acura mdx 2009 Complaints

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

new cars are being made with headlights way too bright, even on the dim settings. when the oncoming car is on the same level and orientation (i.e., flat road), the brightness is not too bad, but roads are not flat. there is no question about increase in brightness in recent years. in connecticut (where i live), it is a common scenario to be on a corner combined with a small elevation peak resulting in oncoming headlights pointing directly at you. with newer cars, the result is momentary total blindness (looking low and to the right does not help).

Reported in: BARKHAMSTED CT || Crash: N || VIN #:

SEAT BELTS

tl*the contact owns a 2009 acura mdx. the contact stated that the seat belt that hangs from the ceiling to the middle seat became wrapped around the child's neck. the child was unable to breath properly. the child was seated in the rear driver's side seat. the vehicle has not been inspected to determine the cause of the failure. the vin was unknown. the failure and current mileages were 10,000.

Reported in: MARGATE CITY NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2009 acura mdx with less than 4000 miles developed an issue with timing belt pulleys, timing belt and front part of engine.

Reported in: NAPERVILLE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28879H

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

my 2009 mdx with 3500+ miles has been taken to dealer 3 times in the last month. once i had to get it towed to dealership. first time i was told that they was issue with poor quality timing belt pulley. so timing belt got shredded. they had to replace the both. they took almost week to replace it. with in a day, 2009 mdx developed issue. this time there was an issue with catalytic converter. they took another week to replace. again with in two days, "check emission system" came up again. this time i was told they would have to replace another catalytic converter and also sub converters. i am really concerned about the quality this vehicle.

Reported in: NAPERVILLE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28879H

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

car stalled while driving. towed it to the dealer the dealer repaired the instrument panel following is the statement from dealer 'found instrument internal defective causing vehicle to stall remove and replace gauge recheck operation'.

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28689H

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

car stalled while driving. towed to the dealer. identified as an internal throttle problem. dealer replaced throttle body. following is the statement of the dealer 'performed diag found internal throttle failure'. 'throttle body - replace'

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28689H

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

while driving on the brooklyn-queens expressway (i 278 e)at a high rate of speed the car stalled nearly causing an accident, truck and tractor trailers came barreling down towards my stalled vehicle and abruptly changing lanes to avoid crashing into my car. i dialed 911 and the nypd highway unit sent a towtruck immediately to avoid accidents (i was petrified waiting for the tow) the dealer identified a throttle failure, replaced the throttle again for the second time.

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28689H

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

tl*the contact owns a 2009 acura mdx. while driving approximately 75 mph the windshield wipers and the windshield wiper fluid engaged on its own and remained on. the vehicle was taken directly to an authorized dealer where the fuse to the windshield wipers were disconnected and the contact was told this was a known failure. the contact was then informed to take the vehicle to another authorized dealer because they did not have the parts needed to remedy the failure. the parts were not available. the failure and current mileages were 14,808.

Reported in: PALOS VERDES ESTATES CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28839H

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

there must be a defect in my 2009 acura mdx head restraint system. i believe it has resulted in or contributed to a neck injury . i have had neck pain bad enough to require four months of physical therapy and five surgical procedures. the head rest forces my neck and head into an unnatural forward position. the head rest only moves up and down and not forward and back. i am unable to adjust the seat and steering wheel to accommodate for the lack of adjustable in the head rest.

Reported in: VALPARAISO IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

acura mdx 2009 happened two times within 3 weeks. while driving car lost all electric, entire dashboard went dead, no headlights, no door/trunk locks, no navigation, no dvd, no radio, car stalled and couldn't be started again. had to be towed. second time same thing happened while approaching an intersection and trying to make a left turn. car was towed again.

Reported in: N/A IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

acura mdx 2009 happened two times within 3 weeks. while driving car lost all electric, entire dashboard went dead, no headlights, no door/trunk locks, no navigation, no dvd, no radio, car stalled and couldn't be started again. had to be towed. second time same thing happened while approaching an intersection and trying to make a left turn. car was towed again.

Reported in: N/A IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

acura mdx 2009 happened two times within 3 weeks. while driving car lost all electric, entire dashboard went dead, no headlights, no door/trunk locks, no navigation, no dvd, no radio, car stalled and couldn't be started again. had to be towed. second time same thing happened while approaching an intersection and trying to make a left turn. car was towed again.

