I am reporting recurring water intrusion into my 2020 Acura RDX following significant rainfall. The first water intrusion resulted from heavy rainfall in April 2026. I did not discover the water inside the vehicle until May 1, 2026, when I found water accumulated on the driver-side floor. I filed an insurance claim after discovering the damage. Following the May 1 discovery, Gunn Acura, where I purchased the vehicle, inspected it. The dealership found the panoramic sunroof drainage system had a kinked/clogged drain line that was not properly allowing water to drain. The dealership also identified corrosion affecting wiring harness components and recommended repairs including replacement of the moonroof drain tube, carpet removal/cleaning, and replacement of affected wiring harnesses. Following another heavy rainfall on June 15, 2026, water again entered the vehicle. The water intrusion has resulted in electrical concerns, including warning messages and electrical abnormalities. Water entering the cabin can reach wiring, electrical connectors, control modules and other critical electrical components, creating a potential safety risk. The vehicle and affected components are available for inspection upon request. I have dealership documentation of the kinked/clogged drain and recommended repairs, as well as insurance documentation related to the water intrusion. I am reporting this because a failure of the panoramic sunroof drainage system has resulted in repeated cabin water intrusion and potential damage to critical electrical components. I believe this may represent a recurring safety-related defect rather than ordinary water leakage.
2020 Acura RDX body problems
26 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 26
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Body26
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Acura RDX body problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2020 Acura RDX body
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2020 Acura RDX owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I am reporting recurring water intrusion into the driver-side passenger compartment of my 2020 Acura RDX following significant rainfall. This has occurred multiple times. The most recent incident occurred on August 28, 2026, following heavy rainfall. Water entered the vehicle and accumulated on the driver-side floor, leaving the interior floor in a puddle. I documented the water intrusion with photographs and video and submitted that documentation to my automobile insurance company as part of a claim. The vehicle was not being driven through standing water; the intrusion occurred after rainfall while the vehicle was parked. The vehicle has previously been inspected by North Park Lincoln of Dominion, where I purchased the vehicle. Despite the prior inspection, the vehicle has continued to experience water intrusion into the driver-side cabin following significant rainfall. The recurring water intrusion raises concern that the panoramic sunroof drainage system may not be adequately draining or preventing water from entering the passenger compartment. Water entering the cabin can reach wiring, electrical connectors, control modules, and other electrical components located within the vehicle and could potentially cause electrical malfunction or other unsafe conditions. The most recent water intrusion is documented, and the vehicle and affected components are available for inspection upon request. Photographs and video documenting the August 28, 2026 incident were provided to my automobile insurance company. I am reporting this because the water intrusion has occurred repeatedly and I am concerned that this may represent a recurring safety-related defect with the 2020 Acura RDX panoramic sunroof drainage/water management system rather than an isolated incident. There were no warning lamps or messages specifically preceding the August 28, 2026 water intrusion. The primary symptom was substantial water accumulation on the driver-side floor following rainfall.
My rear glass mirror shattered. This occurred after I closed the door.
The rear hatch glass exploded when the driver door was shut. Was parked outside out house in our driveway. Not driven all day.
Back window shattered randomly.
The vehicle was parked overnight safely as always outside of my home. The rear tailgate windshield shattered without warning, incident or contact. The vehicle was inspected and the windshield was replaced by an automobile window company in Maryland.
This is the second time my rear windshield spontaneously blew out in cold weather after using the rear deicer. This is a known problem pursuant to Acura Service Bulletin 22-014. Instead of replacing the windshield with the. OEM, the component should be redesigned. and recalled.
The rear windshield spontaneously smashed while my vehicle was parked in my driveway.
The rear window shattered on its own!!!. I had it replaced but not all the glass debris could be removed and it is trapped inside the trunk door (lift gate), unreachable, because the way the door was manufactured. The body shop says the entire lift gate needs to be replaced. How is it possible that the customers have the pay for the repairs of this manufacturing defect! Every time I open the lift gate I can hear a lot of glass moving inside. I will never be able to resale this car if this is not fixed. As it stands, many Acura RDX owner have this huge issue!!!!
Spontaneous rear window shattering twice. Danger to the driver and passengers.
Questions about the 2020 Acura RDX body
Does the 2020 Acura RDX have body problems?
Owners have filed 26 complaints about the body of the 2020 Acura RDX, 7% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2020 Acura RDX body problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Acura RDX body?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Acura RDX have the most body problems?
The Acura RDX model years with the most body complaints are 2020 (26 complaints), 2019 (23 complaints) and 2015 (11 complaints).
Other 2020 Acura RDX problems
Visibility 102Engine 57Fuel system 37Electrical 27Brakes 23Transmission 22Acceleration 19Driver assistance 7Airbags 6Suspension 6Steering 3Lights 2Seat belts 1Seats 1
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used 2020 Acura RDX?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history