

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%)
$2500+ (2%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (7%)
$100 - $499 (26%)
< $100 (57%)
turbocharged 272hp 2.0L I4 10-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Acura RDX in Alberta, Canada Apr 2021 - Jun 2022 | |||
Aug 20213100 mi | trunk floor panel misaligned |
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Jun 2021 - Jun 2022 | |||
Jul 20215580 mi | Rear brake rotors replaced due to rough surface causing uneven braking and very noisy. |
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Oct 2021 - Jun 2022 | |||
Nov 20214340 miC $11000 | Oil change |
Acura RDX in New Jersey, United States Aug 2021 - Jul 2022 | |||
Jul 20224700 mi | Dashboard creak when AC on Steering wheel creak when turning left Interior trim piece alongside cup holders loose. Part was not replaced - claimed to just reseat the part Wind noise from driver window |
turbocharged 272hp 2.0L I4 10-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Acura RDX in Florida, United States Dec 2020 - Jan 2022 | |||
Jun 20208000 mi | release lever for folding down back seat broke |
turbocharged 272hp 2.0L I4 10-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Acura RDX in California, United States Jun 2021 - Jul 2022 | |||
Jul 20228000 mi | Seat belt |
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic AWD
Acura RDX in New York, United States May 2018 - Jun 2022 | |||
Nov 202147000 mi | AWD rear wheel sensor needed to be replaced- vehicle kept defaulting into 2 wheel drive. |
Acura RDX in Virginia, United States May 2018 - Jun 2022 | |||
Sep 202131000 mi | Brake noise. Repaired per service bulletin. |
279-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Acura RDX in California, United States Aug 2016 - May 2019 | |||
Nov 201829000 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. |
Acura RDX in Georgia, United States Jul 2016 - Jun 2022 | |||
May 202257000 miUS $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. |
Acura RDX in Nevada, United States Oct 2020 - Jun 2022 | |||
May 202024000 miUS $20 | plastic center console latch broken. easy repair. good as new | ||
Jul 202026000 mi | TSB replaced front rotors for squeal when light braking, done under warranty. |
Acura RDX in North Carolina, United States Aug 2021 - Jul 2023 | |||
Aug 202223000 miUS $510 | Turning left or right caused a squeak/grinding noise while in motion. Root cause determined to be brake shims. |
Acura RDX in Texas, United States Dec 2016 - Jul 2022 | |||
Jul 202260000 miUS $170 | AC blowing warm air; recharge took 1.5 hrs and resolved the problem |
279-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Acura RDX in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2017 - Jul 2019 | |||
Jun 201814000 miUS $100 | Lose door panel screw |
Acura RDX in California, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2022 | |||
Sep 20172000 mi | Fuel smell after filling gas tank followed by OBDII Codes for evaporative pollution control small leak and then large leak. Problem was a bad seal between the in-tank fuel pump and fuel tank, which was back-ordered and not available from Acura's warehouse. Dealer found a seal at another dealership. This is a know problem under TSB Number: B-PAS-03292016-9 and NHTSA Number: 10099433 | ||
May 201813000 mi | Hood misaligned from the factory - gaps between front of hood and fender very uneven. Many other RDXs I've seen with this issue, plus the TLX loaner car also had misaligned hood - really, Acura?? | ||
Jun 202267000 miUS $185 | Front rotors warped causing vibration felt on steering wheel at higher speeds. New pads and rotors installed on front wheels. |
Acura RDX in Saskatchewan, Canada Mar 2018 - Jun 2018 | |||
Apr 201816430 mi | Vehicle has been to the dealer 8 times since Feb/2018 to try and fix vibration issue. Vehicle has the v6 engine with the Variable Cylinder Management system. Vibration seems to start when engine goes from 6 cylinders operating to 3. Traveling ar highway speeds between 105-115km/hr it is constant and quite noticeable. The latest fix was replacing the tires as they thought they were the issue,that didn't help. Booked back into the shop July 19 and they suggested possible engine mounts, shaft or shaft bearings. It appears that this is an issue with a number of Honda vehicles with the v6 with the VCM system. | ||
Jun 201817360 mi | [another attempt to fix vibration] |
Acura RDX in New Jersey, United States Apr 2017 - Jan 2020 | |||
Jul 20173500 mi | Fuel smell from rear of car. Fuel pump seal replaced. |
Acura RDX in Illinois, United States Oct 2016 - Jul 2019 | |||
Jun 201829000 mi | Passenger strut required replacement. Was rattling over rough streets |
Acura RDX in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2021 - Feb 2022 | |||
Nov 202167000 miUS $1500 | Replacement of worn brakes |
Acura RDX in Virginia, United States Feb 2020 - Feb 2022 | |||
Aug 202030888 mi | Brake squeal. Replaced brake pad retainers under warranty. | ||
May 202138673 mi | Battery failed after 46 months. Replaced under warranty. |
Engine not specified
Acura RDX in Maryland, United States Jun 2016 - Jun 2017 | |||
Jul 20167500 mi | Loose none glued down door trim | ||
May 201715000 mi | Steering wheel clicking noise |
279-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Acura RDX in Arizona, United States Jun 2015 - May 2016 | |||
Feb 201611000 mi | Navigation system cutting in and out. Rear camera loses focus and becomes very blurry at times. They can't seem to figure it out. Steering wheel stitching came undone. Nav system reprogrammed. |
Acura RDX in California, United States May 2016 - Jan 2022 | |||
Mar 20174300 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. | ||
Nov 20179000 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. The Lane Keep Assistant cannot keep the vehicle in lane all the time. | ||
Aug 202018000 miUS $160 | The driver side window one-touch auto up and down button didn't work everytime. No problem for normal up and down though. The keyless entry on the driver side required one extra touch to unlock sometimes. |
279-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Feb 2016 - Jul 2020 | |||
Jul 20162580 mi | Dashboard/steering column creak |
Acura RDX in California, United States Dec 2015 - Oct 2016 | |||
Jun 20167000 mi | Backup Camera became loose. | ||
Oct 201612000 mi | Noticed gap between Dashboard and trim on the speedometer console |
Acura RDX in Washington, United States Aug 2015 - Feb 2022 | |||
May 20165000 mi | rattle in steering wheel | ||
May 201821000 mi | Rattle in the steering weel |
Acura RDX in Washington, United States Oct 2015 - Aug 2018 | |||
Mar 201710000 mi | During the last oil change, a faulty oil plug gasket caused an oil leak |
Acura RDX in Virginia, United States May 2015 - Dec 2016 | |||
Nov 20153000 mi | had hollow thumping noise in rear over uneven surfaces. took them a few days to discover it was a bad rear strut, which needed to be ordered and ended up being in short supply hence the long time in the shop. glad they gave me a loaner! |
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Aug 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
Sep 2015620 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. | ||
Jun 201917360 mi | Replace both rear shock absorbers |
Acura RDX in California, United States Dec 2015 - Jun 2018 | |||
Jan 2016 | clicking noise from steering column | ||
Jul 20164300 mi | Steering column noise - replaced steering column cable reel. |
Acura RDX in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2021 - Feb 2022 | |||
