Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 01162005 | 01/01/2005 | 10014766 | P1706 a/t switch short or open. *eh | 05/09/2005 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||||
| SB-06-023 | 10/22/2011 | 10041772 | Acura: the engine coolant temperature input in misinterpreted by the ecm/pcm/ the mil comes on. *pe | 11/04/2011 | |
| SB-09-037 | 10/12/2011 | 10041727 | Acura: see document search button for owner letter. lock up clutch function has a pcm update. *pe | 10/31/2011 | |
| SB-09-037 | 07/15/2011 | 10040492 | Ready | 08/31/2011 | |
| SB-09-037 | 07/15/2011 | 10040492 | Honda service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. 2005-2006 mdx. a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 | 08/31/2011 | |
| SB-09-037 | 07/15/2011 | 10040492 | Honda service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. 2005-2006 mdx. a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20-45 mph. there is a software update. *rm | 08/31/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 01/09/2013 | 145000 | 1 | |
| There is a grinding noise when traveling 35-45 mph. the dealership says the torque converter needs to be replaced. *tr | |||
| 01/09/2013 | 145000 | ||
| There is a grinding noise when traveling 35-45 mph. the dealership says the torque converter needs to be replaced. | |||
| 10/01/2012 | 115000 | 1 | |
| The acura mdx that we (myself and my wife) own began to show pronounced transmission problems during october, 2012. we purchased the vehicle only one month prior. initially, after inspection by the dealer, we were told that the issues we were having with acceleration and downshifting related to clogged fuel injectors, but the problem did not diminish once they were cleaned. the vehicle would rev at high rpm's during acceleration and would bang and jolt when the vehicle downshifted. we had a thorough transmission inspection and learned that the vehicle's transmission was failing. it had a limited warranty which allowed for a used replacement transmission, which was installed by aamco in warwick, ri. our out of pocket cost was still approximately $600.00. *tr | |||
| 10/01/2012 | 115000 | ||
| The acura mdx that we (myself and my wife) own began to show pronounced transmission problems during october, 2012. we purchased the vehicle only one month prior. initially, after inspection by the dealer, we were told that the issues we were having with acceleration and downshifting related to clogged fuel injectors, but the problem did not diminish once they were cleaned. the vehicle would rev at high rpm's during acceleration and would bang and jolt when the vehicle downshifted. we had a thorough transmission inspection and learned that the vehicle's transmission was failing. it had a limited warranty which allowed for a used replacement transmission, which was installed by aamco in warwick, ri. our out of pocket cost was still approximately $600.00. | |||
| 10/14/2012 | 109900 | 1 | |
| When traveling between 30-45 mph car has vibration and grumbling sound as if difficulty in changing gears. took car to acura dealer and was told torque converter needs to be replaced. i had the transmission flushed and hoping to have the car recalled since this seems to be an issue with other mdx's. was quoted $3111 plus tax to replace torque converter and think this should fall under a recall due to faulty equipment. this is a one owner vehicle maintained by acura service center and this seems unusual to have a torque converter fail at just over 100,000 miles. *tr | |||
| 10/14/2012 | 109900 | ||
| When traveling between 30-45 mph car has vibration and grumbling sound as if difficulty in changing gears. took car to acura dealer and was told torque converter needs to be replaced. i had the the transmission flushed and hoping to have the car recalled since this seems to be an issue with other mdx's. was quoted $3111 plus tax to replace torque converter and think this should fall under a recall due to faulty equipment. this is a one owner vehicle maintained by acura service center and this seems unusual to have a torque converter fail at just over 100,000 miles. | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 124000 | 1 | |
| 2005 acura mdx: leaving my neighborhood i took a right turn onto the main thoroughfare. after some acceleration (1st gear), i heard a loud squeal/blow. immediately had no power to maneuver forward and off to side of road in busy traffic. ironically, mdx was taken for maintenance at dealership. mdx seemingly tested with flying colors 43 days earlier. no cautionary comments from mechanics at dealership. *tr | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 124000 | ||
| 2005 acura mdx: leaving my neighborhood i took a right turn onto the main thoroughfare. after some acceleration (1st gear), i heard a loud squeal/blow. immediately had no power to maneuver forward and off to side of road in busy traffic. ironically, mdx was taken for maintenance at dealership. mdx seemingly tested with flying colors 43 days earlier. no cautionary comments from mechanics at dealership. | |||
