2016 Acura MDX Technical Service Bulletins

334 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 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.

• 10076128Aug 11, 2016Engine, Equipment. 2014-2016 MDX Noisy Front Blower Motor American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 MDXs with a customer complaint of a noisy front blower motor. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10084739Aug 6, 2016Suspension. Service bulletin - there is a squeak and/or pop from the front suspension while turning the steering wheel, resulting from the upper spring rubber becoming dislodged.
• 10084492Jul 19, 2016Suspension. Service bulletin - rattle or clunk from the rear suspension. The rear dampers and rear upper damper mount bushings have internal damage.
• 10084450Jul 14, 2016Equipment. Deaer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016 mdxs with a customer complaint of a noisy front blower motor. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10084456Jul 12, 2016Steering. Are you feeling a vibration in the steering wheel while braking? We’re aware of this concern and are currently looking for a solution. In the meantime, turning or replacing the front brake discs may offer a temporary fix.
• 10084336Jun 28, 2016Engine. Service news article - while driving under steady cruise (between 30 and 65 mph) or light acceleration, does the engine intermittently rattle or runs rough with the mil blinking? Since these driving conditions are likely to activate vcm operation, the probable reason for these symptoms is sticking vcm rocker arms.
• 10084325Jun 21, 2016Equipment. Dealer message - ahm is investigating customer complaint of a noisy front blower motor. Please contact ahm for inspection prior to attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10083695Jun 17, 2016Steering. Service bulletin - in high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out.
• 10083694Jun 13, 2016Steering. Service bulletin - in high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out.
• 10083696Jun 11, 2016Body and structure. Service bulletin - the power tailgate doesn’t open in temperatures near freezing or below, but will work in warmer temperatures.
• 10083586Jun 2, 2016Equipment. Dealer message - ahm is investigating certain vehicles with a customer complaint of a noisy front blower motor. Please contact ahm for vehicle inspection prior to attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10084165May 12, 2016Equipment. Dealer message - ahm is investigating customer complaint of a noisy front blower motor. Prior to atempting any repair, please contact ahm to schedule an inspection.
• 10084064May 9, 2016Electrical system. Service bulletin - software update to improve shift quality.
• 10084259Apr 30, 2016Fuel system. Service bulletin - replace the high pressure fuel pump when the area chirps after the engine is warm.
• 10084286Apr 29, 2016Equipment. Please contact ahm prior to any repairs for a customer complaint of a noisy front blower motor.
• 10084284Apr 29, 2016Suspension. Ahm is investigating customer complaints of front bearing noise. Please send specific parts to ahm prior to attempting any repairs.
• 10083944Apr 22, 2016Engine. Dealer message - if the customer complains of a noisy front blower motor, please contact ahm to schedule an inspection prior to performing any repairs.
• 10083925Apr 22, 2016Suspension. Dealer message - if a front bearing is replaced due to a customer noise complaint, please send the part to ahm for investigation.
• 10083913Apr 21, 2016Engine cooling. Service bulletin - the timing belt may produce a chirping noise from contact with the back edge of the crankshaft pulley.
• 10083817Apr 8, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Service news article - teach-in procedure for 9-speed automatic transmission replacement.
• 10211549Mar 29, 2016Other or unknown, Suspension. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 MDXs with a customer complaint of a noisy front blower motor. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10211540Mar 29, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera), Transmission and drivetrain. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 MDXs with a client complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. 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.
• 10191936Mar 29, 2016Suspension, Equipment. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 MDXs with a client complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. 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.
• 10099434Mar 29, 2016Equipment. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016 mdxs with a customer complaint of a noisy front blower motor. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10099426Mar 29, 2016Suspension. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016 mdxs with a client complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. 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.
• 10075346Mar 29, 2016Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10075334Mar 29, 2016Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10211600Mar 23, 2016Brakes, Steering, Fuel system. The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm.
• 10193235Mar 23, 2016Fuel system. SYMPTOM The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. POSSIBLE CAUSES The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp. NOTE: This noise does not impact pump, engine function, or reliability CORRECTIVE ACTION Replace the high pressure fuel pump.
• 10075672Mar 23, 2016Fuel system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10088186Mar 22, 2016Fuel system, Engine. Service bulletin - there is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. Replace the high pressure fuel pump to remedy this condition.
• 10211608Mar 18, 2016Equipment. Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.
• 10211548Mar 16, 2016Brakes, Back-over prevention (rear camera). American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2016 MDXs with a client complaint of a front brake noise. The noise can be described as clicking, clacking or clunking due to pad shift. This pad shift noise usually occurs when turning or going straight. 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.
• 10088002Mar 16, 2016Brakes. "dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016 mdxs with a client complaint of a front brake noise. The noise can be described as clicking, clacking or clunking due to pad shift. This pad shift noise usually occurs when turning or going straight. 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…
• 10075344Mar 16, 2016Brakes. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10087724Mar 2, 2016Equipment. Engineering request for investigation - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016 mdxs with a customer complaint of a noisy front blower motor. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10211621Mar 1, 2016Brakes. Replacement TCMs don?t come with trim data. After installation, you need to run a teach-in (hydraulic pressure characteristic calibration) procedure with the HDS. The problem is that A/T DTC P287C (transmission adaptive values not learned) is set, which prevents teach-in.
• 10193296Mar 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Replacement TCMs don’t come with trim data. After installation, you need to run a teach-in (hydraulic pressure characteristic calibration) procedure with the HDS. The problem is that A/T DTC P287C (transmission adaptive values not learned) is set, which prevents teach-in. This happens because the TCM is programmed to look for trim data any time the ignition is cycled. If the TCM doesn’t see that trim data, it sets…
• 10087741Mar 1, 2016Fuel system. Engineering request for investigation - please call honda to discuss any fuel leaks from the fuel tank to the fuel pump connection.
• 10211551Feb 19, 2016Tires, Electrical system. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2015 TLXs, 2016 ILXs, MDXs, & RDXs with the TPMS light ON at TQI. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10211550Feb 19, 2016Other or unknown, Suspension. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 MDXs with a customer complaint of a noisy front blower motor. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10099526Feb 19, 2016Tires, Equipment. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2015 tlxs, 2016 ilxs, mdxs, & rdxs with the tpms light on at tqi. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10099525Feb 19, 2016Engine, Equipment. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016 mdxs with a customer complaint of a noisy front blower motor. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10075347Feb 19, 2016Interior lighting. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10075345Feb 19, 2016Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10211539Feb 16, 2016Suspension, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Transmission and drivetrain. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 MDXs with a client complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. 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.
• 10191932Feb 16, 2016Suspension, Equipment. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 MDXs with a client complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. 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.
• 10088604Jan 27, 2016Suspension. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016 mdxs with a client complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. 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.
• 10099689Jan 25, 2016Suspension. Engineering request for investigation - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016 mdxs with a client complaint of front bearing noise coming from the front while driving. The noise can be described as howling or moaning. 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.
• 10099683Jan 25, 2016Tires, Equipment. Engineering request for investigation - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2015 tlxs, 2016 ilxs, mdxs, & rdxs with the tpms light on at tqi. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

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