2014 Acura MDX Technical Service Bulletins

270 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 Acura MDX. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10159449Apr 30, 2019Body and structure, Electrical system. Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 MDXs with a complaint of the automatic tailgate inop. The failure modes include the tailgate opening under power but immediately closing (reversing) on its own or the tailgate opening under power partially before stopping, requiring manual operation to fully open. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like…
• 10159046Apr 18, 2019Body and structure, Electrical system. Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 MDXs with a complaint of the automatic tailgate inop. The failure modes include the tailgate opening under power but immediately closing (reversing) on its own or the tailgate opening under power partially before stopping, requiring manual operation to fully open. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like…
• 10159186Apr 10, 2019Body and structure, Electrical system. Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 MDXs with a complaint of the automatic tailgate inop. The failure modes include the tailgate opening under power but immediately closing (reversing) on its own or the tailgate opening under power partially before stopping, requiring manual operation to fully open. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like…
• 10158754Apr 4, 2019Latches, locks and linkages, Body and structure. Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 MDXs with a complaint of the automatic tailgate inop. The failure modes include the tailgate opening under power but immediately closing (reversing) on its own or the tailgate opening under power partially before stopping, requiring manual operation to fully open. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like…
• 10156629Mar 28, 2019Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 MDXs with a complaint of the automatic tailgate inop. The failure modes include the tailgate opening under power but immediately closing (reversing) on its own or the tailgate opening under power partially before stopping, requiring manual operation to fully open. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like…
• 10156628Mar 27, 2019Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 MDXs with a complaint of the automatic tailgate inop. The failure modes include the tailgate opening under power but immediately closing (reversing) on its own or the tailgate opening under power partially before stopping, requiring manual operation to fully open. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like…
• 10155398Mar 21, 2019Latches, locks and linkages, Body and structure. Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 MDXs with a complaint of the automatic tailgate inop. The failure modes include the tailgate opening under power but immediately closing (reversing) on its own or the tailgate opening under power partially before stopping, requiring manual operation to fully open. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like…
• 10154162Feb 25, 2019Latches, locks and linkages, Body and structure, Electrical system. Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 MDXs with a complaint of the automatic tailgate inop. The failure modes include the tailgate opening under power but immediately closing (reversing) on its own or the tailgate opening under power partially before stopping, requiring manual operation to fully open. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like…
• 10153885Feb 20, 2019Steering. Service Bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it is adjusted in or out.
• 10153510Feb 11, 2019Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 MDXs with a complaint of the automatic tailgate inop. The failure modes include the tailgate opening under power but immediately closing (reversing) on its own or the tailgate opening under power partially before stopping, requiring manual operation to fully open. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like…
• 10153442Feb 5, 2019Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 MDXs with a complaint of the automatic tailgate inop. The failure modes include the tailgate opening under power but immediately closing (reversing) on its own or the tailgate opening under power partially before stopping, requiring manual operation to fully open. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like…
• 10152748Jan 11, 2019Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 MDXs with a complaint of the automatic tailgate inop. The failure modes include the tailgate opening under power but immediately closing (reversing) on its own or the tailgate opening under power partially before stopping, requiring manual operation to fully open. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like…
• 10146075Oct 17, 2018Brakes. Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2018 MDXs with a client complaint of vibration in the steering wheel while braking. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10145421Sep 28, 2018Electrical system. Service bulletin - After the software update, some vehicles, based on how they are driven (extreme conditions), may still experience ATF deterioration after updating the PGM-FI or A/T system and the shudder may return. The problem is typically diagnosedas a bad Torque Converter (TC). There is no damage to the TC, but because the ATF has deteriorated, it needs to be changed even though the "ATF Service Due" message…
• 10145420Sep 28, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the torque converter was not causing the judder and the transmission is not damaged by this judder.
• 10145424Sep 25, 2018Steering. Engineering request for investigation - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2018 MDXs with a client complaint of vibration in the steering wheel while braking. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10145408Sep 21, 2018Steering. Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2018 MDXs with a client complaint of vibration in the steering wheel while braking. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10145402Sep 17, 2018Seats. Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2018 MDXs with a client complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10145032Sep 1, 2018Fuel system. Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
• 10144384Aug 31, 2018Seats. Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2018 MDXs with a client complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10144369Aug 15, 2018Seats. Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2018 MDXs with a client complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10144047Aug 9, 2018Seats. Engineering request for investigation - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2018 MDXs with a client complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10143702Jul 31, 2018Seats. Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2018 MDXs with a client complaint of the 2nd row seats false latching. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10143346Jul 12, 2018Equipment. Service news article - If the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD) isn't responding to touch or is freezing up, the reason could be there's debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the screen can cause a false input, resulting in this issue. And since that gap widens and narrows with cabin temperature, this issue can be intermittent, especially in cold weather.
