2002 ACURA MDX
4 recalls, 242 complaints - 170 TSBs
20V027000 Jan 17, 2020
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement ... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bags in the vehicles, replacing the driver frontal air bag inflator with an inflator of a different design, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Cen... Read more
05V385000 Sep 1, 2005
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGI... Read more
Consequence
EXCESSIVE CORROSION CAN CAUSE SPRING FAILURE AND A BROKEN SPRING COULD PUNCTURE A FRONT TIRE, WHICH INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH FRONT SPRINGS WITH IMPROVED SPRINGS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 11, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ACURA AT 800-382-2238.
04V176000 Apr 15, 2004
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
ON SOME MINI VANS, SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES, CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS CAN RESULT IN HEAT BUILD-UP BETWEEN THE COUNTERSHAFT AND SECONDARY SHAFT SECOND GEARS IN THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, EVENTUALLY LEADING TO GEAR TOOTH CHIPPING OR GEAR BREAKAGE.
Consequence
GEAR FAILURE COULD RESULT IN TRANSMISSION LOCKUP, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
ON VEHICLES WITH 15,000 MILES OR LESS, THE DEALER WILL UPDATE THE TRANSMISSION WITH A SIMPLE REVISION TO THE OIL COOLER RETURN LINE TO INCREASE LUBRICATION TO THE SECOND GEAR. ON VEHICLES WITH MORE THAN 15,000 MILES, THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSION TO IDENTIFY GEARS THAT HAVE ALREADY EXPER... Read more
02V226000 Aug 28, 2002
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, SEDANS, COUPES, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V6 ENGINES, A TIMING BELT TENSIONER PULLEY ON THE WATER PUMP IS MISALIGNED AND COULD CAUSE THE TIMING BELT TO CONTACT A BOLT ON THE CYLINDER HEAD. EVENTUALLY THE BELT COULD BE DAMAGED AND FAIL.
Consequence
IF THE TIMING BELT BREAKS, THE ENGINE WILL STALL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WATER PUMP AND IF IT IS ONE OF THE DEFECTIVE PUMPS, THE WATER PUMP AND TIMING BELT WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 30, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
242 total complaints
16 crashes 5 fires 7 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 84 |
| POWER TRAIN | 36 |
| AIR BAGS | 21 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 12 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 11 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 9 |
| ENGINE | 5 |
| STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 5 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 |
| SUSPENSION | 4 |
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Aug 4, 2025
Incident date: Aug 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving with cruise control mode set at 55 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated to 98 MPH, and then the vehicle lost motive power. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle had failed to turn off upon pressing the E... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 23, 2024
Incident date: Jan 21, 2024
When it first started to malfunction, my car would suddenly loose power out of nowhere and pretty much stop wherever. It's done it when I was crossing a busy intersection and it stalled right in the middle of the road causing other cars to have to stop or go around me. It has also stopped while I wa... Read more
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Oct 24, 2023
Incident date: Oct 14, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she became aware that the steering wheel was not functioning properly and had become extremely loose. The contact briefly lost control of the vehicle, nearly causing a crash. No warning lights were il... Read more
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Jan 24, 2023
Incident date: Dec 21, 2022
With no impact whatsoever a crack appeared on the INSISE of the vehicle windshield. Outdoor temp was about 40 degrees. Has never been on highway has 2400 miles on it.
AIR BAGS
Aug 9, 2022
Incident date: Feb 9, 2022
The contact owns a 2002 Acura MDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V027000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted several times and informed the contact that they did not have the equipment needed for t... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 14, 2022
Incident date: Oct 13, 2021
The contact owns a 2002 Acura MDX. The contact stated that the air bag warning light would illuminate while leaning on the passenger’s side front door. The contact stated that the warning light would turn off once the passenger moved away from the door. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or ind... Read more
SUSPENSION
May 20, 2022
Incident date: May 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2002 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving at speeds exceeding 50 MPH, the front end of the vehicle would shake and vibrate with an abnormal chain-like sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not determined. There was no further informatio... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 3, 2021
Incident date: Mar 3, 2021
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ACURA MDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V027000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. T... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 4, 2020
Incident date: Sep 4, 2020
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ACURA MDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V027000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REP... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 17, 2020
Incident date: Sep 25, 2005
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ACURA MDX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT FROM SECOND GEAR. ADDITIONALLY, THE ENGINE REVVED. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANS... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 17, 2020
Incident date: Sep 25, 2005
