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#166 of 967 2006 MDX Torque Convertor Failing AGAIN by redhorse1962

Jan 06, 2010 (6:24 pm)

Two months ago, the torque convertor was replaced at 55K miles. But it never did seem quite right, now it obviously is not right. So it went back to Acura where the service department diagnosed it as a bad torque but they "need to contact the Techline." I'm supposed ot hear back tomorrow. Does anyone know - are the torque convertor and transmission issues related, one in the same, or completely seperate? They do share fluid, it isn't a stretch to think that debris could transfer.

#167 of 967 feeling the pain... by gatdammit

Jan 10, 2010 (11:44 am)

03 Pilot owner. Tranny out at 112K. Calling Honda on monday with lot's of research behind me. I will say that from just the Edmunds threads on Pilot/MDX tranny failures, it seems that the MDX owners fare better for compensation...but I'm crossing my fingers.
 
Just wanted to note something about Honda/Acura. All of their V6 transmissions have a replaceable filter, yet, it's never replaced during dealer scheduled service and most service desks don't even know about it. I found this out doing my own service on my Acura TL. The parts guy had never heard of anyone replacing this when I ordered it. The filter was as dirty as the fluid and, most will find a small amount of shavings on their magnetic drain plug and I can only assume this accumulates in the filter, too.
 
Anyone else think that's odd?

#168 of 967 Re: 2006 MDX Torque Converter Failing AGAIN [redhorse1962] by redhorse1962

Jan 12, 2010 (6:37 pm)

Replying to: redhorse1962 (Jan 06, 2010 6:24 pm)
UPDATE. So the vehicle went in for the Torque Converter. They got it apart and we got the phone call that the torque converter was "missing some teeth" and that they were indeed going to replace the transmission as well. We shall see.

#169 of 967 Re: 04-06 Acura MDX transmission problems [tpulak] by bewareacuramdx

Jan 29, 2010 (12:24 am)

Replying to: tpulak (Dec 17, 2007 5:33 pm)
This is true contact the Corporate headquarters of Acura in California.
I asked my service dealer Acura of Springfield Mo and they flat out lied to me.
There is a recall and thousands of complaints regarding faulty transmission design.
Is there a class action lawyer available out there to help?

#170 of 967 Re: Don't buy another one [markrj] by bewareacuramdx

Jan 29, 2010 (12:30 am)

Replying to: markrj (Feb 28, 2008 12:34 pm)
I have a 2002 MDX and the transmission went out at 103,500 Acura is willing to pay only 25% of the bill and gave me a $5500 price for a manufactured transmission!
There should be a class action suit.
The Acura of Springfield Missouri flat out lied to me and said there has never been any problems with the MDX transmissions including the year 2002.

#171 of 967 Re: My Last Honda Product [rmaurice1] by bewareacuramdx

Jan 29, 2010 (12:37 am)

Replying to: rmaurice1 (Sep 19, 2008 12:06 pm)
I have a 2002 MDX and the transmission went out at 103,500 Acura is willing to pay only 25% of the bill and gave me a $5500 price for a manufactured transmission!
There should be a class action suit.
The Acura of Springfield Missouri flat out lied to me and said there has never been any problems with the MDX transmissions including the year 2002.
Acura Headquarters said the exact something to me
1. Did you get all your service done at an Acura dealer?
2. The Acura dealer you took the car to does not belong to Acura and I should get a lawyer and sue the dealership
3. We can withdraw our offer at any time.. I dealt with Fred and he was very short, uncaring and rude!

#172 of 967 class action suit by madmommy3

Jan 29, 2010 (7:59 am)

I did contact the lawyer firm that did sue Honda on previous issues. The MDX was not part of it and they suggested finding individual counsel. Given the amount of turmoil though, it would seem a hungry group would want to take this on. I was going to printout the hundreds of pages/complaints and send a letter to Acura and whomever else would listen but truthfully ran out of energy or desire to fight the big guys. The only recourse I have is to never buy another Honda product again (and I have owned 4...two including my MDX are in my garage, AND, I helped my nephews each buy 1). Maybe Ford is the answer afterall, with the latest Toyota problems, Chrysler and GMs financial woes. Sad day.

#173 of 967 more from mad mommy by madmommy3

Jan 29, 2010 (8:01 am)

maybe we if we all got aletter writing campaign with all complaints and sent to acura and perhaps got some media attention as well from various cities? strenght in numbers but that will put the resale value of your car in the toilet when it's time to unload it. just a thought.

#174 of 967 Re: class action suit [madmommy3] by jslivon

Jan 29, 2010 (8:19 am)

Replying to: madmommy3 (Jan 29, 2010 7:59 am)
If somebody would hire a lawyer regarding this, then provide contact info to join, we could all sign up. The more people you have, the less it would cost for legal fees, and the lawyer would work harder due to a larger pay out if we win. The other choice is to hire a lawyer on a contingent basis. There is no out-of-pocket money from us, but lawyers take from 25% to 33% of the winnings.
 
You have to hope the judge doesn't look at us as a bunch of whinny rich people (because we drive Acuras). Realistically, I don't think we have a leg to stand on unless you have "defective" parts in your hand and internal Acura documentation confirming they were aware of the problem and chose to cover it up. You need to prove "fraud". Keep in mind that plain "stupidity" is not illegal. That's another story.
 
Bottom line, my next car will be a Ford. I think they are the car company of the future.

#175 of 967 re: 2002 MDX by ta111

Jan 29, 2010 (10:51 am)

Just had my 2002 MDX (114,000 miles) at dealer for the shudder vibration issue. Found bad torque converter that needs replacement. Service dept. stated $1790 cost and Acura would pick up 25% of cost. I stated that this was unacceptable and I am the owner of 3 Acuras (including new TSX). Service dept called Acura again and they will pick up 50% of cost. I have accepted this.
Moral of story-don't accept their first offer-they know this is a wide-spread problem (our local dealer has replaced many converters and trannys in the MDX).

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