The 2016 Acura RDX has 40 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are power train and electrical system. Owners most often flag turbocharger failure, catastrophic turbo failure 100,000-150,000 miles (161,000-241,000 km), symptoms include loss of power, excessive smoke, metal grinding noises, oil leaks, wastegate failures, affects estimated 40-60% of fleet beyond 120,000 miles, replacement cost $2,500-$4,000 including labor, very frequent.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2016 Acura RDX vehicles (US, public record).
Across the 6 RDX model years we track, complaint volume runs from 15 (2009) to 428 (2019). With 40 complaints, the 2016 RDX sits belowthe model's median of 102.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
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Mixed to positive sentiment for first-generation model, regarded as pioneering turbocharged compact luxury SUV offering engaging driving dynamics and strong performance but compromised by turbocharger reliability concerns and aging…
Owner insights cover all generations of the RDX. See the full RDX owner picture and every model year.
Used RDX listings typically run $15,958–$29,339 across 2012 to 2026 model years.
Compare every RDX year side by side to see how 2016 ranks against the rest.