| 10/12/2010 | 82197 | 1 | |
| Hello, i am a very unhappy frustrated 2005 acura mdx owner. my car 2005acura mdx at 82k miles, i noticed car shifting gear was not shifting smoothly. having difficulty while shifting gear & which went worse & very stiff. also, a grinding noise coming, while accelerating at low speeds ( 25-40mph). it started to happen almost every time i accelerate the car or holding this speed on a slight incline level. i have had my mechanic to look at it & was told this noise is a transmission/torque converter problem. it's common to acura mdxs. & also, advised to take it to acura dealer. on oct-2009 car was placed for service @ authorized acura dealer. where dealer state that it's out of company warranty. the gear shift cable as well as transmission was replaced with 3-year warranty acura dealer at my (owner) expense 5k. again, in june-2012 @ 89k mileages, same problem started. my car shift gear was not shifting smoothly. my car needed excessive force in order to shift gears. again, car was taken to an authorized acura dealer and the gear shift cable was replaced. dealer state that the gear shift cable was covered with rust. which i believe the failure was a acura design flaw. the vehicle was repaired second time at my expense($400.00) for the same problem or cause. recently, again (sept-2012) same strange vibration/grinding noise started. it sounds identical to the issue i was having previously. however, this types of failure recurring every few months later. unfortunately, i found the same problem still exists. it is very frustrating and feel very nervous while driving with my family. i even get scared to drive this acura suv in case it will stop on the middle of the way, while driving. i'm requesting you( nhtsa) to take this serious and possible life threatening matter with acura and make them accountable and responsible for it. *tr | |||
| 08/22/2012 | 82000 | 1 | |
| While driving the suv in a busy street 30-45mph felt the vibration, grinding, the triangle distress sign came on and felt the vehicle is going to stall. managed to get the suv to the parking lot on the right side. the suv completely stalled there and we got it towed to the acura dealer. they looked at it and the technician gave us the initial diagnosis as radiator has blown coolant line , fluids have cross contaminated and will take a lot of time to bleed out, also possible transmission failure in the process would need to retest drive after radiator replacement to see if transmission works. *tr | |||
| 01/04/2010 | 56000 | 1 | |
| Transmission / torque converter judder at approximately 30 mph when applying light pressure to accelerator. acura dealer applied 1255a9 software update, which seemed to correct the problem for awhile. the problem began reoccurring approximately 1 year later. *tr | |||
| 01/04/2010 | 56000 | ||
| Transmission / torque converter judder at approximately 30 mph when applying light pressure to accelerator. acura dealer applied 1255a9 software update, which seemed to correct the problem for awhile. the problem began reoccurring approximately 1 year later. | |||
| 04/03/2012 | 104000 | ||
| At low speed and low rpm's up to 35 miles experiencing transmission jitter. did software update at the dealer ( as per recall), problem re-appeared shortly after. was advised to replace tranny for $4500. this appears to be well known issue with 2005 mdx's. seeking financial assistance since it is clear design flow. | |||
| 10/18/2011 | 65000 | ||
| I have code p0740 which is tcc function. my trans is operating erracticaly and undriveable. after faithful service intervals the trans died in my car. acura denies knowledge of the problem even though there are thousands of people their torque converter failed due to a design flaw. i was almost killed when the trans shuddered and stalled innthe middle of the road. i am furious this car is expensive and no need for transmission failure at such low mileage. please recall and help | |||
| 06/01/2011 | 65000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2005 acura mdx. the contact stated the vehicle required excessive force in order to shift gears. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the gear shift cable was lubricated; however, the failure recurred a few months later. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the gear shift cable was covered with rust and the failure was a design flaw. the vehicle was not repaired twice. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided little financial assistance with the repairs. the failure mileage was 65,000. | |||
| 06/01/2011 | 65000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2005 acura mdx. the contact stated the vehicle required excessive force in order to shift gears. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the gear shift cable was lubricated; however, the failure recurred a few months later. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the gear shift cable was covered with rust and the failure was a design flaw. the vehicle was not repaired twice. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided little financial assistance with the repairs. the failure mileage was 65,000. rvk | |||
