Acura RDX Problems and Repair Histories
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Acura RDXs for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the Acura RDX problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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Acura RDX Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2013 | Acura RDX | 15 RDXs, 4.2 months of data per RDX, average 4300 miles Small sample size. Join or 15 RDXs, 4.2 months of data per RDX, average 4300 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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| 2008 | Acura RDX | 14 RDXs, 9.6 months of data per RDX, average 56600 miles Small sample size. Join or 14 RDXs, 9.6 months of data per RDX, average 56600 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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| 2007 | Acura RDX | 15 RDXs, 9.1 months of data per RDX, average 72600 miles Small sample size. Join or 15 RDXs, 9.1 months of data per RDX, average 72600 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2013 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Acura RDX in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 7700 | 0 | Vibration from drive train at aprox. 14-1500rpm as I back off accelerator. Seems like transmission is lagging or bogging down. Dealership replaced differential oil with no effect. They are checking with Acura. Standby. |
| Mar | 2013 | 9000 | 0 | My complaints about vibration (shutter) from drive train at aprox. 14-1500rpm was again substantiated by the tech doing a road test. Acura Techline was contacted and instructed dealer to perform a 'Neutralization' of all mounts. |
| Acura RDX in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 4000 | 0 | rear release handle for 2nd row stopped working |
| Jan | 2013 | 6700 | 0 | idle felt rough@start&@stop lights. Also felt vibration@25mph, &@45-55. Shop couldn't duplicate but Acura HQ recommended remove driveshaft & repack, & rebalance wheels. Seems to be better in short 3 mi trip home. |
| Mar | 2013 | 8000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Acura RDX in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 11160 | 0 | Excessive vibration while driving at many different speeds. Dealer balanced tires. It haven't fixed the problem. |
| Mar | 2013 | 17360 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Acura RDX in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2012 | 6820 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 8060 | 0 | Missing OEM fog lights. Dealership ordered in a set of fog lights and accessories. Honda / Acura Canada did not know why this particular model didn't have them from the factory, although it had all the tech package options. |
| Mar | 2013 | 10540 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Acura RDX in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 5000 | 0 | TSB 12-0034 performed to correct voice tag distortion on playback and Bluetooth randomly disconnecting. Rear shocks clunk over expansion joints in road. |
| Mar | 2013 | 6000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2012 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Acura RDX in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 0 | brakes groan at moderate stop. Dealer machined rear rotors and replaced pads. Noise still exists somewhat. | |
2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 27900 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 32240 | 0 | Caliper sticking and needed replacement |
| Apr | 2011 | 47400 | 0 | cruise control not working intermittently. however, it was working when taken to shop so unable to replicate or repair |
| May | 2011 | 48360 | 59 | Warped rotors...will be repaired at time of full brake job in 6 - 9 months Cost reflects diagnosis only |
| Sep | 2011 | 52700 | 150 | Unable to use bluetooth. Dealer diagnostic indicated that system needed to be replaced (integral radio system with Navi). Repair estimated at $700. Acura and dealer covered cost of repair except for diagnostic time $150 noted above. |
| Mar | 2013 | 71920 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Acura RDX in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 10000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 11000 | 0 | engine bolt came loose |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Acura RDX in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 21000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 28000 | 0 | Broken strut Strut broken |
| Mar | 2013 | 72000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Acura RDX in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 32000 | 80 | Rattle in the dash near the windshield. Caliper froze and wore out rr pads. Acura would not fix under warranty so dealer offered to split cost. Amazingly bad customer service by Acura; dealer was great. |
