2015 Acura MDX Technical Service Bulletins

250 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2015 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.

• 10107085Aug 21, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. Service bulletin -the hvac information flashes or flickers due to a software error.
• 10107061Aug 21, 2015Equipment. Dealer message - the below service bulletins (along with the tool numbers) will be released shortly on in. The service bulletins are to fix a problem on the 14-15my rlx & mdx vehicles, which require you to have a dvd disc tool. The tool will be delivered to your dealership on friday august 21, 2015, or saturday 22, 2015 latest.
• 10107126Aug 10, 2015Body and structure. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016mdxs with a client complaint of wind noise coming from the doors or the areas around/near the doors. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10107182Jul 27, 2015Body and structure. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016mdxs with a client complaint of wind noise coming from the doors or the areas around/near the doors. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10107328Jul 17, 2015Body and structure. Engineering request - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016 mdxs with a client complaint of wind noise coming from the doors or the areas around/near the doors. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10107334Jul 16, 2015Equipment. Service bulletin - as a result of a manufacturing error, the a/c compressor clutch (center) bolt may come loose and fall out or break. If the bolt comes off, the a/c clutch pressure plate (drive plate) may also fall off the vehicle while it is being driven.
• 10107286Jul 16, 2015Equipment. "dealer message - on june 24, 2015 acura notified nhtsa of a stop sale order and safety recall for some 2014-15 model year mdx vehicles. Parts and repair procedure will be made available on thursday, july16, 2015 in a revised version of service bulletin 15-037, safety recall: a/c compressor clutch bolt . Any new or used vehicles in dealer stock must be repaired per the service bulletin prior to sale."
• 10107285Jul 16, 2015Equipment. Dealer message - 2014-2015 mdx ac clutch driver bolt safety recall q&a
• 10107353Jul 6, 2015Body and structure. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016mdxs with a client complaint of wind noise coming from the doors or the areas around/near the doors. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10108044Jun 26, 2015Equipment. Service bulletin - as a result of a manufacturing error, the a/c compressor clutch bolt may come loose and fall out or break. If the bolt comes off, the a/c clutch drive plate may also fall off the vehicle while it is being driven.
• 10108035Jun 25, 2015Equipment. "dealer message - on june 24, 2015 acura notified nhtsa of a stop sale order and safety recall for 2014-2015 model year mdx vehicles. Any new or used vehicles in dealer stock must be repaired per the relevant service bulletin prior to sale. Refer to the eresponsibility report or vin inquiry status to determine which vehicles in your inventory are affected."
• 10108146Jun 19, 2015Forward collision avoidance. "service bulletin - under certain specific driving conditions, the collision mitigation braking system (cmbs) could lock on an incorrect target. If this occurs, the cmbs may apply the brakes in an attempt to stop the vehicle. If the vehicle suddenly slows or comes to a stop, it could increase the risk of a crash."
• 10108260May 22, 2015Forward collision avoidance. "service bulletin - under certain specific driving conditions, the collision mitigation braking system (cmbs) could lock on an incorrect target. If this occurs, the cmbs may apply the brakes in an attempt to stop the vehicle. If the vehicle suddenly slows or comes to a stop, it could increase the risk of a crash."
• 10108381May 14, 2015Forward collision avoidance. "service bulletin - under certain specific driving conditions, the collision mitigation braking system (cmbs) could lock on an incorrect target. If this occurs, the cmbs may apply the brakes in an attempt to stop the vehicle. If the vehicle suddenly slows or comes to a stop, it could increase the risk of a crash."
• 10108377May 14, 2015Forward collision avoidance. "dealer message - on may 13, 2015 acura notified nhtsa of a stop sale order and safetyrecall for 19,502 model year 2014-15, mdx, rlx, and 2014 rlx sport hybrid vehicles. Any new or used vehicles in dealer stock must be repaired per the relevant service bulletin prior to sale. Under certain driving conditions, the collision mitigation braking system (cmbs) may unexpectedly activate while operating the vehicle."
• 10108380May 13, 2015Equipment. Service bulletin - the acuralink system status indicator changes from green to red and dtc b1403 (telematics gps receiver error) will not clear. The tcu (telematics control unit) has an intermittent failure that causes a loss of gps location.
