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2012 ACURA MDX
1 Recalls for 2012 ACURA MDX
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2012-02-17 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 PILOT AND ACURA MDX VEHICLES. THE VENT SHUT FLOAT (VSF) VALVE CASE IN THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY DOES NOT MEET THE DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS. Remedy: HONDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VSF ASSEMBLY DATE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 13, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009. |
0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2012 ACURA MDX
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62 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2012 ACURA MDX
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-02-23 |
BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10499759 | |||
| 2021-05-05 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11415240 | |||
| 2021-03-31 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11405875 | |||
| 2016-10-31 |
STRUCTURE:BODY | VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
ODI Number: 10920145 | |||
| 2020-12-30 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11385644 | |||
| 2015-06-17 |
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10725676 | |||
| 2013-02-23 |
BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10499759 | |||
| 2016-10-31 |
STRUCTURE:BODY | VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY
ODI Number: 10920145 | |||
| 2016-10-19 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10917272 | |||
| 2017-06-04 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10993109 | |||
| 2017-07-21 |
SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 11010017 | |||
| 2017-02-14 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10954405 | |||
| 2017-01-30 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10948491 | |||
| 2020-11-23 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11375956 | |||
| 2017-01-03 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10939152 | |||
| 2017-01-03 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10939148 | |||
| 2016-12-07 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10933709 | |||
| 2020-11-07 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11373555 | |||
| 2020-11-02 |
AIR BAGS | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11372629 | |||
| 2020-08-02 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11342875 | |||
| 2020-07-22 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11340937 | |||
| 2020-06-05 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11327454 | |||
| 2020-03-26 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 11319352 | |||
| 2020-02-24 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11311015 | |||
| 2020-02-19 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11310054 | |||
| 2019-12-31 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE
ODI Number: 11292235 | |||
| 2019-10-28 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11271629 | |||
| 2019-07-19 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11233406 | |||
| 2019-05-13 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11207233 | |||
| 2019-04-09 |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | ENGINE | STEERING
ODI Number: 11195252 | |||
| 2019-04-15 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11196434 | |||
| 2019-03-31 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11192716 | |||
| 2019-06-07 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11218497 | |||
| 2019-01-11 |
ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11166545 | |||
| 2018-08-20 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11121145 | |||
| 2019-02-27 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11182732 | |||
| 2018-03-23 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11081042 | |||
| 2018-03-21 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11080717 | |||
| 2018-02-14 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11072815 | |||
| 2018-02-08 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11071684 | |||
| 2018-10-27 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11143087 | |||
| 2018-10-27 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11143084 | |||
| 2018-10-30 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11144197 | |||
| 2018-10-14 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11140235 | |||
| 2018-01-09 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11061527 | |||
| 2017-08-15 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11015605 | |||
| 2016-07-16 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | SERVICE BRAKES | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10885234 | |||
| 2016-07-01 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 10882103 | |||
| 2016-03-30 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10852351 | |||
| 2015-06-17 |
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10725676 | |||
| 2015-04-02 |
BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10703427 | |||
| 2014-11-13 |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10654770 | |||
| 2014-10-13 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10644344 | |||
| 2014-02-05 |
WHEELS
ODI Number: 10562992 | |||
| 2013-10-07 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10547132 | |||
| 2013-08-05 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | SEATS
ODI Number: 10533591 | |||
| 2013-03-19 |
STEERING | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10503611 | |||
| 2013-02-23 |
BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE | EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10499759 | |||
| 2013-02-26 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10500178 | |||
| 2013-01-29 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10495028 | |||
| 2018-07-02 |
STRUCTURE | TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
ODI Number: 11105200 | |||
| 2016-03-07 |
SEAT BELTS
ODI Number: 10840300 |
0 Investigations for 2012 ACURA MDX
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91 Service Alerts for 2012 ACURA MDX
| Date | Description |
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| 2018-05-24 | 140000 AIR BAGS
