Acura RDX Window & Wiper Problems

Owners have filed 302 complaints about windows, wipers & sunroof problems with the Acura RDX — 14% of all RDX complaints. The worst model years are 2019 (114), 2020 (101) and 2015 (23). Problems typically start around 60,000 miles. No window & wiper recall has been issued for the RDX.

302complaints
2019worst year
60ktypical miles
0related recalls
1crashes
1fires

Window & Wiper complaints by model year

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Window & Wiper complaints per model year, Acura RDX.
YearComplaintsShare of year's complaintsTypical mileage
202513%—
2024217%—
2023417%38,000 miles
20221239%8,000 miles
20211513%60,000 miles
202010129%55,000 miles
201911426%63,000 miles
201723%5,000 miles
201625%100,000 miles
2015236%74,000 miles
2014104%85,000 miles
2013106%48,000 miles
200917%56,000 miles
200759%59,000 miles

Which parts fail

  • Windshield
    12
  • Sun/moon roof assembly
    9
  • Rear window wiper/washer › Motor
    1
  • Glass, side/rear
    1
  • Fixed panaramic roof/sky light assembly
    1

Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).

Mileage when the problem started

  • Under 25k
    1624%
  • 25k–50k
    1522%
  • 50k–75k
    2232%
  • 75k–100k
    1218%
  • 100k–150k
    34%
  • 150k+
    00%

What owners report

The contact owns a 2023 Acura RDX. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and retrieving an item from the front driver's side door; after closing the door, the rear glass exploded without impact. The dealer was notified of the failure, and an appointment was scheduled. Upon investigation, the contact discovered an undisclosed Technical Service Bulletin that was associated with the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was informed that the model of vehicle was not included in a TSB for the failure. A case was filed with the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 30,100.

2023 RDX · 30,000 miles · Jul 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while driving in a heavy rain storm the windshield wipers was activated and suddenly seized. The contact was able to drive and park on the shoulder and the local police were contacted. After the rain storm passed the vehicle was safely driven home. The cause of the failure not determined. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 37,850.

2023 RDX · 38,000 miles · May 2026

The contact owns a 2022 Acura RDX. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof fractured while it was raining, and water entered the cabin of the vehicle through the sunroof. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was currently being repaired by the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 7,000.

2022 RDX · Sun/moon roof assembly · 7,000 miles · Sep 2023

The contact owns a 2022 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off, the rear liftgate window shattered. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 8,000.

2022 RDX · 8,000 miles · Dec 2023

The contact owns a 2021 Acura RDX. While driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal gunshot sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact inspected the exterior of the vehicle but found no failure. The contact stated that the following day, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the panoramic roof glass shattered, and glass shards fell inside the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 56,000.

2021 RDX · Fixed panaramic roof/sky light assembly · 56,000 miles · Feb 2026

The contact owns a 2021 Acura RDX. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary in the driveway, he noticed that the rear windshield had shattered. Upon inspection, the contact stated he did not see any near objects that would have caused the windshield to shatter. The contact read online of other vehicle owners experiencing the same failure due to the cold weather. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 5,539.

2021 RDX · Windshield · 6,000 miles · Dec 2021

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.

2020 RDX · Windshield · 19,000 miles · Feb 2022

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.

2020 RDX · 23,000 miles · Mar 2022

Frequently asked questions

Which Acura RDX years have window & wiper problems?

By NHTSA complaints, the 2019 (114), 2020 (101), 2015 (23), 2021 (15) and 2022 (12) model years. Window & Wiper complaints make up 26% of all complaints for the 2019.

Is there a recall for Acura RDX window & wiper problems?

No. NHTSA lists no windows, wipers & sunroof recall for any Acura RDX model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.

At what mileage do Acura RDX window & wiper problems start?

Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 60,000 miles; 46% happened before 50,000 miles.

What part fails most often?

Owners most often name the windshield (12 mentions), followed by the sun/moon roof assembly (9).

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.