2015 Acura RDX vs 2016 Acura RDX
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Acura RDX | 2016 Acura RDX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 408 | 40 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 115 | 157 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,617 mi | 27,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura RDX | Acura RDX |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 336 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 33 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 19 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 8 |
| Structure | 10 | 3 |
| Power Train | 4 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 4 |
| Engine | 3 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 0 |
2015 Acura RDX
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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.