Nov 202162000 miUS $8 | The lock knob for the center console broke when the cover was closed. I asked the service department what it would cost to repair the console and I was told it would be between $100-$125. |
Acura RDX in Oregon, United States Nov 2015 - Mar 2017 | |||
Mar 201711000 mi | noise during brake |
Acura RDX in Washington, United States Dec 2020 - Jun 2022 | |||
Sep 202062823 miUS $252 | Brake judder & brake sticking issue repaired by upgrading front brake pads and rotors. |
Acura RDX in New York, United States Mar 2016 - Jan 2022 | |||
Aug 201813000 mi | Replaced bushings in front sway bar |
Acura RDX in New Hampshire, United States Jan 2016 - Jul 2022 | |||
Jun 202168000 miUS $800 | Heard rattle coming from rear that got worse over time. Most noticeable when going over bumps. Found defective rear right shock. Replaced both shocks. | ||
Jun 202282000 miUS $1800 | Timing Belt tensioner leaking. Replaced tensioner, timing belt, water pump, drive belt and all associated fluids. |
Acura RDX in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2015 - Jan 2022 | |||
May 201822000 mi | Emission sensor |
Acura RDX in Texas, United States Apr 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
Nov 201727000 mi | Early rotor warping | ||
Mar 201833000 mi | Broken battery cable |
Acura RDX in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2017 - Jun 2022 | |||
Jun 201845000 miUS $125 | Pulsation in brakes. Rotors resurfaced and brake pads replaced |
6-cylinder automatic AWD
Acura RDX in Ohio, United States Aug 2015 - Oct 2017 | |||
Apr 201610000 mi | The radio / display had an issue | ||
Nov 201619600 mi | Car wouldn't start until third try |
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Acura RDX in Florida, United States Jan 2017 - Jun 2022 | |||
Apr 20174000 mi | both rear shock absorbers. |
Acura RDX in California, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
Mar 201851000 mi | Oil and filter change from non-dealer repair facility caused engine malfunctioning with loss of power. Dealer changed filter and oil to genuine Acura which fixed the problem. Rear shocks make noise going over bumps and rough roads. Dealer acknowledged shocks and/or spacers are bad and repair costs estimated from $200.00 to $1200.00. Car out of warranty by 1000 miles so dealer refused to warranty repair. |
Acura RDX in Virginia, United States Jul 2014 - Jun 2015 | |||
Aug 2014 | brake line leaked |
Acura RDX in California, United States Jul 2014 - Jul 2018 | |||
Jun 201620000 mi | AC made gurgling sounds periodically but dealer was unable to replicate. They did notice freon was low so they refilled it. |
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Acura RDX in New Hampshire, United States Feb 2015 - Oct 2017 | |||
Feb 201718000 mi | Torque converter shudder (TSB 16-043) developed recently. Dealer performed TSB - fluid replacement, SW update. |
Acura RDX in Minnesota, United States May 2014 - Jun 2022 | |||
Feb 201729300 mi | Battery weak - turns over very slow. Replaced battery which was still in warranty. |
Acura RDX in Georgia, United States Sep 2014 - Dec 2015 | |||
Apr 201516300 mi | CV Boot was replaced |
Acura RDX in Connecticut, United States Feb 2015 - Dec 2017 | |||
Oct 20158000 mi | Rear window tracks and regulator making awful screeching. Replaced window regulator. | ||
Dec 201512000 mi | Rear seat rattling over bumps |
Acura RDX in Ohio, United States Aug 2017 - Jun 2022 | |||
May 201837000 mi | quick recharge covered under warranty | ||
Nov 202166000 mi | Timing belt and transmission fluid / software update |
Acura RDX in Virginia, United States Jan 2017 - Apr 2018 | |||
Jun 201739000 mi | Front passenger's window regulator was replaced under warranty. Window would open and stop with a metallic clink when it stopped. Karen-Radley Acura always does a great job and the window was fixed in no time. |
Acura RDX in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2014 - Jun 2022 | |||
Nov 202179000 miUS $290 | Rear brakes replaced. Pa state inspection |
Acura RDX in New York, United States Mar 2015 - Sep 2017 | |||
Jun 201733000 mi | Rear shocks replaced under warranty due to loud banging over small bumps. |
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Acura RDX in California, United States Aug 2013 - Jun 2018 | |||
Aug 201612300 mi | Added Freon Replaced 1 rear shock |
Acura RDX in Arkansas, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
Aug 201722000 mi | Passenger mirror oscillator quit working. |
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Jun 2013 - Jul 2017 | |||
May 20149920 mi | rear shocks replaced |
Acura RDX in New Jersey, United States Jul 2013 - Jul 2015 | |||
Jan 2014 | Replaced drive shaft per TSB14-001 |
Acura RDX in South Carolina, United States Nov 2013 - Jul 2015 | |||
Mar 20146000 mi | Bluetooth unit failed |
Acura RDX in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2013 - Sep 2015 | |||
Jun 201414000 mi | Car developed a "thumping" noise when driven over uneven pavement. Sway bar was replaced at no charge. |
Acura RDX in New York, United States Oct 2013 - Apr 2015 | |||
Dec 20133000 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 | ||
Mar 20149000 mi | Dealer replaced the Propeller shaft as per Acura TSB. Vibration is cured | ||
Feb 201527000 mi | Blown center speaker |
Acura RDX in New Jersey, United States Jan 2014 - Aug 2022 | |||
Sep 201724000 mi | Light controller died and headlight had to be changed. All under warranty | ||
Aug 202210 miUS $15 | tire had nail in it and was plugged by costco tire |
Acura RDX in Illinois, United States Feb 2017 - Dec 2022 | |||
Mar 201731000 mi | Replaced left rear strut to cure a clunking noise heard when going over bumps |
Acura RDX in Tennessee, United States Dec 2020 - Jun 2022 | |||
Sep 2021114000 miUS $1000 | Broken sway bar passenger rear. Replaced both sways and struts. |
Acura RDX in Alberta, Canada Apr 2014 - Jun 2018 | |||
Dec 201521700 mi | Drivers side mirror developed "chattering" when it lowered to allow rear view while in reverse gear. New mechanism installed in one day at no charge. |
Engine not specified
Acura RDX in North Carolina, United States Mar 2015 - Mar 2016 | |||
Jan 2016 | Oil leak deep inside engine |
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Acura RDX in California, United States Jul 2017 - Mar 2021 | |||
Oct 201744000 miUS $70 | Inspected and cleaned dirt from rear calipers. |
Acura RDX in New York, United States Mar 2015 - Jan 2018 | |||
Jan 201882000 mi | Rocker arm [actually control arm?] |
Acura RDX in Florida, United States Nov 2012 - Mar 2020 | |||
Jun 20137000 mi | Dash against windshield has a dip, is not continuous in appearance | ||
Dec 201317000 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. | ||
Jun 201423000 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. | ||
Sep 201426000 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. | ||
Jun 201546000 mi | Paint over the rear hatch began flaking. Dealer repaired for no cost after contacting Acura. | ||
Dec 201559000 miUS $130 | Battery at the 35 month point failed. Not covered under warranty. | ||
Jun 2017102000 miUS $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. | ||
Apr 2019140000 miUS $230 | Replaced ventilation fan. |
Acura RDX in Tennessee, United States Nov 2012 - May 2016 | |||
Mar 201545000 mi | There was a metal clunking sound from the left rear; Acura replaced the shock absorber under warranty. |
Acura RDX in California, United States Apr 2013 - Dec 2017 | |||
Dec 201531000 miUS $30 | Replaced left front fog light bulb | ||
Sep 201648000 miUS $350 | Driver sun visor broke. Battery would not hold charge, fog lights bulb burned out. |
Acura RDX in South Carolina, United States Oct 2012 - Aug 2013 | |||