• 10108527May 5, 2015Engine cooling. Service bulletin - The timing belt area makes a chirp after the engine warms up. The timing belt contacts the back edge of the crankshaft pulley.
• 10108819Feb 27, 2015Body and structure, Transmission and drivetrain. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDXs with a complaint of in-cabin engine noise while driving at slow speeds or during idle RPM sweep. The noise can be described as ringing. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting any repair.
• 10108831Feb 19, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Wheels. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDXs with a complaint of a noise coming from the front wheel bearing while driving. The noise can be described as humming, moaning, or droning. To fully understand the cause of this occurrence, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10108840Feb 12, 2015Body and structure, Engine. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDXs with a complaint of in-cabin engine noise while driving at slow speeds or during idle RPM sweep. The noise can be described as ringing. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting any repair.
• 10108863Feb 4, 2015Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0134 (rear A/F sensor [bank 1, sensor 1] heater system malfunction) and/or P0154 (front A/F sensor [bank 2, sensor 1] heater system malfunction). The PCM misinterprets the heater system input from the A/F sensor and sets DTC codes P0134 and/or P0154.
• 10108856Feb 4, 2015Wheels. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDXs with a complaint of a noise coming from the front wheel bearing while driving. The noise can be described as humming, moaning, or droning. To fully understand the cause of this occurrence, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10115161Jan 28, 2015Engine. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDXs with a complaint of in-cabin engine noise while driving at slow speeds or during idle RPM sweep. The noise can be described as ringing. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting any repair.
• 10115741Jan 20, 2015Wheels. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDXs with a complaint of a noise coming from the front wheel bearing while driving. The noise can be described as humming, moaning, or droning. To fully understand the cause of this occurrence, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10115736Jan 16, 2015Electrical system. Questionnaire for 2014-2015 MDX/RLX MIL On with DTC P0154 or P0134 Stored
• 10115735Jan 16, 2015Electrical system. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDX & RLXs with a complaint that the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is on and DTC P0154 (Front Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 2, Sensor 1]Heater System Malfunction) or P0134 (Rear Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 1, Sensor 1]Heater System Malfunction) is stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific…
• 10110848Jan 13, 2015Engine. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDXs with a complaint of in-cabin engine noise while driving at slow speeds or during idle RPM sweep. The noise can be described as ringing. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting any repair.
• 10115204Jan 2, 2015Engine cooling. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDX & RLXs with a complaint that the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is on and DTC P0154 (Front Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 2, Sensor 1] Heater System Malfunction) or P0134 (Rear Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 1, Sensor 1] Heater System Malfunction) is stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific…
• 10115227Dec 18, 2014Seat belts. Service bulletin - In extremely cold weather, -4 ºF (-20 ºC), interference in the front seat belt retractor mechanism may not allow the front seat belt to extend or retract properly.
• 10115221Dec 17, 2014Tires. Service bulletin - For any TPMS-related warranty repairs, all recorded DTCs must now be entered into the warranty claim. Make sure your repair order includes those DTCs.
• 10115217Dec 12, 2014Fuel system, Other or unknown. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDX & RLXs with a complaint that the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is on and DTC P0154 (Front Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 2, Sensor 1]Heater System Malfunction) or P0134 (Rear Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 1, Sensor 1]Heater System Malfunction) is stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific…
• 10115782Dec 11, 2014Equipment. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDX & RLXs with a complaint that the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is on and DTC P0154 (Front Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 2, Sensor 1]Heater System Malfunction) or P0134 (Rear Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 1, Sensor 1]Heater System Malfunction) is stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific…
• 10115781Dec 11, 2014Equipment. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDX & RLXs with a complaint that the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is on and DTC P0154 (Front Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 2, Sensor 1]Heater System Malfunction) or P0134 (Rear Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 1, Sensor 1]Heater System Malfunction) is stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific…
• 10115826Dec 1, 2014Engine. Engineering request for investigation - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDXs with a complaint of in-cabin engine noise while driving at slow speeds or during idle RPM sweep. The noise can be described as ringing. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting any repair.
