2014 Acura MDX owner complaints

I have an 2014 sh-AWD advance with entertainment package. After having vehicle a few months I made a call about noise coming from outside of car when backing and/or pulling forward like doing a 3 point turn. Was told it was normal for this vehicle. I asked when taking vehicle for first maintenance about grinding noise and told that these cars do that and was not a problem. I have been having issues that when pulling forward with wheels only slightly turned that there is a noise and alot of resistance in the steering. On one occasion at around 13,000 miles while parking, the steering made noise and jerked wheel back opposite of way I needed to go almost caused me to hit another car. Taking into service for 2nd maintenance and will once again point out this problem and see if anything can

Vehicle would not start initially and displayed several error codes once it finally started. Once I began driving it did not have normal steering control and seemed as the transmission had problems. It wouldn't accelerate normally and the rpms ran higher than usual. There was no difference when I switched between normal and sport mode like usual. The n orlando auto nation Acura stated the issues were caused by a bad battery but it was serviced a week prior at auto nation Honda and the battery tested good (see attached image). They replaced the battery and cleared the error codes but it seems like the steering is still loose and still has poor acceleration compared to before the issue with the error codes. I am very concerned about these issues for the safety of my family. It has been two d

Vehicle would not start initially and displayed several error codes once it finally started. Once I began driving it did not have normal steering control and seemed as the transmission had problems. It wouldn't accelerate normally and the rpms ran higher than usual. There was no difference when I switched between normal and sport mode like usual. The n orlando auto nation Acura stated the issues were caused by a bad battery but it was serviced a week prior at auto nation Honda and the battery tested good (see attached image). They replaced the battery and cleared the error codes but it seems like the steering is still loose and still has poor acceleration compared to before the issue with the error codes. I am very concerned about these issues for the safety of my family. It has been two d

my daughter drove the vehicle for an appointment. Parked it went in and upon return, started it but could not turn the steering wheel. It was nearly impossible to turn the wheel. When turned with force, it would vibrate. Message popped up stating "Power Steering System (EPS) Problem". I had it towed to my mechanic who identified the problem but wasn't able to obtain the parts due to non-availability. I had the vehicle towed to the dealership (McGrath Acura of Libertyville) where it still remains. It has been there for about two weeks as of Dec. 17, 2025 and still not updates on when the issue would be fixed. I made a phone call complaint to Honda of America three days ago. They left a message today asking me to call back stating a recall (I don't find any EPS recalls while I've found other

Power steering eps problem while driving and loosing steering. *tr

The car has periodically shown an alert indicating an imminent activation of the automatic braking safety system when nothing has been in front of the car. Today, it did it this morning, and then later in the morning, while driving 30 MPH, the car cut off, making it inoperable and it stopped in a travel lane of a busy road. We were able to re-start it long enough to navigate off the road to a safe location, and it promptly cut off again. After that, it wouldn't run for more than 30 seconds. Every warning imaginable (power steering problem, lane keep assist problem, emission system problem, vehicle stability assist problem, hill start assist problem) was displaying on the information panel in sequential order. We had the vehicle towed to an Acura dealership for inspection/repair. *tr

Upon startup the following warning lights come on and remain active: Brake System Problem, Power Steering Problem, Hill Start Assist Problem, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) Problem, Anti-Lock Break System Problem. Additionally, intermittingly a loud grinding noise can be heard from the button of the vehicle.

My brand new mdx has had issues with multiple warning lights appearing on the vehicle when starting the engine. This includes check engine warning, lane departure warning failure, power steering issue and possibly additional warnings. The vehicle did this the first time when I took delivery of the vehicle and at that time, was resolved by fixing a loose plug. Then it did it again when I was supposed to pick up my vehicle for a couple minor trim repairs saturday, december 7, 2014. The vehicle is still with service and they have yet to figure out what is causing the warning light issue. I was advised that they are in touch with Acura's tech line on this and they hope it will be resolved soon. Additionally, I completed further research on this and noted that other owners are experienc

The driver side head lights are brighter than the passenger side head lights. I get bright lighted all the time. It looks like my bright lights are on and their not. The from air conditioning / heat fan works off and on. The blower is acting up. The back heat fan ( blower) works all the time. I have to crack the front windows and fly down the highway to get the front fan to work.