Feb 20132100 mi | Left front strut was replaced because of faulty bearings. Was replaced under warranty. |
Acura RDX in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2013 - Jun 2016 | |||
Oct 201320300 mi | Cable reel was bad, clicking noise in steering column | ||
Feb 201563000 miUS $250 | Blower motor making squealing noise, new blower motor installed | ||
Mar 201694000 miUS $200 | Rear brakes, left rear caliper had froze |
Acura RDX in Colorado, United States Jul 2013 - Sep 2017 | |||
Jan 201617300 mi | mechanic listened for blower motor noise but said it was ok when he listend. Told to come back when noise is present. |
Acura RDX in New Mexico, United States Nov 2021 - Sep 2024 | |||
Dec 202169000 miUS $1150 | Just purchased the car and had the timing belt replaced because it was older than 7 years. The timing belts on these cars are not very wide and are prone to premature breakage. I plan to replace it every 70k or 7 years from now on so I do not have to encounter a broken timing belt, which is no fun. Had the water pump and engine seals replaced at he same time. | ||
Aug 202274000 miUS $100 | Drivers side visor broke. Bought a new one and replaced. |
Acura RDX in Florida, United States Dec 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
Jun 201858000 miUS $70 | Check emission control system light lit when gas level below one-fourth tank. Light went off shortly after gas fill. OBD reader showed codes P0497 and P145c. Replaced purge valve solenoid and problem fixed. | ||
Jul 202182000 miUS $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. |
Acura RDX in California, United States Dec 2015 - Mar 2020 | |||
Mar 201852000 miUS $500 | Replaced brake pads |
Acura RDX in California, United States Jan 2015 - Mar 2016 | |||
Aug 201541000 mi | change air vent. |
Acura RDX in California, United States Dec 2014 - Jun 2016 | |||
Oct 201531200 mi | Exterior Black Plastic discoloration |
Acura RDX in Georgia, United States Jun 2014 - Jul 2017 | |||
Aug 20149400 mi | Rear dampener leaking | ||
Jul 201749000 miUS $40 | AC was a little warm. Recharged with one can and it was perfect. |
Acura RDX in Florida, United States May 2012 - Jun 2018 | |||
Apr 201315000 mi | TSB on loose under-body fairing; would be corrected under warranty. Dealer did not have parts, said would call me in later. | ||
Jul 201320800 mi | Developed moaning sound at speeds above 20 mph, around July 10. Today, dealer diagnosed problem as bad rear wheel bearing. Had to order part, will call me in next day or two for replacement work; to be under warranty. Parts arrived, took to dealer and they replaced rear wheel bearing and hub assembly. 2.5 hours. No charge, under warranty. | ||
Sep 201325000 mi | Wind noise above 50 mph, reported in my June 2013 entry. This trip, dealer completed TSB repair to underbody fairing. | ||
Oct 201557800 miUS $187 | Engine started running very rough, check engine light came on. Took to nearest dealer who cleaned fuel injectors and other parts, and gas tank. |
Acura RDX in Alabama, United States Dec 2013 - Jun 2018 | |||
Feb 201537000 mi | struts on both front wheels were "faulty", replaced under warranty |
Acura RDX in Utah, United States Jul 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
May 201865000 miUS $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]. |
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Acura RDX in California, United States Sep 2015 - Dec 2015 | |||
Oct 201540500 mi | Check Engine Emission Control Light. Loose Gas Cap continual problem |
Acura RDX in New Jersey, United States Nov 2015 - Jun 2018 | |||
Dec 201536000 mi | Rear stabilizer link was replaced. This did not cure the problem, though. TrueDelta suggested that the real problem was the rear shocks. These were ordered, and are at the dealer now, awaiting our return from vacation. | ||
Jan 201636300 mi | Rear shocks installed. It was the left rear shock, problem fixed. |
Acura RDX in New Mexico, United States Aug 2015 - Mar 2016 | |||
Sep 201545000 mi | Moon roof was not closing. Updated part released by Acura, installed. |
Acura RDX in New Jersey, United States Jun 2015 - Dec 2017 | |||
Sep 201528000 miUS $250 | vibration from brake rotors started at 16000mi . The dealer resurfaced the discs with the 28000mi service |
Acura RDX in British Columbia, Canada Dec 2016 - Apr 2018 | |||
Jan 201855800 miC $300 | Noisy rear shocks |
Acura RDX in Oregon, United States Dec 2017 - Mar 2018 | |||
Jan 201861000 mi | Rear suspension was clunking loudly. First they replaced all bushings and worn control arms. That didn't do it, so they replaced the shocks. Problem solved. |
Acura RDX in Iowa, United States May 2017 - Jul 2022 | |||
Apr 201859000 miUS $350 | Transmission fluid change. Transfer case, differential oil change. Tires rotated | ||
Jun 202189000 miUS $250 | replaced rear brake calipers and rotors, oem ones sized |
Acura RDX in New York, United States Jan 2021 - Feb 2022 | |||
Feb 202299000 miUS $50 | left headlight out. replaced both bulbs. bulb covers extremely difficult to open. |
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Mar 2013 - Oct 2023 | |||
Sep 2023102300 miC $800 | Coolant leaking,replaced radiator |
Acura RDX in Colorado, United States Mar 2016 - Jan 2022 | |||
Jul 2017945 miUS $132 | Replaced original battery. | ||
Nov 2021144000 miUS $200 | Variable Valve Timing Oil Pressure Switch removed and replaced. (Purge valve solenoid already replaced.) |
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Jun 2013 - Aug 2020 | |||
May 201740300 mi | trunk latch was noisy, it became loose | ||
Jul 201849600 miC $300 | differential sensor replaced |
Acura RDX in California, United States Jul 2016 - Aug 2016 | |||
Aug 201647000 mi | There were a subtle cranking noise like something is loose when going to uneven road from the driver side rear back. Took it to the dealership since it was still under warranty and they changed the shock on the back |
Acura RDX in Minnesota, United States Oct 2015 - Nov 2017 | |||
Jan 201770000 mi | rear shocks failed; replaced | ||
Feb 201774000 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. |
Acura RDX in Connecticut, United States Jun 2012 - Jun 2022 | |||
Mar 201723000 miUS $75 | Alignment | ||
May 201832000 miUS $150 | Aging Battery Needed Replacement After 6 years Of Faithful Service |
Acura RDX in Colorado, United States Dec 2015 - Dec 2015 | |||
Dec 201540000 mi | Broken front left strut |
Acura RDX in Saskatchewan, Canada Aug 2013 - Mar 2016 | |||
Aug 201329140 mi | Wind whistling through loose exterior floor panel under right side passenger seat. | ||
Nov 201333480 mi | Clunky rear shock. Wet seal on front drive shaft. | ||
Dec 201337200 mi | Oil seal replaced on left front axle. | ||
Feb 201440600 mi | Replaced rear struts for the 4th time. One was leaking badly, other was starting to. Also regular oil change. | ||
Dec 201463240 miC $1400 | Replaced clunking rear shocks again. I am now on my 5th set. | ||
Feb 201566960 miC $1000 | Replaced front end pieces (not struts) tie rod ends etc. Plus wheel alignment. Trying to fix clunking noises. Didn't really fix it though. Have figured since that it is a combination of cold temperatures and packed snow that causes clunk. | ||
Mar 201568820 miC $35 | Front bumper passenger side unclipped. They just put a screw in there and made a comment on the work order that it might hold or might not. This was the 2nd time I had them try to fix it. | ||
Mar 201686180 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. |
Acura RDX in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2012 - Nov 2015 | |||
Dec 201313000 mi | Gas cap detached from cable. USB not working. Display only showed bad device. |
