Window & Wiper complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 3% | — |
| 2024 | 2 | 17% | — |
| 2023 | 4 | 17% | 38,000 miles |
| 2022 | 12 | 39% | 8,000 miles |
| 2021 | 15 | 13% | 60,000 miles |
| 2020 | 101 | 29% | 55,000 miles |
| 2019 | 114 | 26% | 63,000 miles |
| 2017 | 2 | 3% | 5,000 miles |
| 2016 | 2 | 5% | 100,000 miles |
| 2015 | 23 | 6% | 74,000 miles |
| 2014 | 10 | 4% | 85,000 miles |
| 2013 | 10 | 6% | 48,000 miles |
| 2009 | 1 | 7% | 56,000 miles |
| 2007 | 5 | 9% | 59,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.