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NHTSA crash test of the 2024 Acura Rdx

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2024 Acura Rdx

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

2Recalls
10Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE ACURA RDX

The Acura RDX is a compact luxury SUV that has served as the entry point into Acura's lineup since its redesign for 2019. Aimed at buyers who want premium refinement, a sporty driving character, and genuine safety credentials without stepping up to a full-size luxury truck, the RDX competes in one of the most fiercely contested segments in the American market.

VERDICT

The 2024 Acura Rdx earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 88 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 2 recalls on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Acura RDX as one of the more driver-focused entries in the compact luxury SUV segment, praising its engaging handling and upscale interior. Most find the technology suite competitive, though some note the infotainment interface has a learning curve. Overall, professional opinion tends to be positive, positioning the RDX as a strong all-around choice in its class.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 15%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19606

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record17/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

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 are expected to be mailed July 6, 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

Reported 2026-05-21

STEERING24V114000

Risk: Corroded and binding steering gears can result in a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are LHU and FHT.

Reported 2024-02-15

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

10 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
1reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsUnknown Or Other 4Visibility/Wiper 2Forward Collision Avoidance 1Electrical System 1Seats 1Service Brakes 1

Other Rdx years

Rivals in SUV (2024)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 19606), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Acura Rdx 2024. Class rank 50 of 144 in SUV 2024. Methodology · Disclosure