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2013 Acura RDX repairs by problem area

Engine (12%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (27%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

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

Other (4%)

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2013 Acura RDX electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (62%)

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Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Acura RDX 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

31000 mi

US $30
Replaced left front fog light bulb 
41000 mi change air vent. 
49000 mi

US $40
AC was a little warm. Recharged with one can and it was perfect. 
82000 mi

US $120
AC was blowing warm on driver's side but cold on passenger side. Diagnosis was low on Freon due to bad O-ring at compressor. O-ring was replaced and system recharged to factory spec. Problem solved. 
63000 mi

US $250
Blower motor making squealing noise, new blower motor installed 
24000 mi mechanic listened for blower motor noise but said it was ok when he listend. Told to come back when noise is present. 
17000 mi Navigation system kept directing me to areas 500+ miles form current location. Had to reset navigation to local area. Will be taking back again as this held for just two weeks and again lost its location. 
23000 mi Again, navigation system kept taking me to locations 1200 miles away. Enter a local business (national chain) and it leads me to Wisconsin although I am in Florida. 
26000 mi Navigation is set to NE Florida, I entered national restaurant chain it returned "South St. Philadelphia." Entered another national retailer, returned "Chihuahua Mexico." Never gives me the local establishment. Repair unsuccessful. 
59000 mi

US $130
Battery at the 35 month point failed. Not covered under warranty. 
102000 mi

US $135
Dealer replaced battery in Jan 2016 with a battery manufacture date of 12/15. At the 17 month point the Acura brand battery dies and when tested had a bad cell. Tow the car to the dealer? No. Take the battery to the dealer? No. I spent the money to buy a new battery and am now trying to obtain a prorated refund for the replacement from dealer. Dealer stated I should have brought he battery to them for replacement. The drive is 50 minutes each way, local auto parts store 5 minutes. You make the choice. Time is money. 
140000 mi

US $230
Replaced ventilation fan. 

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2013 Acura RDX 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

945 mi

US $132
Replaced original battery. 
32000 mi

US $150
Aging Battery Needed Replacement After 6 years Of Faithful Service 
35200 mi Right side mirror getting stuck when tilting down during reverse/backup. 
99000 mi

US $50
left headlight out. replaced both bulbs. bulb covers extremely difficult to open. 
103000 mi

US $150
The alarm system that detected air pressure in tires was erroneously alarming. It was repaired 
27280 mi Stuttering side mirrors. 
5000 mi TSB 12-0034 performed to correct voice tag distortion on playback and Bluetooth randomly disconnecting. 
15000 mi Battery had a bad cell. Dealer checked electrical system and replaced the battery. 
13000 mi USB not working. Display only showed bad device. 
20000 mi rear light bulb went out 

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2013 Acura RDX Electrical Problems

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