Rollover possibility in NHTSA’s defined scenario: 16.4%.
Equipment reported in the NHTSA test record
Electronic stability control · Standard
Forward-collision warning · Standard
Lane-departure warning · Standard
The NHTSA record was matched using the decoded model year, make, model, body, drivetrain and any required cab or powertrain details. Source naming differences do not combine different configurations.
Ratings describe a tested configuration, not the condition or crash history of this individual used vehicle. Compare NHTSA overall and frontal ratings only within the same vehicle class and within 250 pounds of curb weight.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings · Record 14491. Retrieved Oct 24, 2026.
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Additional independent testing
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Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Forward collision warning (FCW) Yes
Lane-keeping assist (LKA) Yes
Lane-departure warning (LDW) Yes
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Brake assist Yes
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Yes
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Knee airbags Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 8 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Daytime running lightsStandard
Automatic high-beam switchingStandard
Rear visibility systemStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Parking AssistDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Oct 24, 2026.
Recalls, investigations and service information +
Open safety recalls
A current VIN-specific recall result is not available in this report. Crash-test ratings do not establish whether recalls have been repaired. Ask the dealer for the current recall status and completed repair records for this VIN.
VIN: 5J8YD4H53LL006409
Matched year, make and model · not VIN-specific
NHTSA investigations and service information
Defect investigations
3 NHTSA investigations found for this model year
No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
NHTSA action: EA25004 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Opened Mar 26, 2025
Engine failure
NHTSA action: PE25008 · ENGINE
Opened Aug 20, 2025
Engine failure
NHTSA action: RQ24013 · ENGINE
Opened Nov 8, 2024 · Closed Aug 20, 2025
Manufacturer communications
110 communications found for this model year
These records can include service bulletins, repair instructions, campaigns, warranty extensions, software updates and other manufacturer notices. The total is not a problem rate or reliability score.
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Document 11015014
Service Bulletin - The AWD warning light is on with one or more AWD DTCs having been set due to water intrusion into the electric oil pump motor connector area corrodes the terminals.
Document 11020584
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop the vehicle may not restart automatically due to excessive cylinder pressure and/or low cranking torque. Typically, the client can immediately restart the vehicle by selecting Park and pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button.
Document 11026692
Dealer Message - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Typically, the client can immediately restart the vehicle by selecting Park and pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button.
Document 11028523
Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engaging, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Acura is providing a product update with a new PGM-FI software update to fix this issue.
Document 10173888
Service Bulletin - The bolt holes for the replacement second row seat frames are not threaded and require special self-tapping bolts to secure the seat cushion and seat-back frame to the seat frame.
Document 10179400
Service Bulletin - The transmission has intermittent harsh or jerky upshifts with steady acceleration.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Checked Oct 25, 2026. Records match 2020 Acura MDX, not a specific VIN.
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Vehicle information checked Oct 25, 2026. Model-level information is identified separately from equipment reported for this VIN.
Published towing information · US model/configuration reference
Towing capacity
2020 Acura MDX
Front-wheel drive
Up to 3,500 lb
SH-AWD gasoline and PMC Edition
Up to 5,000 lb
Match the published configuration and required hitch, wiring, trailer brakes and owner-manual passenger/cargo limits. These figures do not establish the equipment fitted to this VIN. Additional towing equipment is required. The Sport Hybrid has separate manufacturer guidance.
Confirm the matching configuration, installed hitch/tow equipment, payload, tongue weight and loaded trailer limits for this VIN before towing. These published figures do not verify equipment fitted to this vehicle.
Vehicle specifications
Specifications and features
VIN-decoded specifications
Engine horsepower
290 hp
Gross vehicle weight rating
Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Dealer-provided specifications
Engine
3.5L 24V SOHC i-VTEC V6
Dealer-listed features 21
Cruise Control
Backup Camera
Parking Assist
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
AWD
Sunroof/Moonroof
Adaptive Cruise Control
Remote Cargo Access
Remote Start
Push Start
3rd Row Seat
Power Seats
Homelink
Keyless Entry
Android Auto
Apple Car Play
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Leather Seats
Automatic Climate Control
VIN-decoded details come from NHTSA vPIC. Features are listed by the dealer for this vehicle; confirm equipment with the dealer.
Exact VIN decode
Factory configuration and equipment
Vehicle type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Doors
5
Seats
7
Seat rows
3
Engine
3.5L · 6-cylinder · V-Shaped
Engine manufacturer
Honda
Engine model
J35Y5
Engine cooling
Water
Valve train
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Turbo
No
Manufactured in
EAST LIBERTY, OHIO, UNITED STATES (USA)
Source: NHTSA vPIC. Decoded Oct 25, 2026. Blank fields are omitted because manufacturer VIN reporting varies.