• 10143213Jul 12, 2018Equipment. Service news article - If the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD) isn't responding to touch or is freezing up, the reason could be there's debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the screen can cause a false input, resulting in this issue. And since that gap widens and narrows with cabin temperature, this issue can be intermittent, especially in cold weather.
• 10142675Jul 3, 2018Steering. Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it is adjusted in or out. The steering column gearbox components are prematurely wearing.
• 10142663Jun 26, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. Service bulletin - During assembly, a transmission case bolt was not properly torqued allowing ATF to leak.
• 10142643Jun 21, 2018Body and structure, Equipment. Servicenews article - The area where the lower dashboard meets the A-pillar base has sealer that's applied by automation. But because that automation can't reach every nook and cranny, someone must then spread the sealer with a small squeegee. This can result in pin holes in the sealer or the sealer even being pulled away from the area. Under wet conditions, this can cause water leakage onto the front floorboard on…
• 10139576May 24, 2018Equipment, Air bags. Dealer 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.
• 10136425Apr 26, 2018Fuel system, Engine. Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp noise. NOTE: This noise does not impact the pump, engine function, or reliability.
• 10135108Apr 16, 2018Transmission and drivetrain, Seats. Service bulletin - When adjusting seat height or tilt, the power seat does not move or moves just a small amount and clicks loudly during operation. The vertical transmission assembly (VTA) unit has a stripped internal gear.
• 10133008Mar 9, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. Service bulletin - After the software update, some vehicles based on how they are driven (extreme conditions) may still experience ATF deterioration after updating the PGM-FI or A/T system and the shudder may return. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter (TC). There is no damage to the TC, but because the ATF has deteriorated, it needs to be changed even though the ?ATF Service Due? message…
• 10133007Mar 9, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the torque converter was not causing the judder and the transmission is not damaged by this judder.
• 10129341Feb 15, 2018Electrical system. Tech line summary article - We?re currently looking at an issue that when connected to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® using an iPhone with iOS 11, there?s no phonebook showing up on the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD). If the phonebook doesn?t download, clients will have trouble accessing phonebook contacts using the voice control system.
• 10129342Feb 14, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. Dealer message - Every Service Bulletin requires you to take an HDS snap shot and use the job aid or Tech2Tech to confirm the judder/shudder is coming from the torque converter.
• 10129340Feb 13, 2018Body and structure. Tech line summary article - debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the screen can cause a false input, resulting in this issue. And since that gap widens and narrows with cabin temperature, this issue can be intermittent, especially in cold weather.
• 10129426Jan 24, 2018Electrical system. Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter.
• 10124272Nov 18, 2017Electrical system. Techline summary article - We?re currently looking at an issue that when connected to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® using an iPhone with iOS 11, Pandora doesn?t work on the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD). We think this may be due to some changes made to the Bluetooth stack on iOS 11.
• 10124271Nov 14, 2017Electrical system. Techline summary article - We?re currently looking at an issue that when connected to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® using an iPhone with iOS 11, there?s no phonebook showing up on the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD).
• 10124269Nov 14, 2017Engine. Service bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
• 10119591Oct 12, 2017Electrical system. Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter.
• 10118014Sep 13, 2017Electrical system, Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter.
• 10118010Sep 13, 2017Electrical system, Engine. Service bulletin - This bulletin is replaced by S/B 17-034, MIL Comes On with DTC P0430 (Front Bank Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold [Bank 2])
• 10118001Sep 6, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Service bulletin - Clients receive excessive notifications for a low power mode through AcuraLink®. There is a false CAN signal transmitted through the telematics control unit.
• 10115768Aug 3, 2017Equipment. Service bulletin - Clients receive excessive notifications for a low power mode through AcuraLink®. There is a false CAN signal transmitted through the telematics control unit.
• 10115159Jul 20, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. Service bulletin - The HVAC information flashes or flickers. There is a software error.
• 10108912Jun 23, 2017Brakes, Steering. Tech line summary article - Are you feeling a vibration in the steering wheel while braking? We?re aware of this issue and are currently looking for a solution.
• 10108907Jun 20, 2017Fuel system. Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
• 10108806Jun 1, 2017Steering. Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out. Premature wear of the steering column gearbox components.
• 10108743May 17, 2017Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter.

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