Reported in: N/A IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

acura mdx 2009 happened two times within 3 weeks. while driving car lost all electric, entire dashboard went dead, no headlights, no door/trunk locks, no navigation, no dvd, no radio, car stalled and couldn't be started again. had to be towed. second time same thing happened while approaching an intersection and trying to make a left turn. car was towed again.

Reported in: N/A IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

INTERIOR LIGHTING

acura mdx 2009 happened two times within 3 weeks. while driving car lost all electric, entire dashboard went dead, no headlights, no door/trunk locks, no navigation, no dvd, no radio, car stalled and couldn't be started again. had to be towed. second time same thing happened while approaching an intersection and trying to make a left turn. car was towed again.

Reported in: N/A IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

tl* the contact owns a 2009 acura mdx. the contact stated that the rear automatic hatchback sensor failed. the hatchback closed on the contact's hands, resulting in injuries to the fingers. the contact believed the failure to be a safety hazard because the he was attempting to stop the hatchback from closing when it shut and slammed his fingers into the door. the vehicle was not inspected or repaired for the failure. the failure and current mileages were 26,000.

Reported in: SEATTLE WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28609H

TIRES

acura mdx (2009) vibration issues: since purchasing the vehicle new, there is a vibration driving at speeds exceeding 70 mph. the vibration can be felt through the chasis and steering wheel. the dealer has replaced the tires, rims, drive shaft and performed multiple balancing and alignments. the manufacturer representative could not resolve the issue initially, but later suggested the replacement of the drive shaft. this worked initially but the problem has resurfaced again. i filed a lemon law claim that acura has neglected to respond to fully. they tried to fix it, but the problem is still present and getting worse. when driving the car, it feels at times, as if the wheels are going to fall off. it is often worse when driving up hill when the car is cold and the weather cold. it appears to get better as the car warms up, though. this also appears to be a well documented concern that is documented on discussion boards such as: edmonds- http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/webx/.f13bae6?displayrecent where there are currently 59 posts on the topic and all similar to my experience.

Reported in: HACKETTSTOWN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28249H

WHEELS

acura mdx (2009) vibration issues: since purchasing the vehicle new, there is a vibration driving at speeds exceeding 70 mph. the vibration can be felt through the chasis and steering wheel. the dealer has replaced the tires, rims, drive shaft and performed multiple balancing and alignments. the manufacturer representative could not resolve the issue initially, but later suggested the replacement of the drive shaft. this worked initially but the problem has resurfaced again. i filed a lemon law claim that acura has neglected to respond to fully. they tried to fix it, but the problem is still present and getting worse. when driving the car, it feels at times, as if the wheels are going to fall off. it is often worse when driving up hill when the car is cold and the weather cold. it appears to get better as the car warms up, though. this also appears to be a well documented concern that is documented on discussion boards such as: edmonds- http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/webx/.f13bae6?displayrecent where there are currently 59 posts on the topic and all similar to my experience.

Reported in: HACKETTSTOWN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28249H

SUSPENSION

acura mdx (2009) vibration issues: since purchasing the vehicle new, there is a vibration driving at speeds exceeding 70 mph. the vibration can be felt through the chasis and steering wheel. the dealer has replaced the tires, rims, drive shaft and performed multiple balancing and alignments. the manufacturer representative could not resolve the issue initially, but later suggested the replacement of the drive shaft. this worked initially but the problem has resurfaced again. i filed a lemon law claim that acura has neglected to respond to fully. they tried to fix it, but the problem is still present and getting worse. when driving the car, it feels at times, as if the wheels are going to fall off. it is often worse when driving up hill when the car is cold and the weather cold. it appears to get better as the car warms up, though. this also appears to be a well documented concern that is documented on discussion boards such as: edmonds- http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/webx/.f13bae6?displayrecent where there are currently 59 posts on the topic and all similar to my experience.