| 11/05/2009 | 80000 | ||
| Shuddering and wash-boarding, due to defective torque converter. acura mailed out transmission software updates december 2009 and november 2010 to address this on-going issue. i have kept mine and can send you the documentation on it if you would like to receive it. neither software updates fixed the issue. now they are saying we need to replace the torque converter. this is a well-known safety hazard (check out the internet forums on it) and can cause fatal accidents. please consider a recall, especially in light of acura's knowledge of the issue and unwillingness to fix it the proper way by replacing the part. this cannot be fixed by a mere software update. this issue is just as big and on-going as the toyota issue. please issue a recall on this issue. i understand that some of the acura sedans (tl's) also have this same transmission problem!! | |||
| 04/20/2010 | 82000 | ||
| My 2005 acura mdx drive train will make a judder sound and can be felt in the vehicle all while loosing acceleration at around 30 to 40 mph. the resulting loss of acceleration leads to serious safety concerns while trying to merge into traffic on ramps. there was a recall regarding this problem from acura. i took the mdx into the dealer and they did a pcm program update. this seemed to fix the problem for about two months but now the problem is back again. | |||
| 11/30/2010 | 80000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2005 acura mdx. the contact stated while driving she heard a grinding noise. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who performed a diagnose that located the failure at the transmission torque converter. the dealer was contacted concerning a letter that was received from the manufacturer concerning the torque converter failure, the dealer advised the letter that was received was to prevent the failure by updating the computer software, but if the failure already occurred the remedy could not be performed on the vehicle. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and the current mileage were 80,000. li | |||
| 10/26/2010 | 69500 | ||
| At speeds between 30-50mph when the engine is under a slight load and the rpms are attempting to hold between 1100-1400, there is a loud vibration and shudder. the rpms jitter back and forth jumping by about 100 rpms or so as it tries to hold a steady speed. i had it checked at a local transmission shop and they recommend that i replace the transmission because the problem will just continue to get worse until the transmission completely fails. the problem i'm facing with my 2005 sounds exactly like the problem described in the acura service bulletin for 03-04 models: http://ww2.justanswer.com/uploads/thebesthonda/2010-02-04_181956_b06-003.pdf. | |||
| 07/23/2009 | 43500 | 1 | |
| I have a 2005 acura mdx and felt the car noisy while driving after a while the vsa light came on and stayed on. thank god i purchased an extended warranty because this happened 1 month after the manufacturers warranty expire. they had to replace the transmission at a cost of $3900. *tr | |||
| 09/25/2009 | 77000 | 1 | |
| I took my 2005 acura mdx in to the dealership to have an unusual sound checked out. it occurs while accelerating slowly to about 40mph. i was told that the torque converter needed to be replaced. i had a warranty purchase when i bought the vehicle so i did not incur any expense for this repair. the next week, the d4 light was blinking indicating a possible problem with the transmission. i took it in again and i was told that the 4th gear pressure switch was probably defective, as it was just replaced along with the torque converter. ironically, a friend was having the same problem. she took her 2005 mdx in for service, had the torque converter replaced (unfortunately she did incur an expense), and the next day her d4 light was blinking. her vehicle is being repaired as i write this complaint. my concern is that the transmission in this vehicle is defective altogether. as i have done a little research, i have discovered that this is fairly common with the acura mdx model. *tr | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 01/02/2009 | 54000 | ||
| Hello, i am a very frustrated acura mdx owner. i hd prchsed 2005 cura mdx brand new. i usd the suv for 3 years when i started hearing a viration or juddernoice while cruising between 20-45 miles per hour. in december 2010, i received a recall and was very happy that the issue will be resolved. i took the recall notice sent by honda motors and went to the alhambra, ca acura dealership. the dealership updated the pcm a/t software . the cause in the work order was mentioned as producr update - pm update for lock-up clutch function. software update s/b# 09-037. i got it update within 3 hours and finally felt happy that my suv will be running fine. to my utter dismay, i found the same problem still exists. it is ver frustrating and feel very nervous while driving with my family. i even get scared to drive thesuv in case it will stop on freeway. nhtsa is a governing bdy to help such situation. i am pretty sure, this issue has been reported before in nhta web site. i earnestly reqest nhts to tae this erious and pssible life threating matter with acura and make them accountable and responsible thanks sudheer maharana ower of acura mdx 2005 | |||
