Automatic Transmission Torque Converter problems of the 2014 Acura MDX

Two problems related to automatic transmission torque converter have been reported for the 2014 Acura MDX. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2014 Acura MDX based on all problems reported for the 2014 MDX.

1 Automatic Transmission Torque Converter problem

Failure Date: 10/05/2018

Transmission and torque converter problem. Experiencing shutter when shifting from 2nd gear into 3rd gear. Starting at 40,000k miles. Low idling rpm hovering around 500rpm and tries to regain the appropriate idling rpm to around 600-700rpm. Hard downshifts occasionally from 2nd to 1st gear, especially in stop and go traffic.

2 Automatic Transmission Torque Converter problem

Failure Date: 10/05/2016

Torque converter rattling type noise when accelerating at or near 40 mph, and also 60 mph. Dealer attempted fluid flush and software update to no avail. Returning vehicle back to dealer for further diagnoses and repairs.


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