First, I have had the vehicle for a little over a year. I have driven to florida and nc without issue. Today will be the 4th time taking my car to the Acura dealership in less than 3 months. Today the car started to kickback when I reach 20mph. Also, at 80mph the car is jerky when I accelerate or decrease and go again. Also when I release the gas, the speed decreases quickly as opposed to gradually. Around 60mph the car tends to have a slight jerk which ive notified Acura but they said I need a wheel alignment which ive done. The issue prior was all the lights in the dash came on the the drive function was almost paused while the vehicle was in motion. Acura claimed the issue was minor yet I am going again today. Prior to that issue, something near the tires was scratching or something whi

Drove the vehicle (22,000 miles) on the highway through death valley in september with temperature about 105 f. On the downward side of a pass on hwy 395 and was driving about 45 MPH, came into a view area and used the brakes. The vehicle violently shook with a loud noise engaged also used the emergency brake and it continued to roll forward. I did get it stopped and it sat for about 15 minutes while I was out taking pictures. Got back in and slowly started down the road and there was a very small feel of vibration within the next 10 minutes and then it was normal again. Since it wasn't an immediate issue after I got back didn't immediately take it to the dealer as it wasn't been used. The dealer is 115 miles away so it takes a schedule to turn it in. On 3 december did take it in a

The vehicle start shaking violently when braking at high speeds or with emergency braking. Braking efficiency may be suffering as well. The dealer refused to cover the repair under new vehicle warranty. I paid for the front rotors to be resurfanced at 38000 miles but the problem is back at 45000 miles. The dealer is performing the same repair but concern is that this will keep happening. This a major safety issue.

When coming to a sudden stop the brake light will flash on the dashboard accompanied by a beeping sound for approximately 3 seconds. I have brought it into the dealers ship in metairie louisiana and am told that they cannot duplicate the problem. This has occurred approximately 4 times intermittently over the last 3 months. I am concerned because the owners manual states the brake system is failing or the brake fluid is low. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Acura mdx. While driving approximately 30 MPH on a snowy day, the vehicle slid across the intersection and crashed into a guardrail. The failure impacted the front driver side, but only the passenger side air bags deployed. A police report was filed. The front passenger sustained a minor injury that did not require medical attention. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but stated that the vehicle was in good shape. The failure mileage was 30,000.

Drivers side door window was inoperable several days over the winter. Acura said it was due to polar vortex. Other windows worked find. Door handle on this door has also failed. Struggle with windshield frosts on drivers side as well. It seems like there is a bad seal on this door that is allowing moisture in causing door handle to fail and window to freeze. *js

While driving in a main road, smoke started to fill the inside of the car. Pulled over immediately, opened the hood, there was fire that was rapidly expanding. Call 911, by the time they arrived (about 4 to 5 mins), the fire consumed the entire car.

S10 appropriate handling- letter to the secretary from re copy of letter to Acura usa vice president john mendel regarding 2014 Acura mdx throttle problem and requesting inspection to ensure safety *tgw the consumer stated on the morning of november 17, 2014, while entering the garage, the vehicle lurched forward and would not respond to the brake. The vehicle went through the back of the garage and caused significant damaged to her home and the vehicle. *jb

2014 Acura mdx. Consumer writes in regards to defective voice control system. *smd the consumer stated the voice control system dud not understand his voice or his wife's voice. The dealer could not explain the control features. *jb

First, many new vehicles install halogen head lamps, some of them are white in color. These head lamps are exceptionally bright. I live in california where there is law restricting the brightness of these lamps. I strongly believe that some of these head lamps are overly bright because it blinds my eyes at night. One model in particular is the new 2013, 2014 prius. I wonder if they pass the requirement of law of all the states. Second, most of the models manufactured by Acura and Mercedes benz installed frog lights and by default, the frog is turned on without the head lamp. This violates law in california. I am not sure where to file complain, but hope you can redirect to the appropriate party. This concerns drives safety. Thank you very much. *tr

On numerous occasions my car shutters and will not accell or will lunge without pressure being applied to the far pedal. I've taken the car back to the dealership numerous times and they replace transmission fluid, etc. Nothing helps. A service person working at the dealership told me that they are trying to wait for my warranty to expire.