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ACURA MDX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT FROM SECOND GEAR. ADDITIONALLY, THE ENGINE REVVED. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANS... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 14, 2020
Incident date: Jun 11, 2020
THIS STARTED A LONG TIME AGO. MY ENGINE WOULD REV UP AND I WOULD HAVE TO PUSH MY BREAKS SO HARD TO SLOW OR STOP. A MECHANIC FINALLY FOUND IT WAS THE CRUISE CONTROL STICKING. THE PART WAS SOLD $800. I GOT IT FIXED BUT THOUGHT THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS. IT ALSO WOULD NOT GO BACK INTO GEAR AFTER I WOULD ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 6, 2020
Incident date: Jul 6, 2020
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ACURA MDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V027000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REP... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 4, 2020
Incident date: May 8, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ACURA MDX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN FOR EMISSIONS TESTING, HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V627000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTU... Read more
AIR BAGS
May 7, 2020
Incident date: Apr 15, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ACURA MDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V027000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. NEITHER THE MANUFACT... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 24, 2020
Incident date: Feb 24, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ACURA MDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V027000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE ACURA OF PEORIA DEALER LOCATED AT (9190 W. BELL RD, PEORIA, AZ, 85382) WHERE THE TE... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Dec 16, 2019
Incident date: Dec 12, 2019
DRIVING AT 70 MPH VEHICLES VTM4 LIGHT STARTED TO FKASH 3 SECONDS LATER ALL WHEELS LOCJMKED UP AND UDER FEET WAS SO HOT HAD TO LIFT MY FEET SKIDDED ABOUT 290 FEET.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 16, 2019
Incident date: Dec 12, 2019
DRIVING AT 70 MPH VEHICLES VTM4 LIGHT STARTED TO FKASH 3 SECONDS LATER ALL WHEELS LOCJMKED UP AND UDER FEET WAS SO HOT HAD TO LIFT MY FEET SKIDDED ABOUT 290 FEET.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 16, 2019
Incident date: Dec 12, 2019
DRIVING AT 70 MPH VEHICLES VTM4 LIGHT STARTED TO FKASH 3 SECONDS LATER ALL WHEELS LOCJMKED UP AND UDER FEET WAS SO HOT HAD TO LIFT MY FEET SKIDDED ABOUT 290 FEET.
AIR BAGS
May 2, 2019
Incident date: May 1, 2019
SRS LIGHT IS ON. THEREFORE,HAVE THE AIRBAGS BEEN DISABLED? WHAT SHOULD I DO NOW?
AIR BAGS
Feb 25, 2019
Incident date: Feb 25, 2019
THE SRS LIGHT TURNS ON AND DOESN'T GO OUT AFTER STARTUP OF THE VEHICLE. THERE IS A RECALL OF THE SRS UNIT MALFUNCTION FOR THE 2003 YEAR MODEL. SECONDLY, MY VEHICLE IS MORE THAN FIFTEEN YEARS OLD. IS THERE A TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL INVOLVING MY 2002 ACURA MDX? I HAVE TAKEN OWNERSHIP VERY RECENT.
SEAT BELTS
Feb 25, 2019
Incident date: Feb 25, 2019
THE SRS LIGHT TURNS ON AND DOESN'T GO OUT AFTER STARTUP OF THE VEHICLE. THERE IS A RECALL OF THE SRS UNIT MALFUNCTION FOR THE 2003 YEAR MODEL. SECONDLY, MY VEHICLE IS MORE THAN FIFTEEN YEARS OLD. IS THERE A TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL INVOLVING MY 2002 ACURA MDX? I HAVE TAKEN OWNERSHIP VERY RECENT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 26, 2018
Incident date: Oct 26, 2018
THE CAR TURNS OFF WHILE DRIVING SIMILAR TO PROBLEM I HAD WITH MY 1999 HONDA CRV INGITION SWITCH BEEN DOING IT FOR SEVERAL DAYS TODAY SMOKE CAME OUT FROM THE STEERING COLUM
AIR BAGS
Aug 9, 2018
Incident date: Apr 15, 2018
SRS DEVICE FAILED, LEAVING AIR BAGS INOPERABLE. DEALER ASKED FACTORY REP TO AUTHORIZE SERVICE. DENIED BY ACURA. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD. RESEARCH INDICATES IDENTICAL PROBLEMS IN OTHER VEHICLES, A PRIOR CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT AND OTHER COMPLAINTS. SRS WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON. BOTH DEALER AND IN... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 9, 2018
Incident date: Apr 15, 2018
SRS DEVICE FAILED, LEAVING AIR BAGS INOPERABLE. DEALER ASKED FACTORY REP TO AUTHORIZE SERVICE. DENIED BY ACURA. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD. RESEARCH INDICATES IDENTICAL PROBLEMS IN OTHER VEHICLES, A PRIOR CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT AND OTHER COMPLAINTS. SRS WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON. BOTH DEALER AND IN... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 17, 2018
Incident date: Jul 10, 2018
TAKATA RECALL MY MDX IS HAVING A HEAT BUILD UP BETWEEN THE COUNTERSHAFT AND SECOND SHAFT GEARS. ITS CASUING MY TRANSMISSION TO LOCK UP AND I AM VERY CONCERN
Crash
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jul 17, 2018
Incident date: Jul 10, 2018
TAKATA RECALL MY MDX IS HAVING A HEAT BUILD UP BETWEEN THE COUNTERSHAFT AND SECOND SHAFT GEARS. ITS CASUING MY TRANSMISSION TO LOCK UP AND I AM VERY CONCERN
Crash
POWER TRAIN
Jun 24, 2018
Incident date: Jun 6, 2018
TRANSMISSION RECALL WAS PREV ADDRESSED BUT STILL HAS SAME PROBLEM HWY OVERHEATING OF TRANSMISSION CAUSING FAILURE EXTREME JERKING SCARED US BAD AND COULD CAUSE ACCIDENT GEARS GO OUT SLIP FROM OVERHEATING AS WELL BURNS TRANSM FLUID RECALLED PREVIOUSLY SAME EXACT ISSUE OF EXTREME OVERHEATING AND AT ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 15, 2017
Incident date: Nov 30, 2017
GEAR FAILURE, TRANSMISSION LOCK UP, SMOKE COMING FROM TRANSMISSION INSIDE THE CAR. HEAT BUILD UP FROM TRANSMISSION WHEN WE DO LONG DRIVE.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 6, 2017
Incident date: Apr 5, 2017
PRIORITY ACURA GAVE 2002 MDX BACK MONDAY 4/3/17 HAD PROBLEMS AGAIN WITH IT SLIPPIN INTO NEUTRAL AND WONT MOVE IN D5...THIS TIME CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND D5 STARTED BLINKING AND GEAR SHIFT WAS NOT MOVE PASS N UNTIL JAMES THE MECHANIC SHUT OFF VEHICLE AND STARTED IT BACK UP.
