2007 Acura MDX
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2007 Acura MDX. Newest first.
Honda IS recalling 2,032 hitch style bike racks sold as aftermarket for use on my 2003-2007 and some my 2008 honda pilot, ridgeline, and acura MDX vehicles. a pinch bolt exists between the bike arm bracket and the upright assembly of the "hitch" style bicycle rack.
Risk and remedy
Risk
When moving the bike arm bracket to its down position, this pinch bolt has the potential of causing severe laceration or amputation to the user's fingertips or hand.
Remedy
Owners should contact thule at 800-thule91 (800-848-5391) to obtain a free repair kit along with repair instructions or owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238 for further information.
Owner complaints
99 complaints2 involved a crash2 involved a fire2 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags · Electrical system
The driver's seat wiring harness on my daughter's 2007 Acura MDX has failed under normal operating conditions. The physical adjustment and movement of the driver's seat causes the factory wiring harness to over-tension and fracture internally. This has resulted in an intermittent, escalating…
The driver's seat wiring harness on my daughter's 2007 Acura MDX has failed under normal operating conditions. The physical adjustment and movement of the driver's seat causes the factory wiring harness to over-tension and fracture internally. This has resulted in an intermittent, escalating failure of the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), throwing diagnostic trouble code DTC 71-11 ("open circuit in the driver's seat position sensor"). This is a known manufacturer engineering defect documented under Acura Technical Service Bulletin TSB 11-023. This defect poses an immediate safety hazard because the vehicle's computer automatically disables the driver's side airbag safety deployment when the circuit loses connection. The manufacturer is currently refusing to cover the repair due to the age of the vehicle, despite it being a critical safety-restraint system failure that leaves the driver unprotected in a collision. (The exact date of first onset is estimated, as this safety defect is an ongoing, intermittent electrical failure that began several months ago but only recently became more frequent. We also were originally unaware that the airbag warning light coming on meant the airbags were disabled, or we would have brought the car in sooner.)
- Fuel/propulsion system · Unknown or other
As I was driving on 278 headed south traveling at approximately 65mph, the radio shut off as well as the car. There was a warning light that said "Check emission" The ABS light would come on as well I had to try to get the car into the far right lane and restarted the car. I was able to restart…
As I was driving on 278 headed south traveling at approximately 65mph, the radio shut off as well as the car. There was a warning light that said "Check emission" The ABS light would come on as well I had to try to get the car into the far right lane and restarted the car. I was able to restart the car and made it home with the car periodically completely shutting off. As I was driving the radio would briefly go on and off as well. This was the first time this had happened. The safety issue was that there was absolutely no warning and at the time I was traveling with traffic. There was nothing that could have caused this other than some type of mechanical failure.
- Unknown or other
The engine does not start at once and when the key is turned off to try again, the engine explodes and the upper part of the engine case is completely torn off. At this time, there was a huge explosion sound like a bomb exploding and a lot of black smoke came out. It's not really a rocket engine…
The engine does not start at once and when the key is turned off to try again, the engine explodes and the upper part of the engine case is completely torn off. At this time, there was a huge explosion sound like a bomb exploding and a lot of black smoke came out. It's not really a rocket engine, which is a huge force, but I really don't understand how much pressure was applied in the engine of an ordinary car, so that the engine cover was broken by the explosion. Even if a person intentionally smashed the engine cover like this, it would be impossible. If such an accident occurred while running, it is thought that there would have been many casualties. Although it is an old car, it was used without any problems until yesterday, and it is understandable that the car does not start even if there is a problem. I think that such a big engine explosion produced a problematic engine by Honda Acura. There must be various engineering reasons for the explosion, but we believe that it is a problem that should never happen again by identifying the cause, so we report it with photos. Please investigate to find out the cause and prevent further accidents.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2007 acura MDX. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced electrical failures where the power doors unlock and lock without warning. Additionally, the windows would raise and lower without warning. The vehicle would lose power without warning. The vehicle was not taken…
TL* the contact owns a 2007 acura MDX. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced electrical failures where the power doors unlock and lock without warning. Additionally, the windows would raise and lower without warning. The vehicle would lose power without warning. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 84,000.
