2008 Acura Rdx problems
The Acura RDX is a compact luxury crossover SUV produced by Acura, a luxury vehicle division of Honda, as the second crossover SUV offering from the brand after the mid-size MDX. Since it was introduced, it shared its platform with the Honda Civic and CR-V.
First generation (TB1/2; 2007)
Originally previewed as the Acura RD-X concept car, the production RDX had its debut at the 2006 New York Auto Show and went on sale on August 11, 2006. A facelifted 2010 model went on sale in August 2009, which featured the addition Acura's "power plenum" grille and a front-wheel drive option.
Engine
The first-generation RDX is powered by a 2.3-litre straight-4 turbocharged gasoline engine, rated at 240 bhp (179 kW; 243 PS) at 6,000 rpm with a torque peak of 260 ft⋅lbf (350 N⋅m) at 4,500 rpm. At the time, this was uncommon among Honda vehicles.
The K23A1 engine has all-aluminum construction, an i-VTEC head, and dual balance shafts. It was also one of the only four-cylinder powered luxury SUVs of its generation. Honda's variable flow turbocharger reduces turbo lag by using a valve to narrow the exhaust passage at low rpm, increasing the velocity of the exhaust flow and keeping the turbine spinning rapidly. At higher rpm, the valve opens to allow more exhaust flow for increased boost. The engine also features a top-mounted intercooler which receives air from the grille, channeled by ducting under the hood.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimated fuel mileage is 19 mpg‑US (12 L/100 km; 23 mpg‑imp) city and 23 mpg‑US (10 L/100 km; 28 mpg‑imp) highway miles per gallon. An updated EPA mileage estimate in February 2007 rated the RDX at 17 mpg‑US (14 L/100 km; 20 mpg‑imp) city and 22 mpg‑US (11 L/100 km; 26 mpg‑imp) highway.
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Common 2008 Acura Rdx problems
The 2008 Acura RDX is a small, five-passenger luxury crossover SUV that has been praised for its responsive handling, powerful turbocharged engine, and excellent crash test scores. However, like any vehicle, it has its share of common problems reported by owners.
One of the most commonly reported problems for the 2008 Acura RDX is engine leaking oil, with an average repair cost between $405 and $495. This issue can lead to a decrease in engine performance and may require frequent oil top-ups or more serious engine repairs if left unattended.
Another common problem reported by owners is the lack of utility in the RDX. Despite having a spacious interior, the RDX has less cargo space than many other small crossovers, with only 61 cubic feet of cargo room when the rear seats are folded down. Additionally, the rear seats do not recline or slide fore and aft, which can limit passenger comfort and flexibility in the cabin.
The 2008 Acura RDX also has a firm ride quality, which may be overly harsh for some drivers, particularly on rough city streets. This can lead to a less comfortable driving experience and may be a concern for those looking for a more refined ride.
While the 2008 Acura RDX has generally been praised for its safety features, there have been reports of airbag failure and recalls, particularly related to the Takata airbag inflator ruptures. This issue affected many vehicles in the early 2000s, including the first generation of the RDX, and may pose a safety risk for drivers and passengers.
Finally, some owners have reported issues with the navigation system in the 2008 Acura RDX, with the system often being faulty or experiencing errors. This can be a frustrating issue for drivers who rely on their vehicle's navigation system for directions and can lead to delays or confusion while driving.
In summary, while the 2008 Acura RDX has many positive attributes, including responsive handling, a powerful engine, and excellent crash test scores, it also has some common problems reported by owners. These include engine leaking oil, lack of utility, a firm ride quality, airbag failure and recalls, and issues with the navigation system. Potential buyers should be aware of these issues and consider them when making their purchasing decision.
What is the common problem of Acura RDX?
Drivers praise the Acura RDX over its relatively cheap repair and maintenance costs, as it seldom develops engine issues. However, the Acura RDX is not perfect, and many drivers have complained about squealing brakes, dangerous air bags, and poor acceleration.
How long can a 2008 Acura RDX last?
