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2008 Acura MDX Problems and Repair Histories

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2008 Acura MDX 53 MDXs, 9.6 months of data per MDX, average 61200 miles

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2008 Acura MDX

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Acura MDX in New Hampshire, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 40000   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 40000 0 Mirror would not return to preset position after being put in reverse 

 

Acura MDX in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 8000   First odometer entry
Jun 2008 9000 0 Check airbag light coming on intermittently. 
Jul 2008 9000 0 Check airbag light returned. Electrical harness for drivers seat had to be changed. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2012 71920   First odometer entry
Oct 2012 75640 0 Ecu program due to torque converter judder. (Still present) Power steering pump replaced under warranty due to hard dry steering. 
Jan 2013 78740 0 Took back to the dealer because transmission still judders at low speeds. Nothing was repaired or diagnosed. Took back again and took ride with technician and he said it was normal. Bs Rear shocks felt real soft and bouncy. Dealer found leak in both! $1800 for both shocks plus labour! Refused to repair of course ! 

 

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2008 Acura MDX 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Acura MDX in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 40000   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 41000 0 Sunroof not closing, was told that the tracks were dirty and needed to be cleaned. The tracks have been cleaned on several trips to the dealer, problem was still present after cleaning. Sunroof replaced problem corrected. 
Apr 2012 50000 0 Sunroof leaking, has been repaired three times before and the problem keeps reappearing. 

 

Acura MDX in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2008 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 20460 0 rattle in front driver side vent 
Nov 2010 33240 0 rattle in front driver side vent again 
Mar 2011 41540 0 sunroof rattle 
Apr 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2011 45000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 47000 400 bad gas, needed to drop tank, clean, replace fuel filter, took back to shop after plugs fouled, replaced 6 plugs and one ignition coil after plug carbon caused more problems 
Feb 2012 52000 200 Failed mirror actuators, both sides. 
Aug 2012 59500 150 Axle seal leaking, replaced part 
Dec 2012 67000 0 Power steering pump failing. Losing fluid and loud noise. Replaced under recall. 
Mar 2013 68000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2008 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 67000 0 "Leather" pulled up from driver side center console cover (Driver right armrest). Was able to remedy by stretching and gluing leather to backing  
Oct 2012 88300 100 Battery Died 
Apr 2013 98000 50 AC Compressor Relay failed 

 

Acura MDX in Delaware, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 90000   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 0 Torque converter? traded car 

 

Acura MDX in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 61000   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 95000 400 Oxygen Sensor 
Mar 2012 105000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Louisiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2011 39000 0 CD player jammed, would not eject cd. Dealer replaced entire audio unit at no charge to me. 
Jul 2011 44300 0 A/C making clicking noise, still worked fine, just made noise, they replaced a part, fixed 
Jan 2012 51000 0 Cracked axle seal noted when car taken in for an oil change, they did not have part in stock that day, ordered part, set me up with loaner car, and repaired car at no charge. 
Aug 2012 55000 0 Problems with power steering pump, replaced by Acura under warrenty due to warrenty extension on power steering pump 
Mar 2013 70000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 2000   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 25000 0 mirror is suppose to tilt down in reverse. It did not get repaired. Need to take it back. 
Apr 2011 28000 0 Gas cap light comes on. Gas cap is on. 

