2018 Acura RDX fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

32 owners have reported fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems with the 2018 Acura RDX, 50% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 112,500 mi.

Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion complaints
32
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Related recalls
1
Median mileage
112,500 mi

Specific components reported

Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion covers: Fuel system (gas/diesel), fuel pump, hybrid and electric propulsion and battery.

ComponentComplaints
Fuel system, gasoline17
Fuel/propulsion system15

Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion complaints across Acura RDX years

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Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion complaints by model year. The 2018 is highlighted.

Mileage when the problem appeared

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Complaints that list mileage, grouped by odometer reading.

Related recalls

  • Recall 23V858000Dec 18, 20232,490,460 vehicles
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

    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.

What owners say

  1. Filed Aug 18, 2026CADriver Assistance & Safety TechEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The light comes on due to an emission system warning, shaking, and a lack of power; the engine is severely misfiring. This is the second time I have complained about this to the NHTSA
    NHTSA complaint #11757690 · source
  2. Filed Jun 2, 2025PAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2018 Acura RDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
    NHTSA complaint #11664353 · source
  3. Filed May 6, 202585,000 miAZFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2018 Acura RDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle started sputtering and almost stalled. The contact stated that there…
    NHTSA complaint #11659351 · source
  4. Filed Jan 20, 2025VAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    Received a recall notice in December 2023 about the fuel Acura Fuel Pump Motor Recall. Since then I have received several notices from Acura but the parts are not available when I contact the dealership to schedule service. They claim the parts have not been made available to the dealerships. However the OEM part is available for purchase from several parts suppliers. This is not acceptable.
    NHTSA complaint #11637038 · source
  5. Filed Jan 15, 2025FLFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2018 Acura RDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel system, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and reached out to the dealer and was…
    NHTSA complaint #11636053 · source
  6. Filed Jan 9, 2025FLFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    About About a year ago I received notification that The fuel pump impeller was improperly moulded and this could cause the car to shut down. This could cause accidents. Well, I have called Acura and Honda dealerships a multiple times and they give me the run around. Some say wait for mail stating that I should schedule an appointment. I never received such letter. Other dealers didn’t even look up my vin number and said that the one I was giving them was wrong. It is…
    NHTSA complaint #11635004 · source
  7. Filed Dec 17, 2024GAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The car jerks right at 20mph in traffic every time as long as you continue to drive. When you pull over, turn the car off, restart the car the problem stops. I’ve had this problem off and on for the last two years and it’s getting worse.
    NHTSA complaint #11631161 · source
  8. Filed Dec 10, 2024FLFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2018 Acura RDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
    NHTSA complaint #11629847 · source
  9. Filed Dec 9, 2024CAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2018 Acura RDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
    NHTSA complaint #11629688 · source
  10. Filed Dec 9, 2024MDFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2018 Acura RDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to start. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the…
    NHTSA complaint #11629648 · source
  11. Filed Dec 9, 2024CAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    I have received the recall notice from American Honda Motor company regarding the recall number 23V-858 for my Acura RDX 2018 fuel pump recall. My car had symptoms described by the recall: could not start the engine as well as losing drive power. I didn't record the exact days the incident occurred but it was early in 2024. Acura told me the fuel pump replacements were available and sent to their dealers but it was not the case. I have contact local Acura dealers in San…
    NHTSA complaint #11629638 · source
  12. Filed Dec 4, 2024ILFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2018 Acura RDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
    NHTSA complaint #11628759 · source

Other 2018 Acura RDX problem areas

  • Transmission & Drivetrain (9)
  • Engine (9)
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech (7)
  • Electrical System (7)
  • Other / Unknown (5)
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control (4)
  • Lighting (2)
  • Brakes (2)
  • Airbags (2)
  • Seats & Seat Belts (2)
  • Suspension (1)
  • Body & Structure (1)

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology