2012 Acura MDX Drivetrain Parts

Engine:
3.7L V6

65 Drivetrain parts are listed for the 2012 Acura MDX, in 13 part types, covering the 3.7L V6 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.

The drivetrain system on the 2012 Acura MDX moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. The largest groups are CV Axle (15 parts), Transfer Case Fluid (14 parts) and Axle Shaft Seal (7 parts). The other 10 part types cover the remaining 29 parts.

Axle Shaft Bearing

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SKF SC0889
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front
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This table covers the Axle Shaft bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.

Axle Shaft Seal

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SKF Popular 16541A
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front
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SKF Popular 15757A
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear Outer
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NATIONAL 711086
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rearwith Honda SH-AWD System
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TIMKEN SL260509
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear Inner34.7 x 54 x 9mm
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TIMKEN SL260510
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear Outer40 x 55 x 7.5mm
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WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS711086
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rearwith Honda SH-AWD System
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WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS16541A
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front
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This table covers the seals where an axle shaft exits the housing. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.

CV Axle

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
APWI Popular HO8435
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front Right
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TOP NOTCH Popular TN50017
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front Left
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TOP NOTCH Popular TN50016
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front Right
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CARDONE 664301
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front Left
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CARDONE 664285
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear Left
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CARDONE 664286
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear Right
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GSP NCV21025
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front Right
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GSP NCV21026
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front Left
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GSP NCV21007
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear Left
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GSP NCV21010
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear Right
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TOP NOTCH TN50005
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear Right
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TRAKMOTIVE HO8403
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front Left
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TRAKMOTIVE HO8404
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front RightOuter Assembly
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TRAKMOTIVE HO8399
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear Right
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TRAKMOTIVE HO8400
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear Left
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This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.

CV Intermediate Shaft

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GSP NEX21000
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front Right
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TOP NOTCH TN50095IS
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front Right
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TRAKMOTIVE HO3516
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front Right
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This table covers the CV Intermediate shafts.

CV Joint Boot

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
BECK/ARNLEY 1032867
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front Outer
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BECK/ARNLEY 1033041
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Fits Front Right Inner
Fitment notes — BECK/ARNLEY 1033041
Fits:
Front Right Inner
or:
Front Left Inner
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MEVOTECH DX656
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front Inner
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MEVOTECH DX877
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front Outer
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This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.

Differential Carrier Bearing / Race

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SKF BR153
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
LeftAutomatic trans.
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SKF BR149
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
RightAutomatic trans.
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This table covers the bearings and races that support the differential carrier.

Drive Shaft

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SKP Popular SK936025
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear
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TOP NOTCH Popular TN2110PS
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear2 Piece Shaft
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CARDONE 654014
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rearwith 85.63 (In) Long Driveshaft
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DORMAN 936025
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Length: 86.250"OE Fix
Fitment notes — DORMAN 936025
Length: 86.250"OE FixRear
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TRAKMOTIVE HOP405
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear
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USA STANDARD GEAR ZDS150580
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Rear
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WJB / INMOTION PARTS WDS36025
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear
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This table covers the driveshafts that carry torque from the transmission or transfer case.

Gear Oil

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
BECK/ARNLEY 3410300
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Eneos Dual Pump System
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This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle.

Transfer Case Fluid

SAE 75W-90

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
MOBIL Popular 104361
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Synthetic Gear Lube Limited Slip 75W-901 Quart
Fitment notes — MOBIL 104361
Synthetic Gear Lube Limited Slip 75W-901 Quart
Component: Transfer Case
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VALVOLINE Popular VV820
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Daily Protection SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart
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VALVOLINE Popular VV975
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart
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VALVOLINE 889785
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill
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VALVOLINE 882505
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Gallon
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VALVOLINE 723856
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil5 Gallon
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VALVOLINE VV822
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Daily Protection SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil16 Gallon KEG
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SAE 80W-90

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
LUCAS OIL 10043
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
SAE 80W-90 GEAR OIL1 qt
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LUCAS OIL 10046
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil1 Gallon
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LUCAS OIL 10066
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil5 Gallon
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VALVOLINE VV831
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Daily Protection SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart
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VALVOLINE 773732
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Daily Protection SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil1 Gallon
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VALVOLINE VV838
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Daily Protection SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil5 Gallon
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VALVOLINE VV836
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Daily Protection SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil16 Gallon KEG
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This table covers the fluids specified for the transfer case. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.

Transfer Case Input Shaft Repair Sleeve

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
BCA NS99147
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
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NATIONAL 99147
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
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SCHAEFFLER SR3476
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
16.99 mm Width38 MM Outside Diameter
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WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS99147
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Installation Depth: 0.98399999999999999 In
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This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Transfer Case Input Shaft seal surface.

Transfer Case Input Shaft Seal

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
NATIONAL 710721
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
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SKF 18883A
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
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WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS710721
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Outside Diameter: 2.4489999999999998 In
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WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS18883A
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
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This table covers the seals at the Transfer Case Input Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.

Transfer Case Output Shaft Repair Sleeve

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SCHAEFFLER SR3472
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front16 MM Width
Fitment notes — SCHAEFFLER SR3472
Front16 MM Width40 mm Inside Diameter
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This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Transfer Case Output Shaft seal surface.

Transfer Case Output Shaft Seal

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SKF 16537A
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
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WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS16537A
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
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This table covers the seals at the Transfer Case Output Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.

Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2012 Acura MDX

On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.

  • Confirm you have the 3.7L V6 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
  • Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
  • Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
  • Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.

Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Axle and Transfer Case Fluid .

Frequently Asked Questions

How many drivetrain parts fit the 2012 Acura MDX?

Our catalog currently lists 65 drivetrain parts for the 2012 Acura MDX across 13 subcategories and 19 brands, covering the 3.7L V6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.

What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2012 Acura MDX?

Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.

What should I replace at the same time?

Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.

What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?

They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2012 Acura MDX was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.

How do I make sure a part fits my 2012 Acura MDX?

Every part on this page is matched to the 3.7L V6 engine. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.

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