2004 Acura MDX engine problems

Filed Apr 3, 2022 · Engine, Seat belts · AL

Was driving to the store and the vehicle lost all power it will crank and idle but. When u push the gas pedal it will not accelerate all the dash lights are flashing or staying on as of right now the vehicle is on the side of the road I had to walk 15 miles cause I left my phone at home so I couldn't call no one and. My 11 year old daughter was with me so she had to walk as well

Filed Dec 29, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 167,000 miles · OH

Hose connection failure between radiator and transmission cooler causing radiator fluid to mix with tranny fluid with no dash indicator of problem.. In motion lost power and would not move from 1st gear. Broke down completely in need of transmission work and new coolant system due to hose connect failure.

Filed Dec 14, 2018 · Body, Electrical · 150,000 miles · CA · fire

Electrical short

Filed Jun 23, 2018 · Engine · 147,500 miles · AL

Vehicle slips out of gear intermittently after deceleration, usually while driving in town (under 45 MPH). Torque converter shudder or vibration between 35-40 MPH.

Filed Aug 9, 2017 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 41,179 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura mdx. While driving approximately 35 MPH and making a right turn, there was a clunking noise coming from the engine. The vsa warning indicator illuminated, the brakes applied independently, and the vehicle stopped. The contact had to depress the accelerator pedal to continue driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the stability assist system failed and needed to be replaced. The independent mechanic replaced the brake pads, discs, calipers, and fluid; however, the failure recurred. The independent mechanic informed the contact of the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v092000 (service brakes, hydraulic, traction control system) and to contact the dealer. The dealer was not contacted. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 41,179.

Filed Jul 28, 2016 · Engine · 150,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura mdx. While driving approximately 3 MPH attempting to park, the contact heard a noise emerging from the engine compartment. The contact also stated that pieces of the serpentine belt were shredded and hanging from the engine. The vehicle was parked at the contact's house. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed May 19, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · 188,000 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura mdx. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The battery was jumped and the vehicle was able to start. The failure recurred multiple times. The dealer stated that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also stated that there was oil leaking from the engine and the smell of fumes emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 188,000.

Filed Apr 1, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 120,000 miles · AL

There is a grind/ roaring sound when I am going about 40 MPH. It definitely sounds like the transmission. I researched it on line and have determined that thousand of people like my self are experiencing the same issues, but honda has not recalled these cars. My question is does someone's transmission have to cause an accident and possibly a fatality before this issue is handled. Most people have had to have the torque converter replaced at their own expense, some after threatening lawsuits have received some assistance. What can we do?

Filed Nov 25, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 102,912 miles · VA

Over a period of time, beginning about the date and vehicle mileage stated above, I experienced a shudder and corresponding noise as the transmission tried to shift gears. Similar to the sensation of driving across closely-spaced rumble strips, the shudder and noise seemed to vary in length of time depending on speed. This occurred many times before I became concerned and started researching during which I found dozens of similar accounts in various on-line forums. Eventually I took my mdx to the dealership for a diagnosis. Disappointingly similar to many accounts I read on the internet, and despite my description of the problem, the acura dealership was unable to reproduce the problem, further noting all 19 items on their multi-point inspection report as "checked and ok", including the transmission. Soon thereafter, the drive train completely froze up as I discovered after starting the car in my driveway (thankfully, not while driving the car). Despite using the transmission shift lock release button (coincidentally -?- the subject of a recall for which I have received a notice from acura), the car remains immobile because I am unable to get the car out of park and put it into gear to return to the dealership for further diagnosis. My local acura dealership has been unresponsive to my numerous complaints and calls attempting to remedy the problem. The consumer stated the water pump, timing belt, air conditioner, motor mount, front axle seal, rear HVAC blower transistor all failed. Upadted 03/11/15

Filed Jul 10, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 58,000 miles · PA

Reproducibly at automatic transmission shifting speeds between 20-25mph, 30-35mph and 40-45mph there is an audible and palpable shudder as the transmission hesitates prior to shifting. Have brought vehicle to acura dealer 3 times over the past 5 years, every time stating the same complaint, and every time referencing a convincing multitude of acura mdx owners noting a similar problem. Every time acura service states they could not reproduce the problem and nothing is wrong with the vehicle. The last time I even drove the car with their chief mechanic, who verified the problem and stated it must be the torque converter, but acura only performed an automatic transmission flush and reset the transmission computer settings that they charged me for, and neither solved the problem. This is a serious dangerous problem and eventually someone is going to get seriously hurt. Links with multiple owners experiencing the same problem and frustration: http://www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2005/acura/mdx/automatic+transmission http://repairpal.com/debris-in-transmission-due-to-failed-torque-converter-clutch-006 http://forums.edmunds.com/discussion/12576/acura/mdx/acura-mdx-torque-converter-scam/p3 I also have in my possession an internal acura memo detailing this problem. Many thanks in advance for what I am certain will be a thorough investigation!