Dealer message – Today, May 24, 2018, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for 2002-17 Acura vehicles. This warranty extension applies in cases where any of the replacement driver?s and/or front passenger?s airbag inflators have failed Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-05-24 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer message – Today, May 24, 2018, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for 2002-17 Acura vehicles. This warranty extension applies in cases where any of the replacement driver?s and/or front passenger?s airbag inflators have failed Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-03-18 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-06-03 | 063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
These SKUs are Exhaust Manifolds with Catalytic Converters. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to a loss of CARB certification. These SKUs can no longer be sold as they do not meet CARB standards, but part Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-08-10 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin – The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ring’s ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder wall to the crankcase, which can result in excessive engine oil consumpt Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-04-30 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service Bulletin – The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ring’s ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder wall to the crankcase, which can result in excessive engine oil consumpt Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-05-18 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin – The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ring’s ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder wall to the crankcase, which can result in excessive engine oil consumpt Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-10-02 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin – Due to high demand for repairs under this warranty extension, pistons and rings required to complete this repair are currently backordered. Acura has provided this service bulletin (19-052) as a mechanism to cover clients Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-01-16 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Dealer message – Today, January 16, 2019, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for certain 2009-14 Acura vehicles equipped with the 3.7L V6 engine to address client concerns related to excessive oil consumption. Acura is extending the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-01-16 | 063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
Service bulletin – The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ring’s ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder wall to the crankcase, which can result in excessive engine oil consumpt Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-01-16 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin – The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ring’s ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder wall to the crankcase, which can result in excessive engine oil consumpt Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-02-21 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service Bulletin – The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ring’s ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder wall to the crankcase, which can result in excessive engine oil consumpt Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-02-14 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Owner Notification Letter – On certain 2009-14 Acura vehicles equipped with the 3.7L V6 engine, the oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits during normal engine operation. These deposits restrict the control ring’s ability Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-01-29 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2013 MDXs & 2013-2014 RDXs with a complaint of MIL on with the DTC P2101 (Throttle Control System Malfunction) stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-01-29 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2013 MDXs & 2013-2014 RDXs with a complaint of MIL on with the DTC P2101 (Throttle Control System Malfunction) stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2017-08-02 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Techline summary article – Some clients may complain that the Low Oil Pressure indicator comes on, requiring engine oil to be added, while others who routinely check the oil level as recommended in their owner?s manual may find that oil con Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-05-11 | 063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
Service bulletin – The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase, which can result in engine oil consumption that may exc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-05-11 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Service bulletin – The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase, which can result in engine oil consumption that may exc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-05-11 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin – The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase, which can result in engine oil consumption that may exc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-09-28 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin – After the software update, some vehicles, based on how they are driven (extreme conditions), may still experience ATF deterioration after updating the PGM-FI or A/T system and the shudder may return. The problem is typica Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-09-28 | 103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Service bulletin – A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-05-02 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin – The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase, which can result in engine oil consumption that may exc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-03-20 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service bulletin – The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase, which can result in engine oil consumption that may exc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-03-16 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin – The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase, which can result in engine oil consumption that may exc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-03-09 | 103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Service bulletin – After the software update, some vehicles based on how they are driven (extreme conditions) may still experience ATF deterioration after updating the PGM-FI or A/T system and the shudder may return. The problem is typicall Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-03-09 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin – A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-02-18 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service bulletin – The MIL comes on and DTC P0455 (EVAP system large leak) and/or DTC P0456 (EVAP system very small leak detected) is set. The fuel fill cap (gas cap) may also be loose or have a stick-slip feeling when tightened. The fuel f Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-04-25 | 050000 PARKING BRAKE
