2013-2025 Acura RDX Problems: 4 Known Issues

2013-2025 Acura RDX Problems: 4 Known Issues | Au7o

NHTSA Recalls6 recalls

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Acura RDX vehicles. The software for the electric power steering (EPS) assist may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the EPS system to enter a failsafe mode, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

Campaign #25V58200005/09/2025

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.

Campaign #24V06400001/02/2024

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021 Acura RDX and 2022 CR-V Hybrid vehicles. A component in the right or left front driveshaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which could result in driveshaft failure.

Campaign #21V93900002/12/2021

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.

Campaign #26V33200021/05/2026

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra, and 2022 Honda Accord vehicles. A ball valve in the vehicle stability assist (VSA) modulator may leak brake fluid, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the brake hold feature is engaged or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel.

Campaign #23V43000015/06/2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Acura RDX problems?

According to Au7o's analysis of 5,380+ owner reports, the 2013-2025 Acura RDX has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: True Touchpad Interface Infotainment Reboots and Lag, 2.0T Engine Oil Dilution from Direct Injection Fuel Wash, Transmission Harsh Shifting and Hesitation from Stop. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.

Is the Acura RDX reliable?

The 2013-2025 Acura RDX has 4 known issues documented across 5,380+ owner reports. No issues are rated critical, suggesting generally good reliability. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Acura RDX problems?

Repair costs for known Acura RDX issues range from $50 to $3,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What year Acura RDX is the most reliable?

Reliability varies across model years of the Acura RDX. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2013-2025 Acura RDX with 4 documented issues documented across 5,380+ owner reports.

What is the 2019-2023 Acura RDX True Touchpad Interface Infotainment Reboots and Lag?

The True Touchpad Interface infotainment system in the third-gen RDX suffers from random reboots, input lag, and touchpad calibration drift. The system frequently loses its cursor position, making menu navigation frustrating and occasionally dangerous when the driver attempts adj… Severity: medium.

What is the 2019-2025 Acura RDX 2.0T Engine Oil Dilution from Direct Injection Fuel Wash?

The 2.0L K20C4 turbo in the 3rd-gen RDX is documented to suffer oil DILUTION rather than consumption — unburned fuel from direct injection washes past the rings during cold-start cycles (especially short trips in cold climates) and accumulates in the crankcase. Owners typically s… Repairs typically run $50-$3,000. Severity: medium.

What is the 2019-2025 Acura RDX Transmission Harsh Shifting and Hesitation from Stop?

The 10-speed automatic in the third-gen RDX exhibits harsh shifts during 1-2 and 2-3 upshifts, particularly when the transmission is cold. Owners also report a noticeable hesitation when accelerating from a complete stop, with a 1-2 second delay before the transmission engages th… Severity: medium.

What is the 2013-2018 Acura RDX AC Compressor Clutch and Bearing Failure?

The second-generation RDX with the 3.5L V6 experiences premature AC compressor clutch and bearing failures, often between 60,000-90,000 miles. The compressor clutch bearing seizes, causing a loud screeching noise followed by complete loss of air conditioning and potential serpent… Repairs typically run $800-$1,800. Severity: medium.

2013-2025 Acura RDX Problems: 4 Known Issues

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Acura RDX problems?

Is the Acura RDX reliable?

How much does it cost to fix common Acura RDX problems?

What year Acura RDX is the most reliable?

What is the 2019-2023 Acura RDX True Touchpad Interface Infotainment Reboots and Lag?

What is the 2019-2025 Acura RDX 2.0T Engine Oil Dilution from Direct Injection Fuel Wash?

What is the 2019-2025 Acura RDX Transmission Harsh Shifting and Hesitation from Stop?

What is the 2013-2018 Acura RDX AC Compressor Clutch and Bearing Failure?