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2018 Acura RDX recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2018 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 18, 202323V858000 | Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pumpFuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V858000
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Owner complaints by component77
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 17 | 22 |
| Fuel system | 17 | 22 |
| Gasoline | 17 | 22 |
| Power train | 12 | 16 |
| Engine | 11 | 14 |
| Electrical system | 8 | 10 |
| Unknown or other | 7 | 9 |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 9 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 5 |
| Lane departure | 3 | 4 |
| Air bags | 3 | 4 |
| Structure | 3 | 4 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 3 |
| Seats | 2 | 3 |
4 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Engine
“The light comes on due to an emission system warning, shaking, and a lack of power; the engine is severely misfiring. This is the second time I have complained about this to the NHTSA”
- Air bags
“The contact owns a 2018 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light was intermittently illuminated.”
- Power train
“Vehicle Information: 2018 Acura RDX AWDAffected System: Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Torque ConverterAssociated Code/Bulletin: DTC P0741 / Acura TSB B23-029Complaint Description:The vehicle is experiencing a…”
Other Acura RDX model years
- 20222 recalls31 complaints
- 20213 recalls116 complaints
- 20205 recalls348 complaints
- 20195 recalls440 complaints
- 20181 recall77 complaints
- 20171 recall79 complaints
- 20162 recalls41 complaints
- 20153 recalls415 complaints
- 20143 recalls244 complaints
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Other Acura models
- 2018 MDX10 recalls170 complaints
- 2018 TLX4 recalls96 complaints
- 2018 ILX4 recalls23 complaints
- 2018 RLX1 recall9 complaints
- 2018 NSX3 recalls0 complaints
- 2014 TL3 recalls17 complaints
- 2012 RL6 recalls1 complaint
- 2014 TSX3 recalls7 complaints
- 2013 ZDX5 recalls0 complaints
- 2003 CL5 recalls73 complaints
- 2023 Integra2 recalls208 complaints
- 2006 RSX2 recalls24 complaints
2018 Acura RDX recall questions
How many recalls does the 2018 Acura RDX have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2018 Acura RDX. The most recent, 23V858000 (reported December 18, 2023), concerns fuel system, gasoline. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Acura RDX?
Fuel/propulsion system is the most-reported component, named in 17 complaints out of 77 filed with NHTSA (22%). Across all complaints, owners reported 5 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2018 Acura RDX?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Acura recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Acura dealer.
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