| 11/11/2010 | 122190 | ||
| My transmission failed . i drive an average of 80 miles to and from work. most of it was highway driving. i would notice some hesitation at low speeds in about 50,000 miles but would go away. at approximately 100,000 miles the problems started getting more noticeable.the time leading to the eventual failure of my transmission was a shudder during low speeds between 20 to 40 miles per hour. then hesitation during acceleration and then eventual slippage of the gears which almost cost me an accident because it happened when i was driving in the highway. luckily i was able to exit right away and avert any diffiulties getting help at the side of the road. i brought it to a dealership which recommended the replacement of the transmission. | |||
| 02/22/2011 | 54400 | ||
| Transmission rough and noisy starting on 35 mph. it needs a torque converter and transmission replaced. these car is become dangers to drive, you don | |||
| 01/28/2011 | 89800 | ||
| We took our 2005 mdx (89k miles) for the torque converter recall about a month ago. after they fixed it we noticed it was still shuttering. so, we took it back to them and they removed the transmission, replaced a few other things and the shutter went away. that was 3 weeks ago. today, i was driving and noticed the d5 light started blinking. in reviewing other internet posts, it can mean the transmission is going out or a switch is overheating/failing. i'm not experiencing any other problems so he said that it is probably the switch and that sometimes that happens when a transmission is removed and put back in. so, i took it into the acura dealership today and they are currently looking into it. on the phone, i said it wouldn't cost anything to get the switch replaced...right? he went on to say well if you don't have the extended warranty, then yes. i'm going to fight this one for sure...they had to pull the transmission because of the torque converter recall....i'm sure that is what is causing it....it's just a coincidence that 3 weeks after they worked on the trasmission that now it the d5 light is blinking? i don't think so. | |||
| 01/19/2011 | 64000 | ||
| 2005 mdx. within one year of purchase, a high pitched ringing was identified to the acura dealer. sound was dismissed as normal. for the next four years the sound recurred on acceleration and uphill driving. at 64,000 miles the ringing sound was diagnosed by the dealer to be a failing torque converter. torque converter was replaced by the dealer (warranty). one year later, the transmission began making a rumbling sound while accelerating between twenty and thirty five miles/hour. also, the ringing noise re-emerged. car was taken to dealer. dealer informed us that there is a recall on our mdx regarding the rumbling problem--told it is an electronic problem requiring a one hour fix. (though at this time i can find no information about this supposed recall). the mdx was given to dealer for fix. after the first day, dealer informed us that the fix had not solved the problem, and they would try again (at the direction of acura technical support) the next day. again, the dealer informed us that the problem was not fixed. dealer's mechanic has told us it is the transmission that is faulty, but unfortunately acura technical support is refusing that diagnosis. the car is now going on its fourth day in the dealership and we have been told by the service adviser that acura is unwilling to address the problem beyond the electronic adjustment. we have been advised by them to drive the car until the problem gets worse, then bring it back. the problem, prior to dropping the car off at the dealer this last time, occurred almost constantly while accelerating slowly between 20 and 30 mph, at times feeling as if the car may stall. it has yet to pose a safety hazard, but has completely eroded our confidence in the vehicle's ability to take extended trips. fear of breakdown keeps our trips limited to twenty miles or less. we have spoken to a lawyer and will file lawsuit if acura does not address this obvious and unacceptable flaw. | |||
| 07/01/2008 | 40000 | ||
| My 2005 acura mdx has encountered problems where the car suddenly stops when the brake is applied and fails to accelerate smoothly (the car lurches during acceleration). this usually occurs at slower speeds (<30mph). this has occurred on numerous occasions. acura service has been unable to diagnose the problem despite our pleas to find the problem. sometimes the problem is ameliorated when the ignition is turned off and restarted, similar to a computer reboot. the most recent incident, today, did not rectify itself when the car was restarted. this situation is dangerous as the car is susceptible to rear-end and other collision when the car locks up during acceleration or braking. | |||
