2019 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 2019 Acura Rdx problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 2019 Acura RDX, common problems with this car include:
- Excessive Brake Noise: Owners experienced excessive brake noise around 10,000 miles due to quicker wearing of front brake pads. Replacing brake pads costs around $250, while new rotors are an additional $550.
- Stereo System Freezing: Some owners reported the stereo system freezing within the first 1,000 miles due to software problems. Dealerships may install software updates for free or charge around $50 for labor.
- Infotainment System Issues: The infotainment system in the 2019 RDX can suddenly stop working, leading to radio failures and device connectivity issues. Some fixes include updating the interface or resetting the system by disconnecting the battery or using specific button combinations.
- Loss of Power and Stalling: The 2019 model year had significant complaints about engine stalling and loss of power when accelerating, known as 'limp mode.' This issue can lead to abrupt speed decreases and serious driving concerns.
These problems highlight some of the key issues reported by owners of the 2019 Acura RDX, ranging from engine and brake issues to infotainment system failures. Addressing these issues promptly and considering them before purchasing a used 2019 RDX can help potential owners make informed decisions about this vehicle.
What is the most common problem with 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.
Is there a recall on 2019 Acura RDX?
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
What is the brake problem with the 2019 Acura RDX?
Multiple reports of braking issues in the 2019 and 2020 Acura RDX SUV have been reported in recent months. Concerned customers have shared their persistent braking issues, such as squealing brakes, faulty collision avoidance systems that inappropriately trigger the brakes, and other braking failures.
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.
2019 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:
- Engine problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Visibility/wiper problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2019 Acura Rdx vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2019 Acura Rdx
The NHTSA has received 268 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2019 Acura Rdx. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2019 Acura Rdx vehicles.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-23
- VIN: 5J8TC1H52KL
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: Called Southbay Acura in Torrance Ca on 10/23/24.Told them my 2019 Acura RDX has the EXACT same problem that 2019/2020 RDX's has a recall on...Front passenger seat belt Buckle will not Buckle..THe buckle won't allow the seatbelt to lock..Dealer said you VIN number is not part of the recall???? Yet my Acura RDX suffers from the exact problem the recall covers..So i'm asking for your guidance of what to do next. Obviously this is not a safe situation!!! Please advise. Thank you [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-06
- VIN: 5J8TC2H77KL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The breaks did not work while in a parking lot right after switching into drive. No major risk of any injury where this occurred. Not reported to the dealer, not inspected. No injury, no property damage. I left my wife in the vehicle with the car in park and went into the store. I came out 15 minutes later, car was running. I got in, put my foot on the break, and switch to drive? The car started rolling forward on its own. I repeatedly tried the breaks, but no response. I had steering. I gave it a little gas, and the engine reved like it was in neutral. I looked down and that point the car indicated it was in neutral. My wife said that none of the drive indicators were on while I had the issue. At some point the breaks started working, after I gave it a little gas? I got the car into drive, and tested it before moving on to verify it was behaving correctly. The forward motion of the vehicle was probably due to the slope it was parked on, rather than the car's idle power. This also matches the car then reporting it was in neutral. The biggest issue was no breaks at the point it started rolling forward. My comment was that was weird, but it scared my wife, so I am reporting it. I was operating the vehicle.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-23
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Acura RDX. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH during a rainstorm, the windshield wipers failed to operate as needed. There was no warning light illuminated. Despite the failure, the contact was able to continue driving at slower speeds. The contact had called two dealers (Columbia Acura and Jeff Wyler Acura of Fairfield (5555 Dixie Hwy, Fairfield, OH 45014) who both provided the contact with an estimate for a diagnostic test. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was out of warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000. The VIN was not available.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-04
- VIN: 5J8TC1H35KL
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Acura RDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing engine hesitation while driving. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 29,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-13
- VIN: 5J8TC1H60KL
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Acura RDX. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the instrument cluster showed several warning lights. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled, and the contact was able to pull off the roadway. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle, and had the vehicle towed to a dealer. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact had researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-15
- VIN: 5J8TC2H74KL