POWER TRAIN
Apr 6, 2017
Incident date: Apr 5, 2017
PRIORITY ACURA GAVE 2002 MDX BACK MONDAY 4/3/17 HAD PROBLEMS AGAIN WITH IT SLIPPIN INTO NEUTRAL AND WONT MOVE IN D5...THIS TIME CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND D5 STARTED BLINKING AND GEAR SHIFT WAS NOT MOVE PASS N UNTIL JAMES THE MECHANIC SHUT OFF VEHICLE AND STARTED IT BACK UP.
ENGINE
Apr 6, 2017
Incident date: Apr 5, 2017
PRIORITY ACURA GAVE 2002 MDX BACK MONDAY 4/3/17 HAD PROBLEMS AGAIN WITH IT SLIPPIN INTO NEUTRAL AND WONT MOVE IN D5...THIS TIME CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND D5 STARTED BLINKING AND GEAR SHIFT WAS NOT MOVE PASS N UNTIL JAMES THE MECHANIC SHUT OFF VEHICLE AND STARTED IT BACK UP.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 30, 2017
Incident date: Mar 4, 2017
MY NAME IS [XXX] I PURCHASED A USED 2002 ACURA MDX FROM DEALER [XXX] AT PRIORITY HONDA HAMPTON VA 2/13/2017 ( 757 8381252 ). WITHIN THE FIRST WEEK OF DRIVING THIS ACURA MDX IT STALLED AS I MADE A TURN ON LYNNHAVEN PKWY INTO MY JOB PARKING LOT. THERE WHERE CARS BEHIND ME BEEPING. MY FIRST REACTION ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 30, 2017
Incident date: Mar 4, 2017
MY NAME IS [XXX] I PURCHASED A USED 2002 ACURA MDX FROM DEALER [XXX] AT PRIORITY HONDA HAMPTON VA 2/13/2017 ( 757 8381252 ). WITHIN THE FIRST WEEK OF DRIVING THIS ACURA MDX IT STALLED AS I MADE A TURN ON LYNNHAVEN PKWY INTO MY JOB PARKING LOT. THERE WHERE CARS BEHIND ME BEEPING. MY FIRST REACTION ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 30, 2017
Incident date: Mar 4, 2017
MY NAME IS [XXX] I PURCHASED A USED 2002 ACURA MDX FROM DEALER [XXX] AT PRIORITY HONDA HAMPTON VA 2/13/2017 ( 757 8381252 ). WITHIN THE FIRST WEEK OF DRIVING THIS ACURA MDX IT STALLED AS I MADE A TURN ON LYNNHAVEN PKWY INTO MY JOB PARKING LOT. THERE WHERE CARS BEHIND ME BEEPING. MY FIRST REACTION ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 28, 2017
Incident date: Mar 1, 2017
HELLO MY NAME IS [XXX] I PURCHASED A USED 2002 ACURA MDX FROM PRIORITY HONDA HAMPTON VA ( 757 838 1252) THE FIRST WEEK I DROVE THE CAR THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED DOWNWARD WHILE I WAS TURNING A CORNER AT A BUSY INTERSECTION THE CAR DID NOT CUT OFF HOWEVER IT STOP AND WHEN I PRESSED ON THE GAS THE RPM W... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 28, 2017
Incident date: Mar 1, 2017
HELLO MY NAME IS [XXX] I PURCHASED A USED 2002 ACURA MDX FROM PRIORITY HONDA HAMPTON VA ( 757 838 1252) THE FIRST WEEK I DROVE THE CAR THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED DOWNWARD WHILE I WAS TURNING A CORNER AT A BUSY INTERSECTION THE CAR DID NOT CUT OFF HOWEVER IT STOP AND WHEN I PRESSED ON THE GAS THE RPM W... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 25, 2017
Incident date: Jan 2, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ACURA MDX. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE FELT AS IF THE BRAKE PEDAL WERE DEPRESSED QUICKLY AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WERE SUDDENLY DEPRESSED INADVERTENTLY. WHEN DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO MOVE AND WOULD SUDDENLY ENGAGE AND OPERATE NORMALLY... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 27, 2016
Incident date: Dec 22, 2016
MY CAR WAS REPAIRED IN 2004 DUE TO A RECALL.THE ISSUE HAS ACCURED AGAIN AND THE ACURA DEALER WANTS TO CHARGE ME $7000 TO FIX THE TRANSMISSION AGAIN.
