2012 ACURA MDX Recall

Campaign:
12V063000 on 02/16/2012
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Manufactured:
12/14/2011 - 01/08/2012
Affected:
8,709
Defect:
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 pilot and acura mdx vehicles. the vent shut float (vsf) valve case in the fuel tank assembly does not meet the design specifications.
Consequence:
As a result, fuel may leak from the tank, increasing the risk of fire.
Correction:
Honda will notify owners and dealers will inspect the vsf assembly date and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank assembly, free of charge. the safety recall began on march 13, 2012. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes:
Honda's recall campaign number is s25 and s26.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

2012 ACURA MDX TSBs (75)

Bulletin:
PIB-11-01
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Honda: 2007-2012 acura mdx. a notice of an updated tire fitment that is going to be introduced. *rm
Bulletin:
SB-12-001
Component:
112000 electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Summary:
Acura: update on some model vehicles regarding testing of alternators with the gr8 alternator/starter tester (ast) module that is installed on gr8 diagnostic battery station. *pe
Bulletin:
SB-11-032
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Acura: see document search button for owner letter. a software bug causes the cd player or rear entertainment system (res) to restart the disc when the ignition switch is turned to lock, then back to on. also included model tsx model ye
Bulletin:
IN-3-26-13
Component:
147000 air bags: alleged counterfeit air bag
Summary:
Acura: informational message regarding the dangerous usage of counterfeit airbags in vehicles, and should have vehicles inspected to ensure airbags are genuine, factory authorized. no models or model years listed. *pe
Bulletin:
SB-05-16
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Honda acura: request for parts for some vehicles experiencing a malfunction with electronic throttle control system and check engine light. models 2012-2013 mdx, 2013 rdx. *pe
Bulletin:
IN-2011-13
Component:
021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
Summary:
Acura: certain vehicles are being investigated due to the front wheel bearing making noises, like moaning, droning, or humming, while driving. models 2011-2013 mdx, zdx. *pe
Bulletin:
BER-413060-A
Component:
021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
Summary:
Honda: engineering request investigation of noise, like moaning, or humming, or droning, that occurs while driving, coming from front wheel bearing. model 2011-2013 mdx, zdx. *pe
Bulletin:
ASN-49584
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Acura: information in the service news, from manufacturer, regarding various issues of troubleshooting, installation, replacing, servicing and repairing various model and model year vehicles. *pe
Bulletin:
SB-10-22-13
Component:
021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
Summary:
Honda: an investigation, on some vehicles, into humming, moaning, or a droning noise, along with vibration, coming from the front wheel bearing, while driving. model 2007-2013 mdx. *pe
Bulletin:
SB-10-09-2013
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Acura: an investigation is being conducted, on some vehicles, regarding an immediate engine shut off after an intermittent engine start which is caused by the immobilizer system. model 2011-2013 mdx. *pe
Bulletin:
IN-12-2-20
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Acura: an investigation, on certain vehicles, regarding the throttle control system malfunction, with mil on, stored in dtc p2101. model 2012-2013, mdx, 2013-2014 rdx. *pe
Bulletin:
IN-20-11
Component:
021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
Summary:
Acura: while driving, the front wheel bearing would have a noise or vibration. like moaning, droning, or humming, coming from it, and is being investigated. model 2007-2013 mdx. *pe
Bulletin:
IN-13-20
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Acura: an investigation is being done regarding mil on with throttle control system malfunction, diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p2101. model 2012-2013 mdx, 2013-2014 rdx. *pe
Bulletin:
IN-RFV-1-29-14
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Honda: the malfunction indicator lamp is illuminated. stored p2101 (throttle control system malfunction). ahm is attempting to collect specific parts from the vehicle before any effort to repair it has been made. *js
Bulletin:
IN-06-2620
Component:
127200 exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch
Summary:
Acura: the hazard warning button (hazard switch), on some vehicles, when pressed would stick. model 2012 mdx. *pe
Bulletin:
IN-06-2014
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Acura: due to complaints, on certain vehicles, an investigation is looking into the malfunction of throttle control system. model 2012-2013 mdx. *pe
Bulletin:
IN-2014-09
Component:
127200 exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch
Summary:
Acura: hazard warning button (hazard switch) would stick when pressed and manufacturer is investigating the issue. *pe
Bulletin:
SB-14-022
Component:
125100 exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Summary:
Acura: a malfunction in brake light relay circuit causes acc/cmbs indicator to come on, due to misinterpreting control unit, from brake pedal switch position. model 2010-2013 mdx. *pe
Bulletin:
B-PAS-07282016-9
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2010-2013 mdxs, 2011-2012 rls, 2009-2014 shawd tls & 2010-2013 zdxs with a client complaint of higher than expected engine oil consumption. to fully understand the cause of this
Bulletin:
B16044
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Service bulletin - a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60mph. the problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. american honda investigated the judder and found that the tor
Bulletin:
BPAS08312016902
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2010-2013 mdxs, 2011-2012 rls, 2009-2014 shawd tls & 2010-2013 zdxs with a client complaint of higher than expected engine oil consumption. to fully understand the cause of this
Bulletin:
BPAS09092016901
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2010-2013 mdxs, 2011-2012 rls, 2009-2014 shawd tls & 2010-2013 zdxs with a client complaint of higher than expected engine oil consumption. to fully understand the cause of this
Bulletin:
BPAS09152016902
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2010-2013 mdxs, 2011-2012 rls, 2009-2014 shawd tls & 2010-2013 zdxs with a client complaint of higher than expected engine oil consumption. to fully understand the cause of this
Bulletin:
B13-036
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Service bulletin - there is a rattling coming from the headliner, near the moonroof. one or more of the headliner stiffeners has detached from the headliner.
