2008 Acura RDX Acura RDX 2008

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2008 Acura RDX repairs by problem area

Engine (11%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (46%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (16%)

Other (3%)

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2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

32240 mi Caliper sticking and needed replacement 
38000 mi

US $120
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! 
102000 mi

US $1000
Periodic high pitch squealing coming from the rear of the vehicle. Caliper pins found out of position, and periodically rubbing against the rotors. Reset pins, and resurfaced rotors. 
32000 mi

US $80
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. 

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