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Jan 2013 - Jan 2017 | |||
Jun 201326040 mi | Vibration at Highway Speed | ||
Oct 201337200 mi | Plastic splash panel became loose. Dealer order new clips, apparently a common problem as they knew exactly what to order based on my description of noise and where it was coming from. Minor issue. | ||
Jan 201440300 mi | Strut noise. Dealer is putting in a new Strut Damper. Item was back ordered, took about a week and a half to source. | ||
Feb 201441300 mi | Driveshaft replaced with new design. Problem with car since new. New driveshaft has resolved issue. Drivers Strut replaced with complete new assembly. Noise is gone now. |
Acura RDX in Quebec, Canada Jul 2012 - Jan 2015 | |||
Jan 201311160 mi | Excessive vibration while driving at many different speeds. Dealer balanced tires. It haven't fixed the problem. | ||
Jan 2015 | Rear suspension started to do some noise at 40 000 km. Got repaired and was good for about 20 000 km, then it started again. |
Acura RDX in Virginia, United States Nov 2012 - Sep 2014 | |||
Jun 201420000 mi | rear light bulb went out |
Acura RDX in California, United States Feb 2015 - Sep 2016 | |||
Apr 201635200 mi | Right side mirror getting stuck when tilting down during reverse/backup. |
Acura RDX in Illinois, United States Aug 2012 - Dec 2016 | |||
Feb 20135000 mi | TSB 12-0034 performed to correct voice tag distortion on playback and Bluetooth randomly disconnecting. Rear shocks clunk over expansion joints in road. | ||
Aug 201313000 mi | Noisy rear shock previously reported finally replaced under warranty. Drivers side rear wheel bearing failed. This is the same position where a shock was replaced for locking up. I suspect one caused the other. |
Acura RDX in Connecticut, United States Mar 2012 - Feb 2022 | |||
Jan 20137300 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. | ||
Mar 20139000 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. | ||
Jun 201424000 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. | ||
Feb 201530400 mi | Replaced propeller shaft. |
Acura RDX in Virginia, United States Apr 2012 - Jun 2015 | |||
Oct 20124000 mi | rear release handle for 2nd row stopped working | ||
Jan 20136000 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. | ||
Aug 201422000 mi | Rear seat drivers side was squeaking on occasion especially over bumps. Replaced seat latch and solved the problem |
Acura RDX in Alberta, Canada Aug 2012 - Jul 2022 | |||
Jun 20134960 mi | Dashboard rattle behind audio display. Confirmed in road test and fixed. | ||
Jun 201857040 miC $1100 | Timing chain Timing chain and ancillary | ||
Sep 202158280 miC $1100 | timing chain |
Acura RDX in British Columbia, Canada Nov 2012 - Mar 2016 | |||
Jan 20138060 mi | Missing OEM fog lights. Dealership ordered in a set of fog lights and accessories. Honda / Acura Canada did not know why this particular model didn't have them from the factory, although it had all the tech package options. | ||
Nov 201529000 mi | Leather seat surface for driver's seat was replaced. The left-most cushion on the seat wasn't supportive any longer. |
Acura RDX in Maryland, United States Jan 2013 - Sep 2022 | |||
Jul 201525000 mi | Some pressure plate | ||
Sep 201528000 mi | And sensor |
Acura RDX in Connecticut, United States Oct 2014 - Oct 2017 | |||
Jan 201526800 mi | The valve cover gasket was leaking oil. Gasket was replaced. On going vibration felt through the steering column and steering wheel and at times vibration felt though the seat. Vibration is more pronounced after the car warms up and is only felt at idle or when stopped. Dealer denies feeling it. | ||
Apr 201521300 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. | ||
Jul 201523300 mi | Acura dealer did full testing on the car to try to find the cause of the excess vibration at idle. Shop manage did agree that there was an excess vibration and ordered the tests. They could not find the cause of the excess vibration. |
Acura RDX in Georgia, United States Oct 2013 - Jan 2022 | |||
Mar 201419000 mi | Replaced right front wheel bearing. |
Acura RDX in Illinois, United States Jul 2014 - Jul 2022 | |||
Dec 201415000 mi | Battery had a bad cell. Dealer checked electrical system and replaced the battery. | ||
Sep 201626000 mi | clunking sound when I hit a bump. Dealer shook suspension joints said they were good and smiled. Clunk is still there. | ||
Dec 201627000 mi | I took the vehicle to McGrath in Morton Grove, il they replaced a swayer bushing which fixed the problem. After Leta in St. Louis failed to fix it. | ||
Dec 201736000 mi | Loose gas cap light, check engine light on. Replaced gas cap Light stayed on so took it to a independent shop and he turned the lights off. | ||
Apr 201837000 mi | About 2,000 miles later the engine light came back on. I then took it to a dealer he updated the computor and turned the lights off. After about 100 miles the lights came back on. Vacuum leak created check emissions and check engine light. Returned it to the dealer he did a smoke test found a hole in gas filler pipe return? he replaced the whole pipe assembly |
Acura RDX in Indiana, United States Sep 2013 - Oct 2018 | |||
Feb 201523400 mi | Felt vibration in the car at low speeds. Vehicle subject to a service bulletin--drive shaft was warped. Replaced under warranty. |
Acura RDX in Illinois, United States May 2013 - Mar 2015 | |||
Jun 201311000 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. | ||
Jun 201423000 mi | Car continues to rattle like it has something in its throat. Acura corporate said they are aware of the problem and are working on a fix. That was 2 years ago. Still no fix. Very annoying to have car constantly vibrate and rattle. |
Acura RDX in Mississippi, United States Mar 2013 - Aug 2018 | |||
Mar 201660000 miUS $35 | Rubber piece (seal) lining right rear passenger door broke and came off, paid for part only. It was put on by dealer. | ||
Nov 2017103000 miUS $150 | The alarm system that detected air pressure in tires was erroneously alarming. It was repaired | ||
Jun 2018113000 miUS $175 | Power steering sensor quit working and all system sensors were set off. I called the dealer and they said to bring it in immediately. They replaced the sensor and the car now works normally. |
Acura RDX in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2013 - Jun 2018 | |||
Aug 201539000 mi | Moon roof would not close without holding down the wind deflector | ||
Sep 201540000 mi | moon roof would not close with out holding down the deflector. |
Acura RDX in Alberta, Canada Apr 2013 - Feb 2022 | |||
Sep 201413640 mi | Fuel filler cap sensor went off (sensor is bad, but Honda/Acura say to ignore it). During high heat (105 deg F) sunroof would not close. | ||
Aug 201523560 mi | Thunk reported from left rear wheel. Shock replaced under warranty | ||
Jun 201627280 mi | Stuttering side mirrors. |
6-cylinder automatic AWD
Acura RDX in Virginia, United States Feb 2013 - Mar 2013 | |||
Mar 20133000 mi | Front doors not closing properly. Wind noise at driver's side window |
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Acura RDX in California, United States - May 2012 | |||
May 20125500 mi | brakes groan at moderate stop. Dealer machined rear rotors and replaced pads. Noise still exists somewhat. |
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Acura RDX in Missouri, United States Jun 2022 - Jun 2022 | |||
Jun 2022103000 miUS $680 | replace alternator |
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Acura RDX in New Jersey, United States Jun 2018 - Nov 2021 | |||
Jul 201883000 miUS $810 | Compressor replacement | ||
Jul 2020115000 miUS $1400 | Air conditioning compressor failed and needed replacement |