Reported in: HACKETTSTOWN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28249H

STEERING

acura mdx (2009) vibration issues: since purchasing the vehicle new, there is a vibration driving at speeds exceeding 70 mph. the vibration can be felt through the chasis and steering wheel. the dealer has replaced the tires, rims, drive shaft and performed multiple balancing and alignments. the manufacturer representative could not resolve the issue initially, but later suggested the replacement of the drive shaft. this worked initially but the problem has resurfaced again. i filed a lemon law claim that acura has neglected to respond to fully. they tried to fix it, but the problem is still present and getting worse. when driving the car, it feels at times, as if the wheels are going to fall off. it is often worse when driving up hill when the car is cold and the weather cold. it appears to get better as the car warms up, though. this also appears to be a well documented concern that is documented on discussion boards such as: edmonds- http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/webx/.f13bae6?displayrecent where there are currently 59 posts on the topic and all similar to my experience.

Reported in: HACKETTSTOWN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28249H

POWER TRAIN

acura mdx (2009) vibration issues: since purchasing the vehicle new, there is a vibration driving at speeds exceeding 70 mph. the vibration can be felt through the chasis and steering wheel. the dealer has replaced the tires, rims, drive shaft and performed multiple balancing and alignments. the manufacturer representative could not resolve the issue initially, but later suggested the replacement of the drive shaft. this worked initially but the problem has resurfaced again. i filed a lemon law claim that acura has neglected to respond to fully. they tried to fix it, but the problem is still present and getting worse. when driving the car, it feels at times, as if the wheels are going to fall off. it is often worse when driving up hill when the car is cold and the weather cold. it appears to get better as the car warms up, though. this also appears to be a well documented concern that is documented on discussion boards such as: edmonds- http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/webx/.f13bae6?displayrecent where there are currently 59 posts on the topic and all similar to my experience.

Reported in: HACKETTSTOWN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28249H

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

this vehicle is only 2 years and 2 months old (bought in nov. 2009), yet the battery keeps failing (and there were no lights left on after the engine was shut off, and nothing done out of the ordinary with the car on the 3 occasions this week that the "shut off" occurred). we've had to call acura roadside assistance 3 times this week (week of jan. 9th, 2012). today is jan. 10, 2012 and we had to be boosted this morning again. we eventually took it in to the manhattan acura dealership today (1/10/12) and was told that the battery was, indeed, defective. we were also informed that others have come in to that location with the same issue (all acura owners). perhaps, this should be officially noted just in case there are plenty more with this experience.

Reported in: MONROE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28699H

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

tl* the contact owns a 2009 acura mdx. the contact stated that the headrest would push her head forward, causing her neck and back pain. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that they were unable to alter the vehicle design. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 24,600. updated 5/7/12 *cn the consumer has since traded the vehicle. updated 05/23/12.

Reported in: CAPITOL HEIGHTS MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28449H

SEATS

tl* the contact owns a 2009 acura mdx. the contact stated that the headrest would push her head forward, causing her neck and back pain. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that they were unable to alter the vehicle design. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 24,600. updated 5/7/12 *cn the consumer has since traded the vehicle. updated 05/23/12.

Reported in: CAPITOL HEIGHTS MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28449H

ENGINE

i brought the car into the dealer because i was having transmission problems or power steering problems. i indicated that the car makes a whine at about 1500 rpm. the dealer chose to treat it as a power steering problem. the power steering pump was replaced. there was still a whine although less. the car rpm hangs up on deceleration to a stop. some times when going down hill the car does not upshift until the car is accelerated even though the road slope is zero. the dealer never informed me when i brought the vehicle in for the original concern that there were some problems with the transmission or torque converter hanging up.

Reported in: CORTLANDT MANOR NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28279H

POWER TRAIN

i brought the car into the dealer because i was having transmission problems or power steering problems. i indicated that the car makes a whine at about 1500 rpm. the dealer chose to treat it as a power steering problem. the power steering pump was replaced. there was still a whine although less. the car rpm hangs up on deceleration to a stop. some times when going down hill the car does not upshift until the car is accelerated even though the road slope is zero. the dealer never informed me when i brought the vehicle in for the original concern that there were some problems with the transmission or torque converter hanging up.