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Near the first of the year 2024 I received a fuel pump recall notice for my 2019 Acura RDX. To date, no parts for addressing this issue have been available and no timeline has been made available as to when parts would be available. I am planning my annual trip to the Eastern Sierra in early September where no Acura dealer is available nearby. Should the fuel pump fail during that trip it would be a significant inconvenience for me, including interruption of medical appointments, room and board expenses, pet sitting expenses, etc., as I have been told by Honda that in such an emergency situation the car would have to be towed to the nearest dealership, with the part being specially ordered which would take 2 weeks and that I may be responsible for my room and board, and other costs during that period. I find this behavior to be outrageous. Additionally I have been told by my local dealer that it is not possible to determine possible failure beforehand as either it is working or it has failed. This is totally opposite from what I was told by Honda which was to schedule an appointment with a dealer to determine the status of the fuel pump so that they could special order one for replacement if it demonstrated potential failure. This entire issue reeks of poor and ineffective management of this situation by Honda, likely putting costs over safety putting me at substantial risk for this trip that was planned a year ago and likely will cost me my deposit and access privileges if canceled. As such, I am requesting that NHTSA hold Honda/Acura accountable for this disgraceful behavior, putting owners of their vehicles at substantial risk, and demand that they explore and take immediate actions to resolve the parts shortage in a reasonable amount of time.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-04
- VIN: 5J8TC2H65KL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: This recall has been out for over a year and is ridiculous
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-23
- VIN: 5J8TC1H55KL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Came out from my house at 7am to go to work, to see that my back windshield was completely shattered. There were no signs of someone trying to break in or forced entry into the vehicle.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-21
- VIN: 5J8TC2H62KL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Driving 55mph at night on highway . Went to accelerate around slower vehicle to 70mph speed limit when vehicle lost engine power and yellow check engine light began flashing on left side of instrument panel. Vehicle began slowing forcing move to right shoulder from left lane in moderate traffic. Vehicle would not accelerate past 20 mph on shoulder to nearest exit. Once at a safe location vehicle was shut off. Restarted vehicle approximately 30 seconds after shut down and vehicle began running normal.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-19
- VIN: 5J8TC1H31KL
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Acura RDX. While the contact’s wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the engine seized. The contact's wife restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the failure was not duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing. Additionally, the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-14
- VIN: 5J8TC1H50KL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: When I opened the driver’s door, I hear a pop and saw the rear windshield glass has shattered
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-09
- VIN: 5J8TC2H75KL
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: My vehicle stopped in the middle of the road as I took exit from the highway. I was almost rear ended as I was entering the parking lot .The vehicle just stalled. I took it the Acura Dealership for fix and they have not taken care of recall issue. I am being asked to spend money on fixing other electrical errors first before they fix the recall on my vehicle.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-08
- VIN: 5J8TC2H57KL
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: The rear window shattered without any warning or symptoms. This made it dangerous to drive without worrying about glass pieces injuring us or others. This is a known problem, confirmed by both the dealer and collision and glass shops.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-10
- VIN: 5J8TC1H65KL
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) [XXX] Vehicle Mileage 65,000 Involved (Honda/Acura) dealership Leith Acura - 2300 Capital Summit Ct Details of your (complaint/comment/inquiry)?The first time (approximate date) you noticed this issue. On [XXX] at 17:03, the rear windshield randomly imploded while the car was in the driveway (reference attached video of the event). The National Highway Safety Administration has issued a TSB regarding this issue #: 22-014 (also attached). I called Leith Acura on 11Dec2023 at 07:53. I explained the event to the Service Technician and they reviewed it with their manager. Since my vehicle is outside of the manufacturer's warranty, this is not covered for repair. Acura is viewed as a luxury brand but seems to not be standing behind their vehicles. This is a known and recognized issue by Acura and leaving the repairs, costs, time, and energy of this event with the end user is not what I expected when I purchased a vehicle manufactured by Acura. The first time (approximate date) you visited the dealer for this concern. N/A. I was told that they would not cover this event and directed me to go through my insurance for repair. Never offered to inspect the vehicle or event. The last time (approximate date) you visited the dealer for this concern. See comment above How often does this issue happen within a time frame (e.g., once a month)? First event The name & title of the person(s) assisting you at the dealer. N/A. Was told that they would not cover this event and directed me to go through my insurance for repair. Never offered to inspect the vehicle or event. The reason/explanation provided by the dealer, as to what caused this issue. When I called, I explained the event, stated I had video evidence of no other factors, and brought up the TSB for this issue. What repairs/services have been completed (if any)? Zero What repairs/services have been suggested? Leith Acura advised me to go through my personal insurance INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-18
- VIN: 5J8TC2H66KL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The rear window spontaneously shattered. There were no warning signs. My car was at work, parked all day. When I got into my car and shut the door, the rear window shattered.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-04
- VIN: 5J8TC2H53KL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Back windshield spontaneously shattered while car was parked and not on. Glass is now everywhere. This is a safety issue!!!
