2017 Acura RDX
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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
- 80
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Power train
Campaigns on file for 2017
Opened by NHTSA
30% of complaints
Complaints per year
2017: 80 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.
Power train
30% · 24 reportsMost commonly citing torque converter.
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DTC23-029 and SB P0741 âtorque converter and transmission system problemâ illuminated on dash. My vehicle is eligible based on 10 year or 150k miles per warranty extension however the dealership where I purchased the vehicle, A bra.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-18
Transmision warning light comes on along with side warning indicator , stays on till vehicle is turned off . Then may or maynot come back on . Very intermitent.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-27
Electrical system
23% · 18 reportsMost commonly citing key/sender.
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I have been experiencing issues with the alarm system when I lock the car the alarm randomly goes off. I have had my battery replaced and it still happens.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-06
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Acura RDX. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of power and the collision avoidance warning indicator illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-02-14
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance
Service brakes
14% · 11 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owned a 2017 Acura RDX.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-04-23
I was driving on a highway and I wanted to slow my car down because I was approaching a construction area. When I applied the brakes the break pedal went right down to the floor. This total break failure did not allow me to stop my car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-17
Brakes locking car would not stop
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-14
Engine
14% · 11 reportsVehicle speed control
10% · 8 reportsSafety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2017-06-09Equipment17V256000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 CR-V and Acura RDX vehicles. The Certification Labels on the affected vehicles were printed with ink that may be inadvertently wiped away with an alcohol solvent.
Remedy: Honda and Acura will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Certification Label, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2017 Acura RDX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 24 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 18 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 11 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 17V256000 · Equipment
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- Is the 2017 Acura RDX reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Acura RDX is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Acura RDX?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Acura RDX have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.