Bulletin:
BPAS10032016904
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2010-2013 mdxs, 2011-2012 rls, 2009-2014 shawd tls & 2010-2013 zdxs with a client complaint of higher than expected engine oil consumption. to fully understand the cause of this
Bulletin:
BPAS10062016902
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2010-2013 mdxs, 2011-2012 rls, 2009-2014 shawd tls & 2010-2013 zdxs with a client complaint of higher than expected engine oil consumption. to fully understand the cause of this
Bulletin:
BTS160705
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"techline summary article - engine oil consumption may be exceeding client expectations. if you get a vehicle in for an oil consumption concern, be sure to run an oil consumption test using the engine oil consumption test job aid in sis. w
Bulletin:
B16-044
Component:
102400 power train:manual transmission:lubricant
Summary:
"service bulletin - a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60mph. the problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. american honda investigated the judder and found that the to
Bulletin:
B16-044
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Service bulletin - a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60mph. the problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. american honda investigated the judder and found that the tor
Bulletin:
BPAS11022016902
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Dealer messages - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2010-2013 mdxs, 2011-2012 rls, 2009-2014 shawd tls & 2010-2013 zdxs with a client complaint of higher than expected engine oil consumption. to fully understand the cause of thi
Bulletin:
BTS160705
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
"techline summary article - some clients may complain that the low oil pressure indicator comes on, requiring engine oil to be added, while others who routinely check the oil level as recommended in their owner's manual may find that oil co
Bulletin:
B05-018
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Service bulletin - navigation system information.
Bulletin:
CUSTOMER LETTER
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
"customer letter - on some 2007'13 mdx and 2010'12 zdx vehicles located in cold areas, the front and rear active dampers may leak. while leaks on the rear active suspension are visible, the front active dampers are mounted in an inverted
Bulletin:
REIMBURSEMENT FO
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
"reimbursement form - on some 2007'13 mdx and 2010'12 zdx vehicles located in cold areas, the front and rear active dampers may leak. while leaks on the rear active suspension are visible, the front active dampers are mounted in an invert
Bulletin:
B16-062
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
"service bulletin - a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. the problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. american honda investigated the judder and found that the t
Bulletin:
B16-063
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
"service bulletin - after the software update, some vehicles based on how they are driven (extreme conditions) may still experience atf deterioration after updating the pgm-fi or a/t system and the shudder may return. the problem is typical
Bulletin:
BTS160705
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Techline summary article - some clients may complain that the low oil pressure indicator comes on, requiring engine oil to be added, while others who routinely check the oil level as recommended in their owner's manual may find that oil con
Bulletin:
Service Bulletin
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Service bulletin - there is a screech or squeak when the windows are raised or lowered. the lower seal on the door glass outer weatherstrip rolls over, causing a screech or squeak.
Bulletin:
Service Bulletin
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
BTS160705
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Techline summary article - some clients may complain that the low oil pressure indicator comes on, requiring engine oil to be added, while others who routinely check the oil level as recommended in their owner?s manual may find that oil con
Bulletin:
B16021
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Service bulletin - warranty extension: 2007?13 mdx and 2010?12 zdx front active damper - cold areas, the front active dampers may be susceptible to leaking. since these dampers are mounted in an inverted position, the leak is not visible on
Bulletin:
B16023
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Service bulletin - warranty extension: 2007?13 mdx and 2010?12 zdx rear active damper - in cold areas, the rear active dampers may be susceptible to leaking. if an excessive amount of damper oil has leaked, the active dampers may make a clu
Bulletin:
BCA11082016901
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Dealer message - today, november 8, 2016 acura is announcing four warranty extensions for model years 2007-2013 acura mdx and model years 2010-2012 acura zdx vehicles to address active damper system(ads) dampers from failures in cold region
Bulletin:
16-020
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Customer letter - owner notification for the front and rear active dampers may leak. while leaks on the rear active suspension are visible, the front active dampers are mounted in an inverted position and the leak is not visible on the exte
Bulletin:
JY9
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Reimbursement form - the front and rear active dampers may leak. while leaks on the rear active suspension are visible, the front active dampers are mounted in an inverted position and the leak is not visible on the exterior of the damper.
Bulletin:
Service Bulletin
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Service bulletin - the steering wheel vibrates or there is a moan from under the hood while turning at slow speeds. the increase in steering pump torque causes the belt to slip on the alternator pulley.
