2017 MDX Brake Fading

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Old 01-07-2017, 07:57 PM
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2017 MDX Brake Fading

I have read a few reviews '17 MDX that seem to contradict each other about brake fading. A friend of mine who is in tune to this says his '17 MDX experiences this on some down hill roads ...
Has anyone else experiance this ?
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Old 01-07-2017, 09:50 PM
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I regularly tow a 3000 lb. camper in hilly country and have no problem stopping with my '14 MDX. In contrast, my 2006 CRV feels like it's being pushed with a lighter trailer.

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Old 01-08-2017, 06:40 AM
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Great thanks so much
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brake fade is the result of friction and the buildup of heat.
with that being said; be aware of the conditions ahead of you and adjust your speed accordingly. As noted by the poster above, he probably doesn't drive like a maniac while towing thus controlling his load
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Right.. Thanks much. I am more concerned as I transverse hilly environments and was curious how well the brakes stand up as such....




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