Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2002 Acura MDX.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Steering Wheel Vibrate problems | |
| Steering problems |
While driving power steering failed, making it hard for the consumer to steer the vehicle. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Steering wheel vibrates when driving between 70-75 mph. Tried several solutions with no success: a) tried re-balancing tires b) tried new tires c) dealer visual inspection negative.
The contact owns a 2002 Acura Mdx. The contact stated that the steering was extremely rough and the service engine sensor illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the torque converter and clutch solenoid was defective and needed to be replaced. The contact was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 04v176000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,672.