The Lemon Index2022 Acura RDX.
The 2022 Acura RDX is better than average by owner complaints: 27 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 63, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about wipers & visibility, it has 2 recalls, and it gets 23 to 24 mpg combined. The best Acura RDX year is 2018.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 31 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Acura RDX year. 2022 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 4K to 25K miles on the car (5 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 2
- airbags 2026
The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
- airbags 2024
The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
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 139 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc
- Service Bulletin- The front and/or rear brakes make a high-pitched squeal when lightly applied…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acura RDX SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Acura RDX SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3300–3450 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
The rear windshield shattered due to no force from any outside forces. There were no signs of impact, and apparently this has happened to numerous owners of this specific model.
2022 Acura RDX owner · NHTSA complaint 11637502
More owner reports
Back windshield spontaneously shattered while parked overnight
NHTSA complaint 11513452
The sun roof just Shatter in pieces when I was driving due to the sun or heat we live in Chicago
NHTSA complaint 11471916
Quick answers
Is the 2022 Acura RDX reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.6× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 63; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Acura RDX year by this measure is 2018.
What are the most common 2022 Acura RDX problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are wipers & visibility (30%), brakes (11%) and airbags (11%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2022 Acura RDX have?
2 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 2022 Acura RDX get?
23 to 24 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2022 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.
Does the 2022 Acura RDX have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2022 Acura RDX cost in fuel a year?
About $3300 to $3450 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2022 Acura RDX have?
2.0L 4-cyl.
What Acura RDX year is better than the 2022?
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