| 12/14/2010 | 89000 | ||
| Transmission was vibrating between 30 and 45 mph. received letter confirming a computer update was necessary to correct failure. dealership updated transmission. still have minor issues with modification. the vibration was not apparent in 4th gear driving, only when driven in overdrive. honda should redesign and recall. | |||
| 11/26/2010 | 71454 | ||
| Torque converter slipped - failure of transmission - acura mdx 2005 | |||
| 08/01/2010 | 102000 | ||
| Car is making a grinding noise at approximately 30 to 40 m/h. i had the timing belt changed and was told this noise is a transmission problem that is common to acura mdxs between 02s to 06s. i have justified the cost of acuras because of their longevity and am very upset over the repair cost of $4000. why hasn't acura been forced to stand behind this defect when it seems to be so common when i investigated on the internet. | |||
| 11/26/2010 | 71454 | ||
| Torque converter slipped - failure of transmission - acura mdx 2005 | |||
| 08/01/2010 | 102000 | ||
| Car is making a grinding noise at approximately 30 to 40 m/h. i had the timing belt changed and was told this noise is a transmission problem that is common to acura mdxs between 02s to 06s. i have justified the cost of acuras because of their longevity and am very upset over the repair cost of $4000. why hasn't acura been forced to stand behind this defect when it seems to be so common when i investigated on the internet. | |||
| 11/29/2010 | 95000 | ||
| Transmission problems on acura mdx | |||
| 11/26/2010 | 71454 | ||
| Torque converter slipped - failure of transmission - acura mdx 2005 | |||
| 08/01/2010 | 102000 | ||
| Car is making a grinding noise at approximately 30 to 40 m/h. i had the timing belt changed and was told this noise is a transmission problem that is common to acura mdxs between 02s to 06s. i have justified the cost of acuras because of their longevity and am very upset over the repair cost of $4000. why hasn't acura been forced to stand behind this defect when it seems to be so common when i investigated on the internet. | |||
| 11/29/2010 | 95000 | ||
| Transmission problems on acura mdx | |||
| 11/20/2010 | 68000 | ||
| Just purchased a pre-owned 2005 acura mdx on nov 3, 2010 with 67,500 miles. after 3 weeks of driving the vehicle, i started experiencing the same problem as many owners have reported - engine / transmission makes shuddering noise when accelarating between 30 - 45 mph. the same noise occurs when the vehicle down-shifts or cruise at the same speed. the odometer was at approximately 68,000 miles when the noise started to surface. it's been only about 6 days since the problem started and the noice is becoming more frequent. seems to be a common problem reported by many acura mdx owners, but after doing some research online i did not find a permanent solution. seems that acura / honda manufacturer chooses to not be accountable and remains silent in offering a real solution or recalling the faulty components - very disappointing from a long time customer of honda products. | |||
| 11/26/2010 | 71454 | ||
| Torque converter slipped - failure of transmission - acura mdx 2005 | |||
| 08/01/2010 | 102000 | ||
| Car is making a grinding noise at approximately 30 to 40 m/h. i had the timing belt changed and was told this noise is a transmission problem that is common to acura mdxs between 02s to 06s. i have justified the cost of acuras because of their longevity and am very upset over the repair cost of $4000. why hasn't acura been forced to stand behind this defect when it seems to be so common when i investigated on the internet. | |||
| 11/29/2010 | 95000 | ||
| Transmission problems on acura mdx | |||
| 11/20/2010 | 68000 | ||
| Just purchased a pre-owned 2005 acura mdx on nov 3, 2010 with 67,500 miles. after 3 weeks of driving the vehicle, i started experiencing the same problem as many owners have reported - engine / transmission makes shuddering noise when accelarating between 30 - 45 mph. the same noise occurs when the vehicle down-shifts or cruise at the same speed. the odometer was at approximately 68,000 miles when the noise started to surface. it's been only about 6 days since the problem started and the noice is becoming more frequent. seems to be a common problem reported by many acura mdx owners, but after doing some research online i did not find a permanent solution. seems that acura / honda manufacturer chooses to not be accountable and remains silent in offering a real solution or recalling the faulty components - very disappointing from a long time customer of honda products. | |||
| 11/29/2010 | 95000 | ||
| Transmission problems on acura mdx | |||
| 11/20/2010 | 68000 | ||
