One problem related to transmission slip out of gear 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.
A month or so ago I noticed the vehicle wasn't shifting as smoothly as it should. That was followed shortly thereafter by the transmission slipping out of gear briefly. Then, recently, as I was merging into freeway traffic the vehicle wouldn't shift out of a lower gear and I was forced to pull to the shoulder to avoid being hit from behind. I sat there until traffic cleared at which time I was able to slowly continue down the road. The transmission then shifted correctly. I believe this to be a serious safety concern, and in light of all else I have read regarding transmission issues with Acura Mdx's, something needs to be done about this.