POWER TRAIN
Oct 19, 2016
Incident date: Oct 18, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ACURA MDX. WHEN THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO PARK AND REMOVED THE KEYS FROM THE IGNITION, IT BEGAN TO ROLL INDEPENDENTLY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FIL... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN
Oct 7, 2016
Incident date: Sep 20, 2016
ALL THE RECALLS HAVE BEEN TAKEN CARE OF BUT IT STILL HAS THE TRANSMISSION ISSUE. I HAVE SEEN MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS AND ACURA DOES AGREE THAT THERE A KNOWN ISSUE AND WON'T ANYTHING TO RECTIFY THE ISSUE. ME AND A LOT OF OTHER OWNERS ARE CONSIDERING A CLASS ACTION SUIT TO FORCE ACURA TO RECTIFY ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 6, 2016
Incident date: Sep 6, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ACURA MDX. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE SRS WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS AN INTERNAL FAILURE OF THE SRS UNIT, BUT WAS UNSURE ABOUT WHAT PART NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NO... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 14, 2016
Incident date: Aug 11, 2016
TRANSMISSION OCCASIONALLY BUMPS WHEN BACKING, TURNING, AND CHANGING FROM ONE DIRECTION TO ANOTHER. THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES, AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS, WHEN THERE WOULD BE A SOUND AS IS THE VEHICLE IS CROSSING STOP BUMPS. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON SMOOTH ROADS WHILE ACCELERATING, MAINTAINING A SPEED, AND DECELE... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 22, 2016
Incident date: Apr 8, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ACURA MDX. FOR OVER TWO YEARS, THE VEHICLE RANDOMLY STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 02V226000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE MA... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 30, 2016
Incident date: Mar 1, 2016
I TOOK MY CAR AND ON FEBRUARY 25TH TO CHECK TO SEE WHAT WAS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE I WAS TOLD AND NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE THE VEHICLE SHAKES AND VIBRATES REALLY BAD AROUND 30 TO 40 MILES AN HOUR. I HAVE READ ON DIFFERENT FORUM THAT IT'S A TRANSMISSION, AND ALOT OF PEOPLE HAVE TO REPLACE T... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jun 29, 2016
Incident date: Jun 3, 2015
2002 ACURA MDX SRS LIGHT CONSTANTLY ON WHICH MEANS THE AIR BAG MAY NOT FUNCTION NORMALLY. 1. ACURA REFUSES TO ADDRESS THIS SEAT BELT LIMITED WARRANTY ISSUE (WHICH CONTINUES FOR THE LIFE OF THE CAR AND INCLUDES REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT) WITHOUT A MINIMUM DIAGNOSTIC CHARGE OF $130 PRIOR TO EFFECTING RE... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 6, 2016
Incident date: May 15, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ACURA MDX. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SEIZED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO CONFIRMED THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSI... Read more
AIR BAGS
May 9, 2016
Incident date: Aug 1, 2015
SRS LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT APPROXIMATELY 130000 MILES. MECHANIC STATES CODE 15-3 "FAULTY OPDS SENSOR". SENSOR IS FAULTY BY DESIGN, IS NOT AFFECTED BY AGE OR USE OF VEHICLE. PREVIOUS EXTENDED WARRANTY ADDRESSED THIS CODE, WITH LANGUAGE IN WARRANTY STATING VEHICLES PAST 10 YEAR MARK ARE ELIGIBLE FOR GOO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 12, 2016
Incident date: Apr 1, 2016
RECALL ON APRIL 1ST MY MOTHER DROVE HER RECENTLY PURCHASED 2002 ACCURA MDX TO WORK ABOUT A 5 MIN DRIVE TEN MIN AFTER SHE PARKED AND ARRIVED TO WORK HER CAR WAS INFLAMS AND FIRE FIGHTER INVESTIGATORS STATED IT WAS A ELECTRICAL FIRE THAT CAUSED HER CAR TO BLOW UP
Fire
ENGINE
Apr 12, 2016
Incident date: Apr 1, 2016
RECALL ON APRIL 1ST MY MOTHER DROVE HER RECENTLY PURCHASED 2002 ACCURA MDX TO WORK ABOUT A 5 MIN DRIVE TEN MIN AFTER SHE PARKED AND ARRIVED TO WORK HER CAR WAS INFLAMS AND FIRE FIGHTER INVESTIGATORS STATED IT WAS A ELECTRICAL FIRE THAT CAUSED HER CAR TO BLOW UP
Fire
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2002 ACURA MDX
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 5-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 21.0 | 17.0 | Premium | $4,550 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2002 ACURA MDX
170 manufacturer communications from 102 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 23 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 18 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 8 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 8 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 7 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 6 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 6 |
| 220000 SEATS | 5 |
BTI&02072023901
Feb 7, 2023
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Dealer Message- American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for any & all 2022 MDX Type Ss & 2021-2022 TLXs that match the criteria listed below. AHM is interested ONLY if the vehicle meets the following requirements: 1. Manuf
B21-022
May 28, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service Bulletin - Case v. American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Case No. BC 424169 (Third Clutch Transmission Settlement - $25 Credit Vouchers).
