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Acura RDX repairs by problem area

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%)

Chart based on 402 repairs.
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Acura RDX other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (8%)

< $100 (92%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2019 Acura RDX 4dr SUV

turbocharged 272hp 2.0L I4 10-speed shiftable automatic FWD

8000 mi Seat belt 

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2016 Acura RDX 4dr SUV

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

4300 mi Steering column noise - replaced steering column cable reel. 

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2013 Acura RDX 4dr SUV

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

8060 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. 
40300 mi trunk latch was noisy, it became loose 
26040 mi Vibration at Highway Speed 
13000 mi Gas cap detached from cable. 
4000 mi rear release handle for 2nd row stopped working 

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2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV

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

57000 mi Driver's seat lumbar unit pops and thumps when in operation. Requires moving into full extension before it will retract. 
109000 mi

US $30
Rear hatch strut had rusted through and was no longer working 
123000 mi

US $400
Passenger door handle internal linkage broke. Could open from inside only, could not lock door. Internal door latch and linkage replaced. 

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2007 Acura RDX 4dr SUV

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

16000 mi Spring-loaded cup holder door on console broke, new door ordered and replaced New cupholder installed. 

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Acura RDX Other Problems

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