2016 Acura RDX vs 2017 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 | 2016 Acura RDX | 2017 Acura RDX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 40 | 73 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 157 | 120 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 27,000 mi | 19,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura RDX | Acura RDX |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 9 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 17 |
| Engine | 7 | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 3 |
| Steering | 4 | 1 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
2016 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.