One problem related to noises during shifting has been reported for the 2002 Acura MDX. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Acura MDX based on all problems reported for the 2002 MDX.
After accelerating the car locked up and he skidded 3 or 4 feet. Has a clicking noise from the transmission. Now the car won't shift gears or go over 10 mph; had it looked at and was told by manufacturer that it was not covered in the recall. Did get other opinions on the transmission problem, and was told that the first person that looked at it was incorrect in their diagnosis.