2008 Acura RDX
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 33
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
61% of complaints
Complaints per year
2008: 33 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 53 |
| 2008 | 33 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 162 |
| 2014 | 244 |
| 2015 | 416 |
| 2016 | 41 |
| 2017 | 80 |
| 2018 | 78 |
| 2019 | 441 |
| 2020 | 350 |
| 2021 | 117 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 11 |
| 2025 | 30 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
61% · 20 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-04
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-03
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...
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-06
Electrical system
9% · 3 reportsWheels
6% · 2 reportsTires
6% · 2 reportsStructure
6% · 2 reportsMost commonly citing body.
Show complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-05
Also filed under Suspension and vehicle speed control
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2007-08-20Equipment07V358000 Certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of part 567, 'certification.' incorrect certification labels were applied to these vehicles.
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.
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2017-02-22Air bags16V061000 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,...
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.
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2019-04-10Air bags19V182000 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...
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Acura RDX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 20 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 07V358000 · Equipment
- Recall 16V061000 · Air bags
- Recall 19V182000 · Air bags
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- Is the 2008 Acura RDX reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Acura RDX is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Acura RDX?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 61% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Acura RDX have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.