An Acura RDX will last around 250,000-300,000 miles with the right effort. Although some items will wear down your vehicle naturally, there are also some areas that you have control over, such as the conditions in which you drive and the general upkeep of your RDX. We hope this information was helpful!
How much is maintenance on a 2008 Acura RDX?
The annual maintenance cost of a 2008 Acura RDX is $450. Repair and maintenance costs vary depending on age, mileage, location and shop.
Is the Acura RDX high maintenance?
The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Acura RDX is $497, compared to an average of $859 for luxury compact SUVs and $652 for all vehicle models.
2008 Acura Rdx car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Acura Rdx problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Wheels problems
- Structure problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2008 Acura Rdx vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2008 Acura Rdx
The NHTSA has received 33 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2008 Acura Rdx. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2008 Acura Rdx vehicles.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-06
- VIN: 5J8TB18578A
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Acura rdx Acura says that the filter in the transmission is none serviceable but now my car is in a shop to replace the converter and they said the filter should be replaced which is why the torque converter went bad in the first place but they say it’s not to be serviced and now the shop would have to split the transmission to replace this filter which I can’t do being it would cost more then I paid for the car I think it’s definitely a safety issue if it locks the transmission up on the road I think something should be done about this filter issue which the shop said they put it inside the transmission for a reason so you’d have to spend money thanks
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-01
- VIN: 5J8TB18518A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE SRS WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR OVER A YEAR. WE HAD THE 2 RECALLS 2016 & 2019 DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG REPAIRED AT ACURA OF DAYTON IN OCTOBER 2019, AND THEY RESET THE WARNING LIGHT. IT CAME BACK ON WITHIN A FEW DAYS. THE CODE IS 31-21 INCREASED RESISTANCE L/S AIRBAG INFLATOR. I'VE ALSO BEEN TOLD THE AIRBAG WON'T DEPLOY IF THERE IS AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE RECALL THESE, AS I SEE OTHER COMPLAINTS.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-15
- VIN: 5J8TB18588A
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: THE TURBO ON MY 2008 ACURA RDX HAS AN OBVIOUS MANUFACTURERS DEFECT IN THAT THE WASTE GATE ACTUATOR HAS A CONNECTION POINT THAT WITH OPERATING TIME BECOMES OBLONG AND DOES NOT ALLOW THE WASTE GATE TO OPEN AND CLOSE TOTALLY EFFECTING PERFORMANCE AND EVENTUALLY CRACKS AND BREAKS MAKING THE CAR GO INTO AN EMISSIONS FAULT MODE. WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO ONE ACURA DEALERSHIP AND TWO ENGINE TURBO SHOPS TO DIAGNOSE THIS PROBLEM AND IT WAS A WELL KNOWN PROBLEM TO ALL THREE. DEALERSHIP IN COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO ESTIMATED THE REPAIR AT SIX THOUSAND DOLLARS. THE ACTUATOR ARM ATTACHMENT POINT IS OBVIOUSLY MADE OF A SOFT METAL TO CAUSE IT TO WEAR OUT INTO AN OBLONG SHAPE FROM A ROUND BOLT HOLE UNDER NORMAL USAGE. ALL MECHANICS CONSULTED WERE AWARE OF THE SITUATION AND ONE EVEN SHOWED US A YOUTUBE VIDEO SHOWING US THE PROBLEM UP CLOSE AND ALL THE OTHER PEOPLE WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS AND HOW IT WAS RECTIFIED. WHOEVER MADE THE ACTUATOR FOR ACURA SOLD THEM A DEFECTIVE PART FOR IT TO BE SO COMMON.
