CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Acura RDX has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (10 reports).
2009 Acura RDX recalls
Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture during deployment because of a manufacturing error.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture in a Crash
The driver's frontal airbag in these vehicles can be affected by moisture getting into the inflator over time.
Most common 2009 Acura RDX problems
Problem areas named in the 15 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
What owners report
I was involved in an accident and upon impact the airbags didnât deploy although there was a chemical smell that occurred and the check airbag light comes on intermittently. Also driver seatbelt locked up and does not retract out.
AN ERROR MESSAGE ALWAYS COMES ON FOR "THE BRAKE SYSTEM" & "TIRE PRESSURE SENSORS". THEY BECOME PROBLEMATIC WHEN THE TEMP OUTSIDE DROPS TO 20 AND BELOW. LIVING IN CONNECTICUT DURING THE WINTER TIME A LOT OF OUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY MEMBERS RECOGNIZED THIS ISSUE WITH THEIR ACURA RDX'S AND MDX'S. AS SOON AS YOU TURN THE VEHICLE ON THE ERROR MESSAGES ENGAGE AND THE BRAKE PEDAL FEELS DIFFERENT FROM THE NORMAL. AS SOON AS THE CAR WARMS UP OR THE OUTSIDE TEMP GOES UP HIGHER THAN 30 DEGREES IT GOES AWAY. AND WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE TOOK LONGER TO STOP AND I HAD TO STOMP ON THE BRAKE PEDAL HARD (GOING 20MPH)
TAKATA RECALL
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 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.
"TAKATA RECALL" NOTHING HAS HAPPENED AND THAT IS THE PROBLEM. I GOT THE RECALL NOTICE IN FEBRUARY 2016 AND I JUST CHECKED AND THE FIX IS STILL NOT AVAILABLE. I AM PATIENT BUT 9 MONTHS SEEMS LIKE TOO LONG TO HAVE TO WAIT TO HAVE A DANGEROUS AIRBAG CORRECTED.
2009 Acura RDX questions
Does the 2009 Acura RDX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2009 Acura RDX: Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Acura RDX?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (10), Vehicle Speed Control (1), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Acura RDX has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.