- Steering
My 2007 acura MDX IS experiencing a common problem with the power steering pump. Acura issued an extension on the warranty for this issue, but that extension only lasted seven years. As someone who acquired the car after 2014 I was automatically not qualified in this common problem. Acura has…
My 2007 acura MDX IS experiencing a common problem with the power steering pump. Acura issued an extension on the warranty for this issue, but that extension only lasted seven years. As someone who acquired the car after 2014 I was automatically not qualified in this common problem. Acura has issued a recall for other model cars built in this same year using the same power steering pump. Yet the recall nhtsa campaign ID: 12v222000 does not include model MDX. I would like to know "why" MDX was not also part of the recall seeing as though it IS the exact same symptoms, and parts used for the power steering pump, hoses, and seals.
- Electrical system · Engine · Exterior lighting
The radio and navigation intermittently go on and off while driving.my abs,check emission system,shaw-d will go off. Car will shut down while im driving and I lose all power. I lose power to locks, windows and back hatch. Some days when starting the car it wont turn over and start up. Somedays after driving and I turn the car off, I lose all power. While driving the car will jump into gear as I am accelerating.
- Electrical system
Over the past two years have had to inexplicably jump MDX when it fails to start, usually after sitting over night. (confirmed no auxiliary power left on.) will be fine for a period of time, and symptoms reappear. have now changed battery twice in past year. four months after most recent battery…
Over the past two years have had to inexplicably jump MDX when it fails to start, usually after sitting over night. (confirmed no auxiliary power left on.) will be fine for a period of time, and symptoms reappear. have now changed battery twice in past year. four months after most recent battery change, battery was dead again. this time after jumped the car threw some additional warning lights around charging system. after trying to return to the parking space, the car started was not driving properly, seems to be electrical. after reading forums online my symptoms match very closely to others that have a handsfreelink issue on this model MDX. (Parasitic power draw.) contacting acura today, as this time the car IS not drive-able.
- Electrical system · Engine
Engine shuts off in the middle of drive on the road regardless of the speed. When this happens car lost total electrical power resulting in blackout, not able to turn on hazard light also, steering wheel IS tight unable to turn the vehicle.. Need to reset navigation code, and audio codes to restart gps navigation respectively. I was
- Electrical system
Hands free link draining battery after sitting for a couple days it's on various acura models. People making youtube videos on how to unplug them to keep the battery from draining. I bought the car with this problem.
- Electrical system
At 9 pm my MDX caught fire and I did not use it after 11 am that day so it was sitting for 12 hours and it caught fire
- Electrical system · Engine
While driving, the car will frequently lose electrical power. Dash indicator lights come on, the radio shuts off and sometime I'll have to reset the radio and navigation codes. While at a stop light, sometimes depressing the gas pedal does nothing and then suddenly it will begin to move. I'm very concern the unpredictable nature of the problem will cause a wreck if I lose engine power, especially in a curve.
- Unknown or other
In the 2007 and some later models of the acura MDX there IS a power drain due to the bluetooth module on the vehicle. If vehicle sits for more than 24 hours, it has to be jump started. I have had to replace a battery prematurely due to the constant drain. Acura's solution IS to replace the…
In the 2007 and some later models of the acura MDX there IS a power drain due to the bluetooth module on the vehicle. If vehicle sits for more than 24 hours, it has to be jump started. I have had to replace a battery prematurely due to the constant drain. Acura's solution IS to replace the bluetooth module at the customers expense. The other solution IS to disconnect the bluetooth module currently in the vehicle which I have done. With more states passing laws due to the danger of being on a cellphone while driving, this further seems like it should fall under a safety recall. I fail to see why the consumer should have to pay to correct a manufacturer defect. It should be noted that I purchased this vehicle used and checked with online forums to find the problem I'm referring to has been a common problem across the board.
