Third generation
2020 Acura RDX
The most reported problem on the 2020 Acura RDX is rear window shattering, with 145 complaints, usually around 55,000 miles.
- 345owner complaints
- 5recalls
- 4involved a crash
- 10,000median miles at failure
Newest report Sep 9, 2026 · checked Oct 2, 2026
What is your RDX doing?
Each one opens a sheet built from the owner reports of that problem on the 2020 model year.
Is the 2020 Acura RDX reliable?
The 2020 Acura RDX has 345 owner complaints on file with NHTSA, 1.5 times the median of 233 for 2020 SUVs on this site. Of the 12 RDX model years since 2014, it has the 3rd most complaints. Complaint counts rise with sales as well as faults, so read what owners report below before deciding.
At a glance
- Next to the 2019 and 2021
- At 49 complaints for each year on the road, the 2020 runs close to the 2019 (55) and 2.6 times the 2021 (19).
- Top problem
- One problem takes up much of the file: rear window shattering, named in 145 of the 345 complaints (42%). A quarter of the 14 owners who gave a mileage for rear window shattering saw it by about 23,000 miles, and half by about 55,000.
- Crash, fire and injury reports
- Only 7 of the 345 complaints (2%) report a crash, a fire or an injury, well under the 6% typical of vehicles on this site. Counted separately (one report can carry more than one), 4 reports mention a crash, 1 mentions a fire and 4 people were hurt.
- Recalls behind the top problems
- No recall on file is on the same system as windshield and stalling. For those, the complaints are all there is.
- When owners filed
- Filings peaked in 2024 at 82 (full calendar years only). In 2025 there were 71. So far in 2026, 49 more have come in.
When each problem shows up
Each bar covers the middle half of the mileages owners reported for that problem. A quarter saw it earlier, a quarter later. The tick is the median. Most reported: rear window shatters or explodes, 145 complaints.
middle half of reports, median tick. The heavier grey bars have 75 or more reports.
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How this compares
345 complaints is 1.6 times the median 2020 model on this site and 1.5 times the median 2020 SUV. Among the 5 RDX model years here it ranks 3rd for complaints. Counts follow sales volume as much as reliability, so a truck that sells 700,000 a year draws more reports than a sedan that sells 200,000.
Service bulletins for the 2020 Acura RDX
Acura filed 234 bulletins and other notices with NHTSA that list the 2020 Acura RDX. 32 of them deal with a problem owners have reported on this car. Newest first.
Federal rules make a manufacturer send NHTSA a copy of any notice about a defect that goes to more than one dealer or owner. Most of these are service bulletins, the repair instructions manufacturers send to dealers. NHTSA generally leaves safety recall bulletins out of this file, and recalls are listed separately.
Windshield cracks or distorts 3 bulletins · 89 complaints
The client notices loss of auto function, or no function, of the sunroof glass/sunshade due to a Motor-Control Unit error code in the clock frequency check falsely detecting a failure.
The client may notice a loss of auto function, or no function, of the sunroof glass/sunshade due to a Motor-Control Unit error code in the clock frequency check falsely detecting a failure.
1 more on this problem
A driver can notice loss of auto function, or no function, of the sunroof glass/sunshade due to Motor-Control Unit error code in the clock frequency check falsely detecting a failure.
Engine stalls or loses power while driving 3 bulletins · 38 complaints
The MIL is flashing with a loss of power. This is most common in hot, humid regions, or after a period of rainfall. Humid air within the intake passage may condense and accumulate moisture during steady driving which enters the engine and may cause a misfire ...
Due to swelling of the fuel pump motor impeller, the fuel pump may seize and stop working. If this occurs, the check engine light may be displayed with DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low) stored, the engine may not start, or the engine could stall while ...
1 more on this problem
The MIL is flashing with loss of power. Humid air within the intake tract may condense and accumulate excessive moisture during steady driving.
Check engine light or misfire 6 bulletins · 23 complaints
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2020-2022 MDXs & RDXs with a client complaint of the Check Engine Light (CEL) on & the DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low [Loss of Fuel Pressure]) stored.
Under certain circumstances, the vehicle may experience driveability concerns. This may result in the following DTCâs to set: ⢠P0300 (Random Misfire Detected), ⢠P0301 (No. 1 Cylinder Misfire Detected), ⢠P0302 (No. 2 Cylinder Misfire Detected), ⢠...
4 more on this problem
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2016-2020 MDXs, RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with the DTC P030X (Cylinder Misfire Detected), P0171 & P0174 (Rear/Front Bank Fuel System Too Lean), ...