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012 MDXs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-04-25 | 270000 LANE DEPARTURE
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012 MDXs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-04-29 | 026000 TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2013 MDXs with a complaint of MIL on with the DTC P2101 (Throttle Control System Malfunction) stored. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-04-25 | 050000 PARKING BRAKE
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012 MDXs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-04-25 | 270000 LANE DEPARTURE
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012 MDXs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-04-29 | 026000 TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2013 MDXs with a complaint of MIL on with the DTC P2101 (Throttle Control System Malfunction) stored. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-05-29 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2013 MDXs with a complaint of MIL on with the DTC P2101 (Throttle Control System Malfunction) stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to in Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-05-29 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012 MDXs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-06-12 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2013 MDXs with a complaint of MIL on with the DTC P2101 (Throttle Control System Malfunction) stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to in Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-06-12 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012 MDXs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-04-12 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service bulletin – The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase, which can result in engine oil consumption that may exc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-01-10 | 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Servicenews article – Some clients may complain that the Low Oil Pressure indicator comes on, requiring engine oil to be added, while others who routinely check the oil level as recommended in their owner?s manual may find that oil consumpt Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-01-10 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Servicenews article – Some clients may complain that the Low Oil Pressure indicator comes on, requiring engine oil to be added, while others who routinely check the oil level as recommended in their owner?s manual may find that oil consumpt Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-07-24 | 127200 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM)is investigating certain 2012 MDXs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-07-24 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM)is investigating certain 2012 MDXs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-01-10 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Servicenews article – Some clients may complain that the Low Oil Pressure indicator comes on, requiring engine oil to be added, while others who routinely check the oil level as recommended in their owner?s manual may find that oil consumpt Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-11-11 | 013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Service bulletin – The vehicle?s body and steering wheel vibrates while it?s at idle or very low speed when turning the steering wheel. The high pressure demand from the steering gearbox on the power steering pump causes a vibration in the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-06-26 | 031000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Service bulletin – The ACC/CMBS indicator is on with DTC 30 (brake light relay circuit malfunction). The control unit misinterprets inputs from the brake pedal position switch. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-02-14 | 103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Dealer message – Every Service Bulletin requires you to take an HDS snap shot and use the job aid or Tech2Tech to confirm the judder/shudder is coming from the torque converter. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-07-07 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM)is investigating certain 2012-2013MDXs with a complaint of MIL on with the DTC P2101 (Throttle Control System Malfunction)stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspe Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-07-07 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer message – American Honda (AHM)is investigating certain 2012 MDXs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-08-31 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message – On January 16, 2019, Acura announced a warranty extension for certain 2009-14 Acura vehicles equipped with a 3.7L V6 engine to address client concerns related to excessive oil consumption. Acura extended the powertrain warr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-11-08 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Dealer message – Today, November 8, 2016 Acura is announcing four warranty extensions for model years 2007-2013 Acura MDX and model years 2010-2012 Acura ZDX vehicles to address Active Damper System(ADS) dampers from failures in cold region Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-11-08 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service bulletin – Warranty Extension: 2007?13 MDX and 2010?12 ZDX Rear Active Damper – In cold areas, the rear active dampers may be susceptible to leaking. If an excessive amount of damper oil has leaked, the active dampers may make a clu Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-11-08 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service bulletin – Warranty Extension: 2007?13 MDX and 2010?12 ZDX Front Active Damper – cold areas, the front active dampers may be susceptible to leaking. Since these dampers are mounted in an inverted position, the leak is not visible on Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-11-07 | 020000 SUSPENSION
