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Acura MDX Questions and Answers
My wife and I are looking at a 2004 Acura MDX (touring model). It's kinda old but only has 21000 miles on it and is in great shape.
I was just curious what people like about this or has anyone ...
I was told by the Acura dealership my Torque converter went out. They told me that it will only impact my gas mileage, is that true? Acuras estimate was $2700 do you know where I could get it done ...
The place I get my oil change (the lube center) always tries to get me to pay $150 to get the engine oil flushed to remove sludge. Is this really necesarry?
I have a problem with my car.When I start my car it makes a noise like I over cranked it but i didn't over crank it. Can someone help me with this problem.
The driver's seat in car moves up and down and the back can be adjusted but the seat does not move back or forward. Is this common? What doesn it entail o fix?
My dealer is telling me that the rear differential fluid should be changed every 15,000 miles. Is this accurate? And if so, what are the potential problems if I decide to do it about every 30,000...
I cannot shift my transmission below D4 and it is very difficult to shift into park. There is no clicking noise when i depress the brake pedal. can it be more than a sensor thanks
my mdx vibrates in intervals on a speed of about 35 to 50 mph. the vibrations or rattles come on and off. what can be the problem?
My car won't start sometimes (especially when it is hot. The repair guy said it was the immobilizer. How can i fix this?
a/c not working and its fully charge,blower will not come on,neither will compresser.i change out resistor and it still does not come on,compresser kicks on for about 3 sec and cuts off
I had a problem w/ noise and took it in to the dealer. Part of the problem was the steering system hose leaking which was covered under warranty but the other part was not replacing the rear diffe...
Where can I look to troubleshoot power outage to center dashboard console including trip computer, radio, a/c control, & ac power plug-in? I have already checked all fuses and everything looks...
The rear left-side passenger window in my 2003 Acura MDX will not move. The window is up (thankfully), but neither the driver's control or the door control will move it at all. Is there a fuse to...
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Twice in the past month, my 2005 MDX has failed to start. Both times, I asked a friendly passerby (thankfully we were in parking lots) to help jumpstart the car, but it didn't work even though...
How do I remove the center console to access the illumination bulb of the drivers heated seat switch?
My heat isn't blowing hot. Any ideas?
What are some recommended replacement tires for the Acura MDX 2007? The car is driven in snow conditions.
cooling fan for motor on same fuse works-everything frozen with no movement of air.
My DVD player does not automatically take in my dsic. The green light is lid. The dvd player is purchased with the entertainment package.
I have a lest headlight out. I bought a pair of head lamps and replaces both. Sill left light out. I swaped head lamps left to right etc. Still no left head light. Called the dealer and they said i...
Acura MDX Car Reviews (6)
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Love this car, I will keep it till it runs into the ground |
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Purchased this car used. I've added about 10,000 miles so far and no problems. Everything very smooth and works fine. DVD player, XM, navigation, bluetooth, has tons of great technology. |
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Great ride, power, comfort and with decent fuel efficiency if driven gently. |
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I bought the 2007 MDX in March 2007. Overall the car has been excellent and I am extremely pleased with its performance. It definitely outshines the competition. I have 2 concerns that most people might find silly, but being extremely detailed about taking care of my cars and turning them in practically new after 8-10 years, I believe that the leather in this model is way too soft. It scratches easily and therefore doesn't hold up well to general wear and tear. My drivers seat after just 2 years looks worse then the leather on my last car when I sold it after 8.5 years. I also had a couple of minor issues with the plastic pieces lining the rear inside window and on the side of the passenger dash. They did not fit right and not typical for Honda/Acura. But I complained and the dealer promptly replaced them. I have noticed that someother people don't complain and it appears to be an issue with this model. I also clean and detail my own car (noone else would do it with a toothbrush). Since the vehicle is so wide, and I don't want to have to get a ladder everytime I need to wash my car, I highly recommend you purchase a side step and roof rack to grab onto. Otherwise you can't reach the middle of the top of the roof. I have had no engine/mechanical problems. |
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We bought this car new and it now is at about 99,000 miles. It has been serviced at the dealer most of the time except for some oil changes. We had a rear blower power unit fail under warranty, a right side inside fuse box issue that was replaced, after warranty and the a/c compressor has started making noises, but we haven't replaced it yet. Otherwise, the car drives and feels solid. I replaced the brakes and rotors with the new EBC yellow pads and was verrrry impressed. This is the way to go. The car still looks and drives like new. The paint and the interior are still perfect except for parking lot dents and dings. |
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1 biggie: 77K the transmission locked up. Lucky me..I had purchased 100K warranty. It was replaced and is running great again. Like promised, EGR valve failed-but for some reason, every car I have owned I have had to replace an egr valve! The motor mounts mysteriously loosened!! Husband said it was my driving!! All in all 8 years old it has been and continues to be a relatively repair free car. Powerful and the rear is larger than most any luxury suv. Quite comfortable ride. When check engine light comes on it also lights up the VTM-4 (4wheel drive) light..this scared the hell out of me the first time.
