Is the Acura RDX Reliable?
2007–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Acura RDX Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 0 | 35 | — | — | 73 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 8 | 4 | — | 78 | Good |
| 2023 | 0 | 9 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 1 | 17 | 2 | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 2 | 82 | 2 | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 2 | 213 | 7 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2019 | 2 | 279 | 4 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2018 | 0 | 47 | 3 | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 1 | 50 | 1 | — | 87 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the RDX Compares to Similar Vehicles
The RDX scores 11 points above the average luxury — a strong result.
Known Acura RDX Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 740 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Acura RDX reliable?+
The Acura RDX scores 81/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 9 recall campaigns and 740 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year RDX is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 RDX achieved the highest reliability score of 95/100 with 0 recalls and 9 complaints.
How many miles does a RDX last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Acura RDX owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used RDX will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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