2001 Acura MDX: hesitation when accelerating

Filed Dec 2, 2019 · Transmission · 192,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 acura mdx. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle began to hesitate. Also, while driving over 60 MPH, the vehicle seized. The contact was able to park on the side of the road and restart the ignition, but the failure continued. Also, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v176000 (power train). The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer and the manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 192,000. *ln consumer stated the following transmission codes are generated from the diagnosis tool p0700 - a/t system malfunction p1740 - 4th pressure switch failure p1750 - clutch pressure failure

Filed Jul 10, 2019 · Suspension, Transmission · 186,000 miles · CA

I purchased my 2001 acura mdx in march 2019. Since purchase the car consistently makes a loud clunk when shifting the gear shifter into reverse. It also clunks consistently going from park to drive. There is hesitation in the cars shifting. At times I either have to speed up or let speed off for a transmission shift to occur. The car shudders horribly when braking at low or medium speeds. It feels unsafe and scary and only a matter of time before a complete wipe out occurs. Seeing this as a ongoing problem with this vehicle and yet california is not in the vehicle recalls seems ridiculous. These happen on city streets and highways daily while driving said vehicle.

Filed Mar 3, 2016 · Transmission · 249,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 acura mdx. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vtm warning indicator illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle hesitated when shifting. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 249,000.

Filed Nov 28, 2010 · Transmission · 118,712 miles · TX

I have a 2001 acura mdx and in recent days have experienced a fluttering noise coming from the engine compartment at speeds around 30 MPH with hesitation in acceleration. The problem has been diagnosed as a bad torque converter. I have done much research and have learned that this problem is alarmingly common and potentially life-threatening. No recalls have been implemented though the risks are severe and the high percentage of incidents certainly qualifies for a recall. Not much investigation is needed to determine that action should and must be taken for the safety of the consumer and for the responsibility of the manufacturer.

Filed Nov 19, 2009 · Transmission · 23,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 acura mdx. The vehicle hesitates when attempting to accelerate. Also at speeds above 40 MPH the vehicle will shimmy. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the technician stated that the torque converter needed to be replaced at an expense of $2300.00. No repairs were made. However, five years prior the torque converter was replaced. The failure mileage was 23,000. The current mileage was 127,000.

Filed Jul 20, 2009 · Transmission · 106,000 miles · RI

I purchased the 2001 acura mdx on 3/29/05 for $24,000.00 w/aprox.57,000 miles.the 1st incident was in 11/23/07 with 90,000 miles I felt vibration and metal grinding sound and the vehicle hesitated for a second the dealer stated the torque converter needed to be replaced,it was changed and it was still under warrenty.the 2nd incident was the same as the first except I was entering the highway, it was on 5/12/08 and the vehicle had 93,000 miles and the dealer stated once again the torque converter needed to be replaced,it was replaced and still under warrenty.the 3rd incident is the same as the other two with much louder squealing.now 6/25/09 with 106,000 miles the dealer states again the torque converter needed to be replaced only this time I am not under warrenty.the dealer sales person and technician recommended that the transmission be replaced since this was the third time.I feel that this should have been fixed correctly the first time instead of putting band aids on it.spoke directly with acura and they swear that one part has nothing to do with the other.I beg to differ and told them that I knew alot about cars and the automatic transmission will fail if the torque converter fails.they want to put another torque converter at my expense,this is not right and is a huge hazard to me and my family that includes 2 small children. I did a quick search online and found many people with the same issues on there 2001 acura mdx. Please help me, no one else seems to think this is defective product and a huge safety risk.

Filed Apr 19, 2009 · Transmission · 84,849 miles · OR

My 2001 mdx transmission began hesitating when shifting (84.849 miles). I immediately parked the vehicle and then had it diagnosed by a local mechanic who followed the owners manual instructions and flushed the transmission. Modis scan for codes, none in memory. Transmission fluid was extremely black and full of small metal debris and fiber material. Flushed several times with same results. Called acura dealer to check warranties, etc. They advised that the ecu causes transmission failure and that it along with the transmission would need to be replaced, warranty expired. Ecu are known to short out and will cause new transmission to burn up if not replaced. Acura should have recalled the ecu long ago when they knew about the problem. The failure of this component could cause transmission failure resulting in a crash.

Filed Nov 5, 2004 · Transmission · 30,325 miles · PA

The vehicle would shake and rattle between 1500-2000 RPM's. *nm the dealer was unable and unwilling to correct the problem. The hesitation in the gears prevents the vehicle from performing maneuvers which could prevent or even cause accidents.

Filed Oct 1, 2004 · Transmission · 5,000 miles · PA

We have had our 2001 acura mdx in (apple acura in york, pa) for the recall involving the automatic transmission. We knew something was wrong before the recall notice because the mdx would hesitate and almost stall at low speed at gear changes. Our mdx is still under factory warranty (4 year- 50,000 miles). *ak the recall (apple acura in york, pa) service included a test drive, inspection, and installation of a oil recirculation pump. This recall work was completed but the transmission hesitation has persisted. I have had this vehicle in three times to find the problem (apple acura in york, pa). The first they changed the transmission oil (my request) and did not find anything wrong. The second time was the recall service. The third they cleaned the egr valve and ports. The problem still persists. I feel this is a safety issue that needs to be addressed. The problem only occurs at low speeds under light throttle response. This hesitation does not happen at half or full throttle. I was told by the service manager that this flaw may be part of the vehicle design that was fixed on the 2004 model year. I asked if our mdx transmission can be fixed like the 2004 design? He was not confident that he would have authorization to do this work. I just do not feel that the problem will be addressed. Should I go to another dealership? Do they have to demonstrate that they fixed the problem under the recall? How do I formally put in a complaint? Sincerely: joe stefko 170 frank drive york, pa 717‑757‑0588 (h) 717‑227‑3280 (w) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Filed Jul 13, 2004 · Engine, Transmission · 37,500 miles · GA

Purchased certified preowned mdx from dealer (formally driven by finance manager for a year. Car cut off while driving less than 30 days. Dealer could not replicate the problem. Car cut off again, took to a different dealer and they could not replicate the problem. Car began to hesitate and stutter daily at initial cranking. Dealer could not replicate the problem after 2-3 drop offs. Finally the car showed a egr valve (sensor) needed replacing. Car cut off again two additional times while driving. Dealer could not replicate. Car began to studder and hesitate gear changes. Dealer finally replicated and determined 1st 2nd and 3rd gear were bad. Dealer replacing transmission with rebuilt transmission. I have been without my car for many days to weeks at a time. I have not had my mdx since june 21, 2004. I have had a newborn baby and this car has cut off while driving leaveing my family extremel unsafe. The transmission is being replaced under the extended warranty I had to purchase. Acura has refused to buy the car back or give me fair market value on trade. They have also told me the problem needs to addressed with the dealership. Please help.