This page covers 2 recalls, 29 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2025 Acura RDX.
23 mpg combined
10.2 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The dominant complaint pattern for the 2025 Acura RDX centers on lane departure and steering behavior. Owners frequently report the lane keeping system making unwanted steering corrections or pulling the vehicle toward lane markings, with several noting this happened even after disabling the lane departure feature. Steering complaints overlap closely, owners describe the wheel pulling to one side at highway speeds, sometimes accompanied by warning lights. Brake complaints, while fewer in number, include reports of a jerky, vibrating pedal feel during normal stops and, in a couple of cases, a pedal that travels unusually far toward the floor. Dealers in some of these brake reports told owners the behavior was within spec.
29
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
By System
The 2025 Acura RDX has 2 recalls, both concerning the electric power steering system, where a software calibration error can cause the system to drop into a failsafe mode and suddenly require significantly more physical effort to steer the vehicle.
When this happens, the power steering warning light will illuminate on the dashboard. While the vehicle remains steerable, the abrupt increase in steering effort, particularly at lower speeds or during a turn, raises the risk of losing control.
At a glance
What can fail
A software issue in the motor control unit may cause the electronic power steering system to enter failsafe mode, suddenly increasing steering effort. The EPS warning light will turn on when this occurs.
What the fix does
Acura will mail you instructions to visit a dealership, where technicians will update the motor control unit software.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The electric power steering software may not be properly calibrated, causing the steering assist system to shut down and remove power steering help.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the electric power steering software at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