- Steering
I turned the steering wheel fully clockwise with the car off while it was in my garage. as I was straightening the wheel, it became completely loose as if something in the steering shaft or a connection had broken. The steering wheel spun freely in both directions without turning the wheels. the…
I turned the steering wheel fully clockwise with the car off while it was in my garage. as I was straightening the wheel, it became completely loose as if something in the steering shaft or a connection had broken. The steering wheel spun freely in both directions without turning the wheels. the lower u-joint that couples the shaft to the gear box broke. I understand there IS greater force on that part while the car IS off (no power steering), but the strength of that joint should have sufficient safety margin to withstand this. what if it was just damaged enough at that point that it still worked, but went on to fail in the highway? 70 mph and no way to steer the car. Scary. The car IS over 10 years old and has just under 200000 miles, but I would expect a component this critical to be one of the last things to fail on a car.
- Electrical system · Engine · Steering
I own a 2007 acura MDX which has had a number of intermittent electrical problems over the years. I had to replace the handsfree link module a few years ago at the dealer. the yellow check oil level light has come on for no reason for years. It goes on for a second then off. a few months…
I own a 2007 acura MDX which has had a number of intermittent electrical problems over the years. I had to replace the handsfree link module a few years ago at the dealer. the yellow check oil level light has come on for no reason for years. It goes on for a second then off. a few months ago the entire electrical system 'fried' and I had to buy a new battery and new alternator. recently I hear a buzzing sound when I use the turn signals and the hazards do not work at all. last night the car died on the interstate- the instrument panel went dark, the engine would not accelerate, and I was lucky to be able to get onto the shoulder. I turned off the car and then started it again. when it works there IS no problem with the operation but this car IS now unreliable and dangerous. I see there have been over 40 complaints for the same thing noted on carcomplaints.com referring to the nhtsa website, about the car dying for no reason while in motion and that no acura dealer seems able to fix it and acura refuses to acknowledge the problem or do a recall the car IS now at my mechanic to see if he can find out what IS wrong but all the comments I saw on carcomplaints.com indicate there has not yet been a definitive diagnosis made by acura or anyone else, and there IS no active recall either this IS extremely dangerous as the other complaints also indicate that the doors and windows do not operate when the car stalls out and occupants can be trapped inside the car
- Electrical system
I've experienced several electrical issues electrical with my vehicle the most troubling was the vehicle completely shut off on the highway then immediately restarted!!!! in addition to this, the next issue IS battery performance. The battery IS constantly drained. in the 11 years that I owned…
I've experienced several electrical issues electrical with my vehicle the most troubling was the vehicle completely shut off on the highway then immediately restarted!!!! in addition to this, the next issue IS battery performance. The battery IS constantly drained. in the 11 years that I owned the vehicle, the battery has been replaced 4 times. (I initially thought this was associated with my bluetooth being connected but I've disconnected this many years ago and the issues still persist. I was strained on winter because the battery drained and was stuck at the airport for 3 1/2 hours waiting for aaa. lastly, I turned my car on this past sunday when my mil display "check transmission." I brought the car to acura for service and they have informed me that the gear position sensor must be replaced. this IS another electrical circuit problem of a mechanical problem with the transmission. Too many electrical issues!!!
- Electrical system
I bought this car on mother's day 2017. during the following month I had the check engine light on non-stop, I started receiving error codes, then on the way to the airport (one the interstate), the car literally turned off. we rolled to the airport with no electrical system at all, then the car…
I bought this car on mother's day 2017. during the following month I had the check engine light on non-stop, I started receiving error codes, then on the way to the airport (one the interstate), the car literally turned off. we rolled to the airport with no electrical system at all, then the car finally died, thank goodness we got out because for a few minutes we were locked in the car! we replaced the alternator, the battery, 3 of the 4 (O2) oxygen sensors, now the transmission light, the check engine light and the check starting system light are on. today, the car didn't start twice and I honestly felt at risk just trying to drive home today. so all this has been from mother's day 2017 to now! september 20, 2018. the lights and codes don't stop on this car!
- Electrical system
My 07 acura MDX has been experiencing intermittent resets while driving. Navigation and radio turn off and on and the vehicle does not accelerate when gas pedal IS pressed.
- Electrical system · Engine · Power train
While driving some lights in panel start lighting up, gps turns off, engine running but wont accelerate and after few seconds will go back to normal. Took to acura they ran diagnostictest but can't find no issue. This IS life threatening. Need acura to act on this.
