2017 Acura RDX Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Acura RDX.

20162018
Complaints
104
per 10K Sold
20.3
US Sales
51,295
Crashes
9
Fires
2
Injuries
7
Fatalities
2
Recalls
1

Worst 2017 Acura RDX Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#119 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:31,556 mi
Crash-related:1
#216 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:24,512 mi
#311 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:23,575 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Acura RDX.

Transmission / Drivetrain
19
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
31,556
Electrical Faults
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
24,512
Engine Problems
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
23,575
Brakes
11
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
8,635
Unintended Acceleration
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
24,090
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Immobilizer/Proximity:Key/Sender
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Firerelated
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2017 Acura RDX

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~1,425 vehicles.

17V256000Equipment:other:labels
~1,425 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 CR-V and Acura RDX vehicles. The Certification Labels on the affected vehicles were printed with ink that may be inadvertently wiped away with an alcohol solvent. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

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2017 Acura RDX — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2017 Acura RDX reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2017 Acura RDX has 104 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 19 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 Acura RDX?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (19 complaints, avg 31,556 mi); Electrical Faults (16 complaints, avg 24,512 mi); Engine Problems (11 complaints, avg 23,575 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Acura RDX?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 23,667 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2017 Acura RDX?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Acura RDX include 9 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 7 injuries, and 2 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2017 Acura RDX have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 1,425 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2017 Acura RDX?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Acura RDX reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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