Electrical System Related Problems of the 2017 Acura RDX

Table 1 shows three common electrical system related problems of the 2017 Acura RDX. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (15 problems). The second most common problem is related to the ignition anti-theft immobilizer/proximity key/sender (one problem).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Acura RDX


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2017 Acura RDX

The Electrical System problem

I was at a stop light, car was stopped, the electronics on the vehicle looked like it went through a reboot, a/c blower fluctuated (turned off then back on), all displays went out and restarted like it does when you start the car.   Read details...

The Ignition Anti-theft Immobilizer/proximity Key/sender problem

Keyless access control unit (a. K. A. Smart power control unit) is defective. This is an electronic part and should not have failed. It causes random security alarm triggers, random flashing of exterior lights, clicking noises, and flashing of dash lights.   Read details...

The Software problem

9,249 miles on a 2017 Acura Rdx. Check engine light came on while in motion on a highway at approximately 65 mph with notable loss of power (once stopped it took a full 30 seconds to get to 15 mph). Let car sit for 2 hours as manual stated.   Read details...


Electrical System related problems in other Acura RDX model year vehicles:



RDX Service Bulletins
RDX Safety Recalls
RDX Defect Investigations