The MIL comes on with DTC P061B (PCM Internal Malfunction) is stored.
The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on with DTC P0460 (fuel level sensor [fuel gauge sending unit] out of range).
The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on with DTC P0460 (fuel level sensor [fuel gauge sending unit] out of range).
Brakes grind, pulse or wear early 1 bulletin · 23 complaints
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2021-2022 RDXs with a client complaint of a brake noise. The noise can be described as a squeal.
Infotainment, screen or backup camera fails 13 bulletins · 16 complaints
Audio sound stops and No Audio Connection message appears in the audio display. NOTE: This is not related to MOST ring break conditions.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2021 RDXs with a client complaint of a rattle noise coming from the Head-Up Display (HUD).
11 more on this problem
On February 18, 2021, American Honda announced a warranty extension for certain 2019-2020 RDX vehicles. This warranty extension covers communication issues in the MOST bus network where the vehicle may experience popping or crackling from the speakers, a ...
Owner Notification Letter - On some 2019 RDX models, a loose connection in the MOST bus network may cause the following: - A popping or crackling from the speakers, a blank display, or no sound from the audio system - Network Loss and/or Drive Mode Not ...
A loose connection in the MOST bus network is causing a popping or crackling from the speakers, a blank display, or no sound from the audio system.
There is a popping or crackling from the speakers, a blank display, or no sound from the audio system. You may also see a Network Loss message, the center display staying on after turning the vehicle to the OFF mode with the door open, display switches ...
Today, February 18, 2021, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for certain 2019-20 RDX vehicles. This warranty extension covers communication issues in the MOST bus network where the vehicle may experience popping or crackling from the speakers, a blank ...
There is a popping or crackling from the speakers, a blank display, or no sound from the audio system. You may also see a Network Loss message.
The Service Bulletin 20-031 Popping/Crackling from the Speakers; Display Blank for 19-20 RDX is now available on the iN Service Information site.
Video Message - It concerns the MOST Bus Network Failure Log covered in service bulletin 19-062. The log helps troubleshoot intermittent MOST bus network failures.
Tech Line Summary Article - Are your client's complaining that their stored navigation favorites have been lost and they can't add them again after the recent OTA update? This issue can be easily fixed with a factory data reset of the infotainment unit.
ServiceNews Article - Some clients have decided to follow procedures found on the Internet to hack the audio/infotainment unit and download applications that we don't approve or support.
Plus 1 older ones not listed here.
Suspension noise, struts or alignment 5 bulletins · 6 complaints
Customers are experiencing a squeaking or creaking from the front suspension area when going over bumps or rough roads due to rubber in the right or left lower control arm bushing contacting the front subframe.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 RDXs with a client complaint of a noise coming from the front dampers while driving.
3 more on this problem
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 AWD RDXs with a client complaint of a noise coming from the front dampers while driving.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2019-2020 AWD RDXs with a client complaint of a noise coming from the front dampers while driving.
There is a squeaking or creaking from the front suspension area when going over bumps or rough roads.
Battery dies or the car will not start 1 bulletin · 5 complaints
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2020-2022 MDXs & RDXs with a client complaint of the Check Engine Light (CEL) on & the DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low [Loss of Fuel Pressure]) stored.
Complaints filed by year
82 complaints came in 2024, 2.5 times the year before. Owners file in waves when a problem gets press or an investigation, so a spike measures attention as much as failures.
Recalls that include the 2020 Acura RDX
Whether your car is included depends on its VIN. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2020 CR-V, 2018-2019 Accord and Accord Hybrid, 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019 Insight, and 2019-2020 Acura RDX vehicles. A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9. TDF, FDG, ODH, YDI, ZDE.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
All 5 recalls on the 2020 Acura RDX, with the owner complaints on each recalled system
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Questions
What is the most common problem on the 2020 Acura RDX?
Rear window shattering, with 145 of the 345 complaints. Owners who gave a mileage for it put the median at about 55,000 miles.
At what mileage do 2020 Acura RDX problems start?
Of the 89 complaints that give a mileage, a quarter came by about 3,000 miles and half by about 10,000.
Is the 2020 Acura RDX better or worse than the 2019 and 2021?
Counted per year on the road, the 2020 has about as many complaints as the 2019 and more complaints than the 2021: 49 a year against 55 and 19.
How many 2020 Acura RDX complaints involve a crash, fire or injury?
7 of them (2%). The typical vehicle on this site is at 6%.