Acura RDX FWD

20172023 · 7 configurations

Lowest
23
Average
24
Best
24

The Acura RDX FWD has been tested by the EPA across 7 different configurations spanning model years 2017 through 2023. Over this period, the RDX FWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 23 MPG to 24 MPG, with an overall average of 24 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2023
24
2022
24
2021
24
2020
24
2019
24
2018
23
2017
23

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (RDX FWD) has not been independently rated.

However, official crash test data is available for the base model: Acura RDX AWD.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Acura RDX FWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Acura Acura RDX grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
91
Total Deaths
37

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
12.1%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
13.2%
DUI Involved
9.9%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

71%
Front
16%
Side
13%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes29
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2022
Fatal Crashes22
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2021
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.17
2020
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.58
2019
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.29
2018
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2017
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.33

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2023
1
2021
1
2020
1
2019
3
2018
1
2017
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory