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2020 Acura RDX
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2020 Acura RDX

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Complaints filed

339

Reports to NHTSA, 2020

Safety recalls

5

NHTSA campaigns on record

NHTSA crash test

Overall NCAP rating

Combined MPG

23.5

EPA estimate

Known issues

Unknown Or Other issues lead owner complaints (27% of 339 reports), followed by visibility/wiper (19%).

Unknown Or Other27% · 93 reports
Visibility/Wiper19% · 65 reports
Engine9% · 31 reports
Structure7% · 24 reports
Power Train6% · 21 reports
Service Brakes6% · 20 reports
Electrical System5% · 18 reports
Visibility5% · 17 reports

+ 9 more component categories with fewer reports.

Share of all 339 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11742878, ODI 11742539, ODI 11739990, ODI 11730391, ODI 11723769.

Individual complaint reports(339)

Showing the 50 most recent reports
Engine And Engine CoolingJul 2026 · ODI 11751030Details +

The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH in inclement weather, moisture entered the turbocharger, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over, restarted the vehicle, and drove to a local dealer. A technician confirmed that the failure was caused by moisture entering the turbocharger and referenced an unknown Technical Service Bulletin associated with the repair for the vehicle. The dealer stated that the vehicle was safe to operate. There were no further issues with the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

Reported
Jul 2026
Incident date
Jun 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11751030 at NHTSA →
EngineJun 2026 · ODI 11744256Details +

Grubbs Acura in Grapevine TX has all the information

Reported
Jun 2026
Incident date
May 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11744256 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJun 2026 · ODI 11742878Details +

While driving my 2020 Acura RDX on the highway, the sunroof suddenly shattered without any warning. There was a very loud explosion-like sound that was extremely startling and frightening. No objects appeared to strike the vehicle, and the glass seemed to break on its own while driving at highway speed.

Reported
Jun 2026
Incident date
Jun 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11742878 at NHTSA →
VisibilityJun 2026 · ODI 11742784Details +

The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, the contact heard an exploding sound and noticed that the sunroof had exploded, causing fragmented glass to enter the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000.

Reported
Jun 2026
Incident date
Jun 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11742784 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJun 2026 · ODI 11742539Details +

Rear windshield (Tailgate Glass) spontaneously shattered while parked without external impact. This left the vehicle exposed to theft and made me feel unsafe. Will this continue to happen? The dealership replaced the glass but now the broken pieces of glass are trapped inside the tailgate providing a rattle when gate lifts /closes.

Reported
Jun 2026
Incident date
Apr 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11742539 at NHTSA →
EngineMay 2026 · ODI 11740311Details +

This is a well known problem that when water gets into the intercooler, the car goes into limp Mode. This happens to my daughter, while driving 85 miles in the fast lane in the highway. Her check engine light started flashing, she was unable to accelerate, and she was scared! She had to pull over in the left lane, against the median.This is a safety hazard! I am paying over $1000 to have this fixed. TSB 20-053 this should be a recall!!

Reported
May 2026
Incident date
May 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11740311 at NHTSA →
VisibilityMay 2026 · ODI 11740393Details +

The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked in the garage when he heard a noise and went to inspect the vehicle. The contact discovered that the rear windshield had cracked and imploded. There was no impact to the rear windshield that could have caused the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 64,000.

Reported
May 2026
Incident date
May 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11740393 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherMay 2026 · ODI 11739990Details +

I went to my car, got in and shut the door. Immediately I heard an explosion behind me. It was my rear lift gate window. The glass burst into thousands of pieces & could have hit someone outside & myself. It was inspected by myself & others. There were no cracks or damage prior. I tried contacting the dealership with no response. No warning lamps.