Acura RDX in California, United States Mar 2021 - Aug 2024 | |||
Apr 202197000 miUS $323 | Power steering pump, hydraulics leaking Camshaft seal leaking | ||
Jan 202299852 miUS $2700 | Brake pedal going to floor. Replaced failed master cylinder, fluid Positive battery cable failed, replaced Warning light Failed Transmission 2nd pressure switch, replaced Leaking high pressure power steering hose leaking | ||
Aug 2024107000 miUS $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. |
Acura RDX in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2018 - Jun 2019 | |||
Jun 201971000 miUS $1300 | Replace AC compressor |
Acura RDX in Michigan, United States Dec 2021 - May 2024 | |||
Jan 2022123000 mi | Factory rims seem to have corroded; multiple bead leaks. I tried the Berryman's Tireseal-R and it's slowed the leaks but not completely cured them. These are my snowtires, so I'll try and get thru the winter and then take them to a shop to have the tires pulled, rims brushed, and remounted/balanced. Honda software fault has rendered my clock 1 hour ahead and made it so there is NO way to adjust the clock. Irritating, but have to live with it. | ||
Jun 2022133000 miUS $300 | Front calipers were sticking. At 130k, I replaced pads/rotors/calipers. | ||
Apr 2023167000 miUS $100 | Turbocharger control linkage failed; eye replaced but cannot get adjusted properly. |
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Acura RDX in Quebec, Canada Jun 2018 - Jun 2022 | |||
Jun 201896720 miC $400 | Replaced discs and pads, new rubber boots for pins, cleaned the pins (1 rear pin was jammed due to torn rubber boot). | ||
Aug 2019109120 miC $1000 | AC compressor randomly stopped working so had it replaced. | ||
Jan 2020117800 miC $153 | 4 year old battery started to crank slow. Replaced with new one to make sure it would still start in cold weather. | ||
Jul 2020112840 miC $95 | Replace rear shock. Bottom mount rubber freed from metal housing and became loose. Shock was still good unfortunately. |
Acura RDX in Alberta, Canada Mar 2021 - Dec 2023 | |||
Oct 2021105400 miC $500 | Just standard break pad replacement |
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Acura RDX in Massachusetts, United States - Mar 2016 | |||
Mar 201695000 miUS $5000 | Turbo is blown - very expensive to replace. Trade car in. Long ordeal. |
Acura RDX in North Carolina, United States Jun 2017 - Jul 2018 | |||
Feb 201780000 miUS $9000 | So after having this car for almost a year and driving it a little under 20,000 miles since purchasing this car used from a Honda dealership here in Raleigh NC (Leith Honda) I experienced the AWD system shutting off and the check engine light coming on upon accelerating. It would still drive in front wheel (2 wheel drive mode). I didn’t think much of it after all the lights in the dash went away after turning off the car then starting it back up. It got progressively more frequent and eventually stayed on all the time. I took it invto the dealership (at under 80,000 miles) and was told that “the turbocharger has gone bad and I needed to replace it”. I asked if they could repair the turbo without replacing it, and I was told it would end up being just as expensive, and that it would not guarantee to fix the problem. So I went to get a second (mom & pop shop) and third (another dealership) opinion before coming to the conclusion that this turbo was going to need to be replaced. I Kelly blue booked the vehicle to find it was worth $9,000 at best. The last place I took it to (Performance Acura in Durham NC) said I would need a new steering column bearings or something like that, which would have put me over the $9,000 that the car was worth. So I decided that it was no longer worth keeping a HONDA vehicle that was just shy of 80,000 miles and had driven it almost 1 full year. I was furious.... So I traded it in for an American Diesel truck. Lesson learned: don’t buy a Honda with a turbo in it. It will be a disappointment! So after having this car for almost a year and driving it a little under 20,000 miles since purchasing this car used from a Honda dealership here in Raleigh NC (Leith Honda) I experienced the AWD system shutting off and the check engine light coming on upon accelerating. It would still drive in front wheel (2 wheel drive mode). I didn’t think much of it after all the lights in the dash went away after turning off the car then starting it back up. It got progressively more frequent and eventually stayed on all the time. I took it invto the dealership (at under 80,000 miles) and was told that “the turbocharger has gone bad and I needed to replace it”. I asked if they could repair the turbo without replacing it, and I was told it would end up being just as expensive, and that it would not guarantee to fix the problem. So I went to get a second (mom & pop shop) and third (another dealership) opinion before coming to the conclusion that this turbo was going to need to be replaced. I Kelly blue booked the vehicle to find it was worth $9,000 at best. The last place I took it to (Performance Acura in Durham NC) said I would need a new steering column bearings or something like that, which would have put me over the $9,000 that the car was worth. So I decided that it was no longer worth keeping a HONDA vehicle that was just shy of 80,000 miles and had driven it almost 1 full year. I was furious.... So I traded it in for an American Diesel truck. Lesson learned: don’t buy a Honda with a turbo in it. It will be a disappointment! So after having this car for almost a year and driving it a little under 20,000 miles since purchasing this car used from a Honda dealership here in Raleigh NC (Leith Honda) I experienced the AWD system shutting off and the check engine light coming on upon accelerating. It would still drive in front wheel (2 wheel drive mode). I didn’t think much of it after all the lights in the dash went away after turning off the car then starting it back up. It got progressively more frequent and eventually stayed on all the time. I took it invto the dealership (at under 80,000 miles) and was told that “the turbocharger has gone bad and I needed to replace it”. I asked if they could repair the turbo without replacing it, and I was told it would end up being just as expensive, and that it would not guarantee to fix the problem. So I went to get a second (mom & pop shop) and third (another dealership) opinion before coming to the conclusion that this turbo was going to need to be replaced. I Kelly blue booked the vehicle to find it was worth $9,000 at best. The last place I took it to (Performance Acura in Durham NC) said I would need a new steering column bearings or something like that, which would have put me over the $9,000 that the car was worth. So I decided that it was no longer worth keeping a HONDA vehicle that was just shy of 80,000 miles and had driven it almost 1 full year. I was furious.... So I traded it in for an American Diesel truck. Lesson learned: don’t buy a Honda with a turbo in it. It will be a disappointment! |
Acura RDX in Quebec, Canada - Jun 2014 | |||
Jun 201483700 miC $1200 | arm Rest on door and side cover counsel, and on passer side. The leather bubbles and cracks. Called Acura and they indicated I rest my arm too much on them. changed the disk breaks 8 times since I got the RDX, the disks keep on warping, in accordance to Acura Mech.'s should you make 1 emergency stop on the highway, you will burn the disks. and they will warp. |
Acura RDX in Oregon, United States Jul 2016 - Jul 2018 | |||
Mar 2016170000 miUS $50 | Replaced relay--I can't remember which one, but it was causing severe battery drain issues. |
