 (Earth Dreams Technology) |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
| Torque | 267 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, i-VTEC, belt-driven |
| Bore and Stroke | 89 x 93 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct injection, Drive-By-Wire throttle, Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | SH-AWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic with Sequential SportShift paddle shifters, Sport mode and Grade Logic Control |
| 1st Gear | 3.359 (42 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 2.095 (67 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.485 (95 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.065 (132 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.754 (187 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 0.556 (253 mph **) |
| Reverse | 2.269 |
| Final Drive | 4.25 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 19.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut w/ Amplitude Reactive Dampers |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link w/ Amplitude Reactive Dampers |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated, 12.6" (320 mm) diameter, dual-piston caliper |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid, 13.0" (330 mm) diameter, single-piston caliper |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19" x 8" alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 19" x 8" alloy |
| Tires Front | 245/55R19 |
| Tires Rear | 245/55R19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 193.6 in |
| Width | 77.2 in |
| Height | 66.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in |
| Front Track | 66.3 in |
| Rear Track | 66.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.3 in |
| Approach Angle | 14.9° |
| Cargo Volume | 90.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,297 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 58% / 42% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.4 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 61.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 59.1 in |
| Hip Room Front | 57.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 57.8 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (15.5 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2014 Acura MDX SUV FWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
9 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Acura MDX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 4, 2026 · STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles that were sold in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. The rear subframe may corrode at the suspension mounting points, which can result in rear suspension component failure.
Consequence: Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear subframe and install a rear subframe reinforcement kit and, as necessary, repair or replace the rear subframe components, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in the fall of 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are AOU and AOT. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 10, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V365000
Apr 17, 2025 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles. Moisture may enter the tailgate lid light assembly and wiring harness, which can cause the interior and exterior lights to fail, including the lid lights, position lights, license plate lights and taillights.
Consequence: Vehicle lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the wiring and install a fuse harness, replace the lid light, and repair the body dust sealer, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Acura's customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Acura's number for this recall is FLI. Vehicles included in this recall that were previously repaired under NHTSA recall number 19V-256 will need to have the new remedy completed.
NHTSA campaign 25V259000
Dec 18, 2023 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
NHTSA campaign 23V858000
Mar 28, 2019 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Acura MDX and 2017-2019 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid vehicles. Moisture may enter the tailgate lid lights, possibly causing a loss of the tailgate lid lights and the taillights.
Consequence: Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will modify the tailgate lid lights and install updated gaskets and a wiring sub-harness or will replace both tailgate lid lights. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is M49.
NHTSA campaign 19V256000
Jul 1, 2015 · EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX and MDX AWD vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to December 16, 2014. The affected vehicles have air conditioning compressor clutch drive bolts that may not have received the proper anti-corrosion coating.
Consequence: If a bolt was not coated, it may corrode and break as a result. If the bolt breaks, the compressor clutch plate may separate from the vehicle, possibly becoming a road hazard.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air conditioning compressor clutch drive bolt and install a new clutch plate if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2015. Owners may contact Acura client relations at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's number for this recall is JQ7.
NHTSA campaign 15V417000
May 20, 2015 · FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX 2WD and AWD, RLX and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) may incorrectly interpret certain roadside objects such as metal fences or metal guardrails as obstacles and unexpectedly apply the brakes.
Consequence: If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the CMBS software, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's numbers for this recall is JQ4, JQ5 and JQ6.
NHTSA campaign 15V301000
Oct 10, 2014 · SEAT BELTS
American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to August 25, 2014, and 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to November 25, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the driver and front passenger seat belt may not extend or retract in low temperatures.
Consequence: A seatbelt that does not function increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Honda has notified owners, and dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's number for this recall is JK7 for the MKX, and JK8 for the RLX.
NHTSA campaign 14V639000
Nov 14, 2013 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Acura MDX AWD vehicles manufactured May 6, 2013, through October 14, 2013. The bolts that attach the drive shaft to the automatic transmission transfer assembly may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the bolts could loosen possibly allowing the shaft to detach.
Consequence: If the drive shaft detaches while driving it could cause excessive noise and possibly damage the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the drive shaft attaching bolts as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009 or visit their website at www.recalls.honda.com. Honda's recall number is JC8.
NHTSA campaign 13V571000
Jul 22, 2013 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
American Honda Motor Co. is recalling certain Trailer Hitch Harness Kits, Part Number 08L91-TZ5-200. These kits are for use in 2014 model year Acura MDX vehicles. The trailer hitch kit has a subharness that is incorrectly wired such that there may be no power supplied to an accessory trailer brake controller.
Consequence: If the trailer brake controller is not powered, when towing a trailer, longer stopping distances could be required, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners and Acura dealers will correct the trailer hitch subharness wiring, free of charge. The recall began on August 23, 2013. Owners may contact Acura Customer Service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's number for this campaign is JB2.
NHTSA campaign 13E040000
172 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2014 Acura MDX
Owner Complaints
172 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Acura MDX (10 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Steering | 38 |
| Electrical System | 27 |
| Power Train | 27 |
| Engine | 26 |
| Service Brakes | 26 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2014 ACURA MDX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.