Vehicle report

2017 ACURA MDX SPORT HYBRID

Service bulletins

28 bulletins

Technical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.

B25-003

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin - An uneven sealing surface allows moisture to enter the inner taillight(s), causing one or both of the inner taillights not to work.

ONL6L806042025 Form

Other

Owner Notification Letter - An uneven sealing surface allows moisture to enter the inner taillight(s), causing one or both of the inner taillights not to work.

ONL6L806042025 Letter

Other

Owner Notification Letter - An uneven sealing surface allows moisture to enter the inner taillight(s), causing one or both of the inner taillights not to work.

B19-019

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin - Recall update for 2014 - 2019 MDX and 2017 - 2019 MDX Hybrid Sport models. An uneven sealing surface allows moisture to enter the inner taillight(s), causing one or all of the taillights not to work. Honda updated the inspection procedure to replace both inner taillights if one or both inner taillights do not come on.

B23-008

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin - Due to a problem with the detection logic in the multipurpose camera software, the vehicle's LKAS, ACC, or CMBS indicator lights may come on incorrectly.

ONLJ8F20220830

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Owner notification - Our records indicate that a Emissions Recall has not been completed on this vehicle. When the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of four diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Due to inappropriate calibration of the PCM, the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) system cannot properly clear the transmission permanent DTC as required.

ONLJ8F11022020

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Owner Notification Letter - When the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of four diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Due to inappropriate calibration of the PCM, the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) system cannot properly clear the transmission permanent DTC as required.

B20-039

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin - When the PCM detects a malfunction in one of the odd number transmission gears, it will set one of the following DTCs: -P073F (unable to engage gear 1) -P074B (unable to engage gear 3) -P074D (unable to engage gear 5) -P074F (unable to engage gear 7) Due to inappropriate calibration of the PCM, the OBD system cannot properly clear the transmission permanent DTC as required.

BBOM09152020

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Dealer Message - Today, September 15, 2020, Acura is announcing a stop sale and emissions recall for certain 2017-2020 MDX Sport Hybrid and 2014, 2016-2020 RLX Sport Hybrid vehicles that may not properly clear specific diagnostic trouble codes (DTC). Presence of these codes may prevent the vehicle from passing a smog test. Refer to your eResponsibility report or do an iN VIN status inquiry to determine which units in your inventory are affected.

B20-022

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin - The bolt holes for the replacement second row seat frames are not threaded and require special self-tapping bolts to secure the seat cushion and seat-back frame to the seat frame.

B20-018

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin - The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate and set DTC P061B (PCM internal malfunction torque calculation).

B19-017

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin - There is a loud buzzing or whining when adjusting the driver's or front passenger's seat forward and backward. The flex cable in the seat adjustment mechanism is not correctly lubricated.

B19-005

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin - The vehicle may exhibit several of the following symptoms: - Multiple indicators are on. - No communication with the i-HDS. - The option fuse (7.5 A) is blown. - MDX: Fuse E21 - TLX: Fuse B7 - MDX: It is hard to shut off the engine. - TLX: The transmission will not shift from park.

B19-004

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service bulletin - The transmission judders, shudders, or surges while driving. The transmission fluid has deteriorated prematurely.

B18-073

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service bulletin - The fuel fill door rear edge does not line up properly when closed. The fuel fill door latching mechanism does not line up properly.

Customer Letter

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Customer letter - During assembly, the Owner's Information CD that was placed in the vehicle glove box did not include the rear differential parts in the Emission Warranty Parts List.

B18-030

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service bulletin - During vehicle assembly, the owner's information CD that was placed in the vehicle did not include the rear differential parts in the emission warranty parts list. The failure to include the parts in the emissions warranty parts list may cause confusion and potential client dissatisfaction.

BBOM06262018901

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Dealer message - Today, June 26, 2018, Acura is announcing a Product Update for the 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid due to the emissions warranty parts list in the owner?s information CD missing the rear differential parts. A dealership with any new or used units in inventory must repair all affected, unrepaired units according to the service bulletin prior to sale.

BBOM05242018901

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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.

B18-014

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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.

B18010H

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Servicenews article - Is the MIL coming on and staying on after installing the No. 15 RADIO (20 A) and No. 16 BACKUP (10 A) fuses at TQI? We?re aware of this issue and are looking for a solution.

B16-031

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service bulletin - The power tailgate doesn?t open in temperatures near freezing or below, but will work in warmer temperatures. The power tailgate outer handle switch is inoperative in cold weather.

BTS170501

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Tech line summary article - Is the MIL coming on and staying on after installing the No. 15 RADIO (20 A) and No. 16 BACKUP (10 A) fuses at TQI? We?re aware of this issue and are looking for a solution.

B15060C

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service news article - To prevent damage during shipping, leather-wrapped steering wheels come with a protective plastic covering. The easiest way to remove it during PDI is to grab the covering with both hands near the top of the steering wheel and pull

BJA50809

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Servicenews article - While running an all DTC check with the i-HDS, are you seeing DTC P0562 (battery condition monitor module power source circuit unexpected voltage) with no other DTCs listed, yet the MIL is off and there?s no apparent symptom? If so, chances are there?s nothing wrong with the vehicle. Just clear the DTC, and recheck by cycling the ignition three times.

B17-013

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SERVICE BULLETIN - THIS BULLETIN COVERS THE TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION (TQI) OF THE 2017 MDX SPORT HYBRID.

B17-014

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SERVICE BULLETIN - THIS BULLETIN COVERS THE TOTAL QUALITY INSPECTION (TQI), INCLUDING TESTING, OF THE 2017 MDX SPORT HYBRID NAVIGATION SYSTEM.

B98015

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.

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