Reported
May 2026
Incident date
May 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11739990 at NHTSA →
Fuel/Propulsion SystemMay 2026 · ODI 11737372Details +

My 2020 Acura RDX is currently non-operational due to a failure of the fuel pump, which is the subject of NHTSA Recall 23V-858. The vehicle suffered a complete loss of power and will not start, posing a significant safety risk should this have occurred while in motion. Despite contacting Acura Client Relations over 30 days ago, no remedy has been provided. My Case Manager states they are unable to offer a solution other than waiting for a "Territory Manager" to make contact—an event that has yet to occur. My vehicle has now been completely disabled for over two weeks. Because I reside in the [XXX] , the manufacturer claims they cannot service the vehicle due to a lack of a local franchise dealership. However, as a [XXX] territory, federal safety mandates apply. Acura has refused to authorize a local certified mechanic to perform the repair or ship the necessary parts to rectify this safety defect in a reasonable timeframe. The manufacturer is effectively denying a federally mandated safety remedy based on geographic location, leaving me with a non-operational, hazardous vehicle and no timeline for repair. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Reported
May 2026
Incident date
Apr 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11737372 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperMay 2026 · ODI 11735925Details +

My rear window in Acura RDX 2020 shattered spontaneously.

Reported
May 2026
Incident date
Nov 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11735925 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperApr 2026 · ODI 11732013Details +

My car was parked and off at a local park, I loaded my [XXX] son in the backseat of the car and then I got into my car. Before even turning car on I heard a loud pop sound and got out to look around and then realized it was the back windshield shattering. Apparently this is a known issue with Acura where the rear windshield will spontaneously shattered for no reason. Safety wise this is a concern since I have a child in the back seat and glass is shattering into the car as well as outside on pavement . INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Reported
Apr 2026
Incident date
Apr 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11732013 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherApr 2026 · ODI 11730391Details +

The rear glass in my 2020 Acura RDX Aspec randomly shattered when I closed my rear driver side door. My car was not running and hadn’t been running for over a hour and there were no signs of impact to the glass. There is a TSB from Honda about this being an issue already. I bought the car used and have owned it for a year. My extended warranty doesn’t cover the rear glass. It was going to cost over $1000 to fix as the dealership would not cover the cost and my car is out of its factory warranty. Didn’t have much choice but to use Safelite. Now there are glass shards stuck in my tailgate and apparently no way to remove them without removing the glass from the tailgate and removing the tailgate from the vehicle. Other complaints show that this can also happen while the car is running and in motion which seems like a major safety concern. With the glass shards stuck in the tailgate my car has been devalued by no fault of own. Honda knows this is an issue but will not issue a recall and it could also be a safety issue.

Reported
Apr 2026
Incident date
Apr 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11730391 at NHTSA →
Power TrainApr 2026 · ODI 11728589Details +

Powertrain failed in 2020 Acura RDX Tech Pkg AWD. Only 2 weeks after the 6 year warranty expired on the vehicle the powertrain failed and set off the check engine light. Dealer service department found an excessive amount of shavings in the plug. The vehicle only had 41,345 miles on it before transmission/powertrain failed and there was only 1 owner for the vehicle. It was purchased brand new from the dealer and vehicle was well-maintained.

Reported
Apr 2026
Incident date
Feb 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11728589 at NHTSA →
SuspensionApr 2026 · ODI 11728601Details +

2020 Acura RDX Rear Coil Spring snapped in half on left side. Safety concern drove to nearest independent service center to be accessed within 5 miles of incident. Advised not to drive it. Called Acura Dealership. Advised to replace both Left and Right side and have new alignment. No warning lights or other symptoms, just an extremely loud bang to left side while driving. Estimated out-of-pocket expenses: Rear coil springs (both) 600 parts/labor Alignment required 100 Total 700 unless goodwill applies (Acura quoted and independent matched prices (allowing me not to have it towed 15 miles to dealership) This is a corrosion related rear coil spring failure at 72,000 miles in Ohio. I’m asking Acura to consider goodwill assistance because this appears premature for a critical suspension component.” Please open a good will case with Acura Tech Line/Client Relations based on: Safety-related failure (suspension spring) Salt-belt state (Ohio — well known for corrosion issues) Reasonable mileage (72,000 miles is not excessive for a structural suspension part) Dealer acknowledged the issue (they quoted it and advised not to drive) No abuse or impact damage (no tire damage, single spring corrosion failure)