B18010I
Jan 10, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.
B18010I
Jan 10, 2018
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.
B18010I
Jan 10, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.
B18010I
Jan 10, 2018
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.
BTS170801
Sep 26, 2017
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Tech line summary article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.
BTS170801
Aug 31, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech line summary article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and are looking for a solution.
BJA46167
Jan 1, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Sending vehicle data to tech line.
B05-018
Nov 23, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
SERVICE BULLETIN - NAVIGATION SYSTEM INFORMATION.
B98015
Mar 18, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.
B99-040
Dec 8, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
"SERVICE BULLETIN - THIS BULLETIN UPDATES THE TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES FOR DTC P1456 (EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM LEAKAGE [FUEL TANK SYSTEM]) AND DTC P1457 (EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM LEAKAGE[EVAP CANISTER SYSTEM]). DEPENDING ON THE MODEL, THERE ARE TW
B99-040
Dec 8, 2015
091100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
"SERVICE BULLETIN - THIS BULLETIN UPDATES THE TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES FOR DTC P1456 (EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM LEAKAGE [FUEL TANK SYSTEM]) AND DTC P1457 (EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM LEAKAGE[EVAP CANISTER SYSTEM]). DEPENDING ON THE MODEL, THERE ARE TW
DLR MSG - Acura
Aug 6, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, Acura announced three recalls for various 2002-06 Acura models. As of August 4, 2014, affected VINs have been identified, and VIN status inquiry has been updated.
DLR MSG - Stop S
Jul 23, 2014
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, Acura announced three recalls for various 2002-06 Acura models. As of July 23, 2014, affected VINs have been identified, and service bulletins 14-023, Safety Recall: Front Passenger?s Airbag Infla
SB-0708
Nov 1, 2010
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
ACURA: THERE ARE GUIDELINES FOR VARIOUS SITUATIONS AND PROCEDURES INCLUDING: TIRE PRESSURE VALVE STEM INSTALLATION, TRAILER STABILITY MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON, ENGINE OIL APPLICATION GUIDE, NEW SOFTWARE, NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID, NOTCHY STEERI
08-026
May 31, 2008
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY REDUCED LABEL FOR ALL ACURA VEHICLES. *PE
06050
May 9, 2008
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
WARRANTY EXTENSION: VEHICLE WARRANTY MILEAGE. *KB AFFECTS 2002 THROUGH 2006 ACURA MODELS. UPDATED 8/15/08. *PE
SB-06-050
May 9, 2008
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
ACURA: WARRANTY EXTENSION: VEHICLE WARRANTY MILEAGE. A FEDERAL COURT PROVIDED FINAL APPROVAL OF THE SETTLEMENT OF A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT ALLEGING THAT THE ODOMETERS ON CERTAIN MODELS WERE OVERSTATING MILEAGE. VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS SETT
SB-06-050
May 9, 2008
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
ACURA: WARRANTY EXTENSION: VEHICLE WARRANTY MILEAGE. A FEDERAL COURT PROVIDED FINAL APPROVAL OF THE SETTLEMENT OF A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT ALLEGING THAT THE ODOMETERS ON CERTAIN MODELS WERE OVERSTATING MILEAGE. VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS SETT
06-008
Feb 5, 2008
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ACURA SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. WARRANTY EXTENSION: OPDS UNIT OR OPDS SENSOR TRIGGERS SRS DTC'S 15-1, 15-2, 15-3. CSC WAS RECEIVED. *NJ
05-019
Feb 5, 2008
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
ACURA SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. WARRANTY EXTENSION: EGR VALVE CONTAMINATION MAY CAUSE ENGINE HESITATION/SURGE OR DTC P1491. CSC WAS RECEIVED. *NJ
04035
Jan 29, 2008
181000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
ACCELERATOR PEDAL HARD TO PRESS. *TT UPDATED 4/2/08. *NJ
307
Mar 16, 2007
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ROUGH IDLE, STALLS AT STOPS, AND DTC'S P0172 OR P0175 APPEAR WHEN INSPECTED. *KB
03030
Nov 9, 2006
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
PRODUCT UPDATE - TIMING BELT AUTO-TENSIONER OIL LEAK. *TT
03015
Jan 20, 2006
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. *TT
090105
Sep 16, 2005
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
HOMELINK WON'T PROGRAM WITH AFTERMARKET REMOTES. *JB
05024
Aug 4, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SHUDDER OR VIBRATION BETWEEN 35 AND 40 MPH. *TT
07012005
Jul 1, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SPEEDOMETER SHOPS CAN TRANSFER ODOMETER MILEAGE. ACURA. SERVICENEWS. *TT
05014
Jun 7, 2005
583000 CHILD SEAT:LATCH STRAP
CHILD SEAT ANCHOR LOCATING BUTTON IS MISSING. *TT