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 37000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 38000 200 Power mirror on left side didn't work. Fixed. Also did a differential fluid change that cost money tho. 
Jun 2011 43000 0 Door Sill was warping and was replaced under warranty 
Jul 2012 57700 300 routine brake and rotor change out. 
Feb 2013 68000 210 Issue with A/C relay. Diagnosis and repair 
Mar 2013 69000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 23000 0 Passenger side mirror actuators were not working all the time when mirror resets after backing up. Actuators were replaced as the fix. 
Oct 2012 36000 0 This was a recall that reprogrammed drivetrain. Although I never felt it, wife felt an occasional shutter. This was to take care of it. 
Mar 2013 38000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 29760   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 33480 0 Gas lid didn't open. Had to replace the plunger (the little plastic part that is on a spring to open the lid) under warranty 
Jun 2011 40920 0 Air conditioner didn't blow cold air, dealer replaced a part (not sure what part, my wife had it fixed) Works now! 
Feb 2012 53060 150 3rd row seat got stuck in down position. Even though we have Acura Plus, its not covered under extended warranty. Had to replace lever. Moonroof doesn't close when it is tilted up. Takes a few tries. Goes down, then goes back up, try again, no luck. Dealer reset the switch, but not sure if its fixed yet (still raining alot, dont want to try) Replaced drive belt, noisy Wireless headphones dont always connect with DVD system. Dealer found loose connector at back of radio unit 
Mar 2013 77500   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 1000   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 63000 250 HID headlight lamp replacement 
Jul 2012 99000 600 Scheduled replacement of timing belt & water pump. Replace an idler pulley 
Mar 2013 110000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Saskatchewan, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 620   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 33320 0 Passenger mirror was clicking when adjusted or tilting down in reverse. Would not fully move.  Rear passenger door hinges were not keeping doors open well so door would close on minimal incline. Did not behave like this when new.  2nd row centre cup holders would not eject. When we tried to unzip leather to see why, the zipper jammed up and would not open. Both front seats and 2nd row passenger seat leather was cracking on seat bottom. 
Dec 2010 34100 0 Cracked leather, three seats had seat bottom leather replaced. 2nd row console replaced.  Rear door hinges replaced.  
Jan 2012 49980 0 Front doors were closing when open on very slight incline. Left and right front door checkers were replaced. Trim piece on passenger side dash not fitting properly and popping off. Apparently was installed improperly from the factory. 
Dec 2012 60760   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2008 0   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 24700 0 The right mirror actuator was replaced. 
Dec 2011 26000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 26000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 38000 0 Replacement of both front wheel bearings & resurfacing of front rotors, all done during three visits from 4/10 - 7/10 trying to get rid of front end noise. 
Mar 2013 78000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 46500   First odometer entry
Mar 2012 58280 0 Went in for B1 service and leak was discovered at rear main seal. Had to go in to shop total of 3x-shampoo, confirm leak, 2 day repair. Electrical whine at cold start - dx faulty starter and replaced. Never had any problems starting car though. 
Nov 2012 68820 0 Pads and rotors replaced 

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2012 58000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 60300 0 Driver side a/c vent had its control handle broken. 
Mar 2013 75000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2012 54560   First odometer entry
Dec 2012 57660 0 corrected engine roughness at low speeds adds hydraulic assist to make steering easier 

 

Acura MDX in New Mexico, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2011 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 900 rear storage compartment lid would not open 
Dec 2012 76000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2012 54000   First odometer entry
Dec 2012 56000 0 This problem was related to a software issue that controls the transmission and was fixed for free due to manufacturer service bulletin 
Mar 2013 62000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Estonia
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2012 65720   First odometer entry
Nov 2012 65720 150 ABS sensor had a maulfunction result is changing the ABS sensor bearing 
Dec 2012 65720   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2010 0 Passenger rear view mirror did not return to position after backing up the car 

 

