The Lemon Index2025 Acura RDX.
The 2025 Acura RDX is so far worse than average by owner complaints: 30 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 139, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about steering, it has 1 recall, 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 30 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Acura RDX year. 2025 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 1
- steering 2025
The software for the electric power steering (EPS) assist may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the EPS system to enter a failsafe mode, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
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 4 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc
- Service Bulletin - Oil leak at the cam chain tensioner inspection cover due to and…
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.
In owners' words
While trying to steer on the highway steering wheel locked up and received an error that the electric steering was not functioning
2025 Acura RDX owner · NHTSA complaint 11664212
More owner reports
I was going around a curve at 20mph and all of a sudden my steering wheel locked up and so did my brakes and I ended up in a ditch. I took a picture of all the alerts that came up on the vehicle.
NHTSA complaint 11656403
Quick answers
Is the 2025 Acura RDX reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 1.4× the average car's complaints per car sold, against other 2025 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 139; 100 is average). The best Acura RDX year by this measure is 2018.
What are the most common 2025 Acura RDX problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are steering (77%), lane assist (50%) and brakes (47%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2025 Acura RDX have?
1 safety recall (latest: steering). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Acura RDX get?
23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2025 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 2025 Acura RDX have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2025 Acura RDX cost in fuel a year?
About $3450 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2025 Acura RDX have?
2.0L 4-cyl.
What Acura RDX year is better than the 2025?
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