| Warzau |
| This is poll is for the currently running recall affecting the 01 and 02 MDX transmission. If you have had it done please vote, and post any related information you have,mileage done, dealer done at,etc. Also Please post if you are affected and have or have not received the recall notice, and included in your post the date,current mileage. Then when it is completed update your post or reply. PLEASE DO NOT post here if you did not have the or are currently affected by the recall. For anything else post here http://www.acuramdx.org/forums/show...&threadid=16817 |
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| Warzau |
BTW.
Affected, 02 MDX mileage currently 26k have not received notice in mail as of 5/3/04. |
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| xfactor |
quote:
Originally posted by Warzau
BTW.
Affected, 02 MDX mileage currently 26k have not received notice in mail as of 5/3/04.
Same here. |
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| socalJD |
quote:
Originally posted by xfactor
Same here.
Ditto, except I'm near 30k now.
I think it will be a LONG time before us '02 owners get our notices since there are so many high mileage '01's ahead of us - I'm hoping that they don't run out of replacement trannys or kits by the time my VIN gets called . . . my gut tells me that his will be the MOTHER of all Honda/Acura recalls . . . |
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| Pauls MDX |
| I had mine replaced at 30K miles (it was slipping in 3rd gear), now at 42K and still running good. Still have to check with Acura to see if I need the oil jet kit installed or was it done with the re-manufactured tranny? |
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| ZOINKS! |
I'm currently at 54K, and today my wife noticed that the car was acting up. Took it out for drive, and sure enough, the car feels as thought it's surging, even on straight and smooth roads. I just checked owner link and sure enough, I'm affected by the recall.
Oh, did I mention that the transmission was replaced once before at 30Kmiles?
Acura, if your reading this, EXTEND OUR WARRANTIES!!!!!! |
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| texrb |
I am affected but have not yet received the recall notice - 22k miles.
I am not surprised, since mine is one of the last '01s built and the notices weren't being sent out until this month anyway. I don't expect to get my notice until the end of the month at the earliest.
I have not had any problems with the transmission to date and the color of the fluid looks fine to me. I'll post once I get the recall notice. |
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| Rob |
| Nothing like the internet to get people chomping at the bit. It was just publicly announced like a week ago people! Give them some time. They're gonna need some time to make like a few hundred thousand oil jet kits before they get you all running down to the dealers to have them put on. |
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| Warzau |
| If you bother to read, I req people post if they were affected, what the mileage was currently what year and if they gotten the mailing. AFTER they had the service done to come back and update their post or reply and vote. We all know when the recall was annouced. This poll has no end date.:rolleyes: Now let's keep this thread on the current topic. I'll prob bump it once a week. |
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| Oh_My_Baby |
| If you don't want to wait, just call the dealer and have them check on your VIN. I guess the system will automatically let you know your X need fix or not. |
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| greatscot |
quote:
Originally posted by Warzau
BTW. Affected, 02 MDX mileage currently 26k have not received notice in mail as of 5/3/04.
Ditto, I'm also affected (infected) '02 X w/26K, found detail of recall on Owner's Link (thanks to this board), called the dealer-no parts yet, they will mail notice to me when parts are in, then I have to call for appointment. :rolleyes: Not happy about spending what I did for this car and have this happen. I went through transmission replacements (several times) with two chrysler crappers before making the move to Acura. :3: Maybe they'll throw in a NAV DVD upgrade for my trouble? Not holding my breath. |
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| djake |
| I have a 2002 MDX with 42k on it. My tranny started acting up a little over a week ago so I took it in. I got the call this morning that the tranny will have to be replaced. I asked if it had anything to do with the recall and the reply was that they tested for that as the problem but found that the problem was due to something else. In any case, I'm X-less until the new tranny comes in. |
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| Oh_My_Baby |
quote:
Originally posted by djake
I have a 2002 MDX with 42k on it. My tranny started acting up a little over a week ago.
Could you please describe in details the symptoms so that all of us can watch out?
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| djake |
"Could you please describe in details the symptoms so that all of us can watch out?"
