Name: 2017 Acura MDX
Brand: Acura

Steering And Suspension

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

What Owners Say

Bushings

"Both front L and R lower control arm rubber bushings are torn and require complete replacement of both control arms (bushings can't be pressed out). This is clearly a manufacturing defect and Honda refuses to cover the $2,000 repair cost because the vehicle is out of warranty."

Anonymous A., AZ (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

"a couple of the bushings are ripper or torn."

Anonymous, TX (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

Shocks or struts

"Had to replace front suspension, both sides, the entire strut and coil spring assembly, plus the front stabilizer bar link - all at a cost of $1,800. Car had only 73,000 miles."

Anonymous, FL (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

"one strut is leaking"

Anonymous, TX (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

"Replacement of front struts"

Anonymous A., NJ (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

"Front strut broke and had to replace"

Anonymous, CA (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

Springs or torsion bars

"Same as just described."

Anonymous, FL (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

Wheel bearings

"Both rear wheel bearings making noise/ repaired under warranty mid April"

Anonymous, MO (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

What Owners Say

CV joint

"Boot was eaten by squirrel."

Anonymous, NC (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

Driveshaft or axle

"Passenger axle seal & intermediate axle were replaced during scheduled maintenance - Shaft bearing seal starting to seep grease out from the bearing. Leak, discovered by Acura dealership mechanic described as a 4/10."

Anonymous A., CO (2017 Acura MDX Hybrid 3.0-L V6 hybrid)

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

What Owners Say

Body control module

"The main computer which controls most of the cars functions died. The alarm would activate, all lights would flash, the seat and steering wheel would move on their own. I had to disconnect the battery to make it stop. I had it towed to an Acura dealership. Our MDX sat at the dealership for 3 months as the computer module was on backorder."

Anonymous A., IL (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

Keyless entry

"Car unlocks but does not register the key to turn back on. Usually happens when refueling and you do not walk far away from the vehicle but it still locks. This has happened multiple times."

Anonymous A., CO (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

"wouldnt work. turned out that the battery to the car was not working right"

Anonymous, NC (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

What Owners Say

Other/unsure

"The vehicle theft alarm systems main module failed. $1,200.00 repair!"

Anonymous A., FL (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

"Battery died without warning leaving me stranded 30 miles from home."

Anonymous, MI (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

"timing belt"

Anonymous, NH (2017 Acura MDX Hybrid 3.0-L V6 hybrid)

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

What Owners Say

Other minor transmission & clutch problem

"Our 2004 MDX had a transmission fail. We have been concerned about some rough shifting on our 2017 MDXand have had the dealer upgrade te transmission software several times. We're still uncertain"

Anonymous, NC (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

"We were driving from Illinois to Ohio when, while trying to overtake a slower moving car, I depressed the accelerator and the car revved high and didn't accelerate. It then went into limp mode (it went into 4th gear or a low gear close to that). All while driving 70 miles per hour. I was able to get over in the far right lane and drive at 55 (at 5K rpm) until I could get to an exit and stop at a gas station. After turning the car off and restarting, it reset itself with check engine light on, but was back to normal. After 500 miles, the check engine light went off. While I'm happy it didn't strand us, I'm still disappointed by this dangerous situation on the freeway. Later research revealed there is a service bulletin out for this issue. Thus I have further disappointment knowing that Acura knew of this issue, yet my transmission control module was not updated when the car was at the dealership for 3 months waiting to have the engine control module failure fixed?"

Anonymous A., IL (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Display screen goes blank

"Approx every 12 minutes the display screen goes blank, then the system restarts. Navigation has to then be manually restarted."

Anonymous A., CA (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

What Owners Say

Premature brake wear

"Premature wear"

Anonymous, MI (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

Squeaking

"Premature wear . Steering out of alignment"

Anonymous, MI (2017 Acura MDX Base 3.5-L V6)

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

Acura MDX

Reliability

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

Steering And Suspension

What Owners Say

Drive System

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Electrical Accessories

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Exhaust

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Transmission Minor

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In-car Electronics

What Owners Say

Brakes

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Engine Major

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Body Hardware

Engine Electrical

Transmission Major

Climate System

Paint And Trim

Engine Minor

Noises And Leaks

Engine Cooling

Fuel System/Emissions

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