Acura
RDX
Acura RDX: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
Licensed photo · Photo creditMakeAcura
ClassSmall SUV
Model years (US)2007–2027
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
Generations and technical specifications
Acura RDX – Third generation2018–2026
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | TC1/2 |
| Production | May 2018 – May 05, 2026 |
| Model years | 2019–2026 |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive / all-wheel drive (SH-AWD) |
| Platform | Honda Architecture (HA) |
| Engines | 2.0 L K20C4 (turbo) |
| Transmissions | 10-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,751 mm |
| Length | 4,742 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,669 mm |
| Assembly | United States: East Liberty, Ohio (East Liberty Auto Plant); Marysville, Ohio (Marysville Auto Plant, 2021-2022 PMC Edition) China: Guangzhou (GAC Honda, 2018-2022) |
| Designer | Randall Smock |
Acura RDX – Second generation2012–2018
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | TB3/4 |
| Production | March 2012–2018 |
| Model years | 2013–2018 |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Platform | Honda C-5 |
| Engines | 3.0 L J30Y1 V6 (China Only) 3.5 L J35Z2 V6 |
| Transmissions | 6-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,685 mm |
| Length | 4,666 mm |
| Width | 1,854 mm |
| Height | 1,631 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,686 kg (FWD) 1,741 kg (AWD) |
| Assembly | United States: East Liberty, Ohio (East Liberty Auto Plant) |
| Designer | Toshinobu Minami (2010) |
Acura RDX – First generation2006–2012
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | TB1/2 |
| Production | July 2006–2012 |
| Model years | 2007–2012 |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel-drive, all-wheel-drive (SH-AWD) |
| Engines | 2.3 L K23A1 turbo I4 |
| Transmissions | 5-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,649 mm |
| Length | 2007-09: 4,590 mm 2010-12: 4,636 mm |
| Width | 1,869 mm |
| Height | 1,656 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,800 kg |
| Assembly | United States: Marysville, Ohio (Marysville Auto Plant) |
| Designer | Jon Ikeda (2004) |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2026 | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | 10-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2019–2023 | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | 10-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2019 | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | 10-speed automatic | Four-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2013–2018 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2013–2018 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2010–2012 | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | 5-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2010–2012 | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2007–2009 | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2026 | 2.0 L, 4 cyl · 10-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 8.7–9.0 L/100 km |
| 2019–2023 | 2.0 L, 4 cyl · 10-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 8.4–8.7 L/100 km |
| 2019 | 2.0 L, 4 cyl · 10-speed automatic · Four-wheel drive | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 8.7–9.0 L/100 km |
| 2013–2018 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 10.7 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km |
| 2013–2018 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km |
| 2010–2012 | 2.3 L, 4 cyl · 5-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| 2010–2012 | 2.3 L, 4 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 11.2 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| 2007–2009 | 2.3 L, 4 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Small SUV, SUV |
| Model years in EPA data | 2007–2026 |
| Powertrains | Petrol |
| Engine displacement | 2.0–3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4, 6 |
| Transmission types | Automatic |
| Drive | All-wheel drive, Front-wheel drive, Four-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (premium) |
| Configurations listed | 47 |
| Forced induction | Turbocharged (on some versions) |
| Start-stop system | On some versions |
| Luggage volume (EPA) | 793 L |
| Passenger volume (EPA) | 2,860 L |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2007–2027 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Lights | 612 | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Visibility and wipers | 302 | 2015, 2019, 2020 |
| Airbags | 232 | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Engine and cooling | 227 | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Electrical system | 163 | 2017, 2019, 2020 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 144 | 2017, 2019, 2020 |
| Fuel and propulsion | 139 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Brakes | 121 | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Body and structure | 92 | 2015, 2019, 2020 |
| Speed control and cruise | 79 | 2017, 2019, 2020 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2007–2025: 2172 complaints, 57 with a crash and 11 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.