Sure.
I was accelerating up a small hill and the tranny went to shift into a higher gear and it wouldn't shift. The RPM's went up to around 5k before I pulled over. I shut the car off for a second, then back on and then the check engine light was on (not sure why because according to the manual it's for emissions) I limped it home from there and the problem didn't happen again but shifting was noticibly rough. The dealer said it was ok to drive it in rather than have it towed.
My service contact said it was not related to the recall but that they have seen this issue with 3 or 4 other MDX's in the past couple years. I'll get more info. from the tech when I go to the dealer to get my rental car later today. They gave me an Acura RSX as a loaner and I requested something bigger since I'll be without the MDX for another week or so. |
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| Oh_My_Baby |
quote:
Originally posted by djake
"Could you please describe in details the symptoms so that all of us can watch out?"
My service contact said it was not related to the recall but that they have seen this issue with 3 or 4 other MDX's in the past couple years. I'll get more info. from the tech when I go to the dealer to get my rental car later today. They gave me an Acura RSX as a loaner and I requested something bigger since I'll be without the MDX for another week or so.
Thanks for the info, djake!
Please keep us update on your X, i.e, repair or replace?
If you are still on warrantly, use the 24 hour road service in case the car stall again. Acura should give an equivalent loan car. RSX is a dawn small car. Lexus would loan an equivalent car. |
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| msu79gt82 |
I have always gotten TL's for loaners - last time was an '04 with 4 miles on the odometer. I seriously doubt I'd get any better from Lexus.
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Originally posted by Oh_My_Baby
RSX is a dawn small car. Lexus would loan an equivalent car.
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| TheWorm |
Well, this thread certainly has wavered from the original intent.
Lexus loans RX300/330 and ES300/330. Most larger dealers have a corporate-provided fleet of 50+ of them. My old Lexus dealer had something like 65+ loaners. I was shocked by the number but I asked and they also told me they run 85-100 cars through the service department every day.
You're not going to be guaranteed an "equivalent" car, but it can't hurt to ask for something larger based on the severity of the problem and length of time they'll have the X. But based on my local dealer experience, if you get something with an FM radio and power windows, consider yourself lucky. I invariably end up with a low-end $hitbox from Enterprise. |
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| Warzau |
You got that right Worm even after me asking two times. :rolleyes:.
But when I take in my X for service I always ask for a larger car, "I have a baby seat" usually get a TL or TSX. But lets get back on topic guys. PLEASE. :4:
PLEASE DO NOT post here if you did not have the or are currently affected by the recall. For anything else post here http://www.acuramdx.org/forums/show...&threadid=16817 |
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| PaBi |
2002 X with 26k miles - no mail notice as of 05/05, and so far no trbls with tranny either.
Talked to dealer in Woodfield, IL - parts havent arrived yet (05/02) |
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| eltigre |
This is the first that I've heard of the recall. My is X is 01 with 63K, haven't seen anything about any recall, but it's been acting funny. Lights come on for no reason, shifts rough in low gears, and strange vibration from the front end (seems like something is loose).
Where can I check if my X is included in the recall?
Thanks,
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| Warzau |
Please no more discussions, please move all discussion to the thread I posted. This thread is just for posting of
Year,mileage, received card or not. Then afterward when you have had you service done come back, vote and report what happened. |
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| dfroim |
Hi all,
mine '02 with ~24.5K on it is affected.
Do not expect to receive a recall notice soon, since I read somewhere(I guess in other thread here) they're going to start sending in mid-May to '01 owners first, so I just contacted my dealer today asking if they can do it. Usually they're very good, I hope this time they will be too.
Will post results. |
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| dfroim |
| Got an appointment scheduled for the recall for 5/18 with no problems and was told that I'm the first to do that over there. As of now Park Ave Acura was perfect to me. Will be back for voting when it's done. |
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| Warzau |
| Excellent Thanks for the input. |
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| CHiatt |
I took my '02 in to take care of an outside mirror problem before the warranty runs out.
