Acura RDX First generation (TB1/2) (2007 - 2009)

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First generation (TB1/2) of Acura RDX has been in production since 2007 by 2009.
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Acura RDX First generation (TB1/2) dimensions and specs
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Body style | Crossover |
Engine options | K23A1, 2.3L I-4, 240 HP, 260 lb/ft |
Length | 180.70 in |
Width | 73.60 in |
Height | 65.20 in |
Wheelbase | 104.30 in |
Curb weight | 3924.00 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 |
Seating capacity | 5 |
Front hip room | 54.40 in |
Rear hip room | 53.00 in |
Front Headroom | 38.70 in |
Rear Headroom | 38.30 in |
Front shoulder room | 58.20 in |
Rear shoulder room | 56.30 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 18.00 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 17 - 19/22 - 23 |
Payload capacity | 870 lb |
Towing capacity | 1500 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 6.50 sec |
¼ mile time | 14.70 sec |
Acura RDX Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Acura RDX First generation (TB1/2) production period from 2007 to 2009 drivers have reported 92 complaints. The most common problems are AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL.
Model Year | Complaints |
2009 RDX |
14
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2008 RDX |
31
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2007 RDX |
47
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
AIR BAGS takata recall called acura national told to call acura dealership. dealership doesn't know when new part will be available and... |
48
~ 23362 miles |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2008 acura rdx turbo. the contact stated that the speedometer and odometer were providing inaccurate... |
9
~ 75611 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 2009 acura rdx has uncontrollable acceleration problem. *nj the consumer stated as he was pulling into a parking space he... |
7
~ 54428 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC excessive wear of rear brake components... |
5
~ 26766 miles |
ENGINE the turbo on my 2008 acura rdx has an obvious manufacturers defect in that the waste gate actuator has a... |
3
~ 76667 miles |
WHEELS an error message always comes on for "the brake system" & "tire pressure sensors". they become problematic when the temp... |
3
~ 43989 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES an error message always comes on for "the brake system" & "tire pressure sensors". they become problematic when the temp... |
3
~ 41000 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE while attempting to park in a parking spot the car experienced sudden acceleration despite application of brakes. the car jumped |
3
~ 43331 miles |
VISIBILITY/WIPER the windshield wipers do not work properly irrespective of your speed or timing selection. this is now constant as they... |
3
~ 48333 miles |
SEAT BELTS tl* the contact owns a 2008 acura rdx. the contact stated that while exiting the vehicle the driver's side seat... |
3
~ 85411 miles |
TIRES yokohama avid trz s316 31631 tires p255/55r-18 97t bsw with 13 000 miles on 2008 acura rdx. tires purchased 10-30-2010... |
3
~ 40989 miles |
STEERING the entire steering rack needed to be replaced due to premature worn seals. this of course is not under warranty |
2
~ 62750 miles |
CHILD SEAT my rear-facing 2.5 year old is able to loosen the tilt-lock mechanism that is supposed to tighten the latch strap... |
2
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EQUIPMENT i have a 2007 acura rdx noticed the recall on lexus/toyota my vehicle has rubber mats over the carpet mats... |
2
~ 43500 miles |
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN vehicle fails to shift and hits rev limiter stoping all forward momentum. merging into traffic this almost caused an accident.... |
2
~ 26 miles |
VISIBILITY tl*the contact owns a 2007 acura rdx. when the climate control system is placed on auto and the weather is... |
2
~ 29504 miles |
SEATS i owned a 2007 acura rdx. almost one month ago on aug 29th 2018 i was rear-ended on a freeway... |
1
~ 167000 miles |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL vehicle stability assist applies brakes without driver pressing the brakes... |
1
~ 140000 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER i purchased the car in april and i never received my registration and plates they had never mentioned to me... |
1
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SUSPENSION while attempting to park in a parking spot the car experienced sudden acceleration despite application of brakes. the car jumped |
1
~ 61000 miles |
STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2008 acura rdx. the contact stated that while exiting the vehicle the driver's side seat... |
1
~ 60000 miles |
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY a driver and one passenger were traveling down an interstate highway at approx. 70 mph. all windows were closed the... |
1
~ 56175 miles |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM after i drove my 2007 up my driveway on a hill parked and got out the car began moving back... |
1
~ 79000 miles |
LATCH STRAP > CHILD SEAT this complaint is a follow-up to my previous complaint odi #10394383 regarding my radian 65sl serial #120900960 03603. despite my... |
1
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SIDEWALL > TIRES yokohama avid trz s316 31631 tires p255/55r-18 97t bsw with 13 000 miles on 2008 acura rdx. tires purchased 10-