Reported
Apr 2026
Incident date
Apr 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11728601 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherMar 2026 · ODI 11723769Details +

Rear windshield shattered while car was parked. Entered car, closed door, hit start button - rear windshield spontaneously shattered. Called dealership where RDX was purchased - They recommended contacting Client Services. Filed complaint with Acura Client Relations - received case#. Took vehicle to a local dealership per their instruction - sent report to Acura. It's been 3 days - no resolution - no case manager assigned - no loaner supplied. No prior issues to note with windshield. Did see many issues such as this one online. Getting the run-around from Acura.

Reported
Mar 2026
Incident date
Mar 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11723769 at NHTSA →
EngineMar 2026 · ODI 11723432Details +

My 2020 vehicle lost all power when I was attempting to pass an 18-wheel trailer on the expressway. I took it to the dealership which was less than a mile away. They told me I needed a head gasket replacement @$6500. They replaced the HG and it ran great for 5-6 months. Then exact same thing happened again on expressway. It was another head gasket. After searching online I found a lot of history on my vehicle where the 2.0L turbo engine was failing prematurely.

Reported
Mar 2026
Incident date
Mar 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11723432 at NHTSA →
VisibilityMar 2026 · ODI 11722267Details +

The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated that after entering the vehicle and pressing the engine start button, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. Immediately following the sound, the rear window shattered without impact. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 72,055.

Reported
Mar 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11722267 at NHTSA →
Forward Collision AvoidanceFeb 2026 · ODI 11719630Details +

System warning light stating Electronic Parking Brake Error, that the system would not engage and to contact a dealership.

Reported
Feb 2026
Incident date
Feb 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11719630 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherFeb 2026 · ODI 11718426Details +

This morning after getting into my vehicle and closing the door my rear windshield shattered. This is a known and common problem certain model year RDXs. We are waiting to hear from my insurance company on whether it’s covered. There were not warnings or issues prior to the shatter.

Reported
Feb 2026
Incident date
Feb 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11718426 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperFeb 2026 · ODI 11718355Details +

Rear windshield shattered upon closing the driver door to start and drive the car. No impact from a random object or use of defroster.

Reported
Feb 2026
Incident date
Feb 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11718355 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherFeb 2026 · ODI 11717964Details +

Came out of Drs office in parking lot. Sat down in drivers seat and started the car when I heard a pop and then looked back and the entire rear window shattered.

Reported
Feb 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11717964 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperFeb 2026 · ODI 11717220Details +

•What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? REAR WINDOW SPONTANEOUSLY COMBUSTED AND CRACKED WHILE I WAS DRIVING. IT IS BEING REPAIRED ON SATURDAY BY SAFELITE PER MY HARTFORD INSURANCE •How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? I COULD NOT SEE OUT OF MY REAR WINDOW, IT WAS ENTIRELY FRACTURED AND HAD A HOLE IN IT. IT ALSO SPILLED GLASS ON THE ROAD AND IN MY CAR. •Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? YES, IT HAS PREVIOUSLY BEEN ACKNOWLEDGED BY ACURA/HONDA HOWEVER THEY DID NOT INCLUDE MY VIN NUMBER ON THE ISSUE, EVEN THOUGH IT WAS IN THE SAME CLASS OF ISSUES. •Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? YES, THROUGH MY INSURANCE CARRIER HARTFORD IT WAS BROUGHT TO SAFELITE WHERE THEY PUT ON A CRASH COVER BEFORE THEY REPLACE THE GLASS THIS SATURDAY. •Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? NO

Reported
Feb 2026
Incident date
Feb 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11717220 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherFeb 2026 · ODI 11715828Details +

My rear windshield shattered completely on its own shortly after I had gotten in the car, I was parked, luckily I had not even started driving yet. This is a major safety component that could have resulted in a dangerous situation if I had been driving the vehicle.