Details: Base '02 with 45,502 miles on the clock, no previous transmission problems, tow package installed at 1,000 miles (by me), occasionally tow an 18' Sea-Ray OB bow rider boat and last summer towed a u-haul full of college students stuff from Orlando, FL to Auburn, AL, transmission drained/re-filled (1x) at 30,000 miles, no letter from Acura as of 05/08/04 and Fountain Acura in Orlando FL performed the recall.
I noticed that the "oil jet" fitting now resides in the transmission fill port on top of the transmission housing. Since I do my own service and will likely want to remove the jet to fill the transmission, I wonder if there is some "orientation" of the jet and what seals are required. I intend to ask for a copy of the instructions when I return for the mirror replacement (they had the parts to perform the inspection and installed the oil jet kit but had to order the mirror?!).
Regards, |
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| Warzau |
| Thanks for the infomation CHiatt. |
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| jsolo18 |
| Over one year after the transimission of my 2001 MDX Touring became dysfunctional; and after several Acura dealers stated, "there's nothing wrong" , my transmission will be replaced next week. |
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| mogur |
Apparently the "new and improved" 2003/2004 transmissions have problems as well. My coworkers 2003 is in for a new transmission at 32,000 miles. It started shifting hard and slipping between gears.
quote:
Originally posted by djake
I have a 2002 MDX with 42k on it. My tranny started acting up a little over a week ago so I took it in. I got the call this morning that the tranny will have to be replaced. I asked if it had anything to do with the recall and the reply was that they tested for that as the problem but found that the problem was due to something else. In any case, I'm X-less until the new tranny comes in.
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| wmquan |
I'm taking my 2001 in for its 45k service next Tuesday, and they'll look at the transmission then. I'll enter in my vote afterwards.
The service advisor told me that they've checked forty MDX's so far, and they haven't had to replace one. He suspects that the transmission replacements are more frequent in warmer climates (we're in the Seattle area). This is of course just his personal observation, but their service department has been good in the almost ten years we've used them. |
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| jwsmithjim |
| 2002 MDX with 34k on it. Took the MDX to Pohanka Acura, Chantilly Va, for routing oil/filter change on May 12th, 2004. I didn't mention the transmission recall, but did ask for the brake clunk TSB to be completed. When I picked the MDX up I was told the transmission recall was completed. Was told they run a camera into the transmission, take some pictures, send them to Acura, Acura evaluates, reports back. Mine was fine and kit installed. Total time for brake clunk TSB and transmission recall, 3 hours. The brake TSB did take care of the clunk. I was not having any transmission problems and so far so good. |
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| Oh_My_Baby |
quote:
Originally posted by jwsmithjim
2002 MDX with 34k on it. Took the MDX to Pohanka Acura, Chantilly Va, for routing oil/filter change on May 12th, 2004. I didn't mention the transmission recall, but did ask for the brake clunk TSB to be completed. When I picked the MDX up I was told the transmission recall was completed. Was told they run a camera into the transmission, take some pictures, send them to Acura, Acura evaluates, reports back. Mine was fine and kit installed. Total time for brake clunk TSB and transmission recall, 3 hours. The brake TSB did take care of the clunk. I was not having any transmission problems and so far so good.
Did you vote yet? I'm glad Acura is doing something. Otherwise, I'd be very jealous with my neighbor Lexus. |
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| dfroim |
As I mentioned in previous post, today I had an appointment for the recall(no mailing from Acura, just per my request).
Just got a call from my dealer while was reading this thread, - no replacement for me, just oil kit is installed(voted). Will pick it up at night. |
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| ramon |
2001 base MDX at ~26k.
No mail notice yet as of today, 05/19.
Dropped off the X at the dealer this morning for the recall inspection and no problem was found so the oil jet kit was installed.
Picked up the X at lunch time today. |
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| vingengo |
Got my 2001 X to Chevy Chase Acura dealership in MD today.
Jet Kit installed covered by warranty/recall campaign.
