The Lemon Index2015 Acura RDX.
The 2015 Acura RDX is better than average by owner complaints: 41 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 83, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about airbags, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 22 to 23 mpg combined. The best Acura RDX year is 2018.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 415 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Acura RDX year. 2015 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 42K to 88K miles on the car (63 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- lights complaints mostly came at 54K–99K miles
Recalls 3
- airbags 2019
These vehicles are equipped with driver frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high a…
- airbags 2019
The affected vehicles received a replacement driver air bag inflator as part of a previous Takata inflator recall remedy or a replacement driver air bag module containi.
- airbags 2016
The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Acura told dealers about
Acura sent dealers 115 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Service bulletin - there is a pop or clunk from the rear suspension when driving on a rough…
- 2014-2016 RDX Leak from Fuel Pump Connection American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain…
- Service bulletin - replace the front brake discs and pads to remedy front brake noise during…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenDesiccated air bag inflator rupture2021
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acura RDX SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Acura RDX SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3450–3600 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.5L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Was told the recall situation would be resolved no later than june back in the march/april time frame. It is almost sept and I still am waiting.
2015 Acura RDX owner · NHTSA complaint 10897995
More owner reports
Takata recall feb 2016 part still not available after 6 months
NHTSA complaint 10899744
Quick answers
Is the 2015 Acura RDX reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.2× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 83; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Acura RDX year by this measure is 2018.
What are the most common 2015 Acura RDX problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are airbags (63%), suspension (7%) and body structure (7%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2015 Acura RDX have?
3 safety recalls (latest: airbags). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Acura RDX get?
22 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2015 Acura RDX safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2015 Acura RDX problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 42,000 and 88,000 miles. The middle report was at 55,000 miles, from 63 complaints.
Does the 2015 Acura RDX have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 5% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2015 Acura RDX cost in fuel a year?
About $3450 to $3600 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2015 Acura RDX have?
3.5L 6-cyl.
What Acura RDX year is better than the 2015?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2018, 2016 and 2013.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works