Acura MDX in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 0 Air condition was whisteling at highway speeds. A part was ordered to correct issue. Gas lid (not cap) was stuck in the closed position and would not open. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2011 34000   First odometer entry
Oct 2012 83000 350 Auto setup failed to work. Problem was motors/sensors in side mirrors. Replaced. 
Nov 2012 84000 425 Bad low-beam bulb. John Eagle Acura charged my wife $425 for one bulb and installation. Retail bulb cost is $80. I'll not go back to John Eagle Acura for repairs. 
Feb 2013 90300 250 Cracked daytime running light fixture replaced, requiring removal of the front grill assembly. 
Mar 2013 93000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2010 45000   First odometer entry
Oct 2012 75000 0 Problems with the HandsFreeLink activating/starting up and connecting with a phone. Checked all fuses, and re-set radio, but still no dice. I guess I'll have to take it in for an official dealer check. 
Nov 2012 76500 0 Replaced Hands Free Link module - $200. The previous HFL had an internal fault that caused it to stay on and slowly drain the battery. Repair detailed under Acura Service Bulletin B08-057. 
Feb 2013 80700 180 Had Dealer change out engine oil level sensor as per Acura Service Bulletin B09-012 (MID or Navi Shows a Check Engine Oil Level Message, Low Oil Pressure). Outside of warranty. Warranty repair to re-program transmission computer to correct low-speed "judder" during acceleration. Recall/Warranty Repair 
Mar 2013 82000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2012 102000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 104300 1250 Needed new rotors and brake pads 
Dec 2012 119000 1140 Power steering was very difficult to turn at slow speed. Needed new power steering pump. 
Feb 2013 134000 0 Battery replace 
Mar 2013 138000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2009 26660   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 37580 80 Check ABS light kicked in at 37K miles. Sometimes light would appear. Other times it might not. 
Feb 2011 44640 0 Chirp noise coming from pulley and belt (front of passenger side) whenever temperature was cold. Noise definitely more noticeable as you accelerate. Took it to dealership for pulley/belt replacement. They have a TSB on this (known issue) 
Mar 2013 63240   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 47000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 56000 0 Vehicle was shuddering around 1500rpm. Detected a faulty Torque converter. Acura replaced with new TC. 
Nov 2011 59000 0 Tailgate damper failure. Automatic opening would not work because damper could not hold it open at top point. Manually opened tailgate simply drops uncontrolled. Safety issue. Closing force could cause major injury to adults & children. 
Dec 2012 80000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 32000   First odometer entry
Jun 2012 66000 1700 ADS system malfunction. Replaced one suspension strut and calibrated electronic suspension systems. 
Mar 2013 68000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 5000   First odometer entry
Oct 2012 55000 0 ECM reprogram to fix torque conv problems. Recall item 

 

Acura MDX in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2012 54000   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 55000 125 Driver rubber door trim was coming apart 

 

Acura MDX in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2011 41000   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 46000 0 Slipping torque converter. 
Jun 2012 49000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 41000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 41000 300 CD Player jammed. Replacement CD player needed New brake pads needed 
Apr 2011 50000 0 Memory seat stopped working 
Dec 2012 69000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 4000   First odometer entry
Oct 2008 5000 0 The handsfree unit would loose connectivity with the phone device intermittantly. Replaced the enitre unit at no cost to me. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Oklahoma, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 8000   First odometer entry
Oct 2008 10000 0 Driver headrest had wrinkled leather.  
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2008 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2008 0 Went through four delivery dates because dealer failed to properly install accessories, didn't initially replace wrinkled seat upholstery, and then damaged console while replacing seat upholstery. Ended up threatening to go to OMVIC, got money back. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2008 1240 0 A soft "drummy noise" after starting and driving off slowly. Was told it could be the ABS module checking the system. 
Mar 2013 16120   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 3000   First odometer entry
Nov 2008 4000 0 Trim fell off, steering misaligned, interior cover missing. 
Apr 2009 6000 0 Repairs for the tailgate trim and passenger door trim. Replace driver side underseat rail cover. 
Jul 2010 23300 0 Driver side window guide replaced 
Mar 2011 42000 0 gate trim fell off--5th replacement 
Apr 2012 62700 0 Replace driver side window regulator (second time). 
Apr 2013 70000 0 Steering gradually got heavier over time--noticed difference when drove a new one. Recall repair fixed steering. 

 

Acura MDX in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 14000 0 CD player broken. Parts ordered. 
Oct 2010 37000 0 Faulty oil pressure sensor replaced under an established TSB by dealer. Problem successfully addressed under warranty. 
Feb 2013 65000 160 Daytime running lite burned out. Repair required removal of the front bumper. 