I was told there is NO damage to the transmission. I did not receive notice from Acura. I have 38,300 miles on the X.
Next fix is the brake clunk. |
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| wmquan |
| My 2001 MDX was taken in for its 45k mile service and the transmission checked. The oil jet was installed, the transmission does not need to be replaced. My vote's been entered. |
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| BostonX |
Brought my 2002 w/ 30,000 miles in today: No transmission problem, oil jet kit installed.
Kind of disappointed, was really looking forward to a new transmission! :p
Service guy said that they had replaced only one tranny so far for this particular recall and that vehicle had over 100,000 miles on it. Wouldn't say how many cars they've "tested" so far.
Got a brand-new, 2004 TSX as a loaner! Cool car. Thanks Acura of Bellevue!!!
P.S. Yes, I voted. |
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| Oh_My_Baby |
quote:
Originally posted by BostonX
Brought my 2002 w/ 30,000 miles in today: No transmission problem, oil jet kit installed.
Did you notice any significant change? Quieter hum? |
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| apple904 |
| Got the recal in the mail 2 days ago. My 2001 has 45K on it and I have not noticed any symptoms. Will let you know what they do after I take it in next week. |
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| BostonX |
quote:
Originally posted by Oh_My_Baby
Did you notice any significant change? Quieter hum?
No change, just some peace of mind (for the time being!). |
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| tmsquirg |
| I have a 2001 MDX with 43K. For the past 13K or so, it periodically would shudder when switching gears. The dealer couldn't find anything wrong with it at 30K, and the problem has been occurring more frequently. I called and have an appointment for the transmission recall on 6/1. I'm wondering, though, if the car already has these symptoms does this mean the transmission is damaged and definitely needs to be replaced or is it possible the "patch" will work? I guess I'm concerned they may just install the "patch" and I may run into more transmission problems after the warranty is up. I'd imagine they are going to want to replace as few as possible. Thanks. |
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| Warzau |
| again discussions about the recall please post in the other thread this thread is for people who are affected and have had the service done or are waiting. When they are done they post the results of the "fix" |
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| wlmdx |
| Finally got my x back(2002 with 13500 miles) . Transmission replaced, battery replaced, atf replaced, shims installed, all under warranty. Got a Toyota Corolla for loaner. The x drives much much smoother. voted. |
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| Warzau |
| WOW 13k and they replaced the trans, I think yours is the one with the lowest mileage. |
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| Oh_My_Baby |
quote:
Originally posted by wlmdx
Finally got my x back(2002 with 13500 miles) . Transmission replaced, battery replaced, atf replaced, shims installed, all under warranty. Got a Toyota Corolla for loaner. The x drives much much smoother. voted.
How come the battery, and atf (what is it???) had to be replaced.
2002 with only 13,500 ??? and all of those replacements. The car must be either retired early or born with a lot of defect. |
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| DaleB |
atf is Automatic Transmission Fluid..right? I would hope they would not use the same fluid from the old tranny.....:4:
Of course if they did, that may start to explain some of these failures. |
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| pvmdx |
No mail notice as of 5/21/04. Acura Customer relations claims to have started mailing out notices on 5/12. I live near Honda/Acura HQ and my MDX was purchased in Nov. 2000. Where are these notices? Who's getting them first?
By my request, I brought in my '01 (38K miles) today for the transmission recall. Oil jet kit was installed. Service advisor says he's expecting a deluge of calls starting next week for the inspection. |
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| jj_mdx |
just got mine inspected and oil kit installed...
i didn't have the letter but the service rep did it anyway... acturally, he emailed me about the availability of the kit yesterday, and asked me to bring mine in...
voted as such... |
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| xfactor |
| Inspection is complete -- Transmission Normal, Jet Kit Installed... Had it done with my 30k service at 28.6k miles... |
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| Pauls MDX |
Just brought mine in for a routine service and TSB repairs. Had my tranny replaced with an Acura Rebuilt at 30,000 miles now at 45,000 miles. Believe it or not they didn't install the oil jet when the tranny was replaced! They are installing the oil jet kit now, the tranny is still fine considering only 15k on the new one. Also getting the seat rails fixed, leaky rear end (transaxle), squeaky sunroof, tranny service 1 refill, new side molding for 2004 installed (old one was peeling off and dealer replaced for free) and a tire rotation. Next time I will go for the dash squeak and strut noise in front. I'll post an updated pick when pick up to see any opinions on the old side molding versus the new one.