• 10118166Nov 24, 2014Equipment. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015MDXs with a complaint that the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is on and DTC P0154 (Front Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 2, Sensor 1]Heater System Malfunction) or P0134 (Rear Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 1, Sensor 1]Heater System Malfunction) is stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific information…
• 10118029Nov 15, 2014Steering, Transmission and drivetrain. Service bulletin - After driving in reverse and steering, there is a buzz or grunt after shifting from Reverse to Drive and turning the steering wheel. For example, the client turns while backing out of a driveway, shifts to Drive, and then turns the wheels to drive off, may hear the buzz or grunt. The software that manages the electric power steering (EPS) is designed to provide good steering 'feedback' in all…
• 10057183Nov 15, 2014Steering. Acura: 2014 mdx 2wd: improved software has been designed to prevent grunt or buzz noise in the steering wheel.
• 10120769Nov 3, 2014Equipment. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDXs & RLXs with a complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on with the DTC P0154 (Front Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 2, Sensor 1] Heater System Malfunction) or P0134 (Rear Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 1, Sensor 1] Heater System Malfunction) stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific…
• 10118188Oct 31, 2014Electrical system. Dealer message - To maximize the positive effects of the updated ODMD software for 2015 TLX and MDX (and reduce client confusion), we are encouraging everyone to update all your on ground inventory immediately and of course all the inbound inventory which still requires updating as it arrives (at TQI).
• 10120763Oct 30, 2014Electrical system. Dealer message - In a continuing effort to provide the highest level of client satisfaction, Acura has released a software update for the audio, navigation, and hands-free phone systems. This software update provides functional and graphical improvements to make the systems more user friendly in the 2015 MDX and TLX. Refer to VIN Inquiry status to determine which vehicles in your inventory are eligible for this…
• 10118195Oct 30, 2014Electrical system. Service bulletin - In a continuing effort to provide the highest level of client satisfaction, Acura has released a software update for the audio, navigation, and hands-free phone systems. This software update provides functional and graphical improvements to make the systems more user friendly in the 2015 MDX and TLX.
• 10056824Oct 30, 2014Electrical system. Acura: see document search button for owner letter. Software updates, for audio, hands-free phone systems and navigation, provides graphical improvements and functionality to make systems user friendly in some vehicles. Model 2015 mdx, tlx. *pe update *lj 04/15/15
• 10118192Oct 24, 2014Engine. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDXs with a complaint of in-cabin engine noise while driving at slow speeds or during idle RPM sweep. The noise can be described as ringing. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting any repair.
• 10118511Oct 8, 2014Seat belts. Service bulletin - In extremely cold weather, -4 ºF (-20 ºC), interference in the front seat belt retractor mechanism may not allow the front seat belt to extend or retract properly.
• 10118507Oct 8, 2014Air bags. Dealer message - Yesterday, October 7, 2014 Acura notified NHTSA of a Stop Sale order and Safety Recall for 36,335 2014-15 MDX and 7,126 RLX vehicles. Any new or used vehicles in dealer stock must be repaired per S/B 14-038, Safety Recall: Front Seatbelts Will Not Extend or Retract Properly in Extremely Cold Weather prior to sale.
• 10118207Oct 8, 2014Seat belts. Service bulletin - In extremely cold weather, -4 ºF (-20 ºC), interference in the front seat belt retractor mechanism may not allow the front seat belt to extend or retract properly.
• 10118203Oct 8, 2014Seat belts. Dealer message - Yesterday, October 7, 2014 Acura notified NHTSA of a Stop Sale order and Safety Recall for 36,335 2014-15 MDX and 7,126 RLX vehicles. Any new or used vehicles in dealer stock must be repaired per S/B 14-038, Safety Recall: Front Seatbelts Will Not Extend or Retract Properly in Extremely Cold Weather prior to sale.
• 10118506Oct 3, 2014Seat belts. 2014-15 MDX & 2014 RLX Seat Belts Won't Extend/Retract Safety Recall Q&A
• 10118202Oct 3, 2014Seat belts. 2014-15 MDX & 2014 RLX Seat Belts Won't Extend/Retract Safety Recall Q&A
• 10118017Jan 19, 2014Electrical system. Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 MDXs with a complaint that the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is on and DTC P0154 (Front Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 2, Sensor 1]Heater System Malfunction) or P0134 (Rear Air Fuel Ratio Sensor [Bank 1, Sensor 1]Heater System Malfunction) is stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific…

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