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Old Dec 13, 2020 | 06:52 AM
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Newly purchased AWD 2015. At about 33mph a can feel a slight vibration while pressing the pedal lightly. I also have felt it 1-2, 2-3 shift. It’s not to bad and doesn’t do all the time. Anyone else have this issue or suggestions ?
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Old Dec 13, 2020 | 06:26 PM
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Newly purchased AWD 2015. At about 33mph a can feel a slight vibration while pressing the pedal lightly. I also have felt it 1-2, 2-3 shift. It’s not to bad and doesn’t do all the time. Anyone else have this issue or suggestions ?
I take it you didn't feel it before, so I'd take it back to the dealer. How many miles?
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Old Dec 14, 2020 | 06:02 AM
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Take it back to the dealer as that could be caused by many different things, some easy to repair and others much more expensive and difficult. I would get an independent inspection as soon as possible. Is there any warranty on the vehicle? If not, many states have consumer protection laws that give you the rights of return within a few days for certain purchases, such as used cars.
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Old Dec 14, 2020 | 06:25 AM
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I have a 2015 AWD and never feel any vibrations, it accelerates smooth.
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It’s definitely going back to the dealer, I’ve owned it for less than a week. Just curious if anyone else has experienced a vibration. Luckily Massachusetts has a 30 day warranty and I purchased a 3 year. Car has 71k on it.
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I can finally put an end to this. After multiple returns to the dealer. First they did a trans flush, it only helped a little bit. Brought it back and they changed the torque converter. Seems to have fixed it, I haven’t felt the vibration yet. And I did a lot of driving last night.
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How many miles were on your RX?
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72K. Just out of drive train warranty, I was still under my 60 day purchase warranty and I also purchased a 3 year warranty when I bought it in Dec. It was all covered. I don’t think it’s a common failure.
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