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Acura RDX repairs by problem area
Engine (14%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (17%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)
Other (3%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 404 repairs.
Acura RDX transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (3%)
$100 - $499 (28%)
< $100 (61%)
Chart based on 36 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2019 Acura RDX 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic AWD
| 47000 mi | AWD rear wheel sensor needed to be replaced- vehicle kept defaulting into 2 wheel drive. |
2017 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
279-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 29000 mi | A TSB was performed on my car by my dealer that was incomplete. Dealer did the software update, but did not do the three consecutive transmission fluid flushes required. During the subsequent road trip I began experiencing transmission slippage, sloppy or inconsistent gear changes, and sometimes rough, grabby upshifts at lower speeds. Acura dealer in Albuquerque correctly diagnosed the issue and performed the needed fluid flush/change at the direction of Acura tech support. Once this was performed, the problem was corrected and the transmission performed flawlessly. |
| 57000 mi US $100 |
Transmission not shifting smoothly, seems to have "slippage". Performed drain and refill of transmission which helped but problem was not eliminated. Car did go to the dealer when under warranty (2021) for a TSB on this issue (drain & refill + transmission program flash) which also helped but issue has always persisted. |
2016 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
279-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 4300 mi | There are jitters at low speed when the engine is cold. The dealer replaced the transmission fluid and probably updated the software as well. |
| 9000 mi | There are jitters at low speed when the engine is cold. The dealership told me the first repair was software update only, they did not replace the transmission fluid. This time the dealership flushed and replaced the transmission fluid. No issue so far. |
2016 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
279-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 620 mi | At 300 Km dashboard lit up with error messages - transmission problem, emmission problem, sensor problem. Automatic transmission shifts felt like being hit with sledge hammer. Replaced a sensor. |
2015 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 18000 mi | Torque converter shudder (TSB 16-043) developed recently. Dealer performed TSB - fluid replacement, SW update. |
| 16300 mi | CV Boot was replaced |
2014 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 3000 mi | Vibration at low rpm cruise. Diagnosed as prop shaft issue. Not fixed yet, Acura aware of problem and working on a fix with supplier |
| 9000 mi | Dealer replaced the Propeller shaft as per Acura TSB. Vibration is cured |
| 7000 mi | Replaced drive shaft per TSB14-001 |
2013 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 65000 mi US $400 |
CV axle boot was leaking lubricant onto the wheels. Replaced CV Axle. This is on the side of the car that was involved in a collision prior to us purchasing the car [2.5 years ago]. |
2013 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 21300 mi | Excess vibration in the car when stopped at a light. When shifted into neutral while the engine is running the vibration is reduced significantly but is still in excess for a normal idle. Acura dealer denies that there is a problem. |
| 23400 mi | Felt vibration in the car at low speeds. Vehicle subject to a service bulletin--drive shaft was warped. Replaced under warranty. |
| 74000 mi | After car sat outside in extreme cold (-15 degrees F.) overnight and was driven on highway the next day, there was significant vibration from the drive train. This appears to be a routine issue with the 2013 RDX. Shop could not replicate the issue. No repair done. |
| 59000 mi US $350 |
Transmission fluid change. Transfer case, differential oil change. |
| 33480 mi | Wet seal on front drive shaft. |
| 37200 mi | Oil seal replaced on left front axle. |
| 86180 mi | I was told that the shaft from the engine to wheel was slipping. It was making a clicking sound. Part alone was $2,100 Cdn. I traded this 2013 for a 2016 RDX. |
| 49600 mi C $300 |
differential sensor replaced |
| 14300 mi | Significant vibration when driving at any speed, reversing, and parking. Dealer informed this is a known flaw. Acura corporate said they are working on it but it may be months before they fix it. Car rattles like a piece of junk. |
| 7300 mi | 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. |
| 9000 mi | 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. |
| 24000 mi | Vibration in transmission when coasting predominately between 1300-1500 rpm. This was not the first time I had this vehicle in for the same issue. A software update was performed and the problem has improved but is not completely solved. |
| 30400 mi | Replaced propeller shaft. |
| 6000 mi | 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. 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. |
| 41300 mi | Driveshaft replaced with new design. Problem with car since new. New driveshaft has resolved issue. |
| 11160 mi | Excessive vibration while driving at many different speeds. Dealer balanced tires. It haven't fixed the problem. |
| 25000 mi | Some pressure plate |
| 28000 mi | And sensor |
2011 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 99852 mi US $2700 |
Warning light Failed Transmission 2nd pressure switch, replaced |
2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 40000 mi | Transmission shudders periodically during low-speed acceleration. |
| 43700 mi | Vehicle shudders at low speed during light acceleration. Typically 30-45mph. Feels like torque converter. |
| 44000 mi | Reported transmission shuddering again. Again, could not duplicate. |
| 47000 mi US $200 |
Transmission shudder when accelerating in traffic (25-45mph). |
| 68000 mi | Shuddering during low speed acceleration. |
| 73000 mi US $170 |
Low speed shudder during light acceleration. Technician "could not duplicate." This is the 4th or 5th complaint of this issue to dealer. The only solution is a transmission service ($80) which alleviates it for about a year. |
| 66300 mi US $170 |
Intermittent hesitation and stuttering when shifting or attempting to shift around 30-40 mph. Failing AT clutch pressure sensor (3rd gear), common issue for multiple Honda vehicles. |
| 109000 mi US $400 |
Clunking noise over every minor bump. Inner joints were worn. Replaced both cv shafts with new and aligned. |
| 74700 mi US $720 |
That vibration problem came from the front drive axles, extended warranty covered it. At 73k I had to get new tires and rear shocks. |
2007 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 67000 mi US $200 |
Clicking noise when turning right. Dirty oil in the rear differential. Replaced oil, solved. |
| 86000 mi US $1450 |
transmission line ruptured inside radiator, requiring replacement of radiator and transmission line. Flushed engine and transmission. |
| 117000 mi US $350 |
Acura A156 service: oil change, rear differential fluid and engine coolant change. |
| 127000 mi | SHAWD light went on reason was low oil |
| 93000 mi C $1000 |
Transmission oil mixing with coolant. Problem with Radiator leak. |
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