505
May 16, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CRANKS WON'T START, IMMOBILIZER LIGHT FLASHES. *TT
505
May 16, 2005
100000 POWER TRAIN
CANON A75 DIGITAL CAMERA REPLACEMENT. *TT
505
May 16, 2005
185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
INPUT TEST CAN DAMAGE CRUISE CONTROL UNIT. *TT
04006
Apr 29, 2005
220000 SEATS
SEAT-BACK PANEL IS LOOSE OR DETACHED. *TT
01162005
Jan 16, 2005
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
REPLACEMENT OR UPDATED NAVIGATION DVD DISKS. *EH
01162005
Jan 1, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
P1706 A/T SWITCH SHORT OR OPEN. *EH
04013
Nov 12, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SAFETY RECALL: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SECOND GEAR INSPECTION. SUPERSEDES 04-013, DATED APRIL 30, 2004. *TT *EH
04037
Nov 12, 2004
138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
BUZZING FROM THE FRONT BLOWER MOTOR. *TT
10012004
Oct 1, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HOW TO REPLENISH ATF ON VEHICLES WITH A/T OIL JET KITS. *NM
10012004
Oct 1, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HOW TO REMOVE A STUBBORN ATF FILLER BOLT. *NM
10012004
Oct 1, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
A/T SOLENOID REPLACEMENT CRITERIA. *NM
10012004
Oct 1, 2004
350000 EQUIPMENT
CAMERA FIXTURE RETAINER KNOBS NOW AVAILABLE. *NM
03021
Sep 21, 2004
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
THE REAR CENTER VENTS DO NOT BLOW AIR AT ANY CLIMATE CONTROL SETTING. *TT SUPERSEDES 03-021, DATED AUGUST 18, 2003. *TT
04022
Sep 17, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE HESITATION WHILE DRIVING. *TT SUPERSEDES 04-022, ENGINE HESITATION WHILE DRIVING, DATED JULY 9, 2004. *TT
06282004
Sep 16, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE COOLANT LEAKS. *MJ DEALER VISIT REQUEST SUMMARY. *TT
904
Sep 16, 2004
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
POOR FUEL ECONOMY. ACURA TECH LINE SUMMARY FOR DEALER DISTRIBUTION. *TT
904
Sep 16, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SOLENOID REPLACEMENT CRITERIA. ACURA TECH LINE SUMMARY FOR DEALER DISTRIBUTION. *TT
904
Sep 16, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) FILLER PLUG STUCK IN CASE. ACURA TECH SUMMARY LINE FOR DEALER DISTRIBUTION. *TT
09012004
Sep 1, 2004
350000 EQUIPMENT
REPLACING NAVIGATION SYSTEM DVD'S CAN CAUSE DVD DISK ERROR. *NM
804
Aug 16, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NAVIGATION ERROR MESSAGE-DVD DISK READ ERROR. *SC
804
Aug 16, 2004
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ENGINE COOLANT LEAK. *SC
804
Aug 16, 2004
100000 POWER TRAIN
CANON DIGITAL CAMERA LOAN PROGRAM. *SC
08012004
Aug 1, 2004
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
STORE DIGITAL INSPECTION PHOTOS FOR WARRANTY CLAIMS FOR SERVICE BULLETIN (S/B) 04-013, SAFETY RECALL, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SECOND GEAR INSPECTION AND S/B 04-020, SAFETY RECALL, CL AND TL AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SECOND GEAR INSPECTION. ACU
08012004
Aug 1, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
USING THE CORRECT FLASH SETTING FOR DIGITAL INSPECTION PHOTOS. ACURA SERVICENEWS. *TT
604
Jun 16, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SAFETY RECALL SERVICE BULLETIN 04-013 FAQ. *NM
604
Jun 16, 2004
100000 POWER TRAIN
ASB 04-013 TRANSMISSION R&R TIPS. *NM
604
Jun 16, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IF NAVIGATION SYSTEM INTERMITTENTLY DISPLAYS THE MESSAGE, DATABASE OLD SEE YOUR DEALER, APPLY THE NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE PATCH. *NM
04017
Jun 8, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
GLOVE BOX LIGHT STAYS ON. *TT
04009
Jun 4, 2004
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
CLUNK FROM THE REAR BRAKES. *MJ *TT
105
May 16, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SERVICE BULLETIN 04-013 DIGITAL PHOTO TIPS TO IMPROVE TRANSMISSION GEAR. ACURA. TECH LINE SUMMARY. *TT
105
May 16, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CANADIAN VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEAR INSPECTION ASB 04-013. ACURA. TECH LINE SUMMARY. *TT
05012004
May 1, 2004
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
AUDIO UNIT AND NAVI ANTI-THEFT CODES AVAILABLE ON IN. ACURA SERVICENEWS. MAY 2004. *TT
05012004
May 1, 2004
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
USE THE HONDA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM TO READ SRS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. ACURA SERVICENEWS. MAY 2004. *TT
05012004
May 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
A LOW BATTERY CAN CAUSE MULTIPLE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. ACURA SERVICENEWS. MAY 2004. *TT
04013
Apr 30, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SECOND GEAR INSPECTION. *EH
02015
Apr 23, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SRS INDICATOR COMES ON WITH SRS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE. *EH
04012004
Apr 1, 2004
140000 AIR BAGS
