2018 Acura RDX Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 10%of 78 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 5,050miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2018 Acura RDX, 10% of the 78 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 5,050 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Driving northbound on I-17 in phoenix, approximately 70-75 MPH with limited traffic. The sunroof exploded. Acura refused to repair the faulty sunroof and I was referred to insurance.”
NHTSA complaint #11141033, filed 2018-10, 9,700 miles“On Thursday 27/7/2024 5:00PM-6:00PM, Acura RDX abruptly started to slow down. When I press the accelerator, the car will not accelerate. Finally, my car came to an complete stop. Then I turned on Hazard sign and changed the gear on P from D. After that I started car. The car started normally and then I drove to my destination. I also experienced the similar issue in May, 2024.”
NHTSA complaint #11597850, filed 2024-07“Was driving down the hwy with the sunroof open tucked inside the headliner when a loud sound startled me and when I shut the sunroof glass rained down All over me”
NHTSA complaint #11741418, filed 2026-06“This is a supplemental report to document a severe, recurring safety hazard involving an uncommanded loss of motive power and delayed acceleration from a complete stop. The vehicle is a 2018 Acura RDX with approximately 75,000 miles. The automatic transmission 4th clutch fluid pressure switch (diagnostic trouble code P0873) has failed twice in less than a six-month period. The switch was initially replaced in early July using a brand-new OEM dealership part. The vehicle had also previously undergone a full transmission fluid flush. …”
NHTSA complaint #11773319, filed 2026-10“While traveling on Interstate at 7:30am there was a sudden Blowout Explosion of the sunroof glass. There were no other vehicles around they may have thrown debris. Vehicle has been examined by automobile glass shop”
NHTSA complaint #11476473, filed 2022-07Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 7% |
| 2024 | 4 | 33% |
| 2023 | 4 | 17% |
| 2022 | 11 | 35% |
| 2021 | 31 | 27% |
| 2020 | 104 | 30% |
| 2019 | 142 | 32% |
| 2018 | 8 | 10% |
| 2017 | 8 | 10% |
| 2016 | 5 | 12% |
| 2015 | 8 | 2% |
| 2014 | 12 | 5% |
| 2013 | 6 | 4% |
| 2012 | 2 | 13% |
| 2007 | 5 | 9% |
Other parts of the 2018 Acura RDX
34 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsForward collision avoidance
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsLane departure
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2018 Acura RDX
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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