PS - Got a TSX for a loaner and am very impressed with handling and power. Feels wierd to be sitting on the floor. Has the infamous warped front rotors at 12,000 miles. |
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| texrb |
Had oil jet kit installed - tranny ok. Only have 22,650 miles on it, so I figured it would be ok. I also had rear brake shims replaced per the TSB - MUCH quieter :4:
I didn't receive the notification from Acura yet for the recall, but they said no problem, since they had plenty of kits.
Total time they had the MDX was 5.5 hours. I had a loaner, so no inconvenience to me. |
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| Warzau |
| Passed by Westmont Acura in Westmont,Ill spoke to a service rep, they have no tools or equipment yet. |
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| jsolo18 |
Got my 2001 MDX Touring back from the dealer after eight days.
Dealer said I needed a new tranny and ordered it. Acura said, replace the EGR valve first. EGR valve was replaced. Car was still symptomatic. Dealer calls Acura with results and Acura balks. Dealer needed to involve district and Northeast regional reps to bend a rather anal Acura. Finally they relented. New transmission was installed. Guess what? It works. This does not bode well for Honda's "luxury division". Who would repeat this mistake when there are other marques with more accomodating attitudes? |
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| Pauls MDX |
Picked mine up today and they had installed the oil jet kit, they tranny was still good considering it was replaced 15,000 miles ago. Also they were nice enough to replace the side molding with the 2004 style for free considering my old one was peeling and like the way it looks!
PS - My dealer replaced my tranny with no problems at all. I had third gear slipping. |
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| cmjcrj700pilot |
| Affected...mileage 55.535 no notice received...2001 model |
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| MDXLooker |
Brought my 2002 to Clair Acura in Boston area.
No letter from Acura, but message on OwnerLink so I had
car in service all day for the following service with ~14K miles:
1) Transmission inspected, no problems. Oil Jet installed.
2) Replaced Brake Pads as part of Clunking noise from Brake TSB
3) Replaced Radio Antenna and Base for better AM reception.
4) Oh yea, had oil and filter changed for $28.05. |
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| BWSmith201 |
I just got mine done yesterday, no damage to the transmission, they installed the jet kit.
Car was in for an oil change / cracked headlight replacement and the service advisor had them go ahead and do it.
Haven't received my notice yet, he told me to look for it and ignore it. 2002 at ~42,400.
Glad to have it done! |
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| Pauls MDX |
How do you refill the transmission after the oil jet kit is installed? It seems as if the kit blocks the tranny oil fill hole? Are you supposed to fill thru the dipstick? Thats going to be a nightmare!
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| gasman |
| Had oil kit installed last week - almpst 60,00 miloes - trouble free. Did not get recall in mail yet, but dealer (Rick Starr, in Ft. Pierce, FL, did it anyway) Also, had read brake shim kit installed - this did stoprear brake clunk.... quite happy! |
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| SLA |
I have a 2002 with about 35k miles. Took it into dealer the week before last with complaints of engine surge and the check engine light coming on. They checked and told me the light was related to something else and sent me home. Car continued to surge so I took it back. They did the recall service and it worked fine for two days and surged again today.
Called the dealer and he said to bring it in on Tuesday for a transmission replacement. We'll see how it goes. |
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| evoge |
quote:
Originally posted by Pauls MDX
How do you refill the transmission after the oil jet kit is installed? It seems as if the kit blocks the tranny oil fill hole? Are you supposed to fill thru the dipstick? Thats going to be a nightmare!
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My question exactly. I'm due for at least a 1X change soon.
