Acura RDX Complaints (2013)

162 consumer complaints on file.

#11563964January 6, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Headlights are dimming
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11561892December 26, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The headlights are dim. I believe the projector has been burned by the halogen bulb. It is a common issue with the halogen-equipped RDX. It is a safety issue at night. Replacing the bulb does not fix the issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11555054November 14, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
At approximately 76k I started noticing that my low beam headlights were very dim at night and was having a hard time seeing the street/lines and signs while driving. The distance I should have been able to see was declining. It continued to decline over time, and now at 80k literally the only light my vehicle is projecting at night is the front running lights, so I cannot see barely more that 5 feet in front of me while driving. I have changed bulbs 3 times, each time to progressively brighter bulbs, most recently to LED, and it has not improved. I've researched this issue, and apparently I am not the only one who has this issue, and it appears the projector housing coating has burned out. This was an issue on the MDX as well, and they had a recall. Why has this not been addressed for the RDX?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11554972November 13, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The HID headlights on this car degrade and fail to produce sufficient light. The reflectors lose their coating. This is a widely known issue [XXX] I have discussed this with my mechanic. The headlights are so dim as to be unsafe. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11550036October 15, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The headlights begin to dim in December 2020. I finally had to replace headlamp unit: replace both leadlight assemblies on 12 March 2021 due to reflective chrome paint has worn/burnt away. Repairs costed $3,546.20. It is 15 October 2023 and the headlights are beginning to dim-out again. The Acura Dealership inspected my vehicle on 14 October 2023 and indicated that the headlamp unit need replacing, again.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11546625September 26, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
HEADLIGHTS ARE VERY DIM. At night, it is very hard to see the road unless I put the high beamers on. I've inquired about this with the dealership and shared my concerned on how this is a safety issue and front lights arent bright enough. the response "we are aware, it is common in that year and model but nothing we can do." then proceeded to state it would cost $2k to replace. This clearly is a manufacturing issue with Acura and should have been addressed during quality control or something. At this point, I dont feel comfortable driving my car in the evening and it is unfair. It is a risk and safety concern for me, as the driver, and others on the road. If Acura is aware, why arent they fixing the issue? Definitely not a consumer problem.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11546298September 25, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The low beam headlights degraded very quickly and doesn't throw much light. The problem seems to be with the projector headlight housing
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11545835September 21, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The headlights are soo dim that you cannot see anything at all at nighttime unless you drive with the brights on. The headlight bulbs blow out super fast, within a few months, and need to constantly be replaced over and over again. Even brand new headlights you cannot see at night.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11535966August 2, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
I, along with many others according to the internet, am experiencing very low, unsafe visibility at night due to poor low beam performance. New bulbs make no difference and most of the time the vehicle must be operated using the high beams, which is a safety issue for other drivers.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11517444April 17, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
My exterior headlights have dimmed over time and are now DANGEROUSLY low. This is a known issue with 2013 Acura RDXs that cannot be fixed without completely replacing the lights for about $2,000. This is a safety issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11516492April 11, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
I, along with many others according to the internet, am experiencing very low, unsafe visibility at night due to poor low beam performance. New bulbs make no difference and most of the time the vehicle must be operated using the high beams, which is a safety issue for other drivers.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11515826April 6, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Hello, The projectors on the inside of the headlights on my 2013 Acura RDX have failed, creating a VERY dangerous condition in which the low beam headlights are extremely dim. It is to the point in which driving at night is dangerous, and no longer emits enough light to be considered legal by state and federal guidelines. This is occurring on both the driver side and passenger side headlights. The exterior lens on the headlights is completely clear. It would appear that I'm not alone, as a Google search reveals SEVERAL other drivers with 2013/14/15 RDX's that have extremely dim headlights as a result of projector failure. In addition, Honda recalled approximately 14,000 model year 2013 and 2014 Acura ILX's for this exact same issue. Source: https://hondanews.com/en-US/releases/statement-by-acura-regarding-headlight-recall-2013-2014-acura-ilx This vehicle is available for inspection upon request.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11515153April 3, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Low beam headlights are so dim. I cannot drive at night. I’ve had the bulbs replaced twice and within a month they are Still too dim to safely drive at night, particularly in the rain. I live in the PNW and that means half the year I can’t safely drive at night. It’s very dangerous and other drivers tell me they can’t see me. I’m over 55 and very concerned, and the cost to replace the headlight assemblies is nearly $2000 which is almost 3x the value of the car! Acura recalled 2013 ILX for same issue why not RDX?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11514430March 29, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The low beam lamps have become very dim. I replaced with new lamps, but no improvement. After having the bulbs replaced and outside lamp assembly polished I discovered the projector lens itself that the lamps are inserted into have become clouded, similar to having cataracts. On social media I have learned this is a problem shared by many owners. One night after returning home from work I was stopped by a deputy sheriff because he noticed I had my bright lights on too long and that my low beams were too dim. I explained the issue to him and what I was in the process of doing so he let me go. So next day I contacted the dealership and Acura too about this issue. Being denied any satisfaction to remedy the issue I found it necessary to search for and then purchase out of pocket new after market headlight assemblies. The dealership quoted me well over $1,400 to purchase and install. I went to a local auto/body shop and got it done for just under $600.00. I also purchased fog light assemblies to be added to the vehicle while the headlight assemblies were being installed. Total out of pocket was just over $900.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11510490March 6, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Headlights are very dim. Because of dimness of my headlights, others car were not able to see me and came in front of me, the lights are so dim that I can’t see at night, rain, snow and just simply can’t see the line. I’m going to take my car into to dealership to formally get diagnosed but apparently his is ongoing problem on this models
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11509727March 1, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
The contact owns a 2013 Acura RDX. The contact stated while driving at night at an undisclosed speed, the headlight bulbs illumination was extremely dim. The contact stated that the brightness of the headlight bulbs was not adequate for driving. The contact stated that after the second replacement of the headlight bulbs, the front passenger’s side headlight was dimmer than the driver’s side headlight. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed, and the mechanic determined that the daytime running light on the front passenger’s side of the vehicle needed to be replaced. The contact stated the headlights had been replaced twice. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that she was responsible for replacing the headlamps out of pocket. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11509483February 28, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Headlight housing has failed to where lights are so dim, the vehicle has become too unsafe to drive at night unless using high beams. This problem for my vehicle is known by Acura, with their only solution being to replace the entire headlight housing. Replacing the bulbs is not the issued. There is a manufacturing defect on the reflective coating for the light housing which deteriorates over time causing extremely dim headlights. Problem was first observed 2-3 years ago but dimming of lights have been happening over time.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11509491February 28, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Got a problem with dim headlights in my Acura RDX change the bulb and still not working properly. I can’t see at night. Dim headlights present a significant safety issue for drivers and pedestrians,
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11509499February 28, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The OEM headlights assembly dims and overheat over prolonged use. The metal liner inside the headlights melts using a halogen bulb and overtime the liners reflective function goes away and produces a dim light beam. The light is no longer bright enough to drive in dark conditions. And it is hard for oncoming traffic to notice the lights.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11509521February 28, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The headlights are dangerously dim and getting worse. Replacing bulbs does not improve the situation. I've had two close calls where I didn't see pedestrians due to the poor light output.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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