Sell your 2002 Acura MDX for cash

The 2002 Acura MDX is a SUV that came with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine. At 24 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2002 Acura MDX at a glance

Body styleSport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines3.5L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 5-spd
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline
Fuel economy15 city / 21 highway / 17 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$4,850 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂523 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA1 configuration
Age24 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 24 years old, most of a 2002 MDX's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a SUV, it's heavier than a typical car, and scrap weight is a big part of any junk offer. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2002 MDX. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the power train, typically around 87,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2002 Acura MDX recalls

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering the 2002 Acura MDX. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Air BagsJan 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V027000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part…

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios incr

SuspensionSep 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V385000

On certain sport utility vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin and…

Risk: Excessive corrosion can cause spring failure and a broken spring could puncture a front tire, which increases the risk of a crash.

Power TrainApr 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V176000

On some mini vans, sport utility and passenger vehicles, certain operating conditions can result in heat build-up between the countershaft and secondary shaft second gears in the automatic transmission, eventually leading to gear tooth chipping or gear breakage.

Risk: Gear failure could result in transmission lockup, which could result in a crash.

Engine and Engine CoolingAug 2002 · NHTSA campaign 02V226000

On certain minivans, sedans, coupes, and sport utility vehicles equipped with v6 engines, a timing belt tensioner pulley on the water pump is misaligned and could cause the timing belt to contact a bolt on the cylinder head. Eventually the belt could be damaged and fail.

Risk: If the timing belt breaks, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Common 2002 MDX problems

Owners have filed 205 complaints about the 2002 Acura MDX with NHTSA. 11 reports involved a crash and 2 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 5 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Power Train84
  • Power Train38
  • Air Bags21
  • Electrical System12
  • Vehicle Speed Control11
  • Engine and Engine Cooling10

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Power Train87,000 mi
  • Power Train143,000 mi
  • Air Bags140,000 mi
  • Electrical System140,000 mi
  • Vehicle Speed Control100,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling61,000 mi

2002 Acura MDX crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2002 Acura MDX.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
4 Dr, AWDNot rated——★★★★☆—

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2002 Acura MDX service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 165 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2002 Acura MDX. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Electrical System21
  • Power Train18
  • Engine and Engine Cooling8
  • Equipment8
  • Fuel System8
  • Engine and Engine Cooling7

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFeb 2023 · BTI&02072023901

    Dealer Message- American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for any & all 2022 MDX Type Ss & 2021-2022 TLXs that match the criteria listed below. AHM is interested

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 2021 · B21-022

    Service Bulletin - Case v. American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Case No. BC 424169 (Third Clutch Transmission Settlement - $25 Credit Vouchers).

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2018 · B18010I

    Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2018 · B18010I

    Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2002 Acura MDX.

SuspensionPE05040 · opened Jul 2005, closed Sep 2005Led to recall 05V385000

Front coil spring breakage

In an august 29, 2005 letter, honda notified NHTSA that it had identified a defect in the front coil springs of certain model year 2001 and early-2002 Acura MDX sport utility vehicles.according to honda, some front suspension coil springs have insufficient corrosion protection and, in areas where road salts are used, m

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Selling a 2002 MDX: questions

How much is a 2002 Acura MDX worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2002 MDX that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2002 MDXs that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2002 MDX with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2002 Acura MDX; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2002 MDX?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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