Reported
Feb 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11715828 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherFeb 2026 · ODI 11715723Details +

Rear glass broken 2 times: 1) 12/23/2022 2) 01/31/2026.

Reported
Feb 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11715723 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherFeb 2026 · ODI 11715257Details +

The rear window has shattered twice (2023, 2026). Both times, the vehicle has been parked in a lot with cameras. After reviewing the cameras no one was near the vehicle. After the first time, I became aware that this was an issue with my model. I contacted the manufacturer and they expressed that my year was not affected by the defect. It just happened again. I contacted the manufacturer again, they expressed, that in order for them to do anything a recall has to be put in place and to report it to you. In addition, I do not put on the rear defrost. I have been driving around with shards of glass in the rear door. Safelite has expressed, due to how the manufacturer built the door, they can not remove all the glass. Also, every time the door is lifted pieces of glass fall out.

Reported
Feb 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11715257 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherFeb 2026 · ODI 11714836Details +

To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting a vehicle safety defect complaint regarding my 2020 Acura RDX. The rear window of my vehicle suddenly shattered without any impact, collision, road debris, or external force. At the time of the incident, the vehicle was stationary. There was no warning or visible damage prior to failure. The glass shattered unexpectedly, creating a dangerous condition and risk of injury. I was required to file an insurance claim and have the rear window replaced. I am concerned this may indicate a defect in the glass, manufacturing process, or vehicle structure. I request that NHTSA review this incident, determine whether similar failures have been reported, and evaluate whether this represents a safety-related defect requiring investigation or recall. I can provide photographs, repair invoices, VIN, mileage, and additional documentation upon request. Sincerely, Joyce Burnett Phone: 757-636-6167 (Mobile) VIN: 5J8TC1H57LL013150

Reported
Feb 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11714836 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperJan 2026 · ODI 11714271Details +

I used my automatic start and came outside and got in the car and my rear windshield cracked.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11714271 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJan 2026 · ODI 11713688Details +

Rear windshield shattered spontaneously.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11713688 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperJan 2026 · ODI 11713749Details +

My back window just shattered on its own while the car was sitting in the driveway. It wasn't running, and nothing hit it. The glass just suddenly cracked and spidered everywhere without any warning

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11713749 at NHTSA →
StructureJan 2026 · ODI 11713505Details +

My rear glass mirror shattered. This occurred after I closed the door.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11713505 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJan 2026 · ODI 11713214Details +

Rear Windshield spontaneously exploded, Acura has a service bulletin regarding the issue(Service Bulletin 22-014) No recalls, Acura refuses to address issue thousands of other drivers have experienced.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11713214 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperJan 2026 · ODI 11713069Details +

Rear windshield shattered on its own, without impact from any object

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11713069 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJan 2026 · ODI 11712938Details +

The rear windshield shattered out of nowhere while parked outdoors on a cold day (<20 degree weather). There was no impact involved in the shattering. Dealer stated that I must go through insurance in order to get rear windshield repaired. Upon further searching this is a problem that is common with the Acura RDX model from years 2019-2023 there was even a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) on May 20th, 2023 involving 'Rear Windshield Glass Shattering' caused by 'Incorrect specification for the rear defroster grid' showing that the company is aware of this issue.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11712938 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJan 2026 · ODI 11712552Details +

Rear glass windshield shattered while parked in my garage. No impact involved. Car was not driven for almost 24 hours

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11712552 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJan 2026 · ODI 11711918Details +

Rear windshield shattered while parked. It was not vandalism.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11711918 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJan 2026 · ODI 11711374Details +

Got in my car, closed driver side door and my rear window spontaneously shattered.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11711374 at NHTSA →
Air BagsJan 2026 · ODI 11711443Details +

