2022 Acura RDX problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 31 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Acura RDX, filed between 2022-01-07 and 2026-07-30. The most common problem areas are the visibility/wiper (9, 29%), service brakes (3, 10%) and visibility (3, 10%). Owners reported 4 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.
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2022 Acura RDX complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 11 | 35% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 9 | 29% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 10% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 6% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 6% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 6% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 6% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Visibility/wiper: 9 complaints
- 9 complaints of 31 (29%) name the visibility/wiper — the windshield, windows, mirrors, wipers and defrosters.
- 2 of them also name the unknown or other; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Acura RDX covers this system.
Service brakes: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 31 (10%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- Owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Acura RDX covers this system.
Visibility: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 31 (10%) name the visibility — the windshield, windows, mirrors, wipers and defrosters.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Acura RDX covers this system.
Air bags: 2 complaints
- 2 complaints of 31 (6%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- Owners reported 2 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2022 Acura RDX; the latest, campaign 26V332000, says: “The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.”
Forward collision avoidance: 2 complaints
- 2 complaints of 31 (6%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- Owners reported 1 crash and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Acura RDX covers this system.
Lane departure: 2 complaints
- 2 complaints of 31 (6%) name the lane departure — lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist.
- Owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Acura RDX covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 8 |
| 2026 | 4 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names RDX, model year 2022. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2022 Acura RDX recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Acura RDX?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2022 Acura RDX's most common problem areas are the visibility/wiper (9 of 31 complaints), service brakes (3 of 31 complaints) and visibility (3 of 31 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2022 Acura RDX have?
NHTSA has 31 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Acura RDX, including 4 reported crashes.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Acura RDX's problems?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 Acura RDX; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.