2020 Acura RDX fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

37 owners have reported fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems with the 2020 Acura RDX, 11% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 6,000 mi.

Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion complaints
37
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Related recalls
2
Median mileage
6,000 mi

Specific components reported

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

ComponentComplaints
Fuel/propulsion system21
Fuel system, gasoline16

Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion complaints across Acura RDX years

120145201522016220173220184020193720205202112023
Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion complaints by model year. The 2020 is highlighted.

Mileage when the problem appeared

6Under 10k310k–30k230k–60k60k–100k100k–150k150k+
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.

  • Recall 21V215000Mar 25, 2021624,552 vehicles
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure 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: 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.

What owners say

  1. Filed May 12, 2026VIFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    My 2020 Acura RDX is currently non-operational due to a failure of the fuel pump, which is the subject of NHTSA Recall 23V-858. The vehicle suffered a complete loss of power and will not start, posing a significant safety risk should this have occurred while in motion. Despite contacting Acura Client Relations over 30 days ago, no remedy has been provided. My Case Manager states they are unable to offer a solution other than waiting for a "Territory Manager" to make…
    NHTSA complaint #11737372 · source
  2. Filed Sep 9, 202553,000 miILFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the fuel pump had fractured and failed to function as intended. The contact was advised to contact the local dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was confirmed that the fuel pump had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the…
    NHTSA complaint #11686024 · source
  3. Filed Mar 17, 2025NYFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2020 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 had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
    NHTSA complaint #11648792 · source
  4. Filed Feb 3, 2025MDFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2020 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 #11640369 · source
  5. Filed Jan 6, 2025OHFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated 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 made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
    NHTSA complaint #11634436 · source
  6. Filed Dec 30, 2024AZFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    I received a notice from Acura that the defective fuel pump replacement parts are now available and I should schedule the free repair with my dealership. When I called my Acura dealer (Chapman Acura) in Tucson, AZ I was told they did not have any parts. When I asked if they could let me know when they would be available, I was informed they did not know when any replacement parts would be available and that I should call back in a few weeks. Chapman Acura is the only Acura…
    NHTSA complaint #11633194 · source
  7. Filed Dec 26, 2024NJFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer 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 #11632448 · source
  8. Filed Dec 3, 2024AZFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle the vehicle failed to start as intended. The vehicle returned to normal functionality but the failure reoccurred. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); the VIN…
    NHTSA complaint #11628556 · source
  9. Filed Dec 2, 2024CAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2020 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 several dealers were contacted, and the contact was informed that parts were no longer available. 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…
    NHTSA complaint #11628354 · source
  10. Filed Dec 2, 2024NYFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2020 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 #11628271 · source
  11. Filed Sep 19, 202420,000 miTXFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2020 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 occasionally the vehicle was difficult to start. There was no warning light illuminated. 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…
    NHTSA complaint #11615357 · source
  12. Filed Sep 12, 202458,000 miNYFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle rolled to the side of the roadway. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. 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…
    NHTSA complaint #11614142 · source

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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