2001 Acura MDX Problems and Repair Histories

Year	Make/Model	Trips/Year/100 Cars	Compared to all models for the same year
2001	Acura MDX	30 MDXs, 7.7 months of data per MDX, average 125900 miles 41	Fewest Trips Most Trips	see reported repairs

Acura MDX in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2011	136000		First odometer entry
Apr	2011	137000	1100	Steering column replaced. Brakes replace on rear.
Jun	2011	162000	280	Front brakes replaced along with rotors

 

Acura MDX in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2009	133000		First odometer entry
Jun	2009	134000	260	Power steering gasket leaking
Dec	2011	147000	625	Had to replace alternator.

 

Acura MDX in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2007	87000		First odometer entry
Jan	2008	89000	500	Discovered broken engine mounts and other broken bushings that needed repairs and replacement
Dec	2008	99000	0	SRS sensor replaced under Acura Warranty Extension Action
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2010	116000		First odometer entry
Aug	2011	134300	800	A/C blower motor stopped working. Replaced blower motor with aftermarket part - it was noisy so took it back and mechanic replaced with OEM blower motor and all was good.
Sep	2012	151000	300	AC not working. Recharged. Minor steering fluid leak. Mechanic said would be okay for about two more years, but then would cost about $1,200.

 

Acura MDX in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2006		0	In cold months, I get an intermittent passenger side air bag lock-out light. As I rarely have a passenger. I have not had it looked at.
Oct	2007		150	Got the drive-train rumble strip noise. After researching problem on-line, changed rear diff fluid (VTM) and triple flushed auto trans (Max Life). Adjusted my driving style to avoid rumble, down shifted one gear and avoided 28 and 48 mph.
Jun	2009		0	Latch handle for rear floor storage compartment lid broke. Did not replaced.
Oct	2011	85000	0	when traded, intermittent torque converter clutch rumble, rear CV or wheel bearing knock.

 

Acura MDX in Kentucky, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2011	152000		First odometer entry
Aug	2011	157300	197	Replaced the outer rear sway bar links
Dec	2011	163000	800	Front and side engine mounts both broken Grinding in power steering pump due to low oil, determined line to be rusted out and leaking power steering fluid. Suspension joints broken
Jul	2012	172000	632	Catalytic Converter insides broke loose, plugging the exhaust system. Had to Remove and replace the catalytic converter.
Feb	2013			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in North Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2010	69000		First odometer entry
Mar	2011	77000	0	Compliance bushings replaced; tie rod boots replaced.
Jun	2012	83000	540	Replaced front and side motor mounts Cruise control not working
Oct	2012	84300	0	SRS light went on. Turns out the driver side seat belt buckle was 'bad'. Dealer had one in stock and replaced for free.
Mar	2013	88000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in North Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2011	73000		First odometer entry
Feb	2011	75000	0	Diagnosed problem of failing engine mounts. Waited a bit on making the repair.
Mar	2013	98000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	200000		First odometer entry
May	2010	205500	0	replaced transmission for 5th time. Free under warranty for last transmission which cost $2,000. Previous 3 transmissions were free.
Jul	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in South Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2009	132000		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	132000	0	Motor mounts replaced. Transmission issues lead to getting rid of car. Approximately 4-5 thousand dollar repair quoted. No guarantee that repair would last long term.

 

Acura MDX in Colorado, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2010	71000		First odometer entry
Nov	2010	71700	0	Left side mirror slips out of place. Need to reset it every time I get into the car
Mar	2013	90000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Washington, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2011	83000		First odometer entry
Oct	2011	84000	0	Replaced back door hinges. Noise coming from suspension, not determined, told to wait.

 

Acura MDX in Nevada, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2011	77000		First odometer entry
Jan	2012	78000	0	Whirring noise after engine on a minute or so
Mar	2013	79000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2011	124000		First odometer entry
Dec	2012	136000	564	Broken motor mount in front and the side mount was about to break. Repaired as well. The transmission was dragging and having a difficult time changing gears. Once the mounts were repaired, it runs very well. Night and day.

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2009	108000		First odometer entry
Mar	2013	163000	2550	Didn't shift out of 3rd gear. when repair was complete 3rd gear was burnt. lack of fluid. replaced overhauled. working perfectly now.

 

Acura MDX in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2012	145000		First odometer entry
Mar	2013	153000	93	One of the rear shock absorbers developed a leak.

 

Acura MDX in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2001		0	know problem with 1st year model know problem with 1st year model
Mar	2013	61000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Wisconsin, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2012	160000		First odometer entry
Apr	2012	160000	460	front right wheel bearing needed to be replaced

 

Acura MDX in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2012	110000		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	110000	80	Front Engine Mount, vibration when idle
Apr	2012	112000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2012	170000		First odometer entry
Mar	2012	174000	0	Transmission jerks periodically from 2-1 installed a trans cooler a few months ago since the transmission was overheating on a long trip (passing 18 wheelers). Oil looked clean and smelled normal.