EPA-matched vehicle configuration
Fuel economy, emissions and ownership estimates
City
19 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
Combined
22 MPG
Fuel type
Premium Gasoline
EPA vehicle category
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
EPA engine description
SIDI
Fuel used per 100 miles
4.5 gallons
Estimated annual fuel cost
$3,600
Estimated monthly fuel cost
$300
Estimated fuel cost per 100 miles
$24.00
EPA five-year additional cost
$6,500
Tailpipe COâ‚‚
404 g/mile
Greenhouse gas score
4 of 10
Fuel economy score
4 of 10
Automatic engine stop/start
Not equipped
Cylinder deactivation
Equipped
Petroleum use
13.5 barrels/year
Matched to this vehicle's decoded configuration: MDX AWD · Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L. Source: U.S. EPA. Retrieved Oct 25, 2026.
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Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Forward collision warning (FCW) Yes
Lane-keeping assist (LKA) Yes
Lane-departure warning (LDW) Yes
Rear cross-traffic alert Dealer reported
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Brake assist Yes
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Yes
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Knee airbags Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 26 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Daytime running lightsStandard
Automatic high-beam switchingStandard
Rear visibility systemStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Parking AssistDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Hands-on cruise controlDealer listed
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) forward collision mitigationDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Oct 24, 2026.
Dealer-listed features 117
Cruise Control
Backup Camera
Parking Assist
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
AWD
Sunroof/Moonroof
Adaptive Cruise Control
Remote Cargo Access
Remote Start
Push Start
3rd Row Seat
Power Seats
Homelink
Keyless Entry
Android Auto
Apple Car Play
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Leather Seats
Satellite Radio
Alloy Wheels
Interior 25
Heated driver and front passenger seats
Leather front seat upholstery
Fixed third-row seats
Driver seat power reclining, lumbar support, cushion tilt, fore/aft control and height adjustable control
GPS linked climate control
Dual-zone front climate control
Rear climate control system with separate controls
Voice-activated climate control
Leather rear seat upholstery
Automatic climate control
Leather steering wheel
Power tilting steering wheel
Power telescopic steering wheel
Leatherette rear seat upholstery
Cabin air filter
Rear under seat climate control ducts
Rear console climate control ducts
Bucket front seats
Driver seat with 8-way directional controls
Sport front bucket seats
Front seat center armrest
Front passenger seat with 8-way directional controls
Driver seat with 4-way power lumbar
Front passenger seat with 4-way power lumbar
60-40 folding second-row seats
Exterior 20
First-row sliding and tilting glass moonroof with power 1-touch activation sunshade
20 x 8-inch front and rear machined w/painted accents aluminum wheels
P245/50HR20 performance AS BSW front and rear tires
Rear lip spoiler
Compact spare tire with steel wheel
Spare tire mounted under the cargo floor
Chrome front bumper insert
4 doors
Galvanized steel/aluminum body panels with side impact beams
Body-colored front bumper
Body-colored rear bumper
Chrome bodyside insert
Black grille with chrome surround
Chrome side window trim
Chrome door handles
Monotone paint
Standard style side mirrors
Body-colored door mirrors
Chrome rear bumper rub strip
Black windshield trim
Mechanical 25
Automatic full-time AWD
3.5L V-6 direct injection, i-VTEC variable valve control, premium gasoline, engine with cylinder deactivation and 290HP
3.5L V-6
Integrated Dynamics System driver selectable steering effort
Idle Stop auto stop-start engine
9-speed automatic
Integrated Dynamics System selectable mode transmission
Sequential SportShift Sequential shift with steering wheel controls
Automatic
SH-AWD all-wheel drive
Speed sensitive power steering
Lock-up transmission
Front mounted engine
Spark ignition system
Variable intake manifold
Transverse mounted engine
Aluminum engine block
Aluminum cylinder head
Overdrive transmission
Engine Configuration: V6
Powertrain type: ICE
All-speed ABS and driveline traction control
Standard ride suspension
Independent front suspension
Strut front suspension
Entertainment 25
Primary monitor touchscreen
Bluetooth wireless audio streaming
Acura/ELS Surround speakers
Active noise cancellation
Acura/ELS Surround radio
AcuraLink external memory control
Pandora internet radio capability
Siri Eyes Free voice activated audio controls
AM/FM/digital/SiriusXMsatellite
Internal storage capability
15 GB internal storage
2 total number of 1st row displays
8 inch primary display
Single-disc CD player
CD player located in the dashboard/instrument panel