Reimbursement form – the front and rear active dampers may leak. While leaks on the rear active suspension are visible, the front active dampers are mounted in an inverted position and the leak is not visible on the exterior of the damper. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-11-07 | 020000 SUSPENSION
Customer letter – owner notification for the front and rear active dampers may leak. While leaks on the rear active suspension are visible, the front active dampers are mounted in an inverted position and the leak is not visible on the exte Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-12-17 | 199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Service bulletin – For any TPMS-related warranty repairs, all recorded DTCs must now be entered into the warranty claim. Make sure your repair order includes those DTCs. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-10-03 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service bulletin – The MIL comes on and DTC P0455 (EVAP system large leak) and/or DTC P0456 (EVAP system very small leak detected) is set. The fuel fill cap (gas cap) may also be loose or have a stick-slip feeling when tightened. The fuel Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-10-31 | 354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Service bulletin – There is a screech or squeak when the windows are raised or lowered. The lower seal on the door glass outer weatherstrip rolls over, causing a screech or squeak. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-02-12 | 133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Service bulletin – There is a screech or squeak when the windows are raised or lowered. The lower seal on the door glass outer weatherstrip rolls over, causing a screech or squeak. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-10-16 | 010000 STEERING
Service bulletin – The steering wheel vibrates or there is a moan from under the hood while turning at slow speeds. The increase in steering pump torque causes the belt to slip on the alternator pulley. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-10-16 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin – The steering wheel vibrates or there is a moan from under the hood while turning at slow speeds. The increase in steering pump torque causes the belt to slip on the alternator pulley. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-08-06 | 021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
HONDA: ENGINEERING REQUEST INVESTIGATION OF NOISE, LIKE MOANING, OR HUMMING, OR DRONING, THAT OCCURS WHILE DRIVING, COMING FROM FRONT WHEEL BEARING. MODEL 2011-2013 MDX, ZDX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-06-05 | 021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
ACURA: CERTAIN VEHICLES ARE BEING INVESTIGATED DUE TO THE FRONT WHEEL BEARING MAKING NOISES, LIKE MOANING, DRONING, OR HUMMING, WHILE DRIVING. MODELS 2011-2013 MDX, ZDX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-04-09 | 147000 AIR BAGS: ALLEGED COUNTERFEIT AIR BAG
ACURA: INFORMATIONAL MESSAGE REGARDING THE DANGEROUS USAGE OF COUNTERFEIT AIRBAGS IN VEHICLES, AND SHOULD HAVE VEHICLES INSPECTED TO ENSURE AIRBAGS ARE GENUINE, FACTORY AUTHORIZED. NO MODELS OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-10-30 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
ACURA: AN INVESTIGATION IS BEING DONE REGARDING MIL ON WITH THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P2101. MODEL 2012-2013 MDX, 2013-2014 RDX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-10-25 | 021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
ACURA: WHILE DRIVING, THE FRONT WHEEL BEARING WOULD HAVE A NOISE OR VIBRATION. LIKE MOANING, DRONING, OR HUMMING, COMING FROM IT, AND IS BEING INVESTIGATED. MODEL 2007-2013 MDX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-10-02 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
ACURA: AN INVESTIGATION IS BEING CONDUCTED, ON SOME VEHICLES, REGARDING AN IMMEDIATE ENGINE SHUT OFF AFTER AN INTERMITTENT ENGINE START WHICH IS CAUSED BY THE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM. MODEL 2011-2013 MDX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-10-08 | 021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
HONDA: AN INVESTIGATION, ON SOME VEHICLES, INTO HUMMING, MOANING, OR A DRONING NOISE, ALONG WITH VIBRATION, COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEEL BEARING, WHILE DRIVING. MODEL 2007-2013 MDX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-01-29 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
HONDA: THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED. STORED P2101 (THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION). AHM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT SPECIFIC PARTS FROM THE VEHICLE BEFORE ANY EFFORT TO REPAIR IT HAS BEEN MADE. *JS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-06-26 | 125100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
ACURA: A MALFUNCTION IN BRAKE LIGHT RELAY CIRCUIT CAUSES ACC/CMBS INDICATOR TO COME ON, DUE TO MISINTERPRETING CONTROL UNIT, FROM BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH POSITION. MODEL 2010-2013 MDX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-06-21 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
HONDA ACURA: REQUEST FOR PARTS FOR SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCING A MALFUNCTION WITH ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. MODELS 2012-2013 MDX, 2013 RDX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-08-31 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
DEALER MESSAGE – AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2010-2013 MDXS, 2011-2012 RLS, 2009-2014 SHAWD TLS & 2010-2013 ZDXS WITH A CLIENT COMPLAINT OF HIGHER THAN EXPECTED ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2012-01-12 | 112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
