2001 ACURA MDX User Comment / Complaint

Tl*-the contact stated that while driving the 2001 acura mdx,on a clear dry day at 50 mph the vehicle made a jerking motion and felt as if the vehicle went into park. the vehicle skidded on the road, it shifted into gear , and the rpms were high. the vehicle didn't lose power, but did lose acceleration. he was able to put the foot on the accelerator and proceed, but the vehicle would only go about 30-35 mph. the contact took the vehicle to the dealership, and they informed him that the transmission was ruined and needed to be replaced. the contact stated that this vehicle had 125,000 miles, and the replacement of the transmission totaled $4,100, the dealership replaced the transmission. the contact took the vehicle back to the dealership due to a noise from the engine. the dealership informed him that the engine mount sheared. the contact stated that this was going to cost him another $500.00. there was recall o4v176000 concerning the powertrain: automatic transmission, but this vehicle was not includede in the recall. the current mileage was 126,000.