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-28
- VIN: 5J8TC1H54KL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Acura failed to remedy fuel pump safety recall. Reference Recalls: May 28 2020 20V314000 March 25 2021 21V215000 December 18 2023 23V858000
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-03
- VIN: 5J8TC1H36KL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Spontaneous Shattering of 2019 Acura Back Windshield On June 3, 2023, while our 2019 RDX was parked with the back hatch open as we were packing to return home from a weekend away, we heard a loud noise. To our shock, we discovered the rear windshield had shattered, scattering thick black glass both inside and outside the vehicle. Fortunately, no one was near the car at the time, including our toddler and infant grandchildren, whom we transport in this vehicle twice a week. A quick search revealed that there have been reported defects and incidents of shattering windshields in 2019-2023 Acura RDX models. We were dismayed to learn that Honda has been aware of this issue since 2020 and has only notified its dealers in 2023. We understand that American Honda is currently facing legal action for not addressing this defect adequately. We were shocked and concerned that we had not been made aware of this issue, given the safety risks involved. We immediately contacted the dealership from which we purchased the car, seeking guidance on how to safely get the vehicle to them for repair. We assumed that Honda would take responsibility for this known defect. However, we were informed by two managers, that Honda is not taking responsibility for this issue. The thick black glass exploded with a loud and startling sound. The broken glass surrounded inside and outside of the car and continued to fall as we researched what to do. The danger was to my husband packing the car, to my toddler and infant grandchildren had this occurred any Tuesday or Thursday we transportation in this car, to us had it happened while driving as the sound was like a gunshot or crash, and other drivers had we reacted.
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-21
- VIN: 5J8TC2H70KL
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Acura RDX. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and coming to a stop, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to operate as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the instrument panel failed to display properly which caused the battery to drain quickly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing however, the result was not disclosed. The contact stated that the unknown wiring was replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The contact was concerned about the safety of the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 49,000.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-18
- VIN: 5J8TC2H74KL
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: While driving today around 30 MPH using cruise control the display suddenly changed from showing a vehicle icon on the HUD and dashboard display to a black box with a white line around it with the words in white "Cruise Mode" and disabled my cruise control operation while I was driving. This action almost resulted in a rear end collision with the vehicle in front of me as I was barely able to stop the vehicle before hitting the rear of the car in front of me. There was no warning no message that the function was being disabled. It just suddenly happened. I have contacted multiple dealers on this, contacted Acura Emergency services and Roadside Assistance. No one has ever heard of this happening and have no idea of the cause. Acura Client Relations is closed on the weekends and has no hotline on the weekend for reporting safety issues. I can't even get any constructive feedback as to if the car is currently safe to drive without using the cruise control. I have scheduled an appointment with Acura of Fremont Service on Monday at 2:30PM PDT. This may be a flawed vehicle update that was pushed onto the vehicle while driving as I have run in car diagnostics and everything that should be normal in green seems to be. In my opinion this should be a high priority as it can lead to collisions.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-01
- VIN: 5J8TC1H69KL
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while refueling the vehicle, there was an unknown abnormal noise detected. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-25
- VIN: 5J8TC2H58KL