AIR BAGS,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-21
- Components: AIR BAGS,WHEELS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL: I HAVE TWO CONFLICTING REPORTS FROM NHTSA. ONE STATES A RECALL DATE OF 2/03/2016 (16V061000) ON THE AIRBAGS AND THE SECOND REPORT STATES THERE HAS NOT BEEN ANY RECALLS. WHICH IS CORRECT?? ALSO: EQUIPMENT LABEL RECALL #07V358000 RECALL DATE 8/13/2007
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-27
- VIN: 5J8TB18508A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL MY 2008 ACURA RDX WAS A PART OF THE TAKATA AIR BAG INFLATOR RECALL AND WAS APPARENTLY REPAIRED ON JANUARY 20TH OF 2017. HOWEVER, THE SRS LIGHT CAME ON IN MY 2008 ACURA RDX ON 7/27/2018 WHEN MY VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AS I STARTED THE VEHICLE. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE ACURA DEALERSHIP IN WEXFORD, PA ON 8/4/18, AND THEY INFORMED ME THAT MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR WAS OPEN CAUSING THE SRS SYSTEM TO DEFAULT (CODE #32-21). MEANING THAT MY AIRBAG SAFETY SYSTEM WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, DUE TO THE FAULTY AIRBAG INFLATOR. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN, AND I WOULD LIKE THIS TO BE RESOLVED BY A FOLLOW UP RECALL FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG INFLATORS FOR ALL CARS AFFECTED BY THE TAKATA AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALL. TO MY UNDERSTANDING, WHEN MY DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR WAS REPLACED/REPAIRED BACK IN 2017, THEY REPLACED THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR AS WELL. SO I WOULD JUST LIKE TO MAKE SURE THAT I CAN GET THIS FAULTY SYSTEM REPLACED THROUGH A RECALL OF BOTH AIRBAG INFLATORS FOR THE 2008 ACURA RDX (BOTH MEANING: DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG INFLATORS). PLEASE SEE ATTACHED INVOICE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-01
- VIN: 5J8TB18528A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL WAS SUPPOSEDLY COMPLETED,BY DEALER AWHILE AGO. NOW GETTING A 'CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM' MESSAGE AND 'SIDE AIRBAG OFF. UNDERSTAND THERE ARE A FAIR NUMBER OF COMPLAINTS RE THIS AND WONDERING IF SHOULD BE COVERED BECAUSE SAFETY ISSUE. SOMEONE ON A BLOG SAID THEIR HONDA ELEMENT SIMILAR ISSUE WAS COVERED BECAUSE SAFETY ISSUE. AS IT IS ABOUT $1000 REPAIR HOPING YOU CAN TELL ME IT SHOULD BE COVERED.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-13
- VIN: 5J8TB18248A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY AIRBAGS LIGHT IS COMING ON AND OFF,TOOK IT TO THE DEALER STATES IT MIGHT BE A SENSOR,IT DID CUT OFF, NEXT WEEK BACK ON,TOOK IT TO DEALER TODAY ,TELLS ME MY AIRBAG HARNESS IS BAD,HOW MY AIRBAGS HAVE NEVER BEEN DEPLOYED, HAD THE CAR FOR 5YEARS,IT HAD TO HAVE BEEN A RECALL AND I WAS NOTIFIED OR THEY SOLD ME IT FAULTY,THIS IS SUSSMAN ACURA IN JENKINTOWN,PA
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-01
- VIN: 5J8TB18538A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL - STILL HAVEN'T BEEN CONTACTED TO REPLACE/RECALL THE VEHICLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-24
- VIN: 5J8TB18508A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED ANY FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-31
- VIN: 5J8TB182X8A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 ACURA RDX. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 145,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-09
- VIN: 5J8TB18588A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL REPAIR ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AFTER THE REPAIR WAS PERFORMED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 41,877.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-01
- VIN: 5J8TB185X8A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL. ACURA WAS SUPPOSED TO REPLACE MY AIRBAG "IN THE SUMMER OF 2016". THE SUMMER IS OVER, BUT THE PARTS ARE STILL UNAVAILABLE. I WANT THIS SHRAPNEL BOMB IN MY STEERING WHEEL REPLACED NOW.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-02
- VIN: 5J8TB18298A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-06
- VIN: 5J8TB18218A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER DID NOT GIVE A SPECIFIC DATE FOR WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER COULD NOT PROVIDE AN ESTIMATED DATE FOR WHEN THE VEHICLE WOULD RECEIVE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-01
