Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 88/100 (EXCELLENT)

2025 Acura ZDX Reliability Report

The 2025 Acura ZDX has an excellent reliability standing, with no owner complaints or recalls on file and a 5-star federal crash rating.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

N/A

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs80/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Buy

Final year of the second generation, with no complaints or recalls on file, unlike the 2024 model's 45 complaints and 4 recalls.

Generation & Refresh (US)

Post-Redesign (Year 2)

2025 is year 2 of the Second generation.

Redesigned for the 2024 model year.
2nd generation ZDX (US).

What this means for buyers

Year 2 is typically a safer pick than the first model year — early issues are more likely to be identified, but the platform is still new.

If you're comparing prices, check 2024 (redesign year) vs 2025+ pricing and recalls.

2024: Second generation Launch

Generation start — new platform.

2025: This Model Year

2025 is year 2 of the Second generation.

Should You Buy the 2025 Acura ZDX?

Reliability standing is excellent, and it sits well above average among 2025 SUVs. It also rates better than the 2024 model, which is the only neighboring year in the data. Owners have filed no complaints, and federal recall records list none.

A clean record is a good sign, but a thin one. This is the final year of the second generation, and a newer model year has had less time to collect complaints. With nothing on file, there is no symptom to warn you about. The 2024 model, by comparison, has 45 complaints and 4 recalls. The 2025 also earned 5 of 5 stars in federal crash testing.

Before you buy, run the VIN through federal recall records and ask the seller for service history. If a 2024 is tempting on price, ask which of its recalls were completed, since that year has the heavier record.

See also the 2024 Acura ZDX for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Strong reliability score
+No recalls issued
+Low complaint frequency
+5-star NHTSA crash rating
+Not a first-year model

Cons

No recurring complaint themes yet.

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2025 Porsche Cayenne

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Recall Overview

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2025 Acura ZDX — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

complaints

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2025 Acura ZDX? Check its history first

Every 2025 Acura ZDX has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2025 Acura ZDX NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 9.2%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (N/A)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (Info Not Available)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, Roof)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Acura ZDXRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Best & Worst Acura ZDX Years

Best Acura ZDX Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Good

2024

4Recalls

45Complaints

Acura ZDX Years to Avoid

No Acura ZDX years are statistical outliers in our data.

Scores stay between 76 and 88 across 2 scored model years.

See full Acura ZDX years-to-avoid analysis

Acura ZDX Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Acura ZDX reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2024	76/100	Good
2025	88/100	Excellent

Acura ZDX Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2025(selected)	88/100	+12	Excellent	0	0
2024	76/100	—	Good	4	45

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Acura ZDX reliable?

Yes, its standing is excellent and well above average for 2025 SUVs. No owner complaints and no federal recalls are on file. A recent model year has had less time to collect complaints, so the clean record is encouraging but not final proof.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Acura ZDX?

None are on record. Owners have filed no complaints for this model year, so the data shows no recurring symptom or failure. If problems appear later, they will show up in complaint filings over time. Ask for service records on any specific car.

Does the 2025 Acura ZDX have any recalls?

No. Federal recall records list zero recalls for this model year. That differs from the 2024 ZDX, which has 4. Still, check the specific VIN before buying, since recall status can change after a car is sold.

Is the 2025 Acura ZDX better than the 2024 model?

On the data, yes. The 2025 has an excellent standing, while the 2024 is rated good and rates worse. The 2024 has 45 complaints and 4 recalls, and the 2025 has none of either. The 2025 has also had less time on the road.

How safe is the 2025 Acura ZDX in crash tests?

It earned the top federal crash-test rating of 5 of 5 stars. That rating covers crash performance only. It says nothing about how often parts fail, which is what the complaint and recall records show.

Don’t buy a 2025 Acura ZDX without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2025 Acura ZDX

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Acura ZDX does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on repair costs (80/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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