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Tailgate window shattered spontaneously while parked in our driveway. There was no force or impact to the glass causing this condition. An insurance claim was filed, and the glass was replaced. However, due to the design of the tailgate, we were informed by Safelite, the glass repair company that many of the pieces of glass that fell into the body of the tailgate could not be removed without full removal of the tailgate which is not covered by insurance. The resulting condition is the sound of moving broken glass every time the tailgate opens and closes as well as the tailgate closing button located on the tailgate no longer working. Additionally, at times when closing the tailgate via remote, the tailgate does not fully close.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-15
- VIN: 5J8TC2H52KL
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle through the driver's side door and then closing the door, the rear tailgate window shattered without impact. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that there was glass in the trunk of the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-17
- VIN: 5J8TC2H59KL
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Defective rear defroster causes rear tailgate to shatter spontaneously leaving glass inside the tailgate.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-07
- VIN: 5J8TC2H58KL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: My rear back windshield shattered while the car was parked for no reason. The Acura rep told me that the back windshields that we installed with faulty and had sent out a bulletin but I never received this bulletin. Acura is trying to not pay for the back windshield and trying my make me go through my insurance to get it fixed. This happened on 4/7/2024.
2019 Acura Rdx recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2019 Acura Rdx.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2020 CR-V, 2018-2019 Accord and Accord Hybrid, 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019 Insight, and 2019-2020 Acura RDX vehicles. A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching.
- Consequence: An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9. TDF, FDG, ODH, YDI, ZDE.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Negative 2019 Acura Rdx car reviews
Positive 2019 Acura Rdx car reviews
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I've put 1,000 miles on my new fully-loaded RDX and I absolutely love it! The ride, handling, and acceleration are fantastic. The interior materials and seat comfort are top-notch, and the premium sound system is simply awesome. I even spent an hour last night just sitting in the car, blasting 70's rock and roll through the speakers. The heads-up display and ACC are also great features that I really appreciate. However, there are a few things that could be improved. Firstly, the nav system has a major flaw - it's difficult to zoom the map in/out while guidance is in use. Secondly, synching a phone doesn't provide access to the phone's contact list, and the entire bluetooth/phone system can be frustrating to use. Thankfully, Apple CarPlay is a great alternative. Thirdly, there's no place to put spare change except in the center console, which is a bit of a nitpick. Lastly, the touch pad can be a bit tricky to use at first, but you'll get the hang of it after a few days. Overall, I've driven the vehicle for over 13,000 miles and it's been trouble-free. Acura has even updated the software to allow for zooming in/out when using the navigation system. However, the nav system can still be a bit of a mess at times, and using the voice command feature to enter a destination can be frustrating. But, as I mentioned earlier, Apple CarPlay is a great alternative that works really well. It seems like the Apple Carplay is having some trouble connecting to the Acura, but don't worry, there's a workaround! You can connect your iPhone to the vehicle using Bluetooth and then use Google Maps or Waze for navigation. Although you'll be limited to the iPhone screen, the voice directions will play over the vehicle's sound system, which is awesome! If you have the heads up display, there's a fun game to play. Enter a destination into the navigation system and watch as the heads up display and the dashboard screen display completely different turn directions. As for the electronics package on the vehicle, it can be frustrating to use, but there have been several updates to improve it. If you're still having trouble, just use Apple CarPlay intermittently. On the bright side, the vehicle is mechanically top-notch, with no repairs needed and no problems requiring dealer visits after 28,000 miles. The comfort and ride remain excellent.
