NHTSA Complaint #11702825 — 2017 ACURA MDX

POWER TRAIN issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11702825
Vehicle	2017 ACURA MDX
Component	POWER TRAIN
Date of Incident	November 3, 2025
Date Filed	December 3, 2025
Mileage	92,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MD

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2017 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the transmission system error message displayed. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road and turned off, and attempted to restart the vehicle however, the vehicle failed to respond. A local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the transmission sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall and suggested that the failure be reported to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 92,000.

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