2020 Acura RDX vs 2021 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 | 2020 Acura RDX | 2021 Acura RDX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 339 | 109 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 234 | 194 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–24 | 23–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 7,118 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura RDX | Acura RDX |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 83 | 9 |
| Engine | 51 | 20 |
| Service Brakes | 22 | 14 |
| Structure | 24 | 10 |
| Power Train | 21 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 21 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 38 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 30 | 8 |
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
2020 Acura RDX
2021 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.