Had the inspection and oiljet installed on Friday at Price Acura in Dover, DE. The customer care rep said only one MDX in their region (DE/MD?) got a new tranny.
Let's keep our fingers crossed for the next 100k miles! |
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| jatharp |
| Had my 02 trans checked at Continental Acura of lisle yesterday, Everything looked perfectly ok. Also had the shims put in the rear brakes. |
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| greatscot |
Have Tranny recall appointment tomorrow.
BTW, I never got a letter from Acura about the recall, I just got anxious after reading about it here, then visiting Ownerlink to verify I was in the recall. I called the dealer and they said they would be sending out notices. I never got anything. So, hearing nothing from them, I called to set the appointment. They told me it will take two visits, one to inspect it, another to do any needed fix.
Will post result afterwards. |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by greatscot
They told me it will take two visits, one to inspect it, another to do any needed fix.
Will post result afterwards.
Strange, they did mine in one visit. And only 4 hrs. They added the jet. For sure it would take another appt. if the tranny needs to be replaced, but even then you would think they would just keep it. |
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| Warzau |
| I agree with Dale most here so far have just mentioned one visit. It would be strange for you to come then depending if they just add the jet or needs the tranny replaced have you come back? Why not just keep the MDX there? |
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| greatscot |
quote:
Originally posted by DaleB
Strange, they did mine in one visit. And only 4 hrs. They added the jet. For sure it would take another appt. if the tranny needs to be replaced, but even then you would think they would just keep it.
Did you go to University Acura? If so, there's hope. Also, mine is a later build date than yours, so hopefully I'll only need the jet fix, if anything. Thanks Dale, did you get a loaner? Last time I was in they gave me a brand new TSX, I was the first driver. :4: |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by greatscot
Did you go to University Acura? If so, there's hope. Also, mine is a later build date than yours, so hopefully I'll only need the jet fix, if anything. Thanks Dale, did you get a loaner? Last time I was in they gave me a brand new TSX, I was the first driver. :4:
Yup, went to University. Got a white (aren't they all?) TSX. Strangely, I got a phone call from Acura that suggested I call University and have them check my VIN for a recall. He would not even tell me what recall. Maybe it was connected with Owner's Link. I don't know. |
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| tmsquirg |
| I have a 2001 MDX with 44K and called to take it in for the recall because the car was shuddering while driving. They said the transmission was fine and that the shuddering is normal, which I find extremely hard to believe as it has been worsening. The tech said it's from torque convertor lock up or gear hunting and a lot of MDXs have it. When I asked it there was something they could do to fix it, he said the transmission would need to be replaced and didn't think Acura would go for it since there was no transmission damage. Filed a complaint with Acura Client Services. |
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| Mikel |
Had the inspection done on Wednesday, tranny OK.
2001 MDX with 65,000 miles, VIN in the 5300 range (early build). |
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| hammermdx |
quote:
Originally posted by tmsquirg
I have a 2001 MDX with 44K and called to take it in for the recall because the car was shuddering while driving. They said the transmission was fine and that the shuddering is normal, which I find extremely hard to believe as it has been worsening. The tech said it's from torque convertor lock up or gear hunting and a lot of MDXs have it. When I asked it there was something they could do to fix it, he said the transmission would need to be replaced and didn't think Acura would go for it since there was no transmission damage. Filed a complaint with Acura Client Services.
Stick to your guns, as I'm afraid to say it sounds like you're gonna need a new tranny. The good news is it's fully documentated now, and you should have no problems if you get to over 50K miles.
Also, this shouldn't be in the Poll thread. |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by hammermdx
Stick to your guns, as I'm afraid to say it sounds like you're gonna need a new tranny. The good news is it's fully documentated now, and you should have no problems if you get to over 50K miles.
Also, this shouldn't be in the Poll thread.
He could also get an extended warranty now. While he is still under the original warranty, for about half a price of a new tranny and it would cover everything else. Kind of like wrappping your X in armor. but you got to pay the price. |
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| jst4fun |
Took my X in last week for maintenance and the service rep called me an hour later & said I was affected by the Recall and he needed to inspect the tranny. Turned out no damage, jet oil kit installed.
