Acura RDX recalls and complaints by year
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Acura RDX, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Acura RDX, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 2007–2025 with 43 recall campaigns and 2356 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2020 (4), 2019 (4), and 2015 (4).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2019 (479), 2015 (411), and 2020 (360).
- Top recall themes: Airbags, Fuel and emissions, and Equipment and labeling.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Exterior lighting, Air bags, Engine.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Airbags
4 campaigns · Years: 2007–2016, 2020–2022These campaigns relate to airbag system components and deployment/airbag readiness issues.
Fuel and emissions
3 campaigns · Years: 2014–2020These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
Equipment and labeling
2 campaigns · Years: 2008, 2017These campaigns relate to equipment compliance, labeling, or tires.
Powertrain
2 campaigns · Years: 2013, 2021These campaigns relate to drivetrain or transmission components that can affect shifting, power delivery, or control.
Steering and suspension
2 campaigns · Years: 2024–2025These campaigns relate to steering or suspension components that can affect vehicle control or stability.
Brakes
1 campaign · Years: 2023These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
- 23V430000 · Service brakes, hydraulic: Control unit/module
Seats and restraints
1 campaign · Years: 2019–2020These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
- 23V158000 · Seat belts: Buckle assembly
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Acura RDX in NHTSA complaint data are Exterior lighting, Air bags, Engine.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 58 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Steering, Service brakes, Lane departure: assist. |
| 2024 | 1 | 13 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Visibility/wiper, Engine, Seat belts. |
| 2023 | 1 | 20 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking. |
| 2022 | 1 | 38 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Visibility/wiper, Service brakes, Air bags. |
| 2021 | 2 | 127 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Service brakes, Air bags. |
| 2020 | 4 | 360 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Visibility/wiper, Engine, Service brakes. |
| 2019 | 4 | 479 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Visibility/wiper, Power train. |
| 2018 | 1 | 90 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline, Fuel/propulsion system, Engine. |
| 2017 | 2 | 100 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Electrical system, Service brakes. |
| 2016 | 3 | 52 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Power train, Engine. |
| 2015 | 4 | 411 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Exterior lighting, Air bags, Visibility/wiper. |
| 2014 | 3 | 248 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Exterior lighting, Air bags, Visibility/wiper. |
| 2013 | 3 | 169 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Exterior lighting, Air bags, Visibility/wiper. |
| 2012 | 2 | 19 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Power train, Steering. |
| 2011 | 2 | 21 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Electrical system, Exterior lighting. |
| 2010 | 2 | 26 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Fuel system, gasoline, Seat belts. |
| 2009 | 2 | 16 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Power train:automatic transmission, Service brakes, hydraulic. |
| 2008 | 3 | 39 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Electrical system, Tires. |
| 2007 | 2 | 70 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Electrical system, Vehicle speed control. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Air bags , Fuel system and Steering
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.