2020 Acura RDX Problems & Complaints

Most common 2020 Acura RDX problems

• Other / not specified~6,000 miles
  10229%
• Windows, wipers & sunroof~55,000 miles
  10129%
• Engine & cooling~6,000 miles
  5716%
• Fuel & propulsion system~6,000 miles
  3711%
• Electrical system~5,000 miles
  278%
• Body & structure~0 miles
  267%
• Brakes~2,000 miles
  237%
• Transmission & drivetrain~5,000 miles
  226%
• Speed control & acceleration~6,000 miles
  195%
• Air bags~1,000 miles
  62%
• Suspension~0 miles
  62%
• Driver assistance~10,000 miles
  62%
• Steering~4,000 miles
  31%
• Lights
  21%
• Seats~1,000 miles
  10%
• Stability & traction control~4,000 miles
  10%
• Seat belts~25,000 miles
  10%

Share of the 348 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Acura RDX complaints by model year

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2020 Acura RDX recalls (5)

What 2020 Acura RDX owners say

Windows, wipers & sunroof all 101 →

The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked at her residence, a loud sound was heard coming from outside. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the rear windshield had shattered and there were glass shards on the driveway and inside of the vehicle. There was no impact to the rear windshield that could have caused it to shatter. An auto glass company was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that parts were on backorder. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was referred to the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The manufacturer informed the contact that the cold temperature caused the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 19,000.

The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, she approached the rear of the vehicle to open the hatch and noticed that the edges of the rear window was crumbling. The contact stated that upon opening the hatch, the middle of the hatch window cracked and the pieces fell inside the trunk. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed the contact that they could not determine that the failure was a Manufacturer's defect. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist unless the dealer determined that it was a Manufacturer's defect. A case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 22,908.

Engine & cooling all 57 →

The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH in inclement weather, moisture entered the turbocharger, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over, restarted the vehicle, and drove to a local dealer. A technician confirmed that the failure was caused by moisture entering the turbocharger and referenced an unknown Technical Service Bulletin associated with the repair for the vehicle. The dealer stated that the vehicle was safe to operate. There were no further issues with the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine started shuddering and vibrating, and the vehicle stalled. The message that the engine was overheating was displayed. The vehicle was driven to the local dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the head gasket had failed. The contact was later informed that the bolts on the turbocharger also failed. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 82,000.

Fuel & propulsion system all 37 →

The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle rolled to the side of the roadway. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the fuel pump had fractured and failed to function as intended. The contact was advised to contact the local dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was confirmed that the fuel pump had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 53,000. The VIN was unavailable.

2020 Acura RDX engines & fuel economy

EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.