Millage: 39,000
Dealer: Pasadena Acura
I was happy I did'nt have to tell them to check the Vin, they did it themselves.
No recall notice from Acura yet. |
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| greatscot |
Just voted on the poll. Got the X back this afternoon, Jet fix only:)
Also inspected for brake clunk and installed shims. Car rode well back to the office.
Told the Service Manager about not getting any notices at all. He said the ones' with likely higher mileage are getting the notices first.
I also told him that OwnerLink has no data at all on my X. So when I get on there, there is no maintenance history at all. He said they have switched to a new computer system and it may be a little while before anything shows up on OwnerLink. :confused:
Oh, no loaner available today :( So busy doing work, no loaner's left. They did give me a ride to work though, in a TW X (what I call a Bus man's Holiday :p ) Had to find my own ride back. :1: |
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| ufbz |
My 2001 MDX has 86000 miles on it and I received recall letter on 5/28/04. Sent my X in today and just got a call from dealer that the tranny will be replaced and I need to wait for a week to get the part. So I will keep my TL loaner for a week. Think of taking a road trip this weekend :-)
I have pretty much followed all the recommended service schedule on the manual. At around 45k miles, I had a failed idle controller replaced. Ever since then, I also noticed the buzz sound whenever I put foot on gas pedal over 30mph. As soon as I take my foot off the pedal, the noise is gone. Hope the new tranny will fix this problem.
I also got the dreaded "check engine" and "VTM-4" lights on last week. From the research here it maybe due to EGR valve system. So I ask them to check that problem out as well.
Will vote once I get my X back. |
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| oceanMDX |
I had my 2001 MDX (82,000 KM) inspected today, and all it required was the installation of the kit.
According to the dealer here in Vancouver, you do not require notice in the mail for them to do the fix! If your vehicle's VIN is included in the recall, you may bring it in at any time for service.
All they are inspecting is the 2nd gear in the transmission. In Canada, they take photographs inside the transmission and transmit them to Toronto. The experts in Toronto examine the photos and decide if the transmission needs to be replaced.
I was told that my 2nd gear looked so good that they didn't even need to take pictures for Toronto's opinion.
The kit that they installed goes right over the "fill bolt", so that if you want to add any more fluid, you have to take the kit apart and remove part of it, add the fluid, then put it back together!!!! Actually, the original fill bolt was replaced, because now there is a tube that goes through the center of the new fill bolt to this kit. The tech tried to tell me how to do thus, but I sure as hell would rather just try to add fluid through the "check level stick hole", even though the tech told me that "that would take a week". The problem is, this other hole is very narrow. I think you have to use a funnel in a turkey baster that would (hopefully) fit into the hole.
Basically, this transmission kit, is integrated into the newer transmissions - but it is internal according to the tech that I taked to. People that now have this kit, will have a much harder time adding transmission fluid in the future.
I'm not impressed with the fix. It's sort of a jerry-rigged gizmo necessary to improve lubrication to the 2nd gear.
All this recall regards is just one small area in the transmission - the 2nd gear. If you have something wrong with any other part in the transmission don't assume that this inspection will catch it.
Another thing I learned from the tech regards towing the MDX behind a motor home. You have to be very careful not to shift into neutral from reverse just before you tow. It is critical that you shift from drive into neutral, otherwise, the transmission will run in reverse as you tow it and that will destroy the transmission. They had one MDX where this apparently happened and the transmission was so burned up that it took them 3 days to get the smell out of the shop. It was totally destroyed. |
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| Emerald01 |
My tranny got inspected today after I brought it in for the check engine lignt and VTM-4 light coming on which turned out to be the typical EGR valve. So I received no letter yet.
Mine got the oil jet kit.
33k miles and I voted.
Not sure if I'm really happy:confused:
At this point in my mileage, would I be better with a new tranny or one that was fixed to last til my warrenty runs out?
