2001 Acura MDX: loss of power steering

5 of the 224 complaints about the 2001 Acura MDX describe loss of power steering.

owner complaints: 5
of this car's complaints: 2%
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 2 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Loss of power steering by model year

2024
1
2023
1
2022
5
2020
1
2016
1
2015
2
2014
8
2010
1
2008
1
2007
4
2006
1
2002
1
2001
5

What owners say

Filed May 31, 2010 · Steering · IL

I have a 2001 acura mdx. When driven through large puddles, the car loses power. There's no power steering or power breaks. This car is an SUV, it shouldbe able to handle standing water (up to the curb). It occurred twice within a matter of minutes, going through two puddles.

Filed Dec 11, 2006 · Engine, Transmission · 9,000 miles · FL

Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 20 MPH, the engine stalled when turning a corner and the automatic transmission froze up in drive. The key in the ignition could not be turned and the steering was difficult to turn without the engine running. The problem was intermittent and occurred when the weather was cold. The service dealer had not inspected the vehicle but the manufacturer was notified. The consumer stated the vehicle would randomly stall when his foot was removed from the accelerator. Updated 01/1/07.

Filed Jun 15, 2006 · Engine · 90,000 miles · CA

My mdx stalled while I was driving in traffic. I had turned a corner at an intersection and the car just quit. Instrument panel lit up and I lost power steering etc.

Filed Aug 11, 2005 · Suspension · 60,000 miles · 00

Dt: while driving or going over bumps there were noises. Also, while backing out of driveway the steering was very stiff to turn, and when driving forward there was a smell of burning rubber. Stopped vehicle, and had it towed to service repair shop. The front right coil spring broke and was digging into the tire, causing the rubber smell. The service manager said the tire had not been damaged enough that it would need to be replaced, but the front right coil spring would have to be replaced. Both front coil springs were replaced. Since the repair there were no problems. Did contact the dealer, who said they were not aware of anything.

Filed Apr 10, 2004 · Transmission · HI

Our 2001 acura mdx (with approx. 25000 miles) stops running abruptly when driving for no apparrent reason, resulting in engine shut down, loss of power steering, loss of brakes and all systems. This vehicle has been to the dealer for repair 2 times, and is being towed again today, april 10, 2004 for the 3rd time in one month. Dealer repair service unable to determine cause on 1rst occasion march 12, 2004. Second occasion march26, 2004 resulted in a replacement of the *idle air contol valve and it's adjustment (*part # 16022-pba-ao3) this obviously did not fix the problem. We now fear for our lives to drive this vehicle. No matter what the third repair attempt outcome, we will get rid of this vehicle.