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Acura RDX in Washington, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
Apr 201011000 mi | engine bolt came loose took car in because air conditioning wasn't working. they couldn't find problem. put dye in system took car back a week later. they said there was a hole in the compressor due to rock damage. warranty doesn't cover the repair. 1,000 to fix |
Acura RDX in California, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2012 | |||
Aug 201132100 mi | Blown speaker in driver door |
Acura RDX in Illinois, United States Jan 2011 - Nov 2013 | |||
Nov 201118000 mi | Leak in steering column | ||
Jul 201228200 miUS $130 | Front speaker went out. Was replaced. |
Acura RDX in Indiana, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2018 | |||
May 201370000 miUS $40 | Speaker blown in front passenger door. They are cheap junk. Bought OEM from Ebay Honda dealer, looked up how-to on Acurazine.com and completed repair myself in less than an hour. | ||
Nov 2017117000 miUS $200 | Old battery, also old serpentine belt replaced |
Acura RDX in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2009 - May 2014 | |||
Jan 201032000 miUS $80 | Rattle in the dash near the windshield. 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. | ||
Mar 201033000 mi | Same rattle in dash area. Dealer could not fix on 2 tries | ||
Dec 201050000 mi | firewall structure not sound causing rattle | ||
Sep 201173000 mi | battery suddenly died | ||
Jul 2013122000 miUS $400 | AC clutch replaced, recharge of system | ||
Aug 2013124000 miUS $323 | AC quit. needed replacement. Acura helped even though way out of warranty | ||
May 2014140000 mi | Firewall rattle never went away and was annoying until the last day. I brought to the dealer many times but I just gave up. |
Acura RDX in South Carolina, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2022 | |||
Dec 201022000 mi | Car will stutter on occasion (2-3 times per year) when under heavy acceleration load. Loses power momentarily with banging noise then catches with jerking sensation. Dealer unable to replicate, no engine codes, always run 93 octane + mobil1 | ||
Apr 201233200 mi | With no prior warning, electrical acted funny, clicking on engaging ignition, interior/exterior lights flickering. Car would not start, could not be jumped. Acura TLC paid for tow to dealer and warranty covered replacement battery. | ||
Jul 201234800 mi | Intermittent problem with multi-driver programmable side mirror/seat settings. Mirrors would move to weird angles on their own, seat would no longer adjust properly to driver setting. Dealer replaced electronic controller/motor. | ||
Jan 201332200 miUS $89 | Regular oil change, inspection. AC was replaced due to recall from Honda/Acura. Symptoms include loud AC clutch, weak output. This had previously been reported, but was told by dealer it was normal behavior in the past. | ||
Dec 201355000 mi | AC does not work intermittently. Will blow air, but not cold. AC was replaced under recall less than 12 months prior. Suspected clutch but could not reproduce on demand, waiting for problem to get worse or more obvious. | ||
Jun 201563000 miUS $300 | Bad AC clutch relay, known issue on multiple Honda vehicles. Should have been replaced along with AC over a year ago as a TSB existed for exact symptoms, dealer missed/didn't check. Original AC replacement possibly not needed at all. | ||
May 201666300 miUS $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. | ||
May 2022123000 miUS $400 | Passenger door handle internal linkage broke. Could open from inside only, could not lock door. Internal door latch and linkage replaced. |
Acura RDX in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2009 - May 2018 | |||
May 201121000 mi | AC recharged, with dye. Must be a very small leak. Air conditioning and ventilation, repair | ||
Apr 201878000 miUS $1100 | Transmission oil cooler located in the radiator leaked, transmission fluid entered cooling system, turning into a mayonnaise like substance. Replaced radiator, flushed all fluids, will require further flushes over next 12 months. |
Acura RDX in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2011 - Jul 2014 | |||
Oct 201256800 mi | Passenger side power mirror motor needed to be replaced |
Acura RDX in California, United States Dec 2009 - May 2020 | |||
Feb 201025000 mi | Broken strut Strut broken | ||
Jun 2016119000 miUS $85 | A/C relay faulty and was replace. |
Acura RDX in Florida, United States Dec 2009 - Sep 2017 | |||
Jan 201017000 miUS $150 | B1 service, and misc. rattles/thump from steering when cold | ||
Sep 201138000 miUS $120 | Navigation system rebooting. Also, would not route to destination outside of the tri-county area. 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! | ||
Nov 201140000 mi | Transmission shudders periodically during low-speed acceleration. | ||
Feb 201243700 mi | Vehicle shudders at low speed during light acceleration. Typically 30-45mph. Feels like torque converter. Passenger seat squeaks (only when someone is in it). Leather loose/ ripples on center armrest. | ||
Mar 201244000 mi | Replaced defective console lid. Reported transmission shuddering again. Again, could not duplicate. | ||
Jun 201247000 miUS $200 | Transmission shudder when accelerating in traffic (25-45mph). Passenger seat squeaks when someone is sitting in it. Loud "thump" sound when AC system switches from recirculate to fresh air. | ||
Apr 201357000 mi | Gurgling sound behind dash when AC is on. Driver's seat lumbar unit pops and thumps when in operation. Requires moving into full extension before it will retract. | ||
May 201358500 mi | Hissing sound from lower radiator area after engine is up to temp. Coolant smell in cabin. | ||
Oct 201366200 mi | Right-front wheel bearing failed. Repaired under warranty. Drivers door armrest leather rippling and worn *Refused repair, dealer claims Acura extended warranty, nor add-on "Interior Protection" warranty (purchased when new) does not cover this. | ||
Jun 201468000 mi | Shuddering during low speed acceleration. Home Link transmitter failed | ||
Aug 201469400 mi | Leather rippling on both the driver's and passenger's door armrest. Despite prior leather repair on center console repaired under warranty, dealer insisted this is not covered under extended warranty, nor their "leather appearance" warrant | ||
Dec 201473000 miUS $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. AC system makes wheezing sound and does not cool for periods of time, then later works fine. Replaced AC clutch, coil pack, and resister under TSB. | ||
Mar 201576000 mi | Bluetooth periodically drops calls, pairs and unpaired from phone AC not as cold as it should, despite TSB repair in December | ||
Dec 2016102000 miUS $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. |
Acura RDX in British Columbia, Canada Dec 2008 - Jan 2011 | |||
Jun 20083720 mi | The sunroof stopped working after opening. | ||
Aug 201020460 mi | The front windows would rattle when half way down. They said that they replaced the motors for the windows to fix the problem. the windows still rattle. I have to contact the service center again. | ||
Dec 201023560 mi | Car would not start but all electrical components turned on (nav, audio system, head lights). Memory seats stopped working even after replacing the battery. Dealer asked to take car back for repair. Didn't since lease was up after 2 weeks. |
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Dec 2009 - Feb 2019 | |||
Jun 201032240 mi | Caliper sticking and needed replacement | ||
Apr 201147000 mi | cruise control not working intermittently. however, it was working when taken to shop so unable to replicate or repair | ||