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Acura MDX Problems
| Exhaust & Emissions | The exhaust gas recirculation valve (EGR valve) or the evaporative emission control solenoid can stop functioning, causing the Check Engine Light to illuminate. |
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Acura MDX Recalls and TSBs
Acura MDX Recalls (Recent)
Body, Interior & Misc.: EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
Defect Summary: HONDA IS RECALLING 2,032 HITCH STYLE BIKE RACKS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET FOR USE ON MY 2003-2007 AND SOME MY 2008 HONDA PILOT, RIDGELINE, AND ACURA MDX VEHICLES. A PINCH BOLT EXISTS BETWEEN THE BIKE ARM BRACKET AND THE UPRIGHT ASSEMBLY OF THE "HITCH" STYLE BICYCLE RACK.
Consequence Summary: WHEN MOVING THE BIKE ARM BRACKET TO ITS DOWN POSITION, THIS PINCH BOLT HAS THE POTENTIAL OF CAUSING SEVERE LACERATION OR AMPUTATION TO THE USER'S FINGERTIPS OR HAND.
Corrective Summary: OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT THULE AT 800-THULE91 (800-848-5391) TO OBTAIN A FREE REPAIR KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS OR OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
Recall Notes: CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Body, Interior & Misc.: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Defect Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MOTORCYCLES, THE OWNER'S MANUALS CONTAIN INCORRECT CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S (NHTSA) VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE.
Consequence Summary: THE LANGUAGE IN THE OWNER'S MANUALS IS NOT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS.
Corrective Summary: HONDA WILL SEND A POSTCARD TO DEALERS AND OWNERS WITH THE CORRECT NHTSA VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE INFORMATION AND WITH INSTRUCTIONS TO INSERT THE CARD INTO THE "REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS" SECTION OF THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 2, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009, ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238 OR HONDA MOTORCYCLES AT 1-866-784-1870.
Recall Notes: CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Drive Train: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Summary: ON SOME MINI VANS, SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES, CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS CAN RESULT IN HEAT BUILD-UP BETWEEN THE COUNTERSHAFT AND SECONDARY SHAFT SECOND GEARS IN THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, EVENTUALLY LEADING TO GEAR TOOTH CHIPPING OR GEAR BREAKAGE.
Consequence Summary: GEAR FAILURE COULD RESULT IN TRANSMISSION LOCKUP, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Corrective Summary: ON VEHICLES WITH 15,000 MILES OR LESS, THE DEALER WILL UPDATE THE TRANSMISSION WITH A SIMPLE REVISION TO THE OIL COOLER RETURN LINE TO INCREASE LUBRICATION TO THE SECOND GEAR. ON VEHICLES WITH MORE THAN 15,000 MILES, THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSION TO IDENTIFY GEARS THAT HAVE ALREADY EXPERIENCED DISCOLORATION DUE TO OVERHEATING. IF DISCOLORATION EXISTS, THE TRANSMISSION WILL BE REPLACED IF DISCOLORATION IS NOT PRESENT, THE DEALER WILL PERFORM THE REVISION TO THE OIL COOLER RETURN LINE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 21, 2004, FOR PILOT, ODYSSEY, AND MDX OWNERS. OWNERS OF THE ACCORD VEHICLES WILL START RECEIVING LETTERS ON JUNE 28, 2004, AND ON JUNE 29, 2004, FOR OWNERS OF THE TL AND CL VEHICLES. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238.
