2011 Acura RDX Acura RDX 2011

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2011 Acura RDX repairs by problem area

Engine (21%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (14%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (36%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 14 repairs.
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2011 Acura RDX 4dr SUV

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

167000 mi

US $100
Turbocharger control linkage failed; eye replaced but cannot get adjusted properly. 
97000 mi

US $323
Camshaft seal leaking 
107000 mi

US $650
Check Emissions Light on w/SH-AWD, DTC P2263. DIY changed out VGT End Rod on turbo flow actuator. After about 100 miles light. And back w/same DTC P2263. Shop checked for Vacuum leaks, check sensors, map,turbo boost, evap etc, no trouble found. Changed turbo flow boost actuator as linkage loose and rod had play. Car has been driving good, no turbo boost trouble, great acceleration. Dealer quoted $10k to replace turbo, 2 other local mechanics checked turbo for leaks, cracks, etc no trouble found. Thousands of YouTube, acurazine blogs, social media comments same trouble after 100k and 10 years +. Many fixed with end rod swap as wears out of shape causing slack in link or diaphragm in westgate/turbo flow boost actuator tears. 

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