Bulletin:
Service Bulletin
Component:
013000 steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Summary:
Service bulletin - the vehicle?s body and steering wheel vibrates while it?s at idle or very low speed when turning the steering wheel. the high pressure demand from the steering gearbox on the power steering pump causes a vibration in the
Bulletin:
Service Bulletin
Component:
354000 equipment:mechanical
Summary:
Service bulletin - there is a screech or squeak when the windows are raised or lowered. the lower seal on the door glass outer weatherstrip rolls over, causing a screech or squeak.
Bulletin:
Service Bulletin
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Service bulletin - the mil comes on and dtc p0455 (evap system large leak) and/or dtc p0456 (evap system very small leak detected) is set. the fuel fill cap (gas cap) may also be loose or have a stick-slip feeling when tightened. the fuel
Bulletin:
B18010F
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Servicenews article - some clients may complain that the low oil pressure indicator comes on, requiring engine oil to be added, while others who routinely check the oil level as recommended in their owner?s manual may find that oil consumpt
Bulletin:
DLR MSG - RFV -
Component:
127200 exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm)is investigating certain 2012 mdxs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. to fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehi
Bulletin:
DLR MSG - RFV -
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm)is investigating certain 2012 mdxs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. to fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehi
Bulletin:
DLR MSG - RFV -
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm)is investigating certain 2012-2013mdxs with a complaint of mil on with the dtc p2101 (throttle control system malfunction)stored. to fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspe
Bulletin:
Service Bulletin
Component:
031000 service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Summary:
Service bulletin - the acc/cmbs indicator is on with dtc 30 (brake light relay circuit malfunction). the control unit misinterprets inputs from the brake pedal position switch.
Bulletin:
DLR MSG - RFV -
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2012 mdxs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. to fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the veh
Bulletin:
DLR MSG - RFV -
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2012-2013 mdxs with a complaint of mil on with the dtc p2101 (throttle control system malfunction) stored. to fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to in
Bulletin:
DLR MSG - RFV -
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2012 mdxs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. to fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the veh
Bulletin:
DLR MSG - RFV -
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2012-2013 mdxs with a complaint of mil on with the dtc p2101 (throttle control system malfunction) stored. to fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to in
Bulletin:
BVE02142018901
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Dealer message - every service bulletin requires you to take an hds snap shot and use the job aid or tech2tech to confirm the judder/shudder is coming from the torque converter.
Bulletin:
DLR MSG - RFV -
Component:
026000 traction control system
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2012-2013 mdxs with a complaint of mil on with the dtc p2101 (throttle control system malfunction) stored.
Bulletin:
DLR MSG -RFV - 2
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2012 mdxs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. to fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the veh
Bulletin:
DLR MSG - RFV -
Component:
026000 traction control system
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2012-2013 mdxs with a complaint of mil on with the dtc p2101 (throttle control system malfunction) stored.
Bulletin:
DLR MSG -RFV - 2
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2012 mdxs with a complaint of the hazard warning button (hazard switch) sticking when pressed. to fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the veh
Bulletin:
Service Bulletin
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Service bulletin - the mil comes on and dtc p0455 (evap system large leak) and/or dtc p0456 (evap system very small leak detected) is set. the fuel fill cap (gas cap) may also be loose or have a stick-slip feeling when tightened. the fuel f
Bulletin:
B18010F
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Servicenews article - some clients may complain that the low oil pressure indicator comes on, requiring engine oil to be added, while others who routinely check the oil level as recommended in their owner?s manual may find that oil consumpt
Bulletin:
B16-062
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Service bulletin - a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. the problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. american honda investigated the judder and found that the to
Bulletin:
B16-063
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Service bulletin - after the software update, some vehicles based on how they are driven (extreme conditions) may still experience atf deterioration after updating the pgm-fi or a/t system and the shudder may return. the problem is typicall
Bulletin:
B18-009
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Service bulletin - the oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. these deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase, which can result in engine oil consumption that may exc
Bulletin:
B18-009
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Service bulletin - the oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. these deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase, which can result in engine oil consumption that may exc
Bulletin:
B18-009
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Service bulletin - the oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. these deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase, which can result in engine oil consumption that may exc
Bulletin:
B18-009
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Service bulletin - the oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. these deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase, which can result in engine oil consumption that may exc
Bulletin:
DLR MSG - RFV -
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2012-2013 mdxs & 2013-2014 rdxs with a complaint of mil on with the dtc p2101 (throttle control system malfunction) stored. to fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm
Bulletin:
B18-009
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Service bulletin - the oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. these deposits restrict the ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder walls to the crankcase, which can result in engine oil consumption that may exc
Bulletin:
B16-062
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Service bulletin - a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. the problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. american honda investigated the judder and found that the to
Bulletin:
B16-063
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Service bulletin - after the software update, some vehicles, based on how they are driven (extreme conditions), may still experience atf deterioration after updating the pgm-fi or a/t system and the shudder may return. the problem is typica

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