Reported in: CORTLANDT MANOR NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28279H

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

approximately 3 months ago i went to start the medic and it would not start. no lights or any other accessories were left on. the car was jumped and started. being the car was 4 years old and i had reviews of battery problems in the medic, i had the battery replaced. about two weeks later it would not start again. it was jumped again and taken to an auto repair shop to be tested. the repair shop said the battery was weak, so it was replaced again. it's been about 2 months now and today when i went to start it, the battery was dead again. three batteries do not go bad that quickly, there is a problem with the electrical system in this vehicle. i have noticed other complaints with this same issue on this web site.

Reported in: CRANBERRY TWP PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD286X9H

ENGINE

approximately 3 months ago i went to start the medic and it would not start. no lights or any other accessories were left on. the car was jumped and started. being the car was 4 years old and i had reviews of battery problems in the medic, i had the battery replaced. about two weeks later it would not start again. it was jumped again and taken to an auto repair shop to be tested. the repair shop said the battery was weak, so it was replaced again. it's been about 2 months now and today when i went to start it, the battery was dead again. three batteries do not go bad that quickly, there is a problem with the electrical system in this vehicle. i have noticed other complaints with this same issue on this web site.

Reported in: CRANBERRY TWP PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD286X9H

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2009 acura mdx. the contact stated that while reversing, the brake pedal was depressed as the vehicle suddenly accelerated causing the contact to crash into a pole. the contact placed the vehicle into drive and the vehicle proceeded to accelerate, and then crashed into a building. a police report was filed and there were no injuries reported. the manufacturer investigated the acceleration and braking system and concluded that the sudden acceleration was not caused by a manufacturing defect. the failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 56,000.

Reported in: BURNSVILLE NC || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2HNYD28749H

EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER

tl* the contact owns a 2009 acura mdx. the contact stated that while starting the ignition, the air conditioner was activated and a loud abnormal noise emitted from inside of the vehicle. the failure only occurred during the initial start up. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who informed that the malfunction was contributed to the faulty air conditioner support bolts. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

Reported in: WYOMISSING PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28409H

POWER TRAIN

i took my 2009 mdx into acura dealer for shudder at 35-45 mph at 68k. service tech wrote up repair order as pcm update. they did not document the shudder complaint. even tho i drove with service tech and then he drove also, verifying shudder. i had to go back 2nd time as pcm didn't take according to dealer and thats why shuddering continued after 1st pcm update. now at 107k, shudder is back. mdx out of extended warranty by 2000 miles and acura/honda refuses goodwill repair. this is my second mdx. the torque convertor needed replaced in my 2003 mdx. acura assured me when i purchased the 2009 that this known problem was resolved. obviously the torque convertor/transmission continues to be faulty. i'm wondering if the pcm update is disguising the problem pushing the mdx past the mileage warranty.

Reported in: AURORA OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28699H

AIR BAGS

i have a recurring problem with my air bag system on my 2009 acura mdx (vehicle no 2hnyd28249h501436) which my local dealer has been unable to resolve. i first noticed the problem when the vehicle had approximately 21,000 miles. i contacted the service department at kearny mesa acura and informed them the check air bag light was coming on. kearny mesa acura asked if it was on all of the time. i explained that the warning light was on intermittently (some days it was on and some days it was off). they said not to bring the car in until it is just on all of the time (everyday). several months later it had degraded to the point where the light was on every day, so i brought the vehicle in for service. they tested the vehicle and replaced apart on the driver¿¿s side airbag (part no 78055-stx-a10). this was at 23,978 miles (on 11/9/2010). within 6 months to a year, the light came on again. again, i was informed to wait until the light stayed on consistently (everyday). once that occurred, i brought the car in again. kearny mesa again tested the vehicle and replaced the same part (part no 78055-stx-a10). this was at 46,511 miles (on 8/2/2012). once again, within about 6 months to a year, the light came on. to this day, the problem has not been resolved and acura wants to charge me $130 diagnosis plus repairs. i feel this is not acceptable on several levels. first of all, this is a recurring problem which began while the car was under warranty (and very early in the life of the vehicle). secondly, it appears kearny mesa acura is not properly diagnosing/repairing the problem. it is possible that another component is causing the failure of the part which is being repeatedly replaced (possibly wiring etc). i've also tried writing to acura directly - president of honda north america. they said i would just have to pay for any diagnosis or repairs myself

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2HNYD28249H