2011 MDX Oil Consumption
01-02-2017, 01:59 PM
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2011 MDX Oil Consumption
We have a 2011 MDX that started going through a quart of oil every couple thousand miles after about 75K miles on the engine. All regular maintenance has been performed diligently. I've read elsewhere that this is a common issue but I have been unable to determine if there is a "fix" or just something that we now have to live with and be cognizant about. Would welcome any thoughts/solutions.
01-03-2017, 03:32 PM
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I am going through the same problem and after the warranty fix I am dipped into another problem. Engine Power loss. After the fix now it feels i am driving a 4-Cylinder engine. Look at the thread below.
https://acurazine.com/forums/1g-2g-m...nt-job-952945/
May be its just my case but I have this issue and going to back to dealer to address it. Establishing this issue is much tedious than oil consumption.
If the car is burning 1Qt/1K mile Acura don't even consider it as a problem and will say its with in specs and will not address it. If you move towards oil consumption test make sure they don't over fill your car. I have seen after every oil change even during oil consumption test I saw my car dipstick was showing oil way above the full line after fresh oil change. I would say it had around an extra half quart in it. Which to me when we see oil on low end it has consumed 1.5Quarts already (if you your car is filled with extra oil too). So if you see this notify it to dealer right away else you would be within Specs.
Good luck.
https://acurazine.com/forums/1g-2g-m...nt-job-952945/
May be its just my case but I have this issue and going to back to dealer to address it. Establishing this issue is much tedious than oil consumption.
If the car is burning 1Qt/1K mile Acura don't even consider it as a problem and will say its with in specs and will not address it. If you move towards oil consumption test make sure they don't over fill your car. I have seen after every oil change even during oil consumption test I saw my car dipstick was showing oil way above the full line after fresh oil change. I would say it had around an extra half quart in it. Which to me when we see oil on low end it has consumed 1.5Quarts already (if you your car is filled with extra oil too). So if you see this notify it to dealer right away else you would be within Specs.
Good luck.
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01-03-2017, 04:27 PM
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NHTSA#10086261 - TBS#bpas09152016902
Sent on 09 15 2016
From Parts and Service Division
Subject Request for Parts: 2009-2014 MDX, RL, TL & ZDX Engine Oil
PRIORITY/ACTION REQUIRED
To: All Acura Service Managers/Consultants
From: Technical Research & Support Group
RE: Request for Parts: 2009-2014 MDX, RL, TL & ZDX Engine Oil
This message is solely directed to Acura dealership personnel; please handle accordingly.
Print this iN message and provide a copy to the Shop Foreman and all Service Consultants.
Background
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 condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of
any kind.
Qualifiers
AHM is interested ONLY if the vehicle meets the following requirements:
1. 3.7L engine only.
2. Mileage must be between 50,000 & 150,000 miles.
3. Must have an oil consumption complaint.
4. Previous oil change must have been done at the same dealership.
5. No sign of oil leaks.
6. No history of major engine repair.
7. No need to conduct oil consumption test prior to calling TRS.
Action Required
If you have or know of such a vehicle, please call Technical Research & Support (TRS) Group at 800-880-1072. TRS will need to record certain vehicle information and
provide you with further instructions.
From Parts and Service Division
Subject Request for Parts: 2009-2014 MDX, RL, TL & ZDX Engine Oil
PRIORITY/ACTION REQUIRED
To: All Acura Service Managers/Consultants
From: Technical Research & Support Group
RE: Request for Parts: 2009-2014 MDX, RL, TL & ZDX Engine Oil
This message is solely directed to Acura dealership personnel; please handle accordingly.
Print this iN message and provide a copy to the Shop Foreman and all Service Consultants.
Background
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 condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of
any kind.
Qualifiers
AHM is interested ONLY if the vehicle meets the following requirements:
1. 3.7L engine only.
2. Mileage must be between 50,000 & 150,000 miles.
3. Must have an oil consumption complaint.
4. Previous oil change must have been done at the same dealership.
5. No sign of oil leaks.
6. No history of major engine repair.
7. No need to conduct oil consumption test prior to calling TRS.
Action Required
If you have or know of such a vehicle, please call Technical Research & Support (TRS) Group at 800-880-1072. TRS will need to record certain vehicle information and
provide you with further instructions.
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