2010 Acura RDX
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2010 Acura RDX. Newest first.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling specific 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2013-2016 ILX, 2013-2014 ILX Hybrid, 2003-2006 MDX, 2007-2016 RDX, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2004-2006, and 2009-2014 TL, 2010-2013 ZDX and 2001-2007 and 2009 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2007 and 2010-2011 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is O41. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is U40.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 CR-Z, 2010-2014 FCX, and Insight, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013-2014 Fit EV, 2007-2014 Ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ILX, 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2007-2016 RDX, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2013 Acura ZDX vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JY0, JY1, and JY2.
Owner complaints
22 complaints1 involved a crash2 involved a fire1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated while shifting gears. The vehicle also jerked violently without warning and shuddered while driving at low speeds. The vehicle was driven to cam automotive (309 harrisburg ave, lancaster, pa 17603, (717) 435-9799), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.
- Air bags · Seat belts · Wheels
I purchased a 2010 acura RDX from car zone, located at 18690 van buren blvd I riverside, ca. Before the purchase, I addressed the tire pressure air light and the unsteadiness of the vehicle. There was also a recall on the vehicle in which the dealer did not fix. I took the car to metro acura in…
I purchased a 2010 acura RDX from car zone, located at 18690 van buren blvd I riverside, ca. Before the purchase, I addressed the tire pressure air light and the unsteadiness of the vehicle. There was also a recall on the vehicle in which the dealer did not fix. I took the car to metro acura in montclair, ca for the recall on august 5TH. I drove 3 blocks and the air bag safety light came on. I took it back to metro acura on august 9TH and they stated the air bag light had nothing to do with the recall. I filed a case with acura , #09780205 on august 12TH. At this point, no one wants to accept responsibility for the air bag maintenance. This should not become my problem because the air bag recall should've been addressed by the dealer before the purchase. Acura corporate and metro are pointing the finger at each other. This IS a safety issue for anyone whom rides in the passenger front seat. At this point, I just want it fix before it becomes a liability. please advise, who should be responsible for the resolution? thanks
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact stated that the vehicle decelerated without warning. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road. The contact called mcgrath acura of morton grove (9105 waukegan rd, morton grove, il 60053, (847) 470-2300) and the vehicle was diagnosed, but…
TL* the contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact stated that the vehicle decelerated without warning. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road. The contact called mcgrath acura of morton grove (9105 waukegan rd, morton grove, il 60053, (847) 470-2300) and the vehicle was diagnosed, but no failure code was located. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 85,000.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to boardwalk acura (6806 tilton rd, egg harbor township, nj 08234, phone number: (609) 428-4496), but the part was not available for the repair. The manufacturer informed the contact to take the vehicle to a local dealer. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Electrical system · Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. While driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle began to lose power and emitted a loud grinding/humming noise from underneath the passenger side of the hood. The contact pulled the vehicle over and placed the vehicle into park in order to restart the vehicle.…
TL* the contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. While driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle began to lose power and emitted a loud grinding/humming noise from underneath the passenger side of the hood. The contact pulled the vehicle over and placed the vehicle into park in order to restart the vehicle. The contact noticed smoke underneath the hood. The contact exited the vehicle as it caught fire. The fire department was contacted and extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to the tow yard and then towed to the insurance company. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer stated that there was no recall regarding the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000.
- Engine
While driving the engine indicator light came on. I took the car to a reputable garage who informed me that the piece that controls the pressure to the turbo malfunctioned and caused the car to use too much boost. this particular piece could not be replaced and as such, the entire turbo assembly needed replacement. the car only has 80K miles and has been regularly maintained.
- Air bags
2010 acura RDX. Consumer writes requesting additional information on safety recall regarding airbag inflator replacement. *Ld updated 04/21/2017*js
- Air bags
Takata recall hello, now my acura in moscow (russia). How I can to fix this problem. official dealer of honda in moscow has no rights. The mission of akura (acr@ahm.acura.com) IS not responding.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.
- Air bags
Takata recall. my daughter's car IS register in oh ( with her mom) but she spent 4 years at clemson university in south carolina ( hot climate ) and the next 3 at university of virginia in charlottesville va. so ohio IS probably not considered hot and humid, and a lower priority for air bag…
Takata recall. my daughter's car IS register in oh ( with her mom) but she spent 4 years at clemson university in south carolina ( hot climate ) and the next 3 at university of virginia in charlottesville va. so ohio IS probably not considered hot and humid, and a lower priority for air bag parts, but my daughter's car has been in a hot humid southern climate. I guess this IS a. Loophole in the priority selection process. what can I do
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags). The part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. updated 11/08/16*lj updated 11/17/16.*jb
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags). The part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags). The part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. updated 08/02/16*lj
- Air bags
I have received a recall notice in march 2016, the dealer informed me the part will not be available until the end of the summer 2016.