- Air bags
Takata recall: I recently purchased my vehicle from a used car dealership. Shortly afterwards, I was mailed a hard copy of an airbag settlement class action lawsuit involving honda motors and takata. I have the notice in my possession, citing my vehicle as one of the declared recipients within…
Takata recall: I recently purchased my vehicle from a used car dealership. Shortly afterwards, I was mailed a hard copy of an airbag settlement class action lawsuit involving honda motors and takata. I have the notice in my possession, citing my vehicle as one of the declared recipients within the settled class action lawsuit. I am simply conducting my due diligence in reporting my vehicle as it has become my property and hence, my new problem.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2007 acura MDX. On several occasions, while the contact's girlfriend was driving, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to columbia acura inc. (10979 montgomery rd, cincinnati, oh 45249 (513) 530-0100), but no…
TL* the contact owns a 2007 acura MDX. On several occasions, while the contact's girlfriend was driving, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to columbia acura inc. (10979 montgomery rd, cincinnati, oh 45249 (513) 530-0100), but no diagnostic failure codes were found and the failure could not be replicated. The vehicle was then taken to superior acura (5555 dixie hwy, fairfield, oh 45014 (513) 829-8500) where it was diagnosed that the battery cables needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that no recalls were associated with the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
- Electrical system
Just like the other complaints the car shuts off without warning while in drive causing loss of steering and braking. acura has offered little help with the issue. very unsafe and deserved of a recall.
- Air bags
Wiring harness for airbag error code check airbag 71-1
- Electrical system · Engine · Steering
The vehicle will randomly shut off and restart while in motion at various speeds whether on the highway or surface streets. There does not appear to be any rhyme or reason as to why.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2007 acura MDX. While driving approximately 45 mph, the gps and instrument panel lighting ceased without warning. When the contact depressed the brake pedal, the lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the alternator needed to…
TL* the contact owns a 2007 acura MDX. While driving approximately 45 mph, the gps and instrument panel lighting ceased without warning. When the contact depressed the brake pedal, the lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred two days later. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 103,500. The vin was not provided.
- Electrical system
Had a big rain storm the other day. Got into my car after it being parked at work all day and found it was leaking from "c" pillar. turns out, sunroof decided to flip up on its own during the day with the car parked and off. took car to my local shop who has been familiar with acura electrical…
Had a big rain storm the other day. Got into my car after it being parked at work all day and found it was leaking from "c" pillar. turns out, sunroof decided to flip up on its own during the day with the car parked and off. took car to my local shop who has been familiar with acura electrical problems. I told him to disconnect the wires to the sunroof function completely. I dont need to use the sunroof or have it decide to open on its own again. this problem could have caused even more serious electrical problems, but luckily water did not penetrate to the other electrical systems. this IS the third major electrical problem I have had with this vehicle. there are serious electrical problems with the MDX and acrua/honda refuses to issue any recall or even address the problems, which are prominent in this vehicle
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10237044Service News - The navigation clock and date are incorrect. This is due to a limited GPS receiver capacity resulting in rollover of internal chip memory. The rollover occurred on January 1, 2022 at 12:00AM local time
- 10211608Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.
- 10207004ServiceNews Article - The clock shows the incorrect time. This issue is due to a limited GPS receiver capacity resulting in "rollover" of the internal chip memory; the "rollover" will occur on January 1, 2022, at 12:00AM local time. As a result, the navigation date and time will be incorrect.
- 10177598These 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 parts on vehicles are not effected.
- 10139576Dealer 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 internally.
- 10128873Service bulletin - The VSA indicator or the trailer stability assist warning is on with DTCs 59-1, 66-1, 67-1, or 69-1, or you can?t move the shift lever out of Park. The symptoms may be intermittent, and you may not be able to duplicate them after clearing the DTCs.
- 10118196Service 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.
- 10116793Reimbursement 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. If an excessive amount of damper oil has leaked, the active dampers may make a clunk or a bang sound when driving on rough roads or over speed bumps.
- 10116792Customer 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 exterior of the damper. If an excessive amount of damper oil has leaked, the active dampers may make a clunk or a bang sound when driving on rough roads or over speed bumps.
