2014 Acura MDX

2014 Acura MDX

The 2014 Acura MDX is a three-row luxury SUV that offers a comfortable and well-equipped interior, a powerful engine, and a variety of advanced safety features. It is available with two engine options: a 3.5-liter V6 with 290 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque, and a 3.7-liter V6 with 305 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Engine

3.5-Liter V6

• Intake Valve Carbon Buildup:
  • Description/Symptoms: Reduced engine power, rough idling, and poor fuel economy
  • Solution: Clean the intake valves
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Timing Chain Tensioner Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine rattling noise, especially on startup or at low RPMs
  • Solution: Replace the timing chain tensioner
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000
  • Recalls: None Found

3.7-Liter V6

• No Issues Found

Transmission

Six-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Jerky Shifting:
  • Description/Symptoms: Transmission hesitation or rough shifting
  • Solution: Update software or transmission fluid change
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front Suspension Clunking Noise:
  • Description/Symptoms: Noise when going over bumps or uneven surfaces
  • Solution: Replace front suspension control arms
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Infotainment System Crashing:
  • Description/Symptoms: Infotainment system stops responding or freezes
  • Solution: Update software or reboot the system
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Free if under warranty, otherwise $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Battery Drain:
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery struggles to hold a charge, especially in cold weather
  • Solution: Replace the battery or perform electrical diagnostic tests
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number 16V389000 & 20V107000

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• Sunroof Noise:
  • Description/Symptoms: Wind noise or creaking sound coming from the sunroof
  • Solution: Adjust or replace sunroof tracks
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2014 Acura MDX is a generally reliable vehicle, but it has had some reported issues with the engine, transmission, suspension, electrical system, and interior. While some of these issues can be expensive to repair, they do not appear to be widespread and are generally covered under warranty. Overall, the MDX offers a high level of refinement and performance for its class.