What is the Acura MDX going to look like?

Get ready, the actual MDX SUV is going to look a lot like this prototype. Tom Nguyen, Acura’s Global Development Leader for the 2022 Acura MDX, has been waiting four years for this day.

What causes the transmission on an Acura MDX to fail?

The most common source of catastrophic failure of the MDX transmission is in the torque converter, which is notorious for developing slippage just after the powertrain warranty expires.

How often do you change the oil on an Acura MDX?

These days we have 14 black Acura MDX models that are constantly on the road. As for the one you see pictured here, we have a very simple maintenance formula for all our Acuras which now average about 10,000 miles a month on the road. Every 10k we change the oil with Mobil 1 synthetic and also do a drain and fill on the transmission fluid.

Where do I find the cel code on my Acura MDX?

You can use a generic OBD-II scanner to retrieve CEL faults, but those codes will not be as helpful as the codes stored in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) module (also known as transmission control unit). A multi-system diagnostic scanner that works on Acura will read fault codes from the PCM module.

Are there any acceleration problems with the Acura MDX?

Class action says Acura MDX and RDX vehicles hesitate, shift into NEUTRAL and stall. April 9, 2020 — Acura MDX and RDX acceleration problems have caused a class action lawsuit that alleges the SUVs suffer from sudden hesitation on acceleration, transmissions that shift into NEUTRAL, warning lights that illuminate and engines that stall.

Who is the plaintiff in the Acura MDX case?

The class action was filed by plaintiff Roby Partovich, who says he purchased a new 2019 Acura MDX in December 2018 from a California Acura dealership. The plaintiff says he was driving on a highway in March 2020 when the MDX suddenly decelerated from 75 miles per hour to 45 mph on two occasions in about 20 minutes.

What are the ECMS on an Acura MDX?

According to the Acura lawsuit, the engine control modules (ECMs) and the transmission control modules (TCMs) are some of the components involved, and the plaintiff says the ECM may also be known as the powertrain control module (PCM).

When did the Acura MDX crossover come out?

Acura’s MDX crossover utility vehicle, introduced in 2001, combines crossover utility with the luxurious finishes buyers have come to expect from Honda’s upscale brand. The 3.5L V6 motor that has powered the vehicle since its introduction offers competent acceleration, but fuel economy remains a concern for some owners.