 

Acura MDX in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2012	196000		First odometer entry
Apr	2012	196000	900	Repalce the shifter cable assembly
Jun	2012	198000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Tennessee, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2012	165000		First odometer entry
Apr	2012	165000	1000	Replaced rack and pinion steering unit

 

Acura MDX in British Columbia, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	74400		First odometer entry
Mar	2010	75020	200	Long brake pedal travel. Ended up being a siezed caliper
Jul	2011	86800	200	Loss of AC cooling, found and repaired leak, recharged system
Jan	2012	89900	500	Bad front wheel bearings, needed to be replaced
Mar	2013	104160	0	Rotors warped

 

Acura MDX in Tennessee, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2009	122000		First odometer entry
Jan	2010	123000	450	Idle Air Valve went out.
Dec	2011	144000	98	Main HVAC fan motor speed control transistor failed. I replaced it with a OEM Honda replacement.
Jul	2012	150000	0	SRS system light came on dealer reset odp

 

Acura MDX in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2009	47000		First odometer entry
Jan	2010	51000	150	car shimmied when depressing brake pedal
Apr	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2008	130000		First odometer entry
Feb	2008	132000	1200	Steering Pump. Leaking A/C hose. Rear view mirror replaced, broken pivot, bad design, as all plastic.
Jan	2009	140000	0	Front wheel bearings.
Apr	2009	140000	0	Heater fan.
Jun	2010	155000	165	Leaking AC condensor. Third time the AC has gone out.
Apr	2011	163000	1000	Timing Belt/Idler Pulley/Water Pump replacement
Jun	2011	164000	600	Air Conditioner replaced various hoses and parts, fourth major A/C repair in last 5 years. Had several discussions on how they replaced one part at a time then charged us for full evac/recharge. So they rebated the last repair. $1200 otherwise.
Mar	2012	169000	286	Links for rear stabilizer bar. Left one broke.
Jun	2012	170000	3050	Rebuilt Trans, Replace engine & trans mounts, replace oil pressure sender
Jan	2013	175700	600	Replace Front Ball Joint and Control Arm
Mar	2013	177000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2008	81000		First odometer entry
Jun	2008	82000	422	Rear Brake caliper got stuck and wore out one pad and rotor. Had to replace both rear pads and rotors.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Alabama, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2007	114000		First odometer entry
Jun	2008	118000	240	SRS light on, found faulty driver seatbelt mechanism, repaired under lifetime warranty.
Mar	2009	122000	30	Temp indicator and cruise light change.
Sep	2010	125000	70	Backlight for thermostat indicator. Whole navigation front assembly had to be removed to get to it.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in British Columbia, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2007	87420		First odometer entry
May	2008	97960	400	Rear brakes squeaking- pads and rotors replaced.
Aug	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Connecticut, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2007	95000		First odometer entry
Jan	2008	99000	517	Replaced left front wheel bearing siezed. Oil change, wheel rotation. Rusted shield around catalytic converter causing squeaking.
Feb	2008	101000	408	Blown right side hub.
Sep	2009	123000	335	Replaced front engine motor mount.
Jan	2010	127000	380	Replaced LF Lower Control Arm Assembly
Jun	2010	134000	2250	Replaced Torque Converter and flushed transmission.
Oct	2010	140700	2450	Torque Converter was replaced for second time. 1st time was under warranty. Front brake rotors warped. Reground. Replace Power Steering Pump
Apr	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2007	89000		First odometer entry
Aug	2008	100000	100	CD changer
Oct	2008	102000	100	Transmission and torque converter replaced.
Feb	2009	109000	0	Bad a/c discharge hose, replaced under wtty. Refrigerant added back in.
Jul	2010	127000	42	Replaced failing torque converter. Bad torque converter was itself a replacement that was covered under a 36 month/36000 mile parts and labor warranty.
Apr	2013	155000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2007	68200		First odometer entry
May	2007	71300	200	Oxygen emissions sensor. Cuased engine light to come on and a very slightly rougher idle. Could have continued driving but decided to repair.
Nov	2012	124620		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Washington, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	89000		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	93000	200	Instrument panel lights - replaced 12 bulbs
Sep	2011	110000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	145000		First odometer entry
Mar	2009	146000	800	Timing gear.
Jun	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2007	55180		First odometer entry
Dec	2008	59520	100	Hesitation when slowly upshifting through 30km/hr, vibration. EGR valve replaced as warranty item by dealer.
Dec	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	105000		First odometer entry
Mar	2008	106000	0	Transmission failing. Took to the Acura Dealer-problem confirmed. Next step:Acura Client Services for goodwill consideration.
Mar	2012	170000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2007	42160		First odometer entry
Dec	2007	45880	0	Radio volume button not working properly. i.e. Up = down
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Kansas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2007	116000		First odometer entry
Aug	2007	117000	300	malfunctioning EGR valve caused uneven acceleration and rough shifting
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Utah, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	76000		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	86000	0	Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) light illuminated and would not go off. Dealer will be replacing the seat belt buckles to repair it.
Aug	2009	86000	0	Seat Belt Buckles replaced, both front.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	69000		First odometer entry
Oct	2008	74000	40	Felt like you were on rumble strips. Acura paid for a new touque converter.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2007	79000		First odometer entry
Aug	2007	80000	0	hesitation shifting between 1st, 2nd and 3rd gears.
Sep	2007	81000	40	Lamps in passenger headlight burns out prematurely. 3 times in one year. All systems check good. Put in another bulb...
Oct	2007	83000	80	The plastic vent assemblies on both ends of the dash fell apart within 2 months of eachother. Ordered new ones and they took the shop just a few minutes to install.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in North Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2008	119000		First odometer entry
Apr	2008	125000	150	Play in steering box, needs replacing.
May	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Michigan, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2007	76000		First odometer entry
Jul	2008	81000	130	Replaced rear stabilizer bars due to squeaking noise.
Sep	2008			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2007	155000		First odometer entry
Sep	2008	185000	162	Replaced blower fan for rear heat/ac.
Jan	2009	192000	399	Wiring short, melted wires. Wipers not working.
Feb	2009	193000	55	Replaced backlighting behind HVAC in-dash controls in center console.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.