2018 Acura RDX

2018 Acura RDX

The 2018 Acura RDX is a compact luxury SUV that offers a comfortable ride, a premium interior, and a powerful engine. It comes standard with a 272-horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 engine and a six-speed automatic transmission. For those who want more power, the RDX also comes with a 3.7-liter V6 engine that produces 355 horsepower and is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Engine

• 3.5-liter V6
  • Intake Manifold Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, loss of power, decrease in fuel economy
    • Solution: Replace intake manifold
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1000 - $1500+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 3.7-liter V6
  • Timing Chain Tensioner Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine rattling noise, loss of power, check engine light
    • Solution: Replace timing chain tensioner
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1200+
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• Six-Speed Automatic (All Engines)
  • Transmission Slipping
    • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, loss of power, check engine light
    • Solution: Repair or replace transmission
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2000 - $4000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• No Issues Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery goes dead after sitting for a period of time
  • Solution: Replace battery or repair electrical drain
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $600+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Infotainment System Freezing
  • Description/Symptoms: Infotainment system becomes unresponsive or freezes
  • Solution: Software update or replacement of infotainment system
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1000
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Windshield Washer Pump Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Windshield washer fluid not spraying
  • Solution: Replace windshield washer pump
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Climate Control Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Air conditioning or heating not working
  • Solution: Repair or replace climate control system
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Rear Seat Adjuster Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Rear seat cannot be adjusted
  • Solution: Replace rear seat adjuster
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 2018 Acura RDX is a reliable vehicle with few major issues. The most common problems are with the timing chain tensioner and the intake manifold, which can be expensive to repair. The electrical system and interior also have some minor issues, but these are less severe and costly.