2006 Acura MDX Acura MDX 2006

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2006 Acura MDX repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (1%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (37%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (4%)

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2006 Acura MDX suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (24%)

$100 - $499 (24%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Acura MDX 4dr SUV

253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

1000 mi

US $1325
Front bushings were "cracked." 
78000 mi ripped front lower control arm bushings 
98000 mi front tie rod end boots failed - car groaned as it went over bumps and under breaking 
164000 mi

US $100
replace rear struts/shocks 
129598 mi

US $187
Right front sway bar link broke. Both right and left were replaced 
121000 mi Replace power steering hose and fluid. 
87000 mi

US $200
Front shock had some noise while turning so they changed some rod next to the shocks in both sides. 
164500 mi

US $500
Front end noise and loose. Replaced struts, springs an stabilizer links. 
46300 mi Slight squealing/squeaking noise in front of car when cold ... dealer lubed and adjusted shocks 
80200 mi

US $280
Sway bar bushing replaced as these would make clunking sound over bumps. 
137200 mi At about 130k dealer made note that both front compliance bushings were showing signs and cracks. although not a full failure, he recommend that I monitor and see if the steering feels soft. At 135k, turns are starting to feel soft. 
156000 mi

US $400
Right front inner tie rod loose. Cost included front alignment along with tie rod replacement 
135000 mi Front Compliance bushings cracking, not yet ripped.Can hear sway bar bushings squeaking when going over speed bumps ( low speed )rnRust at rear quarter panels at wheel wells, rear hatch handle to release sticking a bit 
64800 mi Rear shocks discovered to be leaking during routine inspection. Replaced under warranty. 
158000 mi

US $1800
Lower Compliance bushings cracked. 
187000 mi

US $975
Misc. bushings were replaced. 
109000 mi

US $530
Replace power steering pump. 
126000 mi

US $500
Replaced front compliance bushings 
62300 mi

US $1300
The power steering pump and assorted equipment associated with that failed. Dealer had no explanation as to why given the low miles. 
15000 mi Left rear shock absorber leaking oil on garage floor. Replacement left rear shock arrived a week after ordered and was installed - only inconvenience 2 trips to dealership. 

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2006 Acura MDX Suspension Problems

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