Two problems related to service brakes have been reported for the 2013 Acura RDX. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2013 Acura RDX based on all problems reported for the 2013 RDX.
On 3/26/2026 a symbol of an engine appeared on my dash. Then several minutes later the car began running very rough and numerous warnings signs came on including check engine, check awd system, check power steering system, check uphill assist system and others. I took the car to my mechanic this morning and after checking various systems he determined the cylinder deactivation system was not performing properly. He replaced the spark plug for cylinder 3 and confirmed the ignition coil is functioning properly. He was not able to correct the problem and said I should contact the dealer as he thought Honda had issued an extended recall on the Acura 2013 Rdxs because of this problem. He said this malfunction has caused my awd system to be disabled. I called the dealer and they said there was no recall for this issue. I have an appointment on 3/31 to have them check it out. My car only has 83,635 miles on it.
The brakes make a high-pitched squeal when at low speeds with light pressure on the brakes. Mostly occurs going down a slope(parking garage), down a driveway, and sometimes randomly while driving on flat roads. The brakes on the Acura Rdx continue to squeal after being "fixed" twice. In the dealer-performed services, the brakes were replaced and the rotors were resurfaced. When contacting the dealer about the issue again, the dealer stated that Acura was working on a solution. When contacting Acura client relations, they advised me to speak to my dealership which was no help.
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