Recall Notes: HONDA RECALL NOS. P30 (ODYSSEY AND PILOT),P31 (MDX), P38 (ACCORD) AND P39 (ACURA).CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION¿S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Engine: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, SEDANS, COUPES, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V6 ENGINES, A TIMING BELT TENSIONER PULLEY ON THE WATER PUMP IS MISALIGNED AND COULD CAUSE THE TIMING BELT TO CONTACT A BOLT ON THE CYLINDER HEAD. EVENTUALLY THE BELT COULD BE DAMAGED AND FAIL.
Consequence Summary: IF THE TIMING BELT BREAKS, THE ENGINE WILL STALL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WATER PUMP AND IF IT IS ONE OF THE DEFECTIVE PUMPS, THE WATER PUMP AND TIMING BELT WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 30, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238.
Recall Notes: ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Engine: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Summary: ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, SOME FUEL TANKS WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED.
Consequence Summary: IN A CRASH, THE FUEL TANK COULD BE DAMAGED AND LEAK FUEL. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary: DEALERS REPLACED THE FUEL TANK. ALL OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED BY TELEPHONE ON NOVEMBER 10, 2004.
Recall Notes: CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION¿S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Suspension & Steering: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Defect Summary: ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. IN AREAS WHERE LARGE QUANTITIES OF ROAD SALT ARE USED, THE FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS HAVE INSUFFICIENT CORROSION PROTECTION, AND MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO CORROSION.
Consequence Summary: EXCESSIVE CORROSION CAN CAUSE SPRING FAILURE AND A BROKEN SPRING COULD PUNCTURE A FRONT TIRE, WHICH INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH FRONT SPRINGS WITH IMPROVED SPRINGS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 11, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ACURA AT 800-382-2238.
Recall Notes: HONDA/ACURA RECALL NO. P92.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION¿S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Acura MDX Technical Service Bulletins (Recent)
Body, Interior & Misc.: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Bulletin Summary: LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY REDUCED LABEL FOR ALL ACURA VEHICLES.
Drive Train: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
Bulletin Summary: UPDATE PCM WITH TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT.
Drive Train: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Bulletin Summary: TORQUE CONVERTER SHUDDER OR VIBRATION BETWEEN 35 AND 40 MPH.
Drive Train: TIRES:VALVE
Bulletin Summary: THE TIRE VALVE CAPS ON VEHICLE WITH TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS (TPMS) ARE MADE OF ALUMINUM AND CAN CORRODE AND BECOME DIFFICULT TO REMOVE.
Drive Train: TIRES:VALVE
Bulletin Summary: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: TIRE VALVE CAP REPLACEMENT.
Electrical & Lights: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Bulletin Summary: WARRANTY EXTENSION: OPDS UNIT OR OPDS SENSOR TRIGGERS SRS DTC'S 15-1, 15-2, 15-3. CSC WAS RECEIVED.
Electrical & Lights: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Bulletin Summary: SRS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 81-64.
Electrical & Lights: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Bulletin Summary: WARRANTY EXTENSION: VEHICLE WARRANTY MILEAGE. AFFECTS 2002 THROUGH 2006 ACURA MODELS. UPDATED 8/15/08.
Engine: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Bulletin Summary: ENGINE OIL LEAK(S). DEALER VISIT REQUEST.
Engine: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Bulletin Summary: MIL COMES ON WITH DTC AND THE ENGINE RUNS ROUGHLY OR STALLS. UPDATED 08-15-07.
Engine: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Bulletin Summary: TROUBLE SHOOTING B-CAN AND F-CAN DTC'S.
Engine: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Bulletin Summary: ROUGH IDLE, STALLS AT STOPS, AND DTC'S P0172 OR P0175 APPEAR WHEN INSPECTED.
Exhaust & Emissions: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Bulletin Summary: WARRANTY EXTENSION: EGR VALVE CONTAMINATION MAY CAUSE ENGINE HESITATION/SURGE OR DTC P1491. CSC WAS RECEIVED.
Suspension & Steering: SUSPENSION:FRONT
Bulletin Summary: THE FRONT SUSPENSION POPS OR CLUNKS WHILE TURNING.
Suspension & Steering: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Bulletin Summary: CLICK FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION AREA WHILE ACCELERATING OR BRAKING.