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2020 Acura RDX Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Visibility/wiper — runs 4.8× the fleet median for that category across the 325 model-years tracked on this site.
338Complaints
5Recalls
4Crashes
1Fires
4Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Visibility/wiper (24.6% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Visibility/wiper complaints here are 4.8× the median for that category across the 325 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Visibility/wiper83 · 24.6%not available
Engine51 · 15.1%not available
Structure:body24 · 7.1%not available
Service Brakes22 · 6.5%not available
Electrical System22 · 6.5%not available
Power Train21 · 6.2%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

Unspecified / other100 · 29.6%
VISIBILITY/WIPER83 · 24.6%
ENGINE51 · 15.1%
STRUCTURE:BODY24 · 7.1%
SERVICE BRAKES22 · 6.5%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM22 · 6.5%
POWER TRAIN21 · 6.2%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM21 · 6.2%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL18 · 5.3%
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE16 · 4.7%

Percentages are the share of the 338 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 5 campaigns

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 21V215000 · 2021 · reported 03/25/2021

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly

NHTSA campaign 23V158000 · 2023 · reported 03/09/2023

An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 23V858000 · 2023 · reported 12/18/2023

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger

NHTSA campaign 24V064000 · 2024 · reported 02/01/2024

An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger

NHTSA campaign 26V332000 · 2026 · reported 05/21/2026

Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“On two occasions now my vehicle was parked at the train station and I have returned to the back window being cracked. The first time…”NHTSA complaint 11479781 — filed 08/17/2022 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER
“Hi, I have a 2020 Acura RDX, and it haves a popping and cracking sound on the speaker even wend the radio is of. And…”NHTSA complaint 11459259 — filed 04/01/2022 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER
“The vehicle is a 2020 Acura RDX Advance, with 12,600 miles and was purchased new 17 months previously. On March 4, 2022 the MOONROOF EXPLODED…”NHTSA complaint 11458506 — filed 03/27/2022 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Acura RDX?

Unknown or other issues are the most-reported category, cited in 100 of 338 NHTSA complaints (29.6%), followed by visibility/wiper (83), engine (51), structure:body (24). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2020 Acura RDX have?

338 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 4 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, and 4 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2020 Acura RDX have any recalls?

Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 21V215000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2020 Acura RDX's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.