- 10116783Dealer 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 regions. Basic Problem Dampers with ADS use metal particles in the damper oil to control movement/recoil. In cold temperatures the oil inside the dampers has reduced viscosity and a gap is generated between the main seal and the rod guide. The iron particulates in the ADS oil are then deposited in this gap blocking the path of the moving oil which damages the seal resulting in an oil leak. Cavitation occurs once enough oil is lost and the damper cannot keep up with operation of wheel up and down movement.
- 10116777Service 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 clunk or a bang when driving on rough roads or over speed bumps.
- 10116776Service bulletin - Warranty Extension: 2007?09 MDX and 2010 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 clunk or a bang when driving on rough roads or over speed bumps.
- 10116775Service 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 the exterior of the damper. If an excessive amount of damper oil has leaked, the active dampers may make a clunk or a bang when driving on rough roads or over speed bumps.
- 10116774Service bulletin - Warranty Extension: 2007?09 MDX and 2010 ZDX Front Active Damper - This bulletin will expire May 8, 2017. In 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 the exterior of the damper. If an excessive amount of damper oil has leaked, the active dampers may make a clunk or a bang when driving on rough roads or over speed bumps.
- 10115221Service 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.
- 10108841Service 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.
- 10100505"Reimbursement form - on some 200713 MDX and 201012 zdx vehicles located in cold areas, 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. If an excessive amount of damper oil has leaked, the active dampers may make a clunk or a bang sound when driving on rough roads or over speed bumps."
- 10100504"Customer letter - on some 200713 MDX and 201012 zdx vehicles located in cold areas, 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. If an excessive amount of damper oil has leaked, the active dampers may make a clunk or a bang sound when driving on rough roads or over speed bumps."
- 10100462Service bulletin - navigation system information.
- 10099141Service bulletin - 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 clunk or a bang when driving on rough roads or over speed bumps.
- 10099129"Service bulletin - in 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 the exterior of the damper. If an excessive amount of damper oil has leaked, the active dampers may make a clunk or a bang when driving on rough roads or over speed bumps."
- 10086306Posters sent to hawaiian independent repair facilities, automotive part stores, car washes, and gas stations to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
- 10054471Acura: 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.
- 10053748Honda: 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.
- 10053207Acura: information in the service news, from manufacturer, regarding various issues of troubleshooting, installation, replacing, servicing and repairing various model and model year vehicles.
- 10049199Acura: see document search button for owner letter. A software update for transmission IS available for the torque converter lock up clutch where the judder IS felt while driving, and extended warranty IS applied to torque converter if judder returns after software, for transmission, was updated. Models 2007-2009 MDX, 2009-2010 RL, 2009-2011 TL.
- 10045679Acura: see document search button for owner letter. Certain vehicles steering wheel IS hard to turn, while driving at slow speeds, in certain areas, due to power steering pump not providing correct assistance. Models 2007-12 MDX.
- 10043249Acura: 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.
- 10042831Acura: see document search button for owner letter. During cold ambient temperatures, and while driving in certain conditions, the three way catalytic converter may be damaged. To prevent damage from occurring the software needs to be updated.
- 10041670Acura: after vehicle parked for a time, a/c blows warm air or battery dies out or both.
- 10040495Honda acura: the air bag light IS on with a stored trouble code. The drivers seat wire harness has an open circuit.
- 10038668Honda acura: vehicle stability or trailer assist light IS on with four possible trouble codes stored. The shift lever may not move from park. A brake pedal position switch malfunction IS the likely cause. 2007-2011 MDX.
- 10038324Honda: the drive belt squeaks when a cold engine IS started because the a/c pulley IS rubbing against the drive belt.
- 10037486Acura: there are guidelines for various situations and procedures including: tire pressure valve stem installation, trailer stability malfunction light IS on, engine oil application guide, new software, new transmission fluid, notchy steering feeling.
- 10036972Honda: the windshield wipers will randomly turn on by themselves and cannot be turned off.
- 10025524Load carrying capacity reduced label for all acura vehicles.
- 10024637Click from the front suspension area while accelerating or braking.
- 10021177Trouble shooting b-can and f-can dtc's.
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