SRS INDICATOR ON AFTER BODY SHOP REPAIR. CHECK FOR SRS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. ACURA SERVICENEWS. APRIL 2004. *TT
04012004
Apr 1, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
REPAIRING ATF LEAKS UNDER WARRANTY. ACURA. SERVICENEWS. APRIL 2004. *TT
04012004
Apr 1, 2004
354300 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
WIND NOISE FROM THE ROOF RACK. ACURA. SERVICENEWS. APRIL 2004. *TT
04012004
Apr 1, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
DON'T TEST-DRIVE WITH THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP OR D INDICATOR ON. ACURA. SERVICENEWS. APRIL 2004. *TT
032604
Mar 26, 2004
034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
REAR BRAKE SHIM KITS FOR THE REAR BRAKE CALIPERS WHICH MAY CLUNK THE FIRST TIME THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED AFTER CHANGING DIRECTION FROM FORWARD TO REVERSE OR VICE-VERSA. *TT
01041
Feb 20, 2004
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
V6 ENGINE OIL LEAKS. *JB THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES 01-041, DATED 10/29/2001. *TT
04003
Feb 6, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
IDLE FLUCTUATION WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1129. *TT
020204
Feb 2, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BROKEN HEAD BOLT(S). REQUEST FOR PARTS. *TT
02012004
Feb 1, 2004
015100 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY FAILURE AFTER S/B 02-022. ACURA SERVICENEWS. *TT
02012004
Feb 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
POOR AM RADIO RECEPTION. *TT
104
Jan 16, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
POOR AM RADIO RECEPTION. ACURA. TECH LINE SUMMARY. *TT
012012003
Dec 1, 2003
100000 POWER TRAIN
ATF (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID) LEAKS FROM COOLER LINE BANJO BOLT. *SC
03022
Nov 5, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
PRODUCT UPDATE - TIMING BELT AUTO-TENSIONER SAFETY RECALL - V6 ENGINE WATER PUMP RECALL SERVICE BULLETIN. *TT *MJ
110303
Nov 3, 2003
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
REQUEST FOR PARTS. THROTTLE BODIES. COMPLAINT OF THE ACCELERATOR STICKING CLOSED OR DIFFICULT TO DEPRESS. *TT
1003
Oct 16, 2003
035000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
TESTING BRAKE FLUID FOR PETROLEUM CONTAMINATION. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2003 AND 2004 NSX AND 2004 RSX. *TT
1003
Oct 16, 2003
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
HEATER BLOWER MOTOR OVERHEATS OR BLOWS FUSE. *TT
03028
Oct 7, 2003
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM DISPLAYS U.S. POST OFFICE PHONE NUMBERS INCORRECTLY. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2003 RL. *TT
092603
Sep 26, 2003
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
TO ALL ACURA SERVICE & PARTS MANAGERS TIMING BELT AUTO-TENSION/SAFETY RECALL WITH EMISSION WARRANTY PARTS INFORMATION. *TT
091903
Sep 19, 2003
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
TO ALL SERVICE & PARTS MANAGERS ANNOUNCING A PRODUCT UPDATE CHANGE REGARDING TIMING BELT AUTO-TENSIONER/SAFETY RECALL. *TT
091803
Sep 18, 2003
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
TO ALL SERVICE & PARTS MANAGERS ANNOUNCING A PRODUCT UPDATE CAMPAIGN TO REPAIR TIMING BELT TENSIONER OIL LEAKAGE. *TT
903
Sep 16, 2003
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
UNEQUAL DASH VENT AIR CONDITIONER TEMPERATURE. TECH LINE SUMMARY. *TT
0903
Sep 1, 2003
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR) SURGE/HESITATION FEELS LIKE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. ACURA SERVICENEWS. *TT
090103
Sep 1, 2003
190000 TIRES
TIRE NOISE AND/OR WIND NOISE CAN MASQUERADE AS A PROBLEM WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEARS. ACURA SERVICENEWS. *TT
080103
Aug 1, 2003
140000 AIR BAGS
AMERICAN HONDA SERVICE ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING OCCURRENCES OF THE SRS LIGHT BEING ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) 15-3. *TT
080103
Aug 1, 2003
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CHECKING FOR A HOLE BEFORE INSTALLING A REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION. ACURA SERVICENEWS. *TT
062503
Jun 25, 2003
141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
INVESTIGATING OCCURRENCES OF THE SRS LIGHT BEING ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 15-3. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2002-2003 3.5RL. *TT
03019
Jun 16, 2003
221600 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
DRIVER'S POWER SEAT SLIDE MOVES ONE INCH AND THEN STOPS. *TT
603
Jun 16, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
A FAULTY AFT TEMPERATURE SENSOR OR A PROBLEM WITH THE ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT CAN CAUSE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0710. *TT
603
Jun 16, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0758, P0763 OR P1758 ARE RETAINED OR THE SHIFTING IS ERRATIC AFTER INSTALLING A REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION, REFER TO THE ETM AND CHECK THE GROUND G151. *TT
603
Jun 16, 2003
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
