The Lemon Index2017 Acura RDX.
The 2017 Acura RDX is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 26 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 48, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about speed control, it has 1 recall, 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 79 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Acura RDX year. 2017 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 2K to 43K miles on the car (31 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 1
- equipment 2017
The Certification Labels on the affected vehicles were printed with ink that may be inadvertently wiped away with an alcohol solvent.
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 120 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2017 rdxs with a client…
- Techline summary article - are you hearing a high-pitched squeal from the front brakes during…
- "engineering request for investigation - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2017…
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
Vehicle shakes at high speed when the break is applied. Cause by rotor warping. The deal had re-surface the rotor and replaced break pad one already. But it still does same thing.
2017 Acura RDX owner · NHTSA complaint 11013459
Quick answers
Is the 2017 Acura RDX reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.1× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 48; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Acura RDX year by this measure is 2018.
What are the most common 2017 Acura RDX problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are speed control (23%), brakes (23%) and engine (19%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2017 Acura RDX have?
1 safety recall (latest: equipment). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Acura RDX get?
22 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2017 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 2017 Acura RDX problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 2,000 and 43,400 miles. The middle report was at 13,500 miles, from 31 complaints.
Does the 2017 Acura RDX have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 12% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2017 Acura RDX cost in fuel a year?
About $3450 to $3600 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2017 Acura RDX have?
3.5L 6-cyl.
What Acura RDX year is better than the 2017?
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