- Electrical system
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 acura RDX. The contact stated that the key to the ignition jammed and was difficult to remove without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
- Seat belts
Was sitting at a top light and car hit me from behind. my seat belt didn't stop me and hit my head and arm on the steering wheel. it did stop the passenger. filed a complaint with acura and they said the seat belt worked as designed. I am 5'10 so I do not sit close to the steering wheel. if the seat belt would have stopped me, I would have not slammed my head on the steering wheel and gotten a head injury. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system · Fuel system, gasoline
2007 acura RDX caught fire under the hood and totally destroyed the vehicle. neither the driver, the fire department or the insurance company was able to identify the cause of the fine. *Tr
- Seats
I just walked away from buying a 2010 or 11 acura RDX, and may do the same w/ other new cars. In this new model, my neck was pushed forward so far, that I got a terrible headache and neck pain w/in a 20 min test of this car. if they are all like this, I'll keep my old car. there really should be adjustments depending on size and height. Too bad, I really like the auto. Some things are just going over the top. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
We purchases a 2010 acura RDX. my wife noted the fuel indicator stated she had 20 miles left before empty. before she could exit for gas (within 5 miles the vehicle ran out of gas). She was on a freeway in a very dangerous area at rush hour. The police brought in back up and set flares, then…
We purchases a 2010 acura RDX. my wife noted the fuel indicator stated she had 20 miles left before empty. before she could exit for gas (within 5 miles the vehicle ran out of gas). She was on a freeway in a very dangerous area at rush hour. The police brought in back up and set flares, then ordered the car to be towed due to the danger to my wife and the officers responding. we alerted our salesman at acura. He stated this was the 4TH complaint he personally received about running out of gas due to a faulty calibration on the fuel indicator. I believe this issue has the potential to result in injuries if not deaths. In my opinion, a warning letter should be issued by acura. *Tr
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10237044Service News - The navigation clock and date are incorrect. This is due to a limited GPS receiver capacity resulting in rollover of internal chip memory. The rollover occurred on January 1, 2022 at 12:00AM local time
- 10213560Dealer message - American Honda is investigating a potential quality concern with RDX Accessory Cross Bar kit. Due to this investigation, American Honda is requesting all dealers to return any uninstalled inventory to American Honda for investigation and validation by the supplier.
- 10211608Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.
- 10211079Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement driver's airbag inflator only.
- 10208848Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement driver's airbag inflator only.
- 10207004ServiceNews Article - The clock shows the incorrect time. This issue is due to a limited GPS receiver capacity resulting in "rollover" of the internal chip memory; the "rollover" will occur on January 1, 2022, at 12:00AM local time. As a result, the navigation date and time will be incorrect.
- 10169499Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement driver's airbag inflator only.
- 10139586Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement driver's airbag inflator only.
- 10139576Dealer message - Today, May 24, 2018, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for 2002-17 Acura vehicles. This warranty extension applies in cases where any of the replacement driver?s and/or front passenger?s airbag inflators have failed internally.
- 10116789Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation of inflators, on November 14th we will begin No VIN ordering on part numbers 04770-SWA-405 (07 to 11 CRV, 11-15 CRZ, 10-14 Insight, 07-12 RDX) and 04770-SJA-405 (05-12 RL) - attachment.
- 10116788Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation of inflators, on November 14th we will begin No VIN ordering on part numbers 04770-SWA-405 (07 to 11 CRV, 11-15 CRZ, 10-14 Insight, 07-12 RDX) and 04770-SJA-405 (05-12 RL).
- 10116782Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation of inflators, on November 14th we will begin No VIN ordering on part numbers 04770-SWA-405 (07 to 11 CRV, 11-15 CRZ, 10-14 Insight, 07-12 RDX) and 04770-SJA-405 (05-12 RL) - attachment.
- 10116768Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation of inflators, on November 14th we will begin No VIN ordering on part numbers 04770-SWA-405 (07 to 11 CRV, 11-15 CRZ, 10-14 Insight, 07-12 RDX) and 04770-SJA-405 (05-12 RL) - attachment.
- 10116767Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation of inflators, on November 14th we will begin No VIN ordering on part numbers 04770-SWA-405 (07 to 11 CRV, 11-15 CRZ, 10-14 Insight, 07-12 RDX) and 04770-SJA-405 (05-12 RL).
- 10116763Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation on inflators, starting November 14th we?ll begin open ordering on certain part numbers
- 10116762Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation on inflators, starting November 14th we?ll begin open ordering on certain part numbers
- 10116761Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation on inflators, starting November 14th we?ll begin open ordering on certain part numbers
- 10115221Service bulletin - For any TPMS-related warranty repairs, all recorded DTCs must now be entered into the warranty claim. Make sure your repair order includes those DTCs.
