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2012 Acura MDX Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Feb 17, 2012

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Acura MDX average of 5.6 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2012 Acura MDX recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 12V063000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly

Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Reported Feb 17, 2012

What is recalled

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 PILOT AND ACURA MDX VEHICLES. THE VENT SHUT FLOAT (VSF) VALVE CASE IN THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY DOES NOT MEET THE DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS.

Safety consequence

AS A RESULT, FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE TANK, INCREASING THE RISK OF FIRE.

Manufacturer remedy

HONDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VSF ASSEMBLY DATE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 13, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Acura MDX model years

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2012 Acura MDX recall questions

How many recalls does the 2012 Acura MDX have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2012 Acura MDX. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2012 Acura MDX?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology