Power Train Problems of Acura MDX - part 2

Many attempts in the last 5k miles made to diagnose unsafe uncomfortable front vibrations. Vehicle erratically shaking above 50mph. Returned vehicle to carmax (where vehicle purchased), and 3 separate individual Acura dealers made attempts. Rotated and rebalanced tires several times with a scan tool connected as a technician drove vehicle with no results finally Acura dealer an hour away from my home diagnosed faulty front transfer case pending anything further. Conveyed the shaft splines into transfer case and other end to transmission may be faulty, rounded out, and will report findings. After inspected, transmission output splines for shaft going to front transfer case have been found rounded out as well. Dealer reported this again under warranty and ordering transmission. Coming up on 30 days front transfer case, transmission, and possibility of further repairs. Compiling written documentation. Vehicle repair attempts at carmax newport news, va, southern Acura newport news, va, hall Acura virginia beach, va, and crown Acura richmond, va.

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While accelerating, the vehicle to decelerated rapidly, the gas pedal became unresponsive when pushed down. Numerous warning lights started additionally, the vehicle shifted into neutral while the vehicle was being driven and would not shift out even after stopped. I was on a very busy 6 lane highway going 80 mph in thanksgiving traffic, my wife, 1 year old and 3 year old were in the vehicle. This appears to be a known issue from Honda, please see [xxx], et al. V. American Honda motor company inc. , et al. , case no. [xxx], information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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Vehicle engine started making noise . Called Acura customer service . They advised have taken to Acura dealership for examination. Did so ($450. 00 tow bill) there is a motor recall on 2016 Acura Mdx. The Acura garage advised ( in writing ) that they felt this was the same engine problem ( rod bearing ) as in the 2016 Acura Mdx under recall. . Acura corporate advised mine was not listed as recalled .

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The car suddenly shut off when I was on the red light wit the idle stop.

In front of the red light on the way to work in a morning, I stopped my Mdx, then when the red light changed to green, I pressed gas pedal to cross over the street, but unfortunately, my car was pulled backward, and meanwhile, I heard a loud sound of bang from my Mdx. I suspect that the loud sound must be from the gears conflicting in the transmission when automatic transmission shifts. Moreover, the car jerks at around 45 mph speed sometimes. Acura must recall fixing this issue.

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Engine failure due dealership refusal to fix recall items. Engine completely stop working in between drive.

The car is un safe to drive, the rpm fluctuations, gos up and down at low speed, doesn’t potential problems with the torque converter clutch, is juddering and unstable rpms, noticeable during acceleration or deceleration.

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The contact owns a 2019 Acura Mdx. The contact stated that the vehicle shifted to park while driving at an undisclosed speed. The engine and evap system warning lights were illuminated. There was a leak from the evaporative emission control (evap) system. The vehicle was previously taken to the local dealer for NHTSA campaign number: 23v858000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.

The contact owns a 2017 Acura Mdx. The contact stated that after a routine transmission flush, while driving approximately 40 mph, the transmission was hesitating before shifting. The contact stated that vehicle was jerking into gear and made an abnormal banging sound. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had reoccurred. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, and the transmission started to jerk while shifting into gear, while shifting lanes. The contact pulled off the highway and observed that numerous warning lights were illuminated. The check transmission message was displayed. The contact was able to shift to park(p) and turned the vehicle off several times. The contact stated that the vehicle was able to be shifted to drive(d); however, when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the engine revved, and the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that numerous warning lights were illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to the same dealer where the service was performed. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000.

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I was in a stop and go traffic on the highway. When at a complete stop car shifted into neutral, I know that I didn’t push neutral because both of my hands were on the steering wheel. Step on gas pedal and car will not go. Tried putting into drive but will not shift into drive. Lots of vehicle behind me. It was very scary and dangerous, I could have been rear ended. I had to turn the engine off and restarted again then I was able to put it drive and go. This issue happened twice, once at a stop sign about a month earlier.

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Hello, so far 4 to 5 times my Mdx automatically shifted to neutral gear at traffic signals. Then vehicle stops and not moves, I wouldn't be able to change the gear, the vehicle just seems stuck. Couple of times the cars behind almost crashed with my family in the car. Only options is to power off the car and restart. I took to the dealer, they ran all the tests and nothing found in the debugging. Looking online, looks like many customers have experienced the problem with Acura vehicles [xxx] ). This is a huge safety concern as I feel we are sitting ducks for any fast moving vehicle. Can you please get Honda/Acura to rectify this problem for existing cars and not to play with customer lives information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

From a stop, the vehicle will lurch forward after 1 second of acceleration without a change in the amount of pressure on the gas pedal, as if there is a delayed input to the throttle position. This only happens from a complete stop, such as at red lights, stop signs, or in heavy stop and go traffic. On multiple occasions I have almost rear ended the vehicle in front of me as a result of this. There are no warning lamps or error messages displayed in the gauge cluster. I have not been able to have this inspected by any of the Acura dealers in a 25 mile radius, because when I called to make an appointment for the connecting rod bearing recall, the earliest opening was March of 2026.

The contact owns a 2017 Acura Mdx. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the contact stated that previously the vehicle was parked and when the vehicle was started, the gear shifter was inoperable. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

I was driving and all of the sudden I hear a pop and total engine failure. I was lucky to be traveling at 45 mph and could coast off the road safely. After the damage occurred the motor would not turn over again. I had it towed to Acura and they told me my motor was locked up and specifically that my camshaft bearing had failed. I asked about the recall and they said my VIN was not selected for the damage therefore there was nothing they could do other than replace the motor at my expense. I have yet to repair this vehicle and it has been sitting untouched ever since it was towed back to my home.

Transmission slips and make chirp sound, and failed completely during driving at 86000.

The contact owns a 2018 Acura Mdx. While the contact's wife was driving and stopped at a stop light, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the transmission hesitated, and the vehicle jerked forward. The contact stated that the failure was persistent. In addition, the contact stated that the transmission was shifting abnormally hard. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 92,365.

Driving down 45 at 70mph. Attempted to accelerate and change lanes. Car lost engine power and was almost rear ended before power was restored. Have been waiting almost a year for recall to be complete. Grubbs Acura called is the other day to have service performed. Made the aware of the symptoms. They tried to have us pay for a diagnostic. Informed them that the symptoms were that of the recall. We believe. The engine may have damage and should be further inspected and or replaced. The informed is that they replaced the connecting rod through the oil pain and did not touch the timing belts. However it’s time for timing belts and other maintenance to occur in the next 5k miles. Feel like the job was rushed and it is a safety hazard.

Our engine is exhibiting symptoms currently related to an open recall by Acura for connecting rod bearings. Our 2016 Mdx is one of the affected model years but as of now our VIN is not included in the recall. I don't believe this is coincidence. I believe the mechanical issue is more widespread than Acura wants to reveal and is subsequently limiting the viv numbers it includes. I am trying to be proactive in this regard prior to an incident taking place.

While waiting to turn left from a busy street onto a highway, the engine seized. The car was unable to be moved from it's location in the center of the busy street with cars approaching quickly from behind and weaving around my stopped vehicle. I had the vehicle towed to metro Acura in montclair, CA and they confirmed that the connecting rod bearing had failed causing the engine to seize. They also confirmed that the vehicle is not part of the existing recall. The engine produced some rough noise prior to failing but otherwise did not provide any warning lamps or other messages.

Driving up a hill in this 2003 Acura Mdx and the transmission failed. Came to a stop in the middle of the street. Several cars almost hit me. Checked online and this vehicle has a known problem of the transmission going out around 70,000 miles. A mechanic started changing it out in my driveway . Then winter came. It's been sitting in my driveway ever since.

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I was in traffic and we slowed down to a stop. Suddenly my car went to neutral and it didn’t want to go to drive. I put emergency lights, as many cars were behind in the highway. I turned the car off and turned it back on. Then I was able to drive again! this has happened twice in the last 3 months.

The transmission failed. It is not able to be inspected unless retrieved by the dealer. While driving the vehicle the transmission would disengage. There were no warning lights or failures picked up by the can bus. This would happen during normal driving on the highway, potentially leaving the vehicle stranded in the middle of the highway. When issue occurred the transmission would make a whining noise. I was able to replicate the issue with the dealer. I am unaware if the part was inspected. I contacted Acura of America to report the problem. The issue mimicked the reported recall that Acura issue on a portion of Mdx of the same year. They offered no assistance to the issue. There were no warning lights or indicators to let me know of a transmission issue.

I just got this car in September and it is now throwing all kinds of different codes to the point where I can’t drive it sh-awd /check charging station / emission light etc.

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My vehicle has a hesitation and kick when it is at 35-40 mph about 1. 8 to 2 on the tachometer. I took it in to the dealer and it needs transmission repair. I researched on the internet and it seems like thousands of others are having or have had the same problem. I purchased a lifetime powertrain warranty from scott clark Honda when I purchased the vehicle to cover these problems and the warranty company and scott clark Honda are trying to get out of repair. There are no lights or warning lamps on the vehicle. It just kicks and studders when you get to 35-40 mph which is the speed in the city limits. It is easy to get hit or run over when the vehicle does not go when you press the gas peddle. I would like to file a national case against Acura and scott clark Honda.

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2 issues: transmission shifts hard between 35-50mph and 50-60mph. Dealership accused me of utilizing improper gas which is not factual; this car has only received the recommended premium octane gas since I purchased it as a certified pre-owned vehicle. Recall: vehicle is currently under crank shaft recall. In the original notification, Acura stated parts would be available in April. Per the Acura dealer, Acura told them parts will not be available until October. This timeline is unacceptable for such a serious safety recall (risk of fire/crash). I feel unsafe driving this car and am worried I will not get fair market value with the recall still open.

Transmission issue… grinding and not accelerating…. When it is at a stop and moving again . . Turning with accelerating. . It moves really slow.

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - periodically after auto start stop system activates (vehichle shuts down after stop). When the brake pedal is released and vehicle attempts to restart the engine stalls and is shifted into neutral. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? - unk has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? - no, this is an intermittent issue, this has occurred a few times (6). Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? - no, email sent to service department. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? - parking light, brake system light, oil pressure light, battery light.

I was in red light and car went to idle stop. I got green light but the car automatically went to neutral mode and did not back to drive mode when I changed. I put emergency light on but people do not have any patience and horn me in the light. . I tried many times to put drive mode and it did not work. After turn off/on the engine few times finally it worked. It was very scary if I would have struck in middle of the highway with family it would be very bad. I called the Acura service center they act like they did not aware of this issue. I have setup appointment this week for diagnosis.

The contact owns a 2024 Acura Mdx. The contact stated the messages, "parking sensor failure, see the dealer," and the "brake performance failure, (brakes may be reduced, see dealer" messages illuminated. The front collision sensor would alarm the driver when there was no cause for the sensor to activate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who reset the computer systems and replaced the front bumper sensor. After having the vehicle repaired while the brakes were applied, the brake hold would fail, and the brakes would release. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer, kearny mesa Acura, 5202 kearny mesa rd, san diego, CA 92111, who was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The contact did notice that the tires were out of alignment; however, as a result, the brake failure no longer occurred. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle would surge forward as if it were going from 1st to 3rd gear immediately, and while decelerating to come to a stop. While driving approximately 5 mph in a parking lot, the vehicle suddenly felt as if shifted to 3rd gear. The driver had to immediately press the brakes to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a third dealer, Acura of escondido, 1502 auto park way n, escondido, CA 92029, the dealer who was unable to diagnose the cause of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failures and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 9,747.

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After driving for an extended timeframe (approximately 3 hours, trip was traveling between des moines, iowa and kansas city, missouri) at highway/interstate speeds, upon slowing down from those speeds, the vehicle goes into limp mode and check engine light begins blinking. After pulling over and turning car off and on again, normal behavior resumes. This has happened both as I arrived in the kansas city area, and upon my return home to the des moines area. Depending on circumstances for when vehicle enters limp mode, there’s a significant risk of causing an accident. Dealer was unable to pull any codes and therefore is unwilling/unable to address the issue.

The transmission of my 2018 has a slip or hesitation where it stalls when going in gear. This has put me and my family in danger. Acura is aware of the issue but claims there is no remedy. I have taken the car to service multiple times and nothing has been done. Last time it stalled while going up hill and I had my children in the car which is extremely dangerous. I had the same issues with my 2016 Mdx which had the same issue. The transmission was replaced 3 times on the vehicle. Acura needs to open up a recall on these transmissions.

I was driving on the interstate yesterday (1/8/24) and the transmission suddenly downshifted gears and also went to neutral. I managed to pull to the shoulder, but the sudden loss of power could easily have been life threatening at a more crowded time of day or in poor weather. The car was towed to mcdaniel Acura in columbia, SC (I was out of town) and problem confirmed. I also called my regular mechanic (a Honda specialist) and he said this was a known problem and referenced Acura service bulletin 19-003 which says to reload new software. Codes were: transmission code p0716 parking brake system u0401-68 parking brake warning light on blind spot warning light on why hasn't there been a recall on this??? it's a known problem and I could easily have been killed and hurt others. If not a recall, at least at least do something to alert owners so they can get it fixed proactively if they want, as opposed to breaking down on the side of an interstate for hours.

The contact's wife owns a 2016 Acura Mdx. The contact stated while driving 60 mph and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond and lost motive power. A message indicating a transmission failure was displayed. The contact was able to veer to the side of the roadway. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to shift into gear. The vehicle was towed to a aaa center. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was covered under an extended transmission warranty. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was not eligible to be repaired under the transmission extended warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 117,000.

First it was start knocking under the hood and the car suddenly stop on the freeway at 80 miles an hour. The car lost all the power. We were lucky we didn't get hit by other cars on the freeway.