CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Acura RDX has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 162 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 2 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (89 reports).
2013 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 2013 Acura RDX problems
Problem areas named in the 162 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 89 |
| Air Bags | 36 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 8 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Suspension | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Seats | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
What owners report
NHTSA Safety Complaint â Acura RDX Driver-Side Airbag Module Availability Vehicle: 2013 Acura RDX VIN: [XXX] Component: Driver-Side Airbag Module Part Number: 77810-TX4-A40ZA-MOD My 2013 Acura RDX was vandalized in January 2026, and the driver-side airbag module was stolen. My mechanic contacted Rallye Acura to obtain the required replacement OEM part. The required component is the Driver Side Air Bag Module, Part No. 77810-TX4-A40ZA-MOD. The replacement part was ordered, but it has remained on critical back order for more than six months. Acura opened Case No. XXX; however, despite repeated communications, Acura has been unable to provide any estimated availability date or a timeline f
The headlight housings on this generation of 2013 Acura MDXs completely fail due to a design flaw that causes the housing to overheat and dim the lights to a dangerous level. At night, you would be safer if you were driving with flashlights taped to the hood of the vehicle. Iâm sure this has caused numerous wrecks for 2013-2015 MDX owners as it is a widely reported issue that needs to be fixed asap before more people perish. Please do something about this as it is not just a select few lemons but it is nearly every 2013 Acura MDX out there with the same OEM housings. Lives could depend on fixing this issue. Please hear this out.
I have a code on my Acura regarding the driver side airbag. The code is 11-10, covered under service bulletin: 18-020, noting defects in the driver side air bag module. I brought my vehicle in to Hall Acura in November 2025 where this was officially diagnosed and a order was placed for a part on back order (Part Number: 77810-tx4-a40za). To this date, the part continues to be on "critical back order". I have escalated this to Honda Corporation and opened up a case with their office (Case Number: XXX). I receive weekly emails stating that they are working on this but the part is still on critical back order. I have pushed to escalate this further and they state this is all that can be done.
On 3/26/2026 a symbol of an engine appeared on my dash. Then several minutes later the car began running very rough and numerous warnings signs came on including Check Engine, Check AWD System, Check Power Steering System, Check Uphill Assist system and others. I took the car to my mechanic this morning and after checking various systems he determined the Cylinder Deactivation system was not performing properly. He replaced the spark plug for cylinder 3 and confirmed the ignition coil is functioning properly. He was not able to correct the problem and said I should contact the dealer as he thought Honda had issued an extended recall on the Acura 2013 RDXs because of this problem. He said thi
The headlights do not produce enough light to see the road. Every time the car is driven at night it is extremely dangerous.
2013 Acura RDX questions
Does the 2013 Acura RDX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Acura RDX: Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture in a Crash; Power Train:Automatic Transmission. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Acura RDX?
Based on 162 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (89), Air Bags (36), Visibility/Wiper (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.