INFORMATION ON REMEMBERING NAVIGATION SYSTEM PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN). *TT
060103
Jun 1, 2003
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
INFORMATION ON FINDING A VEHICLE'S EMISSION TYPE OR GROUP. *TT
060103
Jun 1, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE RUNS ROUGH FROM 40 TO 70 MPH WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0301 THRU P0306, P1399, P0133 SET - SERVICE TIPS. *TT
060103
Jun 1, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MULTIPLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES AFTER TRANSMISSION REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT. *TT
060103
Jun 1, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0710 (AFT TEMPERATURE SENSOR) SET - TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS. *TT
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, ACURA MDX
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP26001
Opened: Mar 6, 2026
All wheel drive allegation
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a Petition dated January 9, 2026, requesting an investigation into the loss of the optional all-wheel drive capability in model year (MY) 2021-2023 Acura TLX and MY 2022-2023 Acura MDX vehicles. The Petition contends that the interfacing splines bet... Read more
PE25008
Opened: Aug 20, 2025
Engine failure
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 414 reports of connecting rod bearing failures in the 3.5L V6 engine used in the following vehicles: Model Years (MY) 2018-2020 Acura TLX, MY2016-2020 Acura MDX, MY2016-2020 Honda Pilot, MY2018-2020 Honda Odyssey, and MY2017-2019 Honda Ridgeline... Read more
EA25004
Opened: Mar 26, 2025
No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
On June 3, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE22005 after the agency received VOQs and several field reports concerning the Auto Idle Stop (AIS) feature on 2016-2019MY Honda Pilot vehicles. The complaints allege that the engine fails to restart on its ow... Read more
RQ24013
Opened: Nov 8, 2024 , Closed: Aug 20, 2025
Engine failure
On November 8, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query RQ24013 to assess the scope of Honda recall 23V-751 after receiving complaints that alleged connecting rod bearing failures in vehicles that were not within the scope of recall 23V-751. In November 2023, Honda recalle... Read more
PE13020
Opened: Jun 6, 2013 , Closed: Jan 6, 2014
Inadvertent Air Bag Deployment
The investigation was opened based on reports of frontal air bag inadvertent deployments (ABIDs) on model year (MY) 2003-2004 Honda Odyssey vehicles.In its response dated September 20, 2013, Honda indicated that the MY 2003 Acura MDX vehicles use a SRS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) which contains th... Read more
EA13002
Opened: Feb 21, 2013 , Closed: Mar 29, 2013
Vehicle Stability Assist Malfunction
On March 14, 2013, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) submitted a Defect Information Report to NHTSA identifying a defect in the Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system in approximately 183,576 model year (MY) 2005 Honda Pilot, Acura RL and MY 2005-2006 Acura MDX vehicles (NHTSA Recall No 13V-092)... Read more
PE12026
Opened: Oct 2, 2012 , Closed: Jan 14, 2013
Ignition Interlock Failure - Rollaway
On December 10, 2012, Honda Motor Company submitted a defect information report to NHTSA regarding ignition interlocks in approximately 576,117 model year MY) 2003 through 2004 Honda Pilot and Odyssey vehicles that are the subject of this investigation and 231,044 MY 2003 through 2006 Acura MDX vehi... Read more
PE05040
Opened: Jul 14, 2005 , Closed: Sep 14, 2005
FRONT COIL SPRING BREAKAGE
IN AN AUGUST 29, 2005 LETTER, HONDA NOTIFIED NHTSA THAT IT HAD IDENTIFIED A DEFECT IN THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS OF CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2001 AND EARLY-2002 ACURA MDX SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES.ACCORDING TO HONDA, SOME FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS HAVE INSUFFICIENT CORROSION PROTECTION AND, IN AREAS WHERE RO... Read more
ACURA MDX - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the ACURA MDX across all model years (2001, 2026).
129
Total Recalls
4,540
Total Complaints
8
Investigations
248
Reported Crashes
94
Reported Fires
9
Reported Deaths
ACURA MDX - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 7 | View |
| 2025 | 3 | 117 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 61 | View |
| 2023 | 2 | 54 | View |
| 2022 | 2 | 207 | View |
| 2020 | 8 | 345 | View |
| 2019 | 9 | 304 | View |
| 2018 | 10 | 275 | View |
| 2017 | 8 | 378 | View |
| 2016 | 7 | 516 | View |
| 2015 | 8 | 97 | View |
| 2014 | 9 | 247 | View |
| 2013 | 1 | 46 | View |
| 2012 | 1 | 99 | View |
| 2011 | 0 | 87 | View |
| 2010 | 1 | 63 | View |
| 2009 | 0 | 74 | View |
| 2008 | 1 | 62 | View |
| 2007 | 1 | 126 | View |
| 2006 | 11 | 121 | View |
| 2005 | 13 | 244 | View |
| 2004 | 10 | 243 | View |
| 2003 | 13 | 259 | View |
| 2002 (current) | 4 | 242 | |
| 2001 | 4 | 266 | View |