NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Acura RDX Safety Ratings
The 2019 Acura RDX scores 83 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 5 recalls, and 427 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
An overall five-star rating from NHTSA anchors the 2019 Acura RDX's safety profile. This strong performance in federal crash testing, combined with standard crash-avoidance technology, contributes to a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, placing the vehicle in the Strong band. However, five active recall campaigns have been issued for this model year. No prior-year Safety Index is available for direct comparison.
The 2019 Acura RDX AWD received an overall 5-star crash-test rating from NHTSA and a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, derived exclusively from NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Acura RDX ranks 64 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 83 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 15% |
| Recalls on file | 5 |
| Owner complaints | 427 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 64 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Acura RDX?
A full third-generation redesign, the 2019 Acura RDX arrives with a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. This score is heavily influenced by a 61 out of 70 in crash protection and a perfect 10 out of 10 for its crash-avoidance technologies, which include standard forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. However, the defect record sub-score, at 12.25 out of 20, presents the primary weakness. This reflects the five recall campaigns issued for this model year. Three of these five recalls address the fuel delivery system, a pattern that suggests a broader supplier issue affecting other Honda and Acura models from this period. Additional recalls for the air bag occupant classification sensor and the seat belt buckle further contribute to the defect record. The 427 unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA also warrant attention, particularly the 96 reports citing issues with visibility and wiper systems, a detail relevant as the vehicle approaches seven years old.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Acura RDX perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Acura RDX AWD achieved NHTSA's top overall score of 5 out of 5 stars, a strong indicator of its protective capabilities. Side-impact performance similarly garnered 5 stars. Frontal crash protection and rollover resistance each rated 4 out of 5 stars; the measured rollover risk was 15 percent, with the vehicle exhibiting no tip in dynamic testing.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13082
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Acura RDX have any recalls?
Five recall campaigns cover the 2019 RDX. Three separate actions target the fuel pump in the gasoline delivery system. One campaign addresses the front-passenger occupant classification sensor in the air bag system. A fifth recall covers the front seat belt buckle assembly. No data in this record designates a park-outside or do-not-drive directive, but owners should verify remedy status by VIN.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER26V332000
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involve
Reported 2026-05-21
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP23V858000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Reported 2023-12-18
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY23V158000
Risk: An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9. TDF, FDG, ODH, YDI, ZDE.
Reported 2023-03-09
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP21V215000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
Reported 2021-03-25
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP20V314000
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Reported 2020-05-28
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Acura RDX?
NHTSA has logged 427 unverified consumer allegations against the 2019 RDX. The most frequently alleged problem areas are an unspecified or other category at 137 reports, followed by visibility and wiper systems at 96 and engine concerns at 86. These are unverified allegations, not confirmed defects.
427 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Acura RDX?
The 2019 RDX's recall record warrants close scrutiny from any prospective owner. Five separate recall campaigns have been issued for the model year, and it is imperative that the remedy for each has been completed on any individual vehicle before purchase.
- Three of the five recall campaigns for the 2019 RDX target the gasoline fuel pump delivery system, reflecting a broad Honda and Acura supplier issue that spans this model year specifically.
- The defect record sub-score of 12.25 out of 20 is the single largest drag on the 83-point Safety Index, making recall remedy verification the most safety-relevant action for this model year.
- NHTSA logged 96 unverified allegations related to visibility and wiper systems on the 2019 RDX, the second-highest complaint category, a pattern tied to the new third-generation body introduced this year.
- The 2019 RDX AWD achieved a perfect 10 out of 10 in the avoidance-technology sub-score because forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control were all standard equipment on this model year.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Acura RDX places
The 2019 Acura RDX qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Acura RDX safety questions
Was the 2019 Acura RDX crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Acura RDX, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Acura RDX crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Acura RDX earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 15%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Acura RDX have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 5 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Acura RDX. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Acura RDX?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 427 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Acura RDX. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other RDX years
Rivals in Sedan (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Acura RLX Sport | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi Rs5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S4 | 98/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 60d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13082), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Acura RDX 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 64 of 119 in the Sedan class for 2019.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.