2002 Acura MDX Problems and Repair Histories

Year	Make/Model	Trips/Year/100 Cars	Compared to all models for the same year
2002	Acura MDX		21 MDXs, 8.6 months of data per MDX, average 140900 miles Small sample size. Join or 21 MDXs, 8.6 months of data per MDX, average 140900 miles Small sample size. sign in to view	see reported repairs

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2011	118000		First odometer entry
Mar	2011	120000	430	Rough idle when cold, ok when warm. Valve adjustment solved problem.

 

Acura MDX in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2011	140000		First odometer entry
Sep	2011	141000	770	Timing Belt & Water Pump & Tensioner & Spark Plugs all replaced. All preventative replacements.
Oct	2011	141000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2012	135000		First odometer entry
May	2012	136500	4000	This is the second replacement transmission for this car. First replacement @ 24,000 miles. The second replacement @ 135,000 miles.
Mar	2013	145000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2012	131000		First odometer entry
Apr	2012	133300	812	replaced idle air control valve Driver side tie rod failed Replaced front passenger compliance bushing
May	2012	134700	2000	developed a leak in the rear console AC unit. Caused the system to lose charge but the system failed to shut down and subsequently seized the compressor which should not have happened if the fail safe device had worked properly.
Aug	2012	138000	450	alternator failed, warning light came on. I tried to repair myself but could not get to the idler to release the belt, so I decided to go to a shop instead.
Dec	2012	141000	0	Muffler bracket failed / corroded that held the main muffler unit via a rubber connector grommet. Fixed with a coat hanger until the exhaust needs to be replaced.
Mar	2013	147000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2008		3600	replace transmission. I had an after market warranty which covered repair costs
Feb	2011	208000	180	EGR valve needed to be cleaned
Jun	2011	223000	955	A/C line that runs under car from front to back A/C broke, replaced.  Also replaced front end bushings on sway bar as they were worn after 220k miles. I believe the bushings are normal wear/tear items.
Jun	2012	248000	550	the two latches that pull down the very middle row of seats had snapped internally on both sides. They had to get into seats and replace the metal linkage so the latches would work and allow the seats to be lowered flat again.
Oct	2012	260300	1998	needed replaced replaced steering box, was leaking after 255k miles on it! a seat belt tensionor went bad, was told they have lifetime warranty on this, and replaced for no charge. the abs light came on that alerted me to this.
Nov	2012	262700	1900	needed several worn parts replaced in front suspension, front gear box, front shocks,all normal repair items for a car with 265k miles on it:)
Dec	2012	265000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Wisconsin, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2010	229000		First odometer entry
Dec	2010	233000	1256	Front struts both leaking badly. Replaced and front end realigned
May	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in South Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2010	123000		First odometer entry
Dec	2010	123000	475	power steering pump replaced
Mar	2013	154000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Maryland, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2012	80000		First odometer entry
Apr	2012	80000	340	Replace driver's seat belt buckle and faulty switch
Nov	2012	80000	100	I have a very slow drain somewhere in the electrical system. Two shops have searched for the source, but neither have found it.
Dec	2012	80000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	35000		First odometer entry
Sep	2012	56000	250	Timing Belt replaced because car is ten years old.
Mar	2013	59000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2007		0	I bought this car used w/45k miles. After talking with Acura/Honda NA they took care of it for free, as Tranny problems with 01-03 are well known. They wanted $2500 for a two year warranty after the repair. Sold veh w/110k miles and a slight whine in it

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2010		330	EGR valve - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve
Oct	2010		950	Replaced front & side engine mounts
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2011	82000		First odometer entry
Mar	2013	101000	0	replace both control arms because pass control arm bushing was cracked. replace the front shocks because they were the orig.
Apr	2013	101000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Quebec, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2013	81840		First odometer entry
Mar	2013	84320	820	The front windshield washer pump and windshield washer level sensor had to be changed since we bought the truck. The rear brake light and reverse light were burned when we bought the truck.

