2010 Acura MDX Acura MDX 2010

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2010 Acura MDX repairs by problem area

Engine (21%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (34%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (4%)

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2010 Acura MDX suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (35%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (12%)

< $100 (24%)

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Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Acura MDX 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

181000 mi

US $1452
Suspension was worn out resulting in poor handling. All shocks/struts were replaced and front sway bar end links were also replaced. 
80000 mi Covered under extended warranty was the front shock/strut system. I had the rears done in March of 2016 and (in April 2017) waiting for reimbursement from Honda. 
13300 mi

US $800
replace power steering fluid and change o-rings 
141000 mi

US $1250
replace both front struts and front control arms, alignment, reset cam timing. 
145000 mi

US $1420
noticed a shifting feeling when turning like the front end was loose. Front tie rod and control arm replaced. Alignment performed. 
155000 mi

US $187
During general maintenance inspection, shop found that the rear sway bars were loose. Parts on back order but ultimately repaired. 
124000 mi

US $1000
Replace sway bar links 
162000 mi

US $300
Automatic Dampening System, ADS, rear failed. 
79000 mi

US $600
Front sway bar end link set and boots replaced. Intermediate shaft replaced. 
88660 mi

C $980
Replace 3 of four struts 
40000 mi

US $87
Left front strut had to be replaced after hitting a bad pothole. Acura agreed to pay for 95% of the repair cost even though the vehicle was out of warranty. 
57000 mi

US $1350
Replaced both leaking rear shocks, damper assembly 
61540 mi

US $1181
Replace right front wheel bearing assembly & perform alignment 
61000 mi

US $735
Steering fluid was leaking--replace rack and pinion 
66000 mi

US $826
Replaced Active Damper System shock absorber in the front driver's side. 
34200 mi Front ball bearing knocking when driven over 65mph. 
96000 mi Adjustable damper was making noises. 

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2010 Acura MDX Suspension Problems

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