The Lemon Index2024 Acura RDX.
The 2024 Acura RDX has too few complaints to score: 12 in its first 3 years. Owners complain most about wipers & visibility, it has 2 recalls, and it gets 23 mpg combined. The best Acura RDX year is 2018.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 12 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Acura RDX year. 2024 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.
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.
- steering 2024
The steering gear box assembly may not have been tightened properly, allowing water to enter the assembly and cause corrosion and binding gears.
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 18 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Service Bulletin- The front and/or rear brakes make a high-pitched squeal when lightly applied…
- Service Bulletin - The front and/or rear brakes make a high-pitched squeal when the brakes are…
- Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc
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 $3450 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl.
Quick answers
Is the 2024 Acura RDX reliable?
There isn't enough data to score it: owners filed only 12 complaints in its first 3 years.
What are the most common 2024 Acura RDX problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are wipers & visibility (17%), seat belts (17%) and brakes (17%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2024 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 2024 Acura RDX get?
23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2024 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 2024 Acura RDX have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2024 Acura RDX cost in fuel a year?
About $3450 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2024 Acura RDX have?
2.0L 4-cyl.
What Acura RDX year is better than the 2024?
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