Verdict
2018 Acura RDX: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2018 Acura RDX — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for SUV.
Owners filed 75 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 51% of 2018 SUVs. Fuel System leads the reports (23%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2018 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
75
Reports to NHTSA, 2018
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
22.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 51% of 2018 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2018 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Fuel System issues lead owner complaints (23% of 75 reports), followed by power train (16%).
+ 9 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 75 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11664353, ODI 11659351, ODI 11636053, ODI 11629847, ODI 11629648.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Fuel System · 23V858000Details +Close −
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.
Risk: 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.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2018 Acura RDX SUV FWD NHTSA source
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2018 Acura RDX SUV AWD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RDX FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 20 | 28 | 23 |
| RDX AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 19 | 27 | 22 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2018 Acura RDX: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2018 Acura RDX?
Owners filed 75 NHTSA complaints about the 2018 Acura RDX — more complaints than 51% of comparable 2018 SUVs, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2018 Acura RDX?
The most-reported problem areas are Fuel System (23% of complaints) and power train (16%).
How many recalls does the 2018 Acura RDX have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2018 Acura RDX, covering components such as fuel system. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Acura RDX get?
The EPA rates the 2018 Acura RDX between 22 and 23 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.