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2022 Acura RDXRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 31 owner complaints for the 2022 Acura RDX. Most complaints involve visibility/wiper (9) and service brakes (3). The EPA rates it 23–24 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
23–24mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest May 2026
Owner complaints
31
Top: visibility/wiper
Fuel cost / yr
$3,200est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Air bags: front passenger

Free remedy

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.

Air bagsReported May 22, 2026NHTSA 26V332000

Air bags: front passenger

Free remedy

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.

Air bagsReported Feb 1, 2024NHTSA 24V064000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

31 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jan 2022 – Jul 2026
  1. Visibility/wiper9
  2. Service brakes3
  3. Visibility3
  4. Steering2
  5. Forward collision avoidance2
  6. Lane departure2
  7. Air bags2
  8. Electrical system1
  9. Wheels1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each RDX model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
200753
200833
200915
201022
201116
201215
2013162
2014244
2015415
201641
201780
201878
2019439
2020349
2021117
202231
202324
202412
202530
20261
Crashes reported
4
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Visibility/wiper

9 reports
“while on vacation, upon entering the parked vehicle, the rear hatch window spontaneously shattered. No local place was open (Sunday) and the wait for a new window was days out so I had to drive two hours home with a makeshift windshield made from a tarp and duct tape. This is an obvious hazard as I could not see out the back window. Replacement window to be installed in the coming days. No warnings indicated.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 30, 2026Visibility/wiperODI 11728077

Service brakes

3 reports1 crash
“Automatic braking system came on when the vehicle sensed another vehicle. As the breaking system turned on, the steering wheel locked and did not allow for the driver to steer in order to not avoid a collision. This happened in the streets. It is currently under investigation with insurance. The vehicle had applied the emergency breaks system a few days before, in the highway, while the driver already had the foot on the break and the steering wheel had locked, preventing the driver to change lanes. No collision on this day.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 31, 2025Steering, Service brakes, Forward collision avoidanceCrash reportedODI 11684165

Visibility

3 reports
“The contact owns a 2022 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off, the rear liftgate window shattered. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 8,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 29, 2023VisibilityODI 11562523
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

4 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (S10)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
RDX FWD
Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
222824$3,200370
RDX FWD A-SPEC
Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
222724$3,200375
RDX AWD
Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
212723$3,350385
RDX AWD A-SPEC
Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
212623$3,350388
  • RDX FWD
    Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    22 city · 28 hwy · $3,200/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
  • RDX FWD A-SPEC
    Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    22 city · 27 hwy · $3,200/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
  • RDX AWD
    Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    21 city · 27 hwy · $3,350/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • RDX AWD A-SPEC
    Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    21 city · 26 hwy · $3,350/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Acura RDX SUV AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
15.0%
Overall
5 / 5
Acura RDX SUV FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
16.5%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 16838Vehicle 16837
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2022 RDX questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Acura RDX have?

2 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2022 Acura RDX problems?

Owners filed 31 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are visibility/wiper (9), service brakes (3), visibility (3). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2022 Acura RDX get?

The EPA rates the 2022 Acura RDX at 23–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).

How safe is the 2022 Acura RDX?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2022 Acura RDX 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026