 

Acura MDX in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 5000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 6000 0 Car was making a clicking noise during turns at slow speeds. Dealer replaced mounts on right wheel and fixed the problem. 
Jan 2009 6000 0 Check transmission appeared on the computer. A switch was stuck in the open position causing the vehicle not to shift into 5th gear. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2008 24700 0 Left front strut was replaced. The Right side mirror was replaced due to "clicking" when it moved 
Sep 2008 27000 0 Front left strut replaced.  Right side mirror replaced. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 1000   First odometer entry
Sep 2008 1000 0 Transmission was replaced at 620miles. Transmission would shift hard into 2nd and 3rd and occasionally slip.  
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 1000   First odometer entry
May 2008 1000 0 Driver side (Front and Back) AC has no cool air. Found leak pipe, replaced and recharged AC system 
Jun 2008 1800 0 Car won't Start, main fuse blown 
Jun 2009 8800 0 Previously faulty glove box panel fixed. No new issues 
Aug 2009 10000 40 Burned gauge fuse, may have been caused by my attached accessories 
Mar 2012 28000 0 Electrical socket cover broken. Replaced the whole socket under warranty 
Mar 2013 32000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Saskatchewan, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2007 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2008 3100 0 When trying to open the gate, there was resistance when it was about 1/2 open - upon inspection observed that the spoiler was misformed. Took it to the dealer - no one in service left. Made appointment, dropped it off, upon picking it up they told me ... 
Apr 2008 3720 0 I returned a 2nd time and the spoiler was replaced. I am very satisfied and everything is good now. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2008 0 VSA light came on after 2 hrs of driving.  The sensor was out 9 degrees.  Dealer made the adjustment and all is well! 
Dec 2012 43400   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2008 11000 0 Misaligned roof rail! 
Oct 2009 44000 0 Replaced drive side middle arm rest, due to fabric detaching. 
Aug 2010 69000 0 Fixed squeak when front window rolled down. 
Dec 2010 77000 0 Battery was defective and was replaced. Also auto seat positioning system was not working properly and had to be rebooted to correct issue. 
Mar 2011 82000 600 The seat positioning buttons where not working properly! 
Feb 2012 112000 500 Replaced pads and had Rotors turned 
Jul 2012 125000 264 Had to change the #1 Oxygen Sensor. 
Dec 2012 139000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Nuevo Leon, Mexico
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2008 11780 0 Door hinge made noise when open/close. Dealer cleaned it and lubricate it. 
May 2010 32860 0 Memory seat and mirrors position started to fail. There is a TSB for this. The dealer has to change both mirror actuators. Did not have the parts so he order them and going to take it back next week to install parts. Dealer replaced parts ordered at a previous visit. 
Oct 2011 43400   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Wisconsin, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2011 39000 128 Sunroof was periodically refusing to close when in the tilt/vent position. Several attempts would need to be made to close the sunroof. Dealer adjusted the sunroof. 
Mar 2013 71000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2007 2000 0 Rear end squeaked and popped when going over bumps slowly. Technician said it was a known problem with 08 MDX's related to tight bushings. Lubed rear end suspension and problem stopped. 
Jun 2008 8000 0 Drivers seat was wearing prematurely. Leather seat bottom was replaced 
Feb 2009 13000 0 Driver side mirror actuator failed and needed to be replaced. 
Nov 2009 20000 0 Driver seat leather was worn prematurely on the seat bottom and lumbar area of the seat back. This had happened a year prior also. As before, seat covers were replaced with new ones. 
Oct 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Tennessee, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 3000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 32000 0 Voice on telephone not working. Dealer replaced. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 5000   First odometer entry
Oct 2009 12000 0 I did have a code that popped up, but after reading and clearing with my code reader, with the car off, I have not seen this issue again. P0455: Evaporative Emission System Leak. Gas cap seemed tight. The code wouldn't clear until I turned the engine off. 
Apr 2011 22000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 1000   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 7000 0 Rattle in rear dvd screen. Reappeared a month later. 
