Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 87/100 (EXCELLENT)

2026 Acura RDX Reliability Report

The 2026 Acura RDX has an excellent reliability standing and no complaints or recalls yet, but it is new and has little track record.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

0per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

$497

Annual Fuel Cost

$3,000

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity70/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs90/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity100/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Buy

Newest year, with no complaints or recalls on file yet, though that clean record mostly reflects how little time it has been on the road.

Should You Buy the 2026 Acura RDX?

Reliability looks excellent, and it sits well above average among 2026 SUVs. Of the eight RDX years scored, this one comes out on top, but that lead needs context. It is the newest year, and no owners have filed complaints yet. A clean record this early mostly reflects time on the road, not proof that nothing will go wrong. The 2025 model is also rated excellent, though it rates worse.

There are no problems on file to describe. No owner complaints and no federal recalls exist for this year, so there are no symptoms or mileage patterns to report. The 2025 model has collected 27 complaints and one recall, which shows how a record grows with age. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly repair costs at $497 for the model, against $859 for its class. It also earns 5 of 5 federal crash-test stars.

Because the record is still young, check the VIN against federal recall records before you buy. If you are weighing a 2025, ask for paperwork showing its recall repair was done.

See also the 2025 Acura RDX for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Strong reliability score
+$362 cheaper to maintain than avg luxury compact SUVs
+Low major repair risk (6%)
+No recalls issued
+Below-average complaint rate for SUV

Cons

No recurring complaint themes yet.

Compare 2026 Acura RDX With

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC

Reliability: 77/100

Good

2026 Volvo XC60

Reliability: 74/100

Good

2026 BMW X1

Reliability: 74/100

Good

2026 Audi Q3

Reliability: 82/100

Excellent

2026 Lexus NX

Reliability: 88/100

Excellent

Recall Overview

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2026 Acura RDX — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 4.6

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2026 Acura RDX? Check its history first

Every 2026 Acura RDX has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2026 Acura RDX NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 4/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 16.5%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (TBT)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (Info Not Available)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Driver Monitoring System (No)Automatic High Beams (Standard)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Acura RDXRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

4.5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$497

vs $859 avg for luxury compact SUVs

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.4

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

RDX

$497

Category Avg

$859

All Vehicles

$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Acura RDX Resale Value

The Acura RDX is estimated to retain about 53.8% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.

This benchmark covers the Acura RDX model overall and is not specific to the 2026 model year.

Value Retained: 53.8%
Depreciation: 46.2%
Listings Analyzed: 119

Listings observed in May 2021. This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.

Explore Acura RDX depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

23 MPG

Running cost: $3,500/yr

Fuel + repair

21 city / 26–27 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2026 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
RDX AWD 2.0L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	21	27	23	$3,000
RDX AWD A-SPEC 2.0L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	21	26	23	$3,000

Best & Worst Acura RDX Years

Best Acura RDX Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Excellent

Acura RDX Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Acura RDX reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	79/100	Good
2019	66/100	Good
2020	67/100	Good
2021	77/100	Good
2023	82/100	Excellent
2024	82/100	Excellent
2025	81/100	Excellent
2026	87/100	Excellent

Acura RDX Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026(selected)	87/100	+6	Excellent	0	0
2025	81/100	-1	Excellent	1	27
2024	82/100	0	Excellent	1	10
2023	82/100	+5	Excellent	1	16
2021	77/100	+10	Good	2	99
2020	67/100	+1	Good	4	327
2019	66/100	-13	Good	4	417
2018	79/100	—	Good	1	71

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 Acura RDX reliable?

Yes, its reliability standing is excellent and well above average for 2026 SUVs. It also ranks first among the eight RDX years scored. It is the newest year, though, so the lack of complaints partly reflects how little time it has had to collect them.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Acura RDX?

None are on record yet. No owner complaints have been filed for this year, so there is no common symptom to point to. Complaints build up as cars add miles, so a short record should not be read as a guarantee.

Does the 2026 Acura RDX have any recalls?

No. Federal recall records list zero recalls for this model year. Recalls tend to appear as a year stays on the road longer, so check the VIN with federal recall records before buying, even on a nearly new car.

How much does the 2026 Acura RDX cost to repair?

Independent repair-cost data estimates $497 a year for the RDX model-wide. That is well under the $859 estimated for its class. The figure covers every year of the model, not this one alone, so treat it as a guide rather than a promise.

Is the 2026 Acura RDX more reliable than the 2025?

It rates better, but the gap is partly about age. Both years are rated excellent. The 2025 has 27 owner complaints and one recall, while the 2026 has none yet. The 2026 has simply had less time to collect them.

Don’t buy a 2026 Acura RDX without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2026 Acura RDX

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2026 Acura RDX does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on complaint severity (70/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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