Research · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

2024 Acura ZDXRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 59 owner complaints for the 2024 Acura ZDX. Most complaints involve forward collision avoidance (24) and service brakes (16). The EPA rates it 78–90 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
78–90mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
5campaigns
Latest May 2026
Owner complaints
59
Top: forward collision avoidance
Fuel cost / yr
$850est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

5 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Back over prevention: camera

Remedy pending

American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Honda Prologue and 2024 Acura ZDX vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.

Back over preventionReported May 14, 2026NHTSA 26V306000

Back over prevention: software

Free remedy

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 Acura ZDX and Prologue vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. Additionally, a software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays," 111, "Rear Visibility," and 305, "Electric-Powered Vehicles."

Back over preventionReported Feb 26, 2026NHTSA 26V112000

Suspension: stabilizer bar

Free remedy

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 Acura ZDX vehicles. The passenger-side front stabilizer bar bracket bolts may have been improperly tightened, which can allow the bolts to loosen and separate from the vehicle frame. A detached stabilizer bar or bracket can damage the vehicle's high voltage cables or EV battery coolant lines.

SuspensionReported Apr 10, 2025NHTSA 25V234000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

59 complaints filed with NHTSA · Dec 2024 – Oct 2026
  1. Forward collision avoidance24
  2. Service brakes16
  3. Electrical system12
  4. Back over prevention10
  5. Service brakes, hydraulic4
  6. Exterior lighting3
  7. Power train3
  8. Vehicle speed control3
  9. Structure2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each ZDX model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
20109
20112
20121
202459
Crashes reported
4
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
3
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Forward collision avoidance

24 reports2 crashes
“I am reporting repeated unintended automatic emergency braking in my 2024 Acura ZDX. The vehicle was leased new on April 9, 2025 and currently has approximately 9,500 miles. The system involved appears to be the Forward Collision Warning/Automatic Emergency Braking system and related braking controls. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. On September 14, 2026, while driving at less than 25 mph, the forward collision warning suddenly activated even though there was no pedestrian, vehicle, or other apparent obstruction requiring emergency braking. Immediately after the warning, the vehicle automatically applied the brakes abruptly. The sudden braking caused the driver to be thrown forward, and she experienced neck pain afterward. This is not an isolated incident. The vehicle has experienced similar unintended collision warnings and/or automatic braking events multiple times and at different speeds, including at higher roadway and freeway speeds. These events create a serious safety risk because sudden, unexpected braking can cause the vehicle to be struck from behind, can cause injury to the occupants, and could potentially cause the driver to…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 14, 2026Forward collision avoidanceODI 11764181

Service brakes

16 reports1 crash
“2024 Acura ZDX Type S displayed “Service Brake Assist,” “One-Pedal Driving Unavailable: Use Brake for Stopping,” and “Auto Hold Unavailable” simultaneously at 5995 odometer miles. An electronic ticking or clicking sound occurred from the brake-control area and the vehicle experienced a jerking sensation when coming to a stop. This noise originates from under the dashboard near the steering column and suggests a possible malfunction in the braking or electronic control systems. The warnings cleared after the vehicle was shut down and restarted several times. This VIN previously had DTC C2A22 and brake operating simulator-related warranty repairs but this issue has persisted after being inspected by Acura and confirming that all braking systems systems check out.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 11, 2026Service brakesODI 11770444

Electrical system

12 reports1 crash
“CONTEMPORANEOUS NOTE 2024 ACURA ZDX – AWD - NHTSA Recall No. 26V306000 Date: XXX Time: 12:25 PM On XXX at approximately 12:25 PM, I contacted Miami Acura Service at [XXX] to schedule the recently issued rear-view camera safety recall 26V306000 for my 2024 Acura ZDX. I was advised by the dealership representative that no appointments were being scheduled for the recall at this time because the required parts and tools had not yet been received by the dealership. As a result, I was unable to schedule the recall repair. However, she said she would take my number and put me on a waiting list when the hardware came in. Today is XXX and I have not been contacted by the dealer for this safety recall. I am still experiencing other intermittent issues that are non-related and have not been identified by Acura: ghost braking, improper shift status, collision mitigation without anything around, conditions not ready to shift, press start button and try to shift and gears are frozen. This was brougth to the attention of the Service Dept at Miami Acura and here we are 4 month later the vehicle is experiencing intermittent issues and the Safety Recall has not been applied in over 45 days.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 10, 2026Electrical system, StructureODI 11756079
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

3 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Engines
Electric motor
Transmissions
Automatic (A1)
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Electricity
EV range
313 mi (EPA)

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
ZDX RWD
Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive
968390$850—
ZDX AWD
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
948087$850—
ZDX AWD Type S
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
837478$950—
  • ZDX RWD
    Auto (A1)
    96 city · 83 hwy · $850/yr
    90
    mpg comb.
  • ZDX AWD
    Auto (A1)
    94 city · 80 hwy · $850/yr
    87
    mpg comb.
  • ZDX AWD Type S
    Auto (A1)
    83 city · 74 hwy · $950/yr
    78
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Acura ZDX SUV AWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
8.7%
Overall
5 / 5
Acura ZDX SUV RWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
9.2%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026Vehicle 19997Vehicle 19996
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi6–12 monthsEVs wear tires faster (weight, torque)
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–4 yearsRegen braking spares the pads, not the fluid
Battery coolantPer manualPer manualIntervals vary widely by maker
12V battery—3–5 years
  • Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–4 years
  • Battery coolantPer manual
    Per manual
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2024 ZDX questions

How many recalls does the 2024 Acura ZDX have?

5 safety recalls as of Oct 28, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2024 Acura ZDX problems?

Owners filed 59 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are forward collision avoidance (24), service brakes (16), electrical system (12). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2024 Acura ZDX get?

The EPA rates the 2024 Acura ZDX at 78–90 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).

How safe is the 2024 Acura ZDX?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2024 Acura ZDX 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026