| Just purchased a pre-owned 2005 acura mdx on nov 3, 2010 with 67,500 miles. after 3 weeks of driving the vehicle, i started experiencing the same problem as many owners have reported - engine / transmission makes shuddering noise when accelarating between 30 - 45 mph. the same noise occurs when the vehicle down-shifts or cruise at the same speed. the odometer was at approximately 68,000 miles when the noise started to surface. it's been only about 6 days since the problem started and the noice is becoming more frequent. seems to be a common problem reported by many acura mdx owners, but after doing some research online i did not find a permanent solution. seems that acura / honda manufacturer chooses to not be accountable and remains silent in offering a real solution or recalling the faulty components - very disappointing from a long time customer of honda products. | |||
| 11/29/2010 | 95000 | ||
| Transmission problems on acura mdx | |||
| 11/20/2010 | 68000 | ||
| Just purchased a pre-owned 2005 acura mdx on nov 3, 2010 with 67,500 miles. after 3 weeks of driving the vehicle, i started experiencing the same problem as many owners have reported - engine / transmission makes shuddering noise when accelarating between 30 - 45 mph. the same noise occurs when the vehicle down-shifts or cruise at the same speed. the odometer was at approximately 68,000 miles when the noise started to surface. it's been only about 6 days since the problem started and the noice is becoming more frequent. seems to be a common problem reported by many acura mdx owners, but after doing some research online i did not find a permanent solution. seems that acura / honda manufacturer chooses to not be accountable and remains silent in offering a real solution or recalling the faulty components - very disappointing from a long time customer of honda products. | |||
| 11/07/2009 | 63827 | ||
| At 30 -45 miles per hour, get a rumbling noise.. took to dealership and had to have torque converter changed | |||
| 07/01/2010 | 70000 | ||
| I purchased the car pre-owned from the original owner. i have all their service records and all service was done at the acura dealership. within a month of purchasing the car at around 70k i noticed a grinding or growling noise when accelerating at low speeds between 25-40mph. within a month it started to happen almost every time i accelerate. about a month after that around 73k miles i noticed that i have a vibration when accelerating at low speeds. i haven | |||
| 03/10/2010 | 65000 | ||
| Had to replace the torque converter on my 2005 acura mdx. seems to be a problem just by searching the internet. now i hear a groaning noise in the rear as i accelerate and turn the wheel at low speed | |||
| 08/28/2010 | 70000 | ||
| My 2005 acura mdx is making a shudder or grinding sound between 25 and 40 mph while accelerating. i have found that this is a common issue and is related to a faulty torque converter. nhtsa has issued a service bulletin for this exact same problem for all acura's for model years 2003-2004. this bulletin has not been issued for 2005. all should be recalled and corrected at acura expense. nhtsa item# ch.cfm 10022468 torque converter shudder or vibration between 35-40 mph | |||
| 09/07/2010 | 89370 | ||
| 2005 acura mdx. a shuddering noise is heard between 35 and 45 miles per hour and the engine speed increases by a few hundred rpm. most often occurs while holding this speed on a slight incline or level. torque converter was replaced at 78,209 miles on 11/18/2009. this temporarily resolved the issue, but the problem recurred and the torque converter was again replaced at 89,370 miles. this failure rate is excessive. | |||
| 03/01/2010 | 100000 | ||
| 2005 acura mdx torque converter jutter at speeds of 25-40 mph. | |||
| 01/14/2010 | 47 | ||
| Not sure what equipement it is, but i have trouble accelerating in my mdx. i thought it was normal until i drove my sister's rl. i couldnt believe the difference. whenever i am driving, especially when accelerating i have to floor the car to get it to move it seems. its especially problematic when i am getting on a highway and trying to merge into traffic. i have to actually put my seat further so my entire foot can now be on the gas to get it to accerlerate or make it seem like it is. took it in to a dealership (thank god for extended warranty) and dont know what they did, but it helped only for a short time. the problem was back in less than weeks and its so hard to get to a dealership because they are not in my town and i have to get someone to take it for me. i have been reading others having the same problem and now see its the torque. is there a permanent fix for this | |||
| 08/14/2010 | 51000 | ||
| Driving on highway at 75-80 mph, car starts vibrating, and the steering wheel starts shaking. took it to the deal to check since i have a warranty (only 51k miles) and they claim they cannot duplicate problem | |||
| 01/14/2010 | 47 | ||