ACURA: UPDATE ON SOME MODEL VEHICLES REGARDING TESTING OF ALTERNATORS WITH THE GR8 ALTERNATOR/STARTER TESTER (AST) MODULE THAT IS INSTALLED ON GR8 DIAGNOSTIC BATTERY STATION. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2012-01-12 | 113000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
ACURA: UPDATE ON SOME MODEL VEHICLES REGARDING TESTING OF ALTERNATORS WITH THE GR8 ALTERNATOR/STARTER TESTER (AST) MODULE THAT IS INSTALLED ON GR8 DIAGNOSTIC BATTERY STATION. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-10-06 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
DEALER MESSAGE – AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2010-2013 MDXS, 2011-2012 RLS, 2009-2014 SHAWD TLS & 2010-2013 ZDXS WITH A CLIENT COMPLAINT OF HIGHER THAN EXPECTED ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-10-03 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
DEALER MESSAGE – AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2010-2013 MDXS, 2011-2012 RLS, 2009-2014 SHAWD TLS & 2010-2013 ZDXS WITH A CLIENT COMPLAINT OF HIGHER THAN EXPECTED ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2011-06-01 | 190000 TIRES
HONDA: 2007-2012 ACURA MDX. A NOTICE OF AN UPDATED TIRE FITMENT THAT IS GOING TO BE INTRODUCED. *RM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-04-25 | 127200 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH
ACURA: HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (HAZARD SWITCH) WOULD STICK WHEN PRESSED AND MANUFACTURER IS INVESTIGATING THE ISSUE. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-06-01 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
ACURA: INFORMATION IN THE SERVICE NEWS, FROM MANUFACTURER, REGARDING VARIOUS ISSUES OF TROUBLESHOOTING, INSTALLATION, REPLACING, SERVICING AND REPAIRING VARIOUS MODEL AND MODEL YEAR VEHICLES. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2017-02-11 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
SERVICE BULLETIN – AFTER THE SOFTWARE UPDATE, SOME VEHICLES BASED ON HOW THEY ARE DRIVEN (EXTREME CONDITIONS) MAY STILL EXPERIENCE ATF DETERIORATION AFTER UPDATING THE PGM-FI OR A/T SYSTEM AND THE SHUDDER MAY RETURN. THE PROBLEM IS TYPICAL Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2012-04-06 | 116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
ACURA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. A SOFTWARE BUG CAUSES THE CD PLAYER OR REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (RES) TO RESTART THE DISC WHEN THE IGNITION SWITCH IS TURNED TO LOCK, THEN BACK TO ON. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL TSX MODEL YE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2012-04-06 | 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
ACURA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. A SOFTWARE BUG CAUSES THE CD PLAYER OR REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (RES) TO RESTART THE DISC WHEN THE IGNITION SWITCH IS TURNED TO LOCK, THEN BACK TO ON. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL TSX MODEL YE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-11-20 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
ACURA: AN INVESTIGATION, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, REGARDING THE THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, WITH MIL ON, STORED IN DTC P2101. MODEL 2012-2013, MDX, 2013-2014 RDX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-11-20 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
ACURA: AN INVESTIGATION, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, REGARDING THE THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, WITH MIL ON, STORED IN DTC P2101. MODEL 2012-2013, MDX, 2013-2014 RDX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-11-23 | 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
SERVICE BULLETIN – NAVIGATION SYSTEM INFORMATION. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-06-12 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
ACURA: DUE TO COMPLAINTS, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, AN INVESTIGATION IS LOOKING INTO THE MALFUNCTION OF THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM. MODEL 2012-2013 MDX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-06-12 | 127200 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH
ACURA: THE HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (HAZARD SWITCH), ON SOME VEHICLES, WHEN PRESSED WOULD STICK. MODEL 2012 MDX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-11-17 | 102400 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:LUBRICANT
SERVICE BULLETIN – A JUDDER FROM THE TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK-UP CLUTCH MAY BE FELT WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 20 AND 60MPH. THE PROBLEM IS TYPICALLY DIAGNOSED AS A BAD TORQUE CONVERTER. AMERICAN HONDA INVESTIGATED THE JUDDER AND FOUND THAT THE TO Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-15 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
DEALER MESSAGE – AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2010-2013 MDXS, 2011-2012 RLS, 2009-2014 SHAWD TLS & 2010-2013 ZDXS WITH A CLIENT COMPLAINT OF HIGHER THAN EXPECTED ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-11-02 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEALER MESSAGES – AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2010-2013 MDXS, 2011-2012 RLS, 2009-2014 SHAWD TLS & 2010-2013 ZDXS WITH A CLIENT COMPLAINT OF HIGHER THAN EXPECTED ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THI Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-11-02 | 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SERVICE BULLETIN – A JUDDER FROM THE TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK-UP CLUTCH MAY BE FELT WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 20 AND 60MPH. THE PROBLEM IS TYPICALLY DIAGNOSED AS A BAD TORQUE CONVERTER. AMERICAN HONDA INVESTIGATED THE JUDDER AND FOUND THAT THE TOR Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-11-02 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SERVICE BULLETIN – A JUDDER FROM THE TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK-UP CLUTCH MAY BE FELT WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 20 AND 60MPH. THE PROBLEM IS TYPICALLY DIAGNOSED AS A BAD TORQUE CONVERTER. AMERICAN HONDA INVESTIGATED THE JUDDER AND FOUND THAT THE TOR Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2012 ACURA MDX
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