- VIN: 5J8TB185X8A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V0610000 (AIR BAGS) WAS RECEIVED IN MARCH OF 2016. AFTER CONTACTING THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WERE STILL NOT AVAILABLE AND NO ESTIMATED TIME FOR RECEIVING THE PARTS COULD BE GIVEN. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-11
- VIN: 5J8TB18298A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR THE RECALL REPAIR; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 81,000. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-09
- VIN: 5J8TB18538A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: "TAKATA RECALL" I HAVE CONTACTED CORPORATE ACURA CUSTOMER RELATIONS AT 1-800-382-2238 OPTION 4 AND ACURA ANNAPOLIS MARYLAND DEALER 443-482-3200 AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE RUN AROUND AND PUT IN MULTIPLE VOICE MAILS WITH NO CALL BACKS AND I HAVE EXPLAINED MULTIPLE TIMES THAT I HAVE AN ACURA RDX 2008 WITH A RECALLED AIRBAG AND NOONE HAS HELPED ME AS OF 6/9/2016. BACK IN MAY OF 2016, I CALLED ONCE I RECOVERED FROM PNEUMONIA AND THE CORPORATE CUSTOMER RELATIONS GAVE ME A CASE NUMBER: 03496388 AND INSTRUCTED ME TO CALL THE ANNAPOLIS ACURA DEALER AND ASK TO SPEAK TO THE SERVICE MANAGER WHICH I DID SAME DAY AND I LEFT TWO VOICE MAILS NONE OF WHICH WERE RETURNED. TWO DAYS LATER, I CALLED THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT THE ANNAPOLIS DEALER AND THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN SAID THAT ONLY PEOPLE IN ENTERPRISE RENTAL CARS WITH THE RECALL WERE BEING HONORED PRESENTLY FOR THE RECALL. I GAVE MY CASE NUMBER AND THE TECHNICIAN FOUND ME IN THEIR SYSTEM AND SUPPOSEDLY WAS GOING TO ORDER THE RECALL PARTS BASED ON MY CASE NUMBER. ON 6/9/2016 I CALLED THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT ANNAPOLIS DEALER AND THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN SAID, OH WELL I REALLY DON'T KNOW WHAT HAPPENED TO YOUR PARTS SITUATION. I CALLED BACK AND ASKED TO SPEAK TO THE SERVICE MANAGER AGAIN AND THEY WANTED TO PUT ME IN HIS VOICE MAIL AND I YELLED BACK THAT I'VE ALREADY LEFT HIM MESSAGES TO CALL ME WHICH HE HAS NOT DONE YET SO WHY WOULD I WANT TO LEAVE YET ANOTHER MESSAGE?! I ASKED TO SPEAK TO THE OVERALL DEALERSHIP MANAGER AND WAS INFORMED OH HE'S NOT IN. I CALLED THE CORPORATE ACURA CUSTOMER RELATIONS GAVE THEM MY CASE NUMBER AND THEY TRANSFERED ME TO A DEPARTMENT THAT INFORMED ME THAT THEY DON'T HANDLE THE RECALLS AND THAT THEY WOULD HAVE TO TRANSFER ME TO THE RIGHT DEPARTMENT. I YELLED AGAIN, WHAT IS GOING ON?! I AM BEING GIVEN THE RUN AROUND WITH A DANGEROUS RECALL STILL UNRESOLVED. THESE PEOPLE ARE GOING TO KILL ME.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-01
- VIN: 5J8TB18508A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 2008 ACURA RDX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO LOANER VEHICLE ISSUES WHILE DEALERSHIP REPAIRS DRIVER FRONT AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALL NOTICE. *SMD
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-01
- VIN: 5J8TB1854A0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-01
- VIN: 5J8TB18257A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAMARA RECALL
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-02
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 35 MPH, AN ELECTRICAL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. I WAS BRAKING FOR A RED LIGHT. AFTER STOPPING AT THE LIGHT I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE GAS. THE CAR HESTITATED ABOUT 3 SECONDS BEFORE IT WAS ABLE TO MOVE FORWARD, WARNING CAME ON TO SHUT DOWN UNECESSARY POWER. . I WAS BARELY ABLE TO PULL CAR OFF THE ROAD. IT WOULD NOT MOVE MORE THAN TWO FEET AFTER I GOT IT OFF THE ROAD. AN HOUR LATER THE CAR WOULD BE ABLE TO DRIVE TO THE TOW TRUCK, BUT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM THEN SHUT DOWN TOTALLY. RESTARTED THE CAR AGAIN TO MOVE TO TOW TRUCK. IT IS IN SHOP FOR SERVICE NOW. THE CAR HAD JUST BEEN CHECKED FOR A1 SERVICE AND ACURA AND PASSED INSPECTION AS WELL.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-04-15
- VIN: 5J8TB18278A
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE AIR BAG HARNESS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 91,000.
