2014 Acura RDX Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2014 Acura RDX has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 244 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 4 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (163 reports).

3Recalls
244Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2014 Acura RDX recalls

Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving

Recall 23V858Dec 18, 20232,490,460 vehicles affected

The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments

Recall 19V182Mar 6, 20191,101,534 vehicles affected

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

Recall 16V061Feb 3, 20162,232,187 vehicles affected

The driver's frontal airbag in these vehicles can be affected by moisture getting into the inflator over time.

Most common 2014 Acura RDX problems

Problem areas named in the 244 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting163
Air Bags41
Unknown Or Other12
Visibility/Wiper10
Suspension8
Electrical System8
Vehicle Speed Control3
Service Brakes3
Structure3
Power Train2

What owners report

2026-10-10, Fuel/Propulsion System
Extreme long cranking due to lacking fuel pump to build fuel pressure to start vehicle.
2026-09-28, Exterior Lighting
The contact owns a 2014 Acura RDX. The contact stated that the headlights were extremely dim at night. The passenger inquired to the contact if the headlights were turned on. The contact used the high beam headlights while driving at night. The manufacturer was contacted through the customer complaint line. An independent mechanic confirmed that the low beam headlights were extremely dim. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
2026-09-01, Exterior Lighting
Head lights are so dim that I had to pull off side of road to see if they were even on. They were on, but absolutely úseles on dark road way because they are so dim thus making driving at night very dangerous. . Problem started about 85,000 miles. I cannot safely drive at night in this vehicle.
2026-08-17, Fuel System, Gasoline
The contact owns a 2014 Acura RDX. The contact stated that, while attempting to start the vehicle using the Push-To-Start feature, the vehicle hesitated before starting. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with an inoperable fuel pump. The contact was informed that the fuel pump assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon further investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.
2026-08-04, Exterior Lighting
The contact owns a 2014 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver’s and passenger’s side headlights were very dim. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the headlight bulbs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 118,000.

2014 Acura RDX questions

Does the 2014 Acura RDX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2014 Acura RDX: Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving; 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 2014 Acura RDX?

Based on 244 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (163), Air Bags (41), Unknown Or Other (12).

How do I check if a recall on my 2014 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.

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