| Not sure what equipement it is, but i have trouble accelerating in my mdx. i thought it was normal until i drove my sister's rl. i couldnt believe the difference. whenever i am driving, especially when accelerating i have to floor the car to get it to move it seems. its especially problematic when i am getting on a highway and trying to merge into traffic. i have to actually put my seat further so my entire foot can now be on the gas to get it to accerlerate or make it seem like it is. took it in to a dealership (thank god for extended warranty) and dont know what they did, but it helped only for a short time. the problem was back in less than weeks and its so hard to get to a dealership because they are not in my town and i have to get someone to take it for me. i have been reading others having the same problem and now see its the torque. is there a permanent fix for this | |||
| 08/14/2010 | 51000 | ||
| Driving on highway at 75-80 mph, car starts vibrating, and the steering wheel starts shaking. took it to the deal to check since i have a warranty (only 51k miles) and they claim they cannot duplicate problem | |||
| 01/14/2010 | 47 | ||
| Not sure what equipement it is, but i have trouble accelerating in my mdx. i thought it was normal until i drove my sister's rl. i couldnt believe the difference. whenever i am driving, especially when accelerating i have to floor the car to get it to move it seems. its especially problematic when i am getting on a highway and trying to merge into traffic. i have to actually put my seat further so my entire foot can now be on the gas to get it to accerlerate or make it seem like it is. took it in to a dealership (thank god for extended warranty) and dont know what they did, but it helped only for a short time. the problem was back in less than weeks and its so hard to get to a dealership because they are not in my town and i have to get someone to take it for me. i have been reading others having the same problem and now see its the torque. is there a permanent fix for this | |||
| 08/14/2010 | 51000 | ||
| Driving on highway at 75-80 mph, car starts vibrating, and the steering wheel starts shaking. took it to the deal to check since i have a warranty (only 51k miles) and they claim they cannot duplicate problem | |||
| 01/14/2010 | 47 | ||
| Not sure what equipement it is, but i have trouble accelerating in my mdx. i thought it was normal until i drove my sister's rl. i couldnt believe the difference. whenever i am driving, especially when accelerating i have to floor the car to get it to move it seems. its especially problematic when i am getting on a highway and trying to merge into traffic. i have to actually put my seat further so my entire foot can now be on the gas to get it to accerlerate or make it seem like it is. took it in to a dealership (thank god for extended warranty) and dont know what they did, but it helped only for a short time. the problem was back in less than weeks and its so hard to get to a dealership because they are not in my town and i have to get someone to take it for me. i have been reading others having the same problem and now see its the torque. is there a permanent fix for this | |||
| 08/14/2010 | 51000 | ||
| Driving on highway at 75-80 mph, car starts vibrating, and the steering wheel starts shaking. took it to the deal to check since i have a warranty (only 51k miles) and they claim they cannot duplicate problem | |||
| 05/25/2009 | 30000 | ||
| 2005 acura mdx makes grinding noise when accelerating between 35 and 40 mph. this started occurring around 30,000 miles and continues to this day. there are many reports of this exact same problem on various automotive forums. this was reported to the dealer while the vehicle was under warranty, however, it was not addressed until i took the vehicle in approximately one year later with significant documentation regarding the problem. the dealership presented the case to honda and they are willing to replace the transmission torque converter however i must pay 25%. this does not see fair. | |||
| 05/01/2009 | 70000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2005 acura mdx. the contact stated that the vehicle had been experiencing a recurring failure with the transmission which would intermittently skip. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed the failure was not a safety concern. the failure continued to occur and the vehicle was taken back to the dealership where the transmission was then replaced. the contact was told that the replacement transmission was new but upon speaking with the manufacturer, he was informed that the transmission was re-manufactured. the failure mileage was approximately 70,000. the current mileage was approximately 151,000. | |||
| 10/27/2009 | 53000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2005 acura mdx. while driving at approximately 30 mph, the contact noticed a grinding noise in the transmission when he depressed the accelerator pedal lightly. there was also a pulling sound coming from the transmission area. the noise continued until the accelerator pedal was depressed harder or the vehicle slowed down. the vehicle had not been inspected at the time of the complaint. the failure mileage was approximately 53,000. the current mileage was approximately 54,500. | |||
| 04/03/2010 | 82700 | ||
