Three problems related to radiator have been reported for the 2004 Acura MDX. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Acura MDX based on all problems reported for the 2004 MDX.
Hose connection failure between radiator and transmission cooler causing radiator fluid to mix with tranny fluid with no dash indicator of problem. . In motion lost power and would not move from 1st gear. Broke down completely in need of transmission work and new coolant system due to hose connect failure.
Internal leak in radiator causing a leak of coolant to transmission fluid and vice versa, damaging transmission and rendering car not drivable within moments.
I was told my radiator bladder exploded causing all fluids to mix, thus I now need a new radiator and a new transmission, cost of repair is $4600. My 04 Mdx has 137k this should not happen, there are numerous cases of this same issue all over the internet Acura forums, why has there not been a recall on this issue, there is clearly an issue with the radiators. I need to have the radiator replaced, all fluids drained and then flushed 5-8 times to ensure all the contamination is gone, then new fluids put back in along with a replacement transmission. There has to be numerous complaints about this, please help!.