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2007 Acura RDX problems

The most common problem on the 2007 Acura RDX is airbags, typically around 117,000 miles. Its complaint count is close to a typical RDX model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
65/100
Owner complaints
53
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
73
Worst area
Airbags
Fuel economy
19mpg

The worst 2007 Acura RDX problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Airbags
    22
  • Acceleration
    7
  • Electrical
    6
  • Brakes
    5
  • Engine
    5

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Airbags
    22
  • Acceleration
    7
  • Electrical
    6
  • Brakes
    5
  • Engine
    5
  • Visibility
    5
  • Body
    2
  • Seat belts
    2
  • Transmission
    2
  • Driver assistance
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Seats
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Suspension
    1
  • Tires
    1

Recalls 2

Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator moduleReported March 6, 2019 · 1,101,534 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement driver air bag inflator as part of a previous Takata inflator recall remedy or a replacement driver air bag module containing the same inflator type as a service part. Due to a manufacturing error, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, these inflators may explode.
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.

Recall number 19V182000 · Recall details

Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator moduleReported February 3, 2016 · 2,232,187 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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 with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
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.

Recall number 16V061000 · Recall details

See all 2 recalls for the 2007 Acura RDX

Technical service bulletins for the 2007 Acura RDX 73

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 73 bulletins for the 2007 Acura RDX

2007 Acura RDX crash test ratings

Government 5-star crash tests. Higher is safer. Each row is a body style and drivetrain that was tested.

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
Acura RDX 4-DR. w/SABPhrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.4

2007 Acura RDX fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.3L 4‑cyl4WD172219

What 2007 Acura RDX owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 4, 2021 · Airbags · 117,000 miles · VI · crash · 1 injury

I saw that there is a recall for my airbags and was wondering what to do next.

Filed Dec 26, 2020 · Airbags · TX

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Filed Sep 23, 2020 · Engine · 147,000 miles · CA

Engine light comes on after long drives and hot weather. After several inspections by my mechanic, I was told I needed a new turbo. I have 147,000 miles on the car. He told me my car would just stop at some point. Is this really the problem? The engine light is scary. It happens while driving on the freeway.

Filed Sep 11, 2020 · Acceleration, Engine · 143,000 miles · NY

I purchased this car from a certified dealer in 2016. Multiple times, the vehicle lost its ability to accelerate and maintains its current speed. As it it became sluggish. Yesterday, on my way home from work, the engine stalled suddenly.

Filed Aug 17, 2020 · Suspension, Transmission · WA

Vehicle that I bought has known issues with missing rear driving differential bolt, this is indeed a safety concern. I have had this vehicle for under a year and since I've had it it's had a rattle that I thought was coming from the muffler added put onto a lyft and to my surprise the rear suspension and differential bolt/machine just so happen to not be there. When driving as car hits small or medium bumps corner only pulls it's also rattles do to this bushing missing.

Filed May 10, 2020 · Transmission · 40,000 miles · NY

Turbo is issuing check engine code p2263.

Filed Jan 23, 2019 · Engine · 150,000 miles · TX

When stopped car accelerates on its own.very scary.this has happen more than once.we put the car in park and shut it off fast.

Filed Dec 13, 2018 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · 140,000 miles · AZ

Vehicle stability assist applies brakes without driver pressing the brakes

Filed Oct 21, 2018 · Airbags · NV

Sold to carmax 4/04/2016 still getting recall notices please remove my name from your list

Filed Sep 26, 2018 · Seats · 167,000 miles · CA · crash · 2 injuries

I owned a 2007 acura rdx. Almost one month ago, on aug 29th, 2018, I was rear-ended on a freeway, while stopped due to traffic. The police report showed the at-fault driver was driving at about 50mph. The impact from this accident broke both the front driver and passenger seatbacks and headrests, where they were almost touching the back seats and we were laying down looking at the roof of the car when the car came to complete stop. I don't think this should have happened and seatbacks should be able to sustained the impact and support our bodies in an accident. The broken seatbacks would have pinned, severely crushed and injured back seats passengers. I'm currently looking for a replacement car, and have a high safety concern on the seats structure with any acura model. I contacted acura to find out that this is not a common issue, however I did not receive any response at all. I don't know what to do at this point.

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Questions about the 2007 Acura RDX

Is the 2007 Acura RDX reliable?

Owners have filed 53 complaints about the 2007 Acura RDX, close to a typical RDX model year.

What is the 2007 Acura RDX year score?

The 2007 Acura RDX scores 65 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Acura RDX: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Acura RDX?

Airbags, with 22 complaints, typically around 117,000 miles. Next is acceleration (7).

How many recalls does the 2007 Acura RDX have?

2 recalls, covering air bags.

Is the 2007 Acura RDX safe in a crash?

The 2007 Acura RDX was crash tested, but no overall score was published. Partial scores: rollover 4 out of 5.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Acura RDX airbags?

Yes, 2 recalls: 19V182000, 16V061000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Acura RDX have bad airbags?

The Acura RDX model years with the most airbags complaints are 2014 (41 complaints), 2013 (36 complaints) and 2015 (33 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2007 Acura RDX get?

Official estimates for the 2007 Acura RDX range from 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.3L 4-cyl, 4WD) gets 17 city and 22 highway.

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