- 10106701Dealer message - dealer q&a regarding 2005-2016 multi model driver's airbag inflator recall.
- 10106700"Dealer message - on friday, we informed you that acura IS putting in place a number of provisions and programs to support you and our clients affected by the 2005-2016 multi-model drivers airbag inflator stop sale/safety recall announced january 29, 2016 (service bulletin 16-010). Although were still building the systems to administer these programs, we wanted to share with you the program details as soon as they were finalized to put you in a better position to assist clients."
- 10106699"Dealer message - weve been working to address the questions and concerns weve received from the national dealer advisory board and members of advisory committees, as well as from many of you through our field representatives related to the driver airbag inflator stop sale and safety recall we announced this week. Thank you for your feedback; it has helped us better understand what american honda can do to assist you and our customers during this recall."
- 10106698"Dealer message - on friday, january 29TH, american honda no��fied nhtsa of a stop sale and safety recall for approximately 530,000 model year 2005-2016 acura vehicles. This recall IS due to the takata driver's side airbag inflators that may experience over-pressurization resulting in a rupture. At this time, were working to identify the root cause, but we do know that exposure to high temperatures and high humidity IS a contributing factor."
- 10106695Dealer message - on friday, january 29, 2016, acura notified nhtsa of a stop sale and safety recall for approximately 530,000 model year 2005-2016 acura vehicles.
- 10100462Service bulletin - navigation system information.
- 10099510"Stop sale/safety recall: acura 2005-2016 multi-model drivers airbag inflator dealer q&a updated 02.19.16"
- 10099509Dealer message - acura has updated the dealer q&a to provide you with the latest information regarding stop sale/ safety recall: acura 2005-2016 multi-model drivers airbag inflator (service bulletin 16-010).
- 10099508Dealer message - acknowledgement form to sell off-lease vehicle back to the originating lessee.
- 10099507Dealer message - acknowledgement form to sell off-lease vehicle back to the originating lessee.
- 10099472Video - this video from honda senior vice president bruce smith IS in response to a recall expansion that honda announced in january which applies to honda and acura vehicles equipped with certain takata psdi-5 driver front airbag inflators. Please let us know if you would like a copy of the video sent to you on a dvd or thumb drive.
- 10099422Dealer message - this video from honda senior vice president bruce smith IS in response to a recall expansion that honda announced in january which applies to honda and acura vehicles equipped with certain takata psdi-5 driver front airbag inflators.
- 10088462Dealer message - press release IS available for the safety recall affected 2005-2016 acura vehicles.
- 10088461Dealer message - although vehicles affected by the recent airbag safety recall are not clear at this time, potentially affected vins have been loaded into the system for stop sale purposes.
- 10088457Service bulletin - in certain vehicles, the drivers (front) airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. If an affected airbag deploys, the increased internal pressure may cause the inflator casing to rupture. Metal fragments could pass through the airbag cushion material, possibly causing injury or fatality to vehicle occupants.
- 10088369"Dealer message - on friday, january 29, 2016, acura notified nhtsa of a stop sale and safety recall for approximately 530,000 model year 2005-2016 acura vehicles. Due to this, the following models are subject to a recall and stop sale order in all regions of the united states and us territories: 2013-16 acura ILX 2007-16 acura RDX 2005-12 acura RL 2009-14 acura TL 2010-13 acura zdx as of today, february 15, 2016, affected vins have been determined and vehicle eligibility can be confirmed through vin status inquiry."
- 10088365Dealer message - should you receive a request for alternate transportation from a customer affected by the 2005-2016 acura multi-model drivers airbag inflator recall where a campaign part IS not available for the repair, please follow the procedures.
- 10088202"Dealer message - stop sale/safety recall: acura 2005-2016 multi-model drivers airbag inflator dealer q&a updated 03.25.16"
- 10088187"Dealer message - acura has updated the dealer q&a to provide you with the latest information regarding stop sale/ safety recall: acura 2005-2016 multi-model drivers airbag inflator (service bulletin 16-010). All changes/updates from the previous version sent to dealers on march 18, 2016, have been marked in red for easy reference."
- 10088001"Dealer message - stop sale/safety recall: acura 2005-2016 multi-model drivers airbag inflator dealer q&a updated 03.18.16"
- 10087982"Dealer message - acura has updated the dealer q&a to provide you with the latest information regarding stop sale/ safety recall: acura2005-2016 multi-model drivers airbag inflator (service bulletin 16-010)."
- 10087721Updated questions and answers for the acura 2005-2016 multi-model driver's airbag inflator safety recall.
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