Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 MDX.
The 2019 Acura MDX is an SUV that requires 5.7 quarts of 0W-20 engine oil and is equipped with an Automatic (S9) transmission, carrying EPA fuel-economy ratings of 19/26/22 mpg. Reliability records for the model year show 182 owner complaints, with Engine & Engine Cooling as the top complaint area, and 9 recalls on file. Viewed against the model’s full 2001–2026 complaint history, in which filings peaked at 359 for the 2016 edition and dropped to 6 for the 2026 model, the 2019 MDX registers well below the highest-complaint years, placing it as a comparatively moderate entry in the model’s long-term reliability trajectory.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 · 650 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S9) |
| Overall length | 196.1 in |
| Overall width | 77.2 in |
| Overall height | 67.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in |
| Curb weight | 4343 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 66.5 / 66.1 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 58/42 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 19 / 26 / 22 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the MDX of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | SH-AWD A-Spec 3.5L V6 | 5.90 sec | 14.50 sec | 290 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | SH-AWD A-Spec 3.5L V6 | 6.30 sec | 14.80 sec | 290 hp | AWD |
| 2018 | Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Advance Package 3.0L V6 + Elec | 6.00 sec | 14.60 sec | 321 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Technology Package 3.0L V6 + Elec | 5.70 sec | 14.50 sec | 321 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | SH-AWD Advance Package 3.5L V6 | 6.00 sec | 14.70 sec | 290 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | SH-AWD Advance Package 3.5L V6 | 6.20 sec | 14.70 sec | 290 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | SH-AWD Advance Package 3.5L V6 | 6.30 sec | 14.90 sec | 290 hp | AWD |
| 2016 | SH-AWD Advance & Entertainment Package 3.5L V6 | 5.90 sec | 14.60 sec | 290 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 5.7 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Acura Type 3.1 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.5 qt |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | DW-1 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.7 qt |
| Brake Fluid | Dot 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 3.8 qt |
| Engine Coolant | Honda Type 2 antifreeze/coolant |
| Engine Coolant | Honda Type 2 antifreeze/coolant |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 3.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) | 68.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 34.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Flex or Driveplate Bolts | 55.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 87 ft-lbs |
| Differential Fill Plug | 35.0 ft-lbs |
| Differential drain Plug | 35.0 ft-lbs |
| Driveshaft Flange to Transmission | 24.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts | 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | 32.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | 32.0 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 26.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 950 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 680 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Acura |
| Spark Plug Gap | .039-.043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 16 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.44-1.60 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 4.10-4.20 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 650 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 60.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 67.0 |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 60.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 57.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 64.0 |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 57.0 |
| Engine Compression | 135 Minimum PSI. 29 Maximum Variation PSI. |
| Engine Compression | 135 Minimum PSI. 29 Maximum Variation PSI. |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 53; Rear: 26 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 101; Rear: 80 |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 6.6; Rear: 6.6 |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.063 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: 1.102; Rear: .354 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .0006 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .0016 |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90° | 15 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 48 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 48 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 48 ft. lbs., Step 2: 60 | 48 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 48 ft. lbs., Step 2: 60° | 48 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 30 ft. lbs., Step 2: Turn 90°, Step 3: Turn 90°, Step 4: When using new bolts turn 90°. | 30 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2019 Acura MDX sits in the third generation of the model, which began in 2014, and reflects a mid-cycle stabilization in its federal record. Complaints for the 2019 model (182) are slightly higher than the 2018 low (159) but well below the 2016 peak (359), while recalls (9) remain elevated compared to earlier years like 2013 (1) but consistent with the 2014–2020 average. The 2019 model’s top complaint areas—engine cooling, fuel systems, and powertrain—mirror trends seen in adjacent years, though the data doesn’t specify root causes. Crash (4) and fire (3) complaints are minimal, aligning with the broader generation’s safety record. Compared to the 2020 model, which saw a rise in complaints (210), the 2019 appears to be a relatively stable year. **Takeaway: The 2019 MDX is a sound used buy, offering a balance of lower complaints than earlier third-gen years and fewer unknowns than the 2020 model.**
All 182 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 9 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at…
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… 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…
Showing 5 of 132 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| ONL6AX01302026 | 2026-01-31 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the… |
| B25-003 | 2025-09-03 | Visibility/Wiper | Service Bulletin - An uneven sealing surface allows moisture to enter the inner… |
| B25-003 | 2025-07-09 | Visibility/Wiper | Service Bulletin - An uneven sealing surface allows moisture to enter the inner… |
| B23-002 | 2025-07-07 | Engine | Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle… |
| ONL6L806042025 Form | 2025-06-04 | Exterior Lighting | Owner Notification Letter - An uneven sealing surface allows moisture to enter the inner… |
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5.7 qt of 0W-20, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 19 city / 26 highway / 22 combined mpg.