Since we bought the vehicle in 2019, the passenger-side seat sensor didn't always go off when occupied. We asked the dealership to check it out in 2020 or 2021, however, due to the problem being inconsistent it couldn't be fixed. The inconsistency of the seat sensor has continued though the years, but lately, it has become more frequent. I am the usual occupant on the passenger side and I weigh 113 lbs. I recently spoke with the dealer service department after I saw the recall; however, the recall does not apply to our VIN.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11711443 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJan 2026 · ODI 11710899Details +

Sometime between 9pm on January 13th and 8:45am on January 14th, the rear glass of my 2020 Acura RDX shattered inside our closed, insulated garage. No cause could be found inside or around the garage and I googled and found out the rear defroster grid causes stress on the class and is actually quite common. I also have a video but it’s too large to upload.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11710899 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJan 2026 · ODI 11710241Details +

Vehicle was parked overnight and woke up and the rear glass shattered. This is highly dangerous. There are tons of glass shards everywhere

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11710241 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperJan 2026 · ODI 11709752Details +

I am the owner of a 2020 Acura RDX. Approximately 64,000 miles. Car was parked in my driveway. My wife heard a loud bang. Back windshield shattered. Pieces of glass inside and outside the vehicle. The window had no prior dents or cracks.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11709752 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJan 2026 · ODI 11709083Details +

I was driving at 60 MPH on the Highway and the Service AWD light came on. The vehicle immediately lost all power and jerked and came to a sudden stop. And then when i tried to re apply power it was sluggish for about 30 seconds before i was able to get full power. I then pulled over to the side of the road and turned the vehicle on and off the error code disappeared. This happens at random times while driving the car and is extremely dangerous.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Dec 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11709083 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperJan 2026 · ODI 11709164Details +

On January 6, 2026, as I left my house and was driving to work, I heard a loud gunshot/explosion sound. The trunk window had a whole and it started to shatter. The window completely shattered and fell. No evidence of a rock hitting the window was present. The temperature was 45 degrees. The coldness was not an issue, as this car has been in below 0 degree weather. I called Acura dealership. They told me they had never heard of this issue and didn’t offer to inspect the vehicle. I had to find a fix outside of Acura. No warning lights or prior failure issues with windows. The defroster was not on either.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11709164 at NHTSA →
StructureJan 2026 · ODI 11708968Details +

The rear hatch glass exploded when the driver door was shut. Was parked outside out house in our driveway. Not driven all day.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11708968 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperDec 2025 · ODI 11707816Details +

The whole rear glass unexpectantly shattered. My Car was parked in the driveway and I found it this way later in the day. The whole rear hatchback glass was shattered everywhere. Glass pieces were starting to fall inside. I called the my local Acura dealer Bobby Rahal and they said this was problem with the RDX but Acura was not covering them. He said there is a TSB tech. service bulletin. This is a very dangerous defect that needs to be recalled.

Reported
Dec 2025
Incident date
Dec 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11707816 at NHTSA →
VisibilityDec 2025 · ODI 11707620Details +

The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated upon closing the driver's side door, the rear windshield shattered suddenly. The contact stated that there were shattered pieces of glass in the rear seats of the vehicle and his daughter car seat. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by a dealer or an independent mechanic. The contact related the failure to TSB Number: 22-014(Rear Windshield Glass Shattering); however, the vehicle was not covered. The manufacturer was notified but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 102,000.

Reported
Dec 2025
Incident date
Dec 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11707620 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperDec 2025 · ODI 11707130Details +

My rear windshield spontaneously shattered with me sitting in my driver's seat in a parking lot. I just started my car, put on my seat belt when I heard this loud noise and saw the rear windshield shattered. I found no object in my car that could have caused the problem like a rock.