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-05
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5J8TB18558A
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK IN A PARKING SPOT, THE CAR EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION DESPITE APPLICATION OF BRAKES. THE CAR JUMPED OVER PARKING STOPS AND COLLIDED WITH CAR PARKED IN OPPOSITE PARKING SLOT. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-09-01
- VIN: 5J8TB18548A
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE EXITING THE VEHICLE, THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT PROPERLY AFTER BEING UNBUCKLED. IN ADDITION, THE SPEEDOMETER FAILED TO PROPERLY DISPLAY AN ACCURATE SPEED RATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000. UPDATED 10/29/13*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE UNWILLING TO TEST THE VEHICLE. SOME ADVISED ONLY ACURA COULD TEST/REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER ALSO WAS ADVISED THE TOOLS NEEDED WHERE TOO EXPENSIVE FOR THE VEHICLE TO BE TESTED FOR THE ODOMETER FAILURE. *JS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-05-06
- VIN: 5J8TB18548A
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 ACURA RDX TURBO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER WERE PROVIDING INACCURATE READINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BUT THE TECHNICIAN REFUSED TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 56,000. *TR
2008 Acura Rdx recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2008 Acura Rdx.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling specific 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2013-2016 ILX, 2013-2014 ILX Hybrid, 2003-2006 MDX, 2007-2016 RDX, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2004-2006, and 2009-2014 TL, 2010-2013 ZDX and 2001-2007 and 2009 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2007 and 2010-2011 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. 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 containing the same inflator type as a service part. Due to a manufacturing error, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, these inflators may explode.
- Consequence: An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is O41. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is U40.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 CR-Z, 2010-2014 FCX, and Insight, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013-2014 Fit EV, 2007-2014 Ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ILX, 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2007-2016 RDX, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2013 Acura ZDX vehicles. 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.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JY0, JY1, and JY2.
- Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567, 'CERTIFICATION.' INCORRECT CERTIFICATION LABELS WERE APPLIED TO THESE VEHICLES.
- Consequence: SOME CERTIFICATION LABELS MAY NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED TIRE AND RIM SIZE INFORMATION.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE INCORRECT LABEL AND ADHERE THE CORRECT LABEL. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT AUGUST 20, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238.
Negative 2008 Acura Rdx car reviews
Positive 2008 Acura Rdx car reviews
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The RDX is a fantastic vehicle that offers the best of both worlds - the sporty feel of a sedan and the practicality of an SUV. The driving experience is exhilarating, with great cornering and acceleration. The driving position is comfortable and provides excellent visibility. I chose the RDX because of its reliability and quality, which have been excellent. If you're considering buying one, keep in mind that there are some trade-offs. The turbocharged 4 cylinder engine is very responsive and fun to drive, but it's not the most fuel-efficient option out there. The suspension is taut, which makes for great handling, but it also means that you'll feel the road imperfections. Lastly, while the RDX is nimble and comfortable for an SUV, it's not any roomier than a smaller sedan. Overall, if you're looking for a small SUV that offers a great combination of value and quality, the RDX is definitely worth considering.
