2013 Acura RDX vs 2013 Ford Escape
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Acura RDX | 2013 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 162 | 2,742 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 18 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 122 | 155 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 49 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 89 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 24–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 48,750 mi | 76,069 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura RDX | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 1,263 |
| Power Train | 7 | 399 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 339 |
| Steering | 2 | 302 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 246 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 174 |
| Exterior Lighting | 89 | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 92 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 602 |
| Overheating | 0 | 496 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 281 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 132 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 117 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 67 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 58 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 42 |
2013 Acura RDX
2013 Ford Escape
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.