Still consider the extended warrenty. I usually don't buy these things. But my wife thinks we should get it. |
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| oceanMDX |
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Originally posted by Warzau
I agree with Dale most here so far have just mentioned one visit. It would be strange for you to come then depending if they just add the jet or needs the tranny replaced have you come back? Why not just keep the MDX there?
That's because they have to take photos inside the transmission and have other experts (for Canada they're in Toronto) look at these photos and approve any transmission replacement. So it's not really up to the individual dealership. |
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| oceanMDX |
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Originally posted by tmsquirg
I have a 2001 MDX with 44K and called to take it in for the recall because the car was shuddering while driving. They said the transmission was fine and that the shuddering is normal, which I find extremely hard to believe as it has been worsening. The tech said it's from torque convertor lock up or gear hunting and a lot of MDXs have it. When I asked it there was something they could do to fix it, he said the transmission would need to be replaced and didn't think Acura would go for it since there was no transmission damage. Filed a complaint with Acura Client Services.
It's good that you filed a complaint, because the transmission recall has absolutely nothing to do with your transmission complaint. The recall only checks the 2nd gear. If other parts in your transmission are worn out, the recall doesn't help you - unless the 2nd gear is burned you are SOL. |
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| run2bike |
MDX 2001, towing pkg, navigation pkg, 52K miles:
Loved my MDX which was mostly trouble free. Two years ago, an emission valve needed to be replaced. On Saturday, suddenly, while driving up a short, but steep pass on my way to Southern California, the car began to sputter. When I pushed the gas peddle, I heard the motor reeve up, but the engine did not kick in. I limped to the nearest exit. I called AAA. The car was towed to an Acura dealership in Santa Monica... some 50 miles away.
I knew about the recall for MDX transmission problems. I did not receive a letter.
To make a long story short, my car is still in Santa Monica, 200 miles away. I was told the transmission required replacement. I was given a TSX... a hot little number. Too bad, it's too small for my purposes.
So far, I have been very pleased by the attention and service of S.M. Acura. |
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| greatscot |
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Originally posted by run2bike
MDX 2001, towing pkg, navigation pkg, 52K miles:
Loved my MDX which was mostly trouble free. Two years ago, an emission valve needed to be replaced. On Saturday, suddenly, while driving up a short, but steep pass on my way to Southern California, the car began to sputter. When I pushed the gas peddle, I heard the motor reeve up, but the engine did not kick in. I limped to the nearest exit. I called AAA. The car was towed to an Acura dealership in Santa Monica... some 50 miles away.
I knew about the recall for MDX transmission problems. I did not receive a letter.
To make a long story short, my car is still in Santa Monica, 200 miles away. I was told the transmission required replacement. I was given a TSX... a hot little number. Too bad, it's too small for my purposes.
So far, I have been very pleased by the attention and service of S.M. Acura.
Where are you? Sounds like you were going over the Grapevine? |
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| DaleB |
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Originally posted by greatscot
Where are you? Sounds like you were going over the Grapevine?
I think 'attempting' is the operative word. :banghead: |
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| run2bike |
Where are you? Sounds like you were going over the Grapevine?
Actually not the Grapevine, though that was a pretty good guess :). I drove from the central coast south on HWY 101. I hobbled over Cajon Pass. Thank goodness for a downhill and the Wendy Drive exit.
On my way back home, I had to drive over the Grapevine and then take HWY 166..... due to the Gaviota fire. This past weekend, my stars were just not in line :D.
Still no news from Santa Monica. |
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| R Stevens |
My 2002 MDX transmission was checked today. No problems were found and the jet kit was installed.
Brake clunk was also fixed as was a noise problem with the front susspension. |
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| Sid |
Took my 2002 X in yesterday, 41,500 miles, they ran the tests and said I needed the new transmission. So now I'm driving it hoping nothing happens between now and early next week when the transmission is to come in and they can schedule a time to get it in.
I'm glad they were able to work this one out as it is a Canadian X bought "new" in the US through a Lexus dealer. The Lexus dealer promised to make good on any warranty wor | | | |
