Electrical System Problems of Acura RDX

Acura RDX owners have reported 142 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 16 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (118 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's software (7 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Acura RDX

The Electrical System problem

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.   Read details...

The Software problem

Technology systems experience random failures, at various times sometimes when driving. Functionality can sometimes be restored by stopping the car and restarting the engine. Sometimes the vehicle must sit for hours with engine off to restore functionality.   Read details...

The Battery Dead problem

The contact owns a 2007 Acura Rdx. The contact stated that the battery failed while driving various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure was not duplicated. The failure began four months ago. The failure mileage was 84,000.   Read details...

The Instrument Panel Speedometer/odometer problem

Odometer fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Acura Rdx. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 92,551. The carfax report sent from the dealer indicated that the mileage was 93,000.   Read details...

The Ignition Switch problem

Tl- the contact contact owns a 2011 Acura Rdx. The contact stated that the gear shifter lever failed to shift out of gears and the key failed to released from the ignition switch. No warning lights illuminated.   Read details...




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