Reported
Dec 2025
Incident date
Dec 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11707130 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherDec 2025 · ODI 11707035Details +

I have a 2020 Acura RDX. In December 2022 I came out to my car and when I opened the door the entire back windshield was shattered like a piece of ice. The glass broke off into little shards all over the back of the car. Also, leaving me to drive my young daughter in the freezing cold. I had it repaired which they were able to fox the glass but not get all the shards out of the car. Yesterday, December 25l4, 2025 I went to my car which had been sitting in the garage for two days and the same thing occurred. There is glass all over my car and my garage. I have a young child and dog who could step on or touch the shards.

Reported
Dec 2025
Incident date
Dec 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11707035 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperDec 2025 · ODI 11706459Details +

While entering the vehicle in the parking lock, I closed the driver door and the rear view mirror shattered completely on it own.

Reported
Dec 2025
Incident date
Dec 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11706459 at NHTSA →
Electrical SystemDec 2025 · ODI 11706618Details +

One day last December it rained very hard for a couple of days. It about 6:30pm I got in my car to go to an appointment. There was water inside the cab, on the seats, inside of the windshield, in the dashboard and controls... and about 4 inches of water on the floor on both passenger and driver side. When I tried to start the car, all the electrical systems went haywire. Everything was blinking at me in the dashboard many different warnings and hazard lights. I took the car to the dealership for service. I was by service department told that drainage lines on the top where the sun visor is were clogged up and the water had backed up into the vehicle. This was no fault of my own. I have maintained this automobile with Acura only for 6 years, since I purchased it. This is serious, even though it was resolved by clearing the lines but the damage to the electrical system were extensive. Now that the lines are cleared who's to say this will not happen again? Will my car flood again someday? I believe this to be a design flaw and should be corrected by Acura as a possible. I believe it should be a recall, it could affect the safety of the driver and passengers. Thanks for your attention to this matter.

Reported
Dec 2025
Incident date
Dec 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11706618 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherDec 2025 · ODI 11706374Details +

Car was in park and running idle and randomly the back windshield completely shattered. The car had been on for a while probably at least 20 minutes so it wasn’t that the window all of a sudden got really warm compared to the outside cold temperature. Had Safelite replaced the window, but there are still a bunch of shards of glass in the tailgate because that would have to be fully replaced in order to remove all those glass shards and there’s no other way to do it. This is apparently a very common issue on the Acura RDX and there is a Facebook group with many people having the same issue with the rear windshield randomly shattering for no reason whatsoever. It seems like Acura dealerships acknowledge this issue, but there has been no recall.

Reported
Dec 2025
Incident date
Dec 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
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Recalls(5)

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Air BagsJan 2024 · 24V064000Details +

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.

Risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.

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Seat BeltsSep 2023 · 23V158000Details +

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.

Risk: 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.

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Fuel System · 21V215000Details +

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.

Risk: 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.

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Fuel System · 23V858000Details +

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.

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Air Bags · 26V332000Details +

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.

Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.

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Investigations

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Crash-test ratings

2020 Acura RDX SUV FWD NHTSA source

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2020 Acura RDX SUV AWD NHTSA source

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Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Fuel economy by trim

TrimEngineDrivetrainCityHwyCombined
RDX FWD A-SPEC2.0L 4-cylFront-Wheel Drive222724
RDX FWD2.0L 4-cylFront-Wheel Drive222824
RDX AWD A-SPEC2.0L 4-cylAll-Wheel Drive212623
RDX AWD2.0L 4-cylAll-Wheel Drive212723

EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.

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2020 Acura RDX: frequently asked

What does the complaint record show for the 2020 Acura RDX?

Owners filed 339 NHTSA complaints about the 2020 Acura RDX. This is raw owner-reported complaint volume with no production or exposure normalization, so it is not a reliability score or a best/worst-year ranking.

What are the most common problems on the 2020 Acura RDX?

The most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (27% of complaints) and visibility/wiper (19%).

How many recalls does the 2020 Acura RDX have?

5 recalls have been issued that affect the 2020 Acura RDX, covering components such as air bags. 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 2020 Acura RDX get?

The EPA rates the 2020 Acura RDX between 23 and 24 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.