Sep 201152700 miC $150 | Unable to use bluetooth. Dealer diagnostic indicated that system needed to be replaced (integral radio system with Navi). Repair estimated at $700. Acura and dealer covered cost of repair except for diagnostic time $150 noted above. | ||
Aug 201595360 miC $155 | Clutch and coil replacement. Issue common on CRVs and 2007-2012 RDX. All costs except diagnostic covered by Acura through extended warranty. | ||
Sep 2017115940 miC $25000 | Not cooling properly |
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Feb 2013 - Aug 2020 | |||
Oct 201593100 mi | Cable for climate control mixing door replaced | ||
May 201696720 mi | Replaced compressor | ||
Jul 201696920 mi | A/C relay replaced | ||
Mar 2018106020 miC $50 | exhaust heat shield | ||
Jun 2019109740 miC $500 | Alternator Replacement |
Acura RDX in Louisiana, United States Nov 2015 - Jun 2017 | |||
Jan 201696300 mi | Power steering pump noisy. Replaced. Speakers blown. | ||
Oct 2016101500 miUS $100 | New struts were installed previously. Clunking noise that sounded like blown strut continued. Strut mounts were old/damaged. | ||
Jun 2017109000 miUS $400 | Clunking noise over every minor bump. Inner joints were worn. Replaced both cv shafts with new and aligned. |
Acura RDX in California, United States Apr 2016 - Jan 2018 | |||
Aug 201674100 miUS $400 | The battery was draining but diagnostics did not show a problem. Another shop had replaced the battery and the altenator. This shop did some online research and replaced the starter. This solved the problem for awhile. Trouble again and this time I took it to an auto electrical shop. Problem was traced to the fuse that controls the voice commands. No more battery drain and it has been12 months. |
Acura RDX in Rhode Island, United States Dec 2009 - May 2010 | |||
Dec 200949400 mi | Turbocharger was leaking and replaced under about-to-expire warranty. Service guy said he'd never seen this. |
Acura RDX in Wisconsin, United States May 2011 - Jun 2014 | |||
May 2014109000 miUS $30 | Rear hatch strut had rusted through and was no longer working | ||
Jun 2014109000 mi | Minor clunk coming form the front suspension over small bunks |
Acura RDX in South Carolina, United States Aug 2015 - Dec 2016 | |||
Oct 201596200 miUS $190 | Starter began showing signs of failure. Tested battery and charging system; all checked good. Replaced starter with remanufactured unit. | ||
Sep 2016104000 miUS $75 | Driver's side visor mechanism broke. Replaced with new visor from dealer. | ||
Dec 2016108000 miUS $45 | Driver's side air mix motor was seizing up and making noise. Replaced with new air mix motor. |
Acura RDX in Alberta, Canada - Sep 2008 | |||
Sep 20083720 mi | Rattles throughout the vehicle, dealership claims cooler weather is responsible. |
Acura RDX in Alberta, Canada Mar 2015 - Mar 2015 | |||
Mar 2015 | Overheating suddenly. Took it into dealership. Diagnostics and testing done. Could not find problem. Told to drive it for a couple of weeks and bring it back. Overheating the next day. Took it back. Now I need a new engine for $10,000. |
Acura RDX in North Carolina, United States Apr 2013 - May 2018 | |||
May 2013151000 miUS $25 | AC compressor stops working randomly. No problems found between dash and relay box. Relay clicks, but clutch doesn't engage every time. Shop wanted to replace entire compressor for 850. Instead I will investigate further. | ||
Jul 2013153200 miUS $100 | Clutch still engaging intermittantly. Acura dealer to replace clutch and field winding. Opted not to fix. Problem is with the spacing between the coil and armature. Remove spacer, and ac should be okay. | ||
Aug 2013156100 miUS $250 | Replaced AC compressor - bought knockoff online; works like a charm and had no issues installing it. Exact fit. | ||
Sep 2015188000 miUS $45 | Replaced cruise control switch | ||
Mar 2016196000 miUS $22 | The air conditioning went out again. It was discovered a relay for the AC compressor clutch was mis-sized by Acura/Honda. Likely the AC compressor replacement in 2012 could have been avoided with this relay replacement. | ||
Jan 2018234950 miUS $950 | Front axle is bent; control arm bushings are bad. Both replaced. The car was in a head-on collision in 2015. It is possible the frame was not completely corrected at this time. And over 55,000 miles, it caused the axle to bend, then causing the bushings to go bad. No other collision or incident has occurred that should cause an axle to bend since the 2015 accident. | ||
May 2018240000 miUS $55 | Knock Sensor went bad, causing the Check Emission System alarm. Speed sensing sensor has a short. |
Acura RDX in Minnesota, United States Mar 2014 - Sep 2015 | |||
Apr 201475000 miUS $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. | ||
Jun 201480000 miUS $4000 | Turbo went out at 80,000 took a long time to diagnose Turbo went out at 80,000 took a long time to diagnose | ||
Jun 201590000 miUS $100 | Subwoofer blown, cost 450 but under extended warranty so only 100 | ||
Sep 2015100000 miUS $100 | Links were out, extended warranty covered TPMS Rear sensors went bad Vaccum hose bad |
Acura RDX in Nova Scotia, Canada Dec 2014 - May 2016 | |||
Mar 201584940 mi | Noticed weatherstripping at bottom rear door loose. I pried it off. Another piece came loose from another door as well. Not repaired yet. | ||
May 201586180 mi | Did not repair but diagnosed issue with A/C system that would cost $700 Cdn to fix. Will do so when I have money. |
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Acura RDX in Washington, United States Sep 2012 - Oct 2012 | |||
Oct 201248000 miUS $120 | Would not start. Lost all power. Jump starts fixed the issue. Turned out the battery was at the end of its life |
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Feb 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
Mar 201024800 mi | THE CAR WOULD SUDDENLY APPLY THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE, CAUSING THE CAR TO VEER ONTO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD UNEXPECTEDLY. THE "SHAWD" WARNING LIGHT HAD BEEN COMING ON OCCASIONALLY BEFORE THE FAILURE. WE ARE NOT CLEAR AS TO WHAT WAS REPLACED. | ||
Sep 201031000 miC $280 | Told a tire pressure monitor was faulty, and that not "Acura" sensors, but they were on the car when it was newly purchased.I checked the tire pressure, and they were questionably low. Inflated all tires another2 psi, problem gone. |
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Jun 2011 - Jun 2013 | |||
Aug 201152080 mi | Fog and moisture in the headlights. Acura dealer replaced under warranty. $1000 cost. | ||
Dec 201160760 mi | Turbo gauge sensor gone bad. Reports inaccurate boost. |
Acura RDX in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2011 - Dec 2012 | |||
Dec 201245260 mi | Motor for windshield washer to be replaced under ext. warranty. Interval between wipes is not regular and blades do not stop at home position any longer. Issue with interior lights staying on as well (service bulletin). Traded in car. |
Acura RDX in Alberta, Canada Jun 2014 - Jun 2017 | |||
Jun 201551460 mi | Rust at base of drivers door. Repaired under original owner body rust Sovereign" lifetime insurance policy bought at purchase. Sub car provided. No charge; no hassle. No rust anywhere else on car. Great dealer. | ||
Jun 201765720 miC $900 | Very slow leakage of fluid from timer chain compartment--four hours. |
Acura RDX in Florida, United States Apr 2013 - May 2013 | |||
May 2013100000 miUS $1500 | vehicle smoking due to driver error. i put cheap oil in a turbocharged vehicle, that requires a higher grade, learned my lesson don't use cheap oil |
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Oct 2011 - Apr 2017 | |||
