repaired · 2020 Q3
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other…
2010 Acura RDXProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 22 owner complaints about the 2010 Acura RDX, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-182 the manufacturer reports only 49% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 28, 2019. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2010 Acura RDX has problems
22 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
13Air bags
2Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Engine1 crash/fire/injury
2Fuel system, gasoline1 crash/fire/injury
2Power train
2Seat belts1 crash/fire/injury
1Wheels
1Engine and engine cooling
1Seats
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 13 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 2 | 1 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 1 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2010 Acura RDX recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Acura.
Best & worst years
2010 vs. every other RDX year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the RDX median. How we score
'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2010 Acura RDX safety ratings
2010 Acura RDX 4-DR. w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crashNot rated
Side barrierNot rated
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What RDX owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I PURCHASED A 2010 ACURA RDX FROM CAR ZONE, LOCATED AT 18690 VAN BUREN BLVD I RIVERSIDE, CA. BEFORE THE PURCHASE, I ADDRESSED THE TIRE PRESSURE AIR LIGHT AND THE UNSTEADINESS OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS ALSO A RECALL ON THE VEHICLE IN WHICH THE DEALER DID NOT FIX. I TOOK THE CAR TO METRO ACURA IN…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, 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…
2010 ACURA RDX. CONSUMER WRITES REQUESTING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON SAFETY RECALL REGARDING AIRBAG INFLATOR REPLACEMENT. *LD UPDATED 04/21/2017*JS
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