| Mar | 2010 | 33000 | 0 | Same rattle in dash area. Dealer could not fix on 2 tries |
| Dec | 2010 | 50000 | 0 | firewall structure not sound causing rattle |
| Sep | 2011 | 73000 | 0 | battery suddenly died |
| Mar | 2013 | 114000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Acura RDX in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 16000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 17000 | 150 | B1 service, and misc. rattles/thump from steering when cold |
| Sep | 2011 | 38000 | 120 | Navigation system rebooting. Also, would not route to destination outside of the tri-county area. Brake groan noise/feedback on moderate braking. Usually found when brakes are warm. Dealer "could not duplicate problem", of course. They suggested I was feeling the ABS system! |
| Nov | 2011 | 40000 | 0 | Transmission shudders periodically during low-speed acceleration. |
| Feb | 2012 | 43500 | 0 | Vehicle shudders at low speed during light acceleration. Typically 30-45mph. Feels like torque converter. Passenger seat squeaks (only when someone is in it). When warm, brakes groan when coming to a stop. Sometimes, it's accompanied with a squeal, and at its worse, you have to brake harder than usual to get the car to stop. Leather loose/ ripples on center armrest. |
| Mar | 2012 | 44000 | 0 | Replaced defective console lid. Reported transmission shuddering again. Again, could not duplicate. |
| Jun | 2012 | 47000 | 200 | Transmission shudder when accelerating in traffic (25-45mph). Heavy brake groan during moderate braking (only when vehicle is warm, and only after being in stop/go traffic for a while). Passenger seat squeaks when someone is sitting in it. Loud "thump" sound when AC system switches from recirculate to fresh air. |
| Apr | 2013 | 57000 | 0 | Gurgling sound behind dash when AC is on. Driver's seat lumbar unit pops and thumps when in operation. Requires moving into full extension before it will retract. |
| May | 2013 | 57000 | 0 | Hissing sound from lower radiator area after engine is up to temp. Coolant smell in cabin. |
2007 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Acura RDX in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 16000 | 0 | Spring-loaded cup holder door on console broke, new door ordered and replaced New cupholder installed. |
| Mar | 2013 | 116000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Acura RDX in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 9000 | 0 | Loud squeal when starting cold engine. Dealer could not replicate. |
| Sep | 2008 | 15000 | 94 | Air compressor clutch noise when turning on/off |
| Jun | 2009 | 19000 | 76 | RR passenger door rattled |
| Jan | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Acura RDX in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 38000 | 0 | Replaced winshield wiper motor. |
| Jul | 2009 | 47000 | 0 | air conditioning line leaking and needed replaced |
| Mar | 2011 | 66000 | 1000 | Power steering line was leaking, needed to be replaced. |
| Apr | 2011 | 66300 | 300 | Replaced power steering line |
| Jun | 2011 | 67000 | 0 | Air conditioner condenser is leaking and needs replaced, condenser ordered from dealer and will be installed in 2 weeks. Condenser under warranty and no charge for repairs. |
| Jul | 2011 | 67700 | 0 | Air conditioner condenser is leaking and needs replaced, condenser ordered from dealer and will be installed in 2 weeks. Condenser under warranty and no charge for repairs. July air conditioner condenser was replaced by dealer at no charge. |
| Mar | 2013 | 77000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Acura RDX 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic AWD
| Acura in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2007 | 3000 | 0 | backfired twice while on the throttle.Dealer could not find problem. |
| Sep | 2007 | 6000 | 0 | The RDX backfires at low rpm as your giving it less then full throttle.This happens only after it has been sitting for a while.I can`t make it happen at will and neither can the dealer. There is a loud noise and I lose power for a few seconds. |
| Oct | 2007 | 7000 | 0 | Backfiring problem again; dealer can't replicate. |
| Nov | 2007 | 9000 | 0 | Backfiring problem again; dealer can't replicate. |
| Dec | 2007 | 10000 | 130 | RDX has been intermitently been back-firing since I bought the suv. I can't make it happen at will and neither can the dealer. It's happened 12 times. They say they can`t fix what they can`t duplicate. I do not believe this has only been happening to mine |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Acura RDX 4-door
4-cylinder automatic AWD
| Acura RDX in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2007 | 12000 | 0 | Sunroof rattle, repair failed. Second trip for rattle, again unsuccessful. Rattle later went away on its own. |
| Jun | 2007 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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