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Expensive Acura RDX repairs by problem area
Engine (42%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)
Brakes and Traction Control (9%)
Suspension and Steering (15%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (0%)
Chart based on 33 repairs.
Acura RDX repair cost distribution
$2500+ (26%)
$1000 - $2499 (74%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (0%)
< $100 (0%)
Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2017 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
279-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 67000 mi US $1500 |
Replacement of worn brakes |
2016 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
279-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 68000 mi US $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. |
| 82000 mi US $1800 |
Timing Belt tensioner leaking. Replaced tensioner, timing belt, water pump, drive belt and all associated fluids. |
2014 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 114000 mi US $1000 |
Broken sway bar passenger rear. Replaced both sways and struts. |
2013 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 69000 mi US $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. |
| 74000 mi US $100 |
Drivers side visor broke. Bought a new one and replaced. |
2013 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
273-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 57040 mi C $1100 |
Timing chain Timing chain and ancillary |
| 58280 mi C $1100 |
timing chain |
| 63240 mi C $1400 |
Replaced clunking rear shocks again. I am now on my 5th set. |
| 66960 mi C $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. |
2011 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 97000 mi US $323 |
Power steering pump, hydraulics leaking Camshaft seal leaking |
| 99852 mi US $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 |
| 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. |
| 83000 mi US $810 |
Compressor replacement |
| 115000 mi US $1400 |
Air conditioning compressor failed and needed replacement |
| 71000 mi US $1300 |
Replace AC compressor |
2010 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 96720 mi C $400 |
Replaced discs and pads, new rubber boots for pins, cleaned the pins (1 rear pin was jammed due to torn rubber boot). |
| 109120 mi C $1000 |
AC compressor randomly stopped working so had it replaced. |
| 117800 mi C $153 |
4 year old battery started to crank slow. Replaced with new one to make sure it would still start in cold weather. |
2009 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 80000 mi US $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! |
| 95000 mi US $5000 |
Turbo is blown - very expensive to replace. Trade car in. Long ordeal. |
2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 75000 mi US $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. |
| 80000 mi US $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 |
| 90000 mi US $100 |
Subwoofer blown, cost 450 but under extended warranty so only 100 |
| 100000 mi US $100 |
Links were out, extended warranty covered TPMS Rear sensors went bad Vaccum hose bad |
| 52700 mi C $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. |
| 95360 mi C $155 |
Clutch and coil replacement. Issue common on CRVs and 2007-2012 RDX. All costs except diagnostic covered by Acura through extended warranty. |
| 115940 mi C $25000 |
Not cooling properly |
| 78000 mi US $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. |
| 17000 mi US $150 |
B1 service, and misc. rattles/thump from steering when cold |
| 38000 mi US $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! |
| 47000 mi US $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. |
| 73000 mi US $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. |
| 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. |
2007 Acura RDX 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 93000 mi C $1000 |
Transmission oil mixing with coolant. Problem with Radiator leak. |
| 66960 mi C $400 |
Replaced starter. |
| 95480 mi C $1500 |
Coolant leak at the back of engine near turbocharger. Exhaust manifold gasket needed replacement. |
| 100460 mi C $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. |
| 100000 mi US $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 |
| 125000 mi US $1300 |
AC has to be replaced. |
| 66000 mi US $1000 |
Power steering line was leaking, needed to be replaced. |
| 66000 mi US $300 |
Replaced power steering line |
| 86000 mi US $1450 |
transmission line ruptured inside radiator, requiring replacement of radiator and transmission line. Flushed engine and transmission. |
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