 

Acura MDX in Alabama, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2012	116000		First odometer entry
Aug	2012	116000	0	The Transmission was not shifting correctly but they told me nothing was wrong, I already put one transmission in and did not plan to install another one so I traded the csr

 

Acura MDX in New Mexico, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2012	184000		First odometer entry
Oct	2012	199000	300	Nav system display needed repair.
Mar	2013	215000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	72000		First odometer entry
Dec	2010	79000	680	Heater fan control replaced
Apr	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2010	127000		First odometer entry
Nov	2010	127000	1000	Replaced oil pan & oil pan seal.  Replaced two engine mounts.
Dec	2010	127000	0	Oil leak again. Unsure of source, but amount is small enough to live with for now.
Jan	2011	129000	0	Back seat will not fold forward.
Jul	2011	134000	35	AC refrigerant leaked out. Shop quoted $650 for parts and labor to fix including removal of front bumper.
Aug	2011	134500	600	Refrigerant leaks fixed. New hoses Reseal leaking bolts on engine
Feb	2012	142000	400	Back seat window fell out of track into door. Replaced window motor mechanism Back seat folding latch inoperative
Dec	2012	153000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2009	96000		First odometer entry
Aug	2009	98000	750	Motor mounts timing belt replacement
Apr	2010	110000	1000	Rear main oil seal leak. Pouring oil out of engine. Intake clean out.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2009	128000		First odometer entry
Oct	2009	130000	458	Replaced front stabilizer links & bushings; also replaced inner tie rod ends and alignment.
Nov	2009	132000	4	Cleaned intake manifold ports.
Dec	2009	136000	123	Replaced EGR and PCV valves.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2007		0	Steering column needed replacing - covered by warranty
Jul	2009	62620	750	shocks and struts broken
Sep	2011	81220	1500	AC pipe leaked and needed to be replaced. Acura no longer provided this part and so part had to be built. Struts needed to be replaced, which were replaced less than a year earlier.
Sep	2012	87420		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2009	98000		First odometer entry
Jun	2009	107000	2500	Scheduled maintenance of the Timing Belt and Water Pump as well as 100K mile servicing of fluids, filters, etc.
Feb	2011	131000	1500	Car needed a major valve adjustment. We thought the initial cause was the EGR valve (TSB), but replacing it did not solve the problem.
Mar	2011	132000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2008	174000		First odometer entry
Aug	2008	176000	0	Mostly routine maintenance, but also some light bulbs in the IP.
Sep	2008	176000	0	CEL: transmission pressure switch went bad. Piece of the SRS system went bad. Engine randomly missing on different cylinders. Diagnosed as carbon build-up.

 

Acura MDX in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	118000		First odometer entry
Jan	2009	132000	0	Replaced Torque Converter.
Jun	2009	141000	0	Transmission issues reappearing, sold it.

 

Acura MDX in Colorado, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2008	151000		First odometer entry
Dec	2009	184000	2000	Transmission rebuild performed due to high mileage (184K).
Mar	2013	238000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	96000		First odometer entry
Mar	2010	109000	700	Brake light came on, test showed that ABS box was bad. Loud noise when going over bumps. Replaced sway bar links.
Jun	2011	122000	1500	Replace timing belt, spark plugs, etc. Replace synthetic oil.
Jul	2011	123000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2010	111000		First odometer entry
Feb	2010	111000	0	Car sold with check engine light on. Dealer said it would cost $2-5k to fix, wouln't know until performed the repair. Researched 2002 MDXs and found many that had a recall repair done in 2003? - I did- had a major engine issue soon after 100k miles.

 

Acura MDX in Michigan, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2008	100000		First odometer entry
Oct	2010	124000	25	Water build-up due to clogged line in A/C system. Caused rattling noise and rear fans failed to work.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2010	86000		First odometer entry
Sep	2010	87000	42	Second transmission slipping. Returned three times but dealer could not duplicate. Warning light came on so I took it back. Acura replaced the transmission (out of Warranty).
Aug	2012	99000	428	Rear shocks leaking. Replaced rear shocks.
Mar	2013	105000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2010	77000		First odometer entry
Aug	2010	78000	250	Car stalled at a stop sign. I took in for service, but they could not replicate. They kept trying for a week, and finally got it. The air intake throttle body flap wasn't opening properly and had to be replaced. I got oil change too.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Connecticut, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	121000		First odometer entry
Mar	2010	121500	3700	Rebuilt entire transmission. Ugh. Started having problems for a few months, got worse.
Jun	2011	136000	1300	Brakes, pads and rotors - all 4 wheels
Mar	2012	147000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2010	113000		First odometer entry
Jun	2010	120000	195	New brakes (rear)
Dec	2010	127000	159	New rear brake pads needed.
Mar	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Manitoba, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2008	60140		First odometer entry
Aug	2008	65100	1100	Lower suspension arm bushing drivers side - maybe due recent heavy trailer load trip DRL light on since purchase - determined bulb missing and electrical was shorting out. Error discovered and repaired.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.