Oct 2012 65300 0 oil sensor replaced, was giving false low oil warning 
Dec 2012 68000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Alaska, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 7000   First odometer entry
Feb 2010 11000 0 drivers side mirror quit going up and down when shifting into reverse 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Hawaii, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 29000   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 30300 0 Front accessory plug would not charge Blackberry. Fuse blown. 
Aug 2010 33000 0 Left windshield sprayer defective. Part had to be ordered. Chattering noise coming from A/C. Told it was leaves in the filter. They will check it when that maintenance next done. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 33000   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 35000 0 leather cracking and pulling up from both seats and armrest CD changer stopped working. Replaced unit. Was advised that pre-recorded blank CDs should not be used in the unit. 
Oct 2010 44000 0 Leather covering armrest pulling up 
Nov 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 13000   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 45300 0 Drivers side Power Mirror Motor replaced. 
Feb 2011 55000 0 DVD Stuck inside 6 disk DVD Player. DVD Player Lubricated, seems to have been fixed, and the disk was removed successfully. Dealer offered to replace entire unit if event happens agains. 
Mar 2011 58000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2008 6000 0 Driver's side panel under steering wheel was loose. Replaced. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 9000   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 10000 0 cover on top of car loose. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 3000   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 11000 0 Lower front control arm. Acura TSB for clicking noise. 
Dec 2012 42000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2009 20000 0 Pilot lamp for sport/comfort button replaced. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2008 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 4000 0 Rear spoiler was creaking and alignment was off. 
Mar 2010 10000 0 Trim piece on windshield/roof rail was coming off  
Jun 2010 13000 0 Power lock was making noise. Dealer replaced  
Aug 2010 13000 0 Bluetooth in car unsynched with cellphone. Dealer re-set and re-synched 
Dec 2010 17000 0 Rear HVAC controls reset by themselves. Dealer could not duplicate. 
Jul 2012 30700 0 Alignment was out of spec - Rear drivers side control arm was replaced. 
Mar 2013 34000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 12000   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 14000 0 XM traffic not working in NAV system. Dealer updated NAV/audio firmware. 
May 2009 15000 0 water dripping from the sunroof when driving after a heavy rain. dealer removed sunroof and installed a drip molding channel per Acura TSB. Problem appears to be gone 
Nov 2009 18000 0 left front wheel bearing was becoming noisy. Dealer replaced under warranty. Vehicle is again quiet. 
Jul 2011 31000 0 Seats would not fully adjust when switching keys. Pressing seat memory # would stop part way through adjusting or fail completely. Dealer replaced mirror actuators. 
Jul 2012 38000 0 Front AC was not cooling well, rear AC was ok. Dealer replaced a bad AC expansion valve. Sunroof rattling on bumpy road at 30-40mph. Dealer replaced weatherstripping. 
Sep 2012 40000 0 Torque Converter recall - shop flashed PCM. Improved 1st gear rolling stops. rattling at 25-35mph above passenger seat. dealer reinsulated headliner 
Dec 2012 41000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 4000   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 11000 0 Rear spoiler warped, causing body damage to roof and tailgate. From warped rear spoiler, ordered parts. Fixed damage to roof and tailgate due to warped rear spoiler. 
Mar 2013 70000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2008 7000   First odometer entry
May 2009 23000 0 Broken rear seat cupholder, covered under a recall. 
Jan 2010 40000 0 Replaced LF wheel bearing Repaired diver's seat memory system 
Mar 2010 44000 0 Left front wheel bearing replaced 
Dec 2011 80000 0 Power Steering pump replaced 
Mar 2013 97000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Acura MDX 4-door

6-cylinder automatic AWD

Acura MDX in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 3000   First odometer entry
Dec 2007 4000 0 Music CD can not eject and dealer replaced with a new CD player 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura MDX in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 41000 0 The sports suspension light was out on the console. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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