2009 Acura RDX
Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 15 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
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
10 of 15 total reports mention: air bags.
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I was involved in an accident and upon impact the airbags didnât deploy although there was a chemical smell that occurred and the check airbag light comes on intermittently. Also driver seatbelt locked up and does not retract out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-02-23
Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 Acura RDX. The contact stated that the recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 16V061000 (Air bags) was received in February of 2016.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-05-03
Takata recall called Acura national , told to call Acura dealership. Dealership doesn't know when new part will be available and doesn't have loaner car to give me. Car is being driven by my 18 y/o daughter for school commute.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-05-01
Service brakes
2 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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An error message always comes on for "The brake system" & "Tire pressure sensors". They become problematic when the temp outside drops to 20 and below.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-14
Also filed under Wheels
Wheels
1 of 15 total reports mentions: wheels.
Visibility
1 of 15 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
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A driver and one passenger were traveling down an interstate highway at approx. 70 MPH. All windows were closed, the sunroof and sunroof shade were closed. Approx.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-27
Vehicle speed control
1 of 15 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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2009 Acura RDX has uncontrollable acceleration problem. *nj the consumer stated as he was pulling into a parking space, he applied the brake. However, the vehicle continued to accelerate. He pushed harder on the brake, but to no avail.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-11-10
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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
2009 Acura RDX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V061000 · Air bags
- Recall 19V182000 · Air bags
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- Is the 2009 Acura RDX reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Acura RDX?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Acura RDX have?
- 2 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.