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Your family will love this car! In fact, if you were replacing your second car today, you'd end up with two identical cars in the driveway. You evaluated every competing 2-row luxury SUV and chose this one mainly because it: 1. Offers the best interior space and comfort relative to exterior dimensions (including ample rear headroom and legroom); 2. Has the best mix of sporty luxury; 3. Has the freshest design and technology; 4. Offers the most competitive pricing, even when fully loaded. You noted only a few things that you haven't read about much in other excellent, comprehensive reviews: window defrost takes forever, even after starting the car remotely; the rear seats allow little adjustment/recline; lane-keeping assist has so little reliability that it adds nothing to vehicle convenience or safety (but adaptive cruise control with low speed follow works great); even with 50/50 suburban/highway driving, your gas mileage won't budge from 18.2.
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I've had my 2019 Acura RDX Advance for 5 years now and I wanted to share my thoughts on it. Before this, I owned a 2014 RDX and a 2010 TSX. I still love the handling, modern look (inside and out), and overall feel of the new RDX 3rd generation over the 2014 (2nd generation). However, I'm not a fan of the 4 cylinder turbo as it doesn't get any better mileage than the smooth performing 6 cylinder. Despite this, I'm happy to report that my earlier complaints about entering addresses into the navigation system are no longer an issue since the AcuraLink was updated. Now, I can enter locations from the app directly to the infotainment system while the RDX is off. I've done several at a time and all I need to do when I start the car is accept them and they are on the system for use later. The addresses for companies and other locations (besides personal locations) show up in full. Overall, the technology is amazing. Although there have been several over-the-air free updates since buying, they have not corrected all the quirks. The AcuraLink app has fewer quirks since the more recent updates and they added several features prior updates had removed, such as individual tire pressure and the ability to download directions from my living room through the AcuraLink app when the car was off. However, I still don't understand why a premium priced automobile did not come with a remote start key and requires a yearly subscription as the only way to remotely start it unless you pay nearly $500-$600 to the dealer to install a transponder. In my opinion, the standard key-fob should allow remote starts.
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I've only had my 2019 Rdx Aspec for a week now. While there are a few things I'm not a fan of, overall I'm hopeful that these issues will subside within a few weeks. The body style is spot on, and I love the white & black color scheme. The interior is also fantastic, and the dual moon roof is a great touch. I do have some concerns about the road departure mitigation system and the automatic stop/start engine, but I'm optimistic that these features will work as intended. I also noticed some play in the steering when I had the lane keeping assist off, but I'm planning to reach out to the dealership to see if they can help. Despite these minor issues, I'm still happy with my purchase and I'm looking forward to enjoying my new car. By the way, we also have a 2018 Rdx tech pkg and I absolutely love that vehicle!
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I recently traded in my 2012 RDX Tech, which was considered the loaded model, for the 2019 RDX Advance. I was hoping to get the ASPEC for the rims, but since the Advance was loaded like the ASPEC, I decided to go with the black Advance with black interior and upgraded to black rims. Let me tell you, it's a stunning car! The ride is smooth and comfortable, and it exceeded my expectations when I drove it out of state the second day I had it. The handling on sport or sport+ mode was nice and tight, and the seats are soft and supple. I especially loved the lane keep assist and cruise control features, which made driving a breeze. The panoramic sunroof is also a gorgeous addition. While the touch pad takes some getting used to, it gets easier with practice. However, there are a few cons to note. A small space for coins would be nice, and a bigger center console would be a great addition. Additionally, the navigation system could use an upgrade, as there were portions of not-so-new roads where I was 'flying in the gray' on the screen because those roads weren't recognized. Overall, I'm thrilled with my new car!
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2019+ RDX Reliability so far? : r/Acura
Oct 11, 2021 ... Fuelly.com has the RDX (2019-2021) at 21.4 mpg when weighted by miles tracked for all three years. Your average of 21 seems to be very slightly ...
Major Problems 2019 RDX - AcuraZine - Acura Enthusiast Community
Nov 26, 2019 ... A transmission manufacturing defect caused the transmission to irreparably fail at 80,000 miles. They fixed the defect in the 2015 and later ...
Is It Just Me or Does It Seem Like the 3rd Generation RDX Has a Lot ...
Apr 11, 2021 ... Squeaky breaks · Moldy sunroof · Infotainment bugs · Limp mode problems (seems to be the biggest issue) · Windshield easily chipping · Speaker ...