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The Acura RDX is an excellent choice in this segment, offering a sporty driving experience and ample storage space. It's also faster and more luxurious than the Murano, for just a small increase in price. The SH All Wheel Drive system provides a smooth and enjoyable ride, especially when accelerating out of corners. Overall, I highly recommend the Acura RDX with a rating of 9.5 / 10.
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I've had this car for about two weeks now and I absolutely love it! I test drove all the CUVs from upscale/luxury to affordable/no frills, from ML350 and X3 to the Ford Edge and Mazda CX7, and even drove a Hyundai Santa Fe. However, none of them compared to the RDX in terms of value for money and features. It's an absolute joy to drive and is incredibly comfortable. Coming from an Infiniti M45, I know what comfort feels like, and this RDX is just as cushy. I can't wait to show it off to my friends! It took me a while to decide, but I'm so glad I took my time and chose the RDX. It was definitely the best choice for my money! I even ordered chrome wheels and now it looks even prettier!
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What a fun experience it is to drive! Acura's engineers have done an amazing job of infusing the spirit of a sports car into an SUV. The SUV boasts good fuel economy, a comfortable interior, great looks, amazing acceleration, and plenty of features in the base model. You should definitely consider buying one now!
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Congratulations on your new RDX! It sounds like you and your fiancée made a great choice. The RDX has the perfect combination of space, luxury, and sportiness. You did your research well and it's great to hear that the RDX stood out with its impressive features and reasonable price. Enjoy your new ride and all the adventures it will bring!
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RDX reliability? - AcuraZine - Acura Enthusiast Community
Feb 17, 2015 ... Most of the issues in the early model years are usually technology related like reflashing transmission, stereo speakers, door actuators, ...
2008 RDX longevity? : r/Acura
Aug 7, 2017 ... ... common parts so the repairs are significantly less expensive. I've seen some turbo issues with the rdx's which are stupid expensive to ...
2008 RDX Turbo Issues - AcuraZine - Acura Enthusiast Community
Aug 4, 2021 ... 1G RDX (2007-2012) - 2008 RDX Turbo Issues - Hey guys, 2008 RDX with about 150k miles. When accelerating fast, the turbo kicks on, ...
2008 Acura RDX Repair: Service and Maintenance Cost
The Acura RDX Reliability Rating is 4.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 1st out of 11 for luxury compact SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $497 which means ...
2007 Acura RDX AWD Issues Fixed (Maybe) - AcuraZine - Acura ...
Dec 29, 2015 ... 1G RDX Problems & Fixes - 2007 Acura RDX AWD Issues Fixed (Maybe) - So a while back I posted that I had AWD issues on my 07 Acura RDX (now ...
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Are you having problems with your 2008 Acura Rdx?
Grady Kulas 2024-11-13
Hey there! I would recommend against purchasing this product. Unfortunately, the leather and pleather materials used are not up to par. The door inserts, armrests, and center console top all had to be replaced, and the seat stitching is pulling out. Additionally, the gas mileage is not great. However, the engine seems to be functioning well otherwise.
Geovanny Carter 2024-09-14
This vehicle has some great features, such as the bluetooth, Nav system and sound system. However, there are some downsides to consider. The turbo-4 can be quite noisy when accelerating and there is some road noise that enters the cabin, which can be tiring on long highway drives. Additionally, the fuel economy is not great, averaging about 15 city/20 highway, which is a disappointment for a small 4-cylinder SUV. Overall, while there are some positives, there are also some drawbacks to keep in mind.
Nigel Wintheiser 2024-07-04
I really appreciate this car, it handles really well and has a lot of great features. I still have 23 months left on my lease and I'm not sure if I'll purchase it again. Unfortunately, there are too many rattles for a car at this price range. The gas mileage is also quite poor, especially in the city, at only 17 mpg. I've taken it in twice and while they seemed to fix one rattle, the other is still quite audible. Overall, I'm somewhat disappointed.