Dec 201366960 miC $400 | Replaced starter. | ||
Nov 201595480 miC $1500 | Coolant leak at the back of engine near turbocharger. Exhaust manifold gasket needed replacement. | ||
Dec 201596100 mi | Replaced starter under warranty for faulty aftermarket starter that was replaced two years ago but had a four year warranty. | ||
May 2016100460 miC $1600 | Exhaust manifold gasket needed to be replaced and well as a tube going through turbo as there is a liquid cooled manifold and turbo. |
Acura RDX in Washington, United States Apr 2009 - Aug 2011 | |||
Jul 201051000 mi | Leaking strut had to be replaced | ||
Aug 201167000 miUS $200 | Clicking noise when turning right. Dirty oil in the rear differential. Replaced oil, solved. |
Acura RDX in Connecticut, United States Apr 2007 - Oct 2019 | |||
Dec 2016114000 miUS $600 | New starter | ||
Jun 2017118000 miUS $800 | Was making loud noise so bearings were replaced |
Acura RDX in California, United States Nov 2007 - Mar 2017 | |||
Dec 200716000 mi | Spring-loaded cup holder door on console broke, new door ordered and replaced New cupholder installed. | ||
Dec 2013127000 mi | SHAWD light went on reason was low oil |
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Jul 2013 - Jun 2022 | |||
Sep 2016133920 miC $508 | Vehicle required a new starter. Symptoms leading to a new starter was that the vehicle started to hesitate during initial start up. | ||
Oct 2021197780 miC $450 | Ball joints needed to be replaced |
Acura RDX in Florida, United States Jun 2007 - Jan 2010 | |||
Mar 20089000 mi | Loud squeal when starting cold engine. Dealer could not replicate. | ||
Sep 200815000 miUS $94 | Air compressor clutch noise when turning on/off | ||
Jun 200919000 miUS $76 | RR passenger door rattled |
Acura RDX in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2008 - Jan 2015 | |||
Feb 200931000 mi | A right rear shock was found to be leaking. The unit was replaced at no cost to me. | ||
Aug 201056000 mi | The NAV disc player malfunctioned and "ate" the actual disc rendering the NAV function useless. The unit was removed by the dealer and sent out for repair. New disc ordered. All covered under extended Acura warranty. | ||
Sep 201288000 mi | Parking lockout switch went bad causing check engine light and failing AWD and ABS system. Covered fully under extended Honda warranty. Would have been about $175.00 out of warranty | ||
Jul 201399700 mi | The starter failed and the car had to be towed to the dealership. They replaced the entire starter with a new Acura part under the extended warranty coverage | ||
Sep 2013103000 mi | The Blender motor was making loud noises when a/c or heat was on. Dealer replaced motor and it was covered under extended Zurich warranty. Cost to owner was 0 |
Acura RDX in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2008 - May 2015 | |||
Jan 200938000 mi | Replaced winshield wiper motor. | ||
Jul 200947000 mi | air conditioning line leaking and needed replaced | ||
Mar 201166000 miUS $1000 | Power steering line was leaking, needed to be replaced. | ||
Apr 201166000 miUS $300 | Replaced power steering line Replaced power steering line | ||
Jun 201167000 mi | Air conditioner condenser is leaking and needs replaced, condenser ordered from dealer and will be installed in 2 weeks. Condenser under warranty and no charge for repairs. | ||
Jul 201167500 mi | Replaced air conditioner condensor Air conditioner condenser is leaking and needs replaced, condenser ordered from dealer and will be installed in 2 weeks. Condenser under warranty and no charge for repairs. July air conditioner condenser was replaced by dealer at no charge. | ||
Jun 201486000 miUS $1450 | transmission line ruptured inside radiator, requiring replacement of radiator and transmission line. Flushed engine and transmission. | ||
May 201588000 mi | Turbo charger needed replaced. |
Acura RDX in New York, United States Feb 2009 - Jul 2013 | |||
Feb 201186300 miUS $100 | Right rear lower passenger door seal FELL OFF | ||
Nov 2012122900 miUS $720 | Leaking left rear shock. Replaced both rear shocks |
Acura RDX in California, United States Sep 2014 - Sep 2016 | |||
Sep 2015125000 miUS $1300 | AC has to be replaced. |
Acura RDX in Virginia, United States Mar 2015 - Jan 2018 | |||
Jan 2018149000 miUS $780 | Thermostat, & heater control valve heater would not get very hot |
Acura RDX in California, United States Jul 2016 - Mar 2019 | |||
Dec 2017122000 mi | Heater for passenger seat no longer working. Due to parts cost and require to order them we decided not to fix the issue and live with it as is. LED for the dash clock and some control buttons have stopped working. We decided not to repair and live with vehicle as is. | ||
Jun 2018127000 miUS $820 | AC compressor was replaced. | ||
Dec 2018131000 miUS $350 | Alternator was replaced. |
Acura RDX in California, United States Mar 2018 - Jul 2018 | |||
Mar 2018152000 miUS $800 | Replaced AC compressor |
Acura RDX in Texas, United States Aug 2007 - Nov 2021 | |||
May 2021153000 miUS $100 | Had a parasitic drain, disconnected XM to fix |
Acura RDX in Ontario, Canada Dec 2020 - Dec 2021 | |||
Jun 2021122760 miC $800 | rear shock and front lower ball joint |
Acura RDX in California, United States Aug 2013 - Dec 2013 | |||
Nov 201389000 mi | Navigation system failed and had to be replaced. The dealer that I purchased the Acura had promise to update my map and couldn't load it so they had it done at an Acura dealer. It cost the dealer over $1400 for the update and the new Nav. |
Acura RDX in Quebec, Canada Aug 2013 - Dec 2017 | |||
Jun 201762930 miC $900 | All 4 brake disks, pads replaced Bushings replaced. |
Acura RDX in Kentucky, United States May 2014 - Apr 2015 | |||
Feb 2015159700 miUS $135 | Brake caliper and hose replaced. |
Acura RDX in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2013 - Sep 2017 | |||
May 2015108000 miUS $280 | Front right wheel bearing |
Acura RDX in California, United States Apr 2017 - Sep 2018 | |||
May 2017111200 miUS $225 | AC gate valve failed making noise and blowing hot air on passenger side | ||
Dec 2017117000 miUS $350 | Acura A156 service: oil change, rear differential fluid and engine coolant change. |
Acura RDX in Quebec, Canada Sep 2014 - Oct 2014 | |||
Oct 201493000 miC $1000 | Transmission oil mixing with coolant. Problem with Radiator leak. |
Acura RDX in Delaware, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2010 | |||
Dec 20079000 mi | Warranty Fuel pump repair. |
Acura RDX in Alberta, Canada Jul 2016 - Feb 2021 | |||
Aug 201671300 mi | Clutch in the A/C system failed |
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic AWD
Acura RDX in Florida, United States Mar 2007 - Mar 2010 | |||
Jul 20073000 mi | backfired twice while on the throttle.Dealer could not find problem. | ||
Sep 20076000 mi | The RDX backfires at low rpm as your giving it less then full throttle.This happens only after it has been sitting for a while.I can`t make it happen at will and neither can the dealer. There is a loud noise and I lose power for a few seconds. | ||
Oct 20077000 mi | Backfiring problem again; dealer can't replicate. | ||
Nov 20079000 mi | Backfiring problem again; dealer can't replicate. | ||
Dec 200710000 miUS $130 | RDX has been intermitently been back-firing since I bought the suv. I can't make it happen at will and neither can the dealer. It's happened 12 times. They say they can`t fix what they can`t duplicate. I do not believe this has only been happening to mine |
4-cylinder automatic AWD
Acura in Alabama, United States Dec 2006 - Jun 2007 | |||
Mar 200712000 mi | Sunroof rattle, repair failed. Second trip for rattle, again unsuccessful. Rattle later went away on its own. |