2019 Acura RDX Problems | Kelley Blue Book
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Overall reliability of RDX: 2019 and Onwards : r/Acura
Jan 30, 2023 ... The current RDX does a lot of things well, and it's a great looking car. Build quality is unfortunately not a strong suit. In being critical in ...
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Are you having problems with your 2019 Acura Rdx?
Cesar Parisian 2025-08-16
After a month of ownership, our RDX had some transmission issues and had to spend two weeks in the shop. However, we are happy to report that we are finally getting a new transmission! Although we wish the dealership had replaced the car instead, we appreciate their efforts in replacing the transmission. The car used to slam into gear and skip multiple gears at a time, but now we can look forward to a smoother ride. We did have some confusion with the service adviser, but overall we are satisfied with the service. On a positive note, the loaner car drives nicely and we are grateful for the smooth shifting. Although the infotainment system in the loaner car lags and freezes constantly, we are happy that our car doesn't have that issue. We hope that our car will be back on the road soon and running smoothly!
Bernardo Treutel 2025-08-12
The 2019 RDX's transmission requires replacement as soon as possible. It is important to be aware of this issue when considering purchasing this model.
Wade Mueller 2025-07-19
Looks like I’m not the only one who sensed rough transmission transition at low speed. I believe 2019 RDX has a serious transmission problem. I have a base model. The problem that I noticed is that when leaving my place in the morning with the temperature gauge stuck at the lowest position, the vehicle jerks when switching the gear to upper ones at low speed. As the temperature gauge bar appears as it’s warmed up, the abrupt transition of transmission becomes smoother. I tried warming up for 5 minutes before leaving and the problem was less severe. So this vehicle requires warming up as most of vehicles in 80s or 90s did. But remember you're buying a so-called luxury vehicle paying more than 40 grand in 2019. This is really hard to reproduce at dealer because by the time I arrive at dealer, the vehicle is already warmed up. People complained a lot about hard control of electronic system, but I don’t, it’s a matter of time to get used to it. Another issue is this 2019 RDX is gas greedy, usually I can get a little less than 23 mile/gallon but it requires 92 octane recommended. When I'm spending more money for high-end version and more gas with higher priced octane gas, at least I didn't expect rattling or jerking of rough transmission transition.
Camden Kuphal 2025-07-18
I really enjoy driving the RDX, but I want to make you aware of an issue that I have experienced twice in the 8 months that I have owned it. When accelerating hard, the engine may stall or lose power, which can be dangerous when driving on the interstate. Although Acura and the dealership have not acknowledged the issue, I hope it will be resolved soon. Additionally, while CarPlay is not perfect and sometimes disconnects within the first few minutes of use, it works well when it stays connected. Overall, I am happy with the RDX, despite its thirst for fuel. The push button shifter and touch pad are not a problem for me, but I do wish navigating CarPlay was easier.
Isac Schimmel 2025-07-14
I recently purchased the Acura RDX AWD Advanced Package after searching for a new vehicle for several months. I had been driving a 2012 BMW X3 that I had custom ordered and purchased in the fall of 2011. I was initially cautious about switching from a V6 to an inline 4 turbo, but I was pleasantly surprised by the power and performance of my new Acura. I particularly enjoy the HUD and the blind spot monitors, and the car itself is both luxurious and great to drive. However, I have experienced some issues with the infotainment system. Despite having paid 50k for the car, I have had trouble playing music without any issues. Although I initially thought that the problem was me and that I just needed to get used to the system, my 22 and 19-year-old children confirmed that it wasn't just me. The car has been serviced twice now, despite having only 819 miles on the clock. The screen sometimes goes blank, freezes, or won't play anything at all. Yesterday, I selected my country playlist, but the system played my disco playlist instead. If I receive a text message or phone call while driving, the entire system goes astray. Unfortunately, the CD player has been removed from this model, so playing a CD is not an option. I have to rely on a USB or my phone for my music. Despite these issues, I still believe that this is a great car, and I plan to drive it for a long time.