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#45 of 1864 Transmission Problem by foxcroft1 Sep 30, 2002 (10:54 am)
Has anyone heard of the recent problem with Honda transmissions including the MDX?   The local newspaper had a small article saying the it affected 2-3% of the cars and Honda will extend the guarantee. It did not say what the problem was or how long the extension will be.   My brother in California saw something on their TV news saying it was a serious problem that could lock up the wheels even at speeds of 80 MPH. Does anyone know about it?   My dealer did not have a thing on it.
#46 of 1864 foxcroft1 by fndlyfmrflyr Oct 01, 2002 (6:48 pm)
Honda/Acura apparently does have a significant transmission problem (reports vary from 2 to 4 percent of cars) with some 2000 and 2001 vehicles with four speed automatic transmission. I read where they have extended the warranty on the transmissions for these vehicles to 100,000 miles. My next door neighbor had the transmission (a four speed) on his Odyssey fail twice. It was repaired the first time and replaced the second time.   The MDX has a five speed and so far has proven reliable. I spoke with Acura customer service (they called me about a resonation problem) and they told me the MDX transmissions are not among those that are experiencing problems.   That said, the faint resonating hum I hear in 5th gear only, between 2100 and 2300 rpm, may be a transmission related problem. The car has been in for inspection and so far neither the dealer nor Acura has been able to pinpoint the cause.
#47 of 1864 Washer nozzles by lok888 Oct 07, 2002 (9:14 am)
I learned this if I put a tape (prefer mask tape) to cover the holes in the washer nozzles when waxing. It saves me a lot of trouble.
#48 of 1864 Transmission problem by qgu Oct 30, 2002 (2:47 pm)
I went to www.carpoint.com and read some of the owner reviews there. Quite a few reviewers encounted transmission problem. As an MDX owner I am concerned. That is probably why the upcoming newer MDX has a redesigned tranny. Replies to this message: edmundsbridget (Mar 17, 2005 1:14 am)
#49 of 1864 re: Transmission problem by will4271 Nov 01, 2002 (5:15 pm)
Check out the '03, they have a newer transmission. I'm betting that it will resolve any short comings with the '02 problems.   Unfortunately, the Pilot still has the old transmission (not sure about the realibilty thought).
#50 of 1864 Transmission problem by hopeitsfriday Dec 04, 2002 (4:12 pm)
A few of the reason I think Acura change the transmission on the 03 MDX is 1: Acura acknowledge that the 02 and ealier transmission has problem in 2 to 3 percent of its units. Mostly due to overheating. secondly, I think they try to make a lighter transmission to improve the weight distribution of the vehicle. Third, the 02 and earlier has a problem with gear hunting on highway hills, the 03 suppost to correct that.
#51 of 1864 re: hopeitsfriday by will4271 Dec 04, 2002 (8:48 pm)
You maybe right now your reasons. Makes good sense though.
#52 of 1864 re: change by sbcooke Dec 05, 2002 (10:22 am)
They also needed to adapt to accept the new HP delivered by the engine.   You know there is all this discussion about why they changed it, and what that means for the '02 because of problems...it also could mean that the '03 has a bad one with all sorts of first year problems...I doubt either...maybe they just wanted to keep the car competitive.
#53 of 1864 re: change by will4271 Dec 05, 2002 (3:03 pm)
They will probably head in the direction having head airbags and HID in the future.   One step at a time...
#54 of 1864 Noise in rear brake pads. by foxcroft1 Dec 09, 2002 (5:36 pm)
I have a 2002 MDX with low miles. I have a distinct click in the rear brakes each time I reverse direction and apply the brakes. If I back up after stopping in a forward direction and apply the brakes they will give off a distinct, somewhat low click. The same thing will occur when I stop going forward. It only occurs once in each direction. Apparently the brake pads are moving and strike something at the end of the travel. Acura and the dealers know of the problem and it is occurring on a lot of 2002 models. I get the impression they know and do not plan to fix the problem. I could have bought a cheaper car if I was interested in clicking brakes.

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