| Around 40,000 miles my acura mdx 2005 began making a low groaning noise at 25mph and 35 mph took it to the dealer and found it was the tourqe converter. i also suspec that the transmission needs to be replaced due to the medal shavings in the fluid. this is the 2nd acura mdx i have owned. the first was a 2003 but the dealer assured me that the problem was adressed in the 2005 version. im thinking about a class action law suit. | |||
| 09/01/2009 | 5600 | ||
| I have a 2005 acura mdx premium model. the car is only driven 56000 miles. there are always a grinding noise when speed is about 25 -- 40 mph. i have been told it is a transmission torque converter problem. | |||
| 01/01/2009 | 65000 | 1 | |
| I have a 2005 acura mdx touring model which is making grinding noise which seems to be transmission related. this has been going on for about a year. i asked my mechanic to check it and he could not come to a remedy. i have read of other 2005 acura mdx owners finding the same problem which means it is systemic/manufacturing flaw. this is an ongoing problem. i use premium gasoline so it isn't anything related to low grade gas. it is a loud grinding sound that happens when the car is just starting to get going, around 20-25 mph and if i slow down and accelerate again. i am sure it will continue to get worse. i also had the catalytic converter shield checked to make sure it wasn't loose and rattling and it was ok. *tw | |||
| 02/08/2006 | 58000 | 1 | |
| Beginning in 2006 i started to experience a hesitation and a hissing sound in my 2005 acura mdx at hwy and local rd speed for the past three years i have taken the vehicle to the dealership only to get the same response of unable to duplicate. i recently took the vehicle to the dealership again on 11/09 and this time they were able to duplicate the problem which was a bad torque converter which required the replacement of the transmission. the dealer claimed the issue started at 58,000 mile and therefore out of warranty. the dealer wants $4000.00 to replace transmission. still contemplating offer. i have discovered blogs that states an ongoing torque converter and transmission problem with the acura mdx from 2001--2005 including a recall for 2001-2002. *tr | |||
| 11/16/2009 | 50050 | 1 | |
| 2005 acura mdx transmission rough and noisy between 35 and 45 mph. it needs a torque converter and transmission replaced. this should be a recall due to many many other owners having the same issue. *tr | |||
| 09/15/2009 | 57325 | 1 | |
| I own a 2005 acura mdx. this summer i began noticing a strange vibration and noise when accelerating in 4th gear. also, the starter motor produced a grinding noise when starting the engine. after only 57,000 miles, i had to return it to the dealership for a new starter motor, torque converter and motor mounts. fortunately, it was still under warranty and the dealership replaced all parts gratis. this was an expensive vehicle and i expected quality engineering. after reading about the ongoing issues acura mdx is experiencing regarding torque converters and transmissions, i decided to put this on the record. *tr | |||
| 06/10/2009 | 55000 | 1 | |
| 2005 mdx torque converter replacement @ 55,000 miles, out of pocket cost, $ 3000.00 grinding noises @ 35 mph. *tr | |||
| 10/02/2009 | 1 | ||
| I have approximately 57,000 miles on my 2005 acura mdx. i had been experiencing a noise coming from the engine at speeds around 20 - 25 and 40 - 45. i was told by the dealer that i needed my torque converter replaced. this appears to be a common problem on this particular vehicle. i feel that is unacceptable on a $40,000 car with so few miles/years on it. *tr | |||
| 04/04/2007 | 50000 | 1 | |
| 2005 acura mdx. transmission problem. seems others on the forums have complained of an intermittent vibration in the car, the diagnosis was the torque converter the other cars. i am having the same experiences these other people have had. ,however since i cant replicate the problem at the dealer no one is doing anything. *tr | |||
| 09/15/2007 | 32000 | 2 | 05/06/2005 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2005 acura mdx. while driving in reverse, the contact heard a clunking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. the vehicle jerked backwards and struck a concrete pole approximately 2 feet away. the vehicle automatically shifted into drive, surged forward, and struck another concrete pole. both air bags deployed. the passenger in the front of the vehicle was trapped and unable to open the door. the police, ambulance, and fire departments arrived at the scene. a police report was filed. the contact had burns and cuts on her arms and face and a swollen right knee. she will have to undergo therapy on her neck and knee. the passenger was badly bruised. the contact spoke with acura on september 17, 2007 and they stated that their legal department would be in touch with her, however, they have not responded as of yet. this was the second time this failure has occurred. in the first incident, the vehicle was placed in drive and accelerated on its own. the failure occurred while driving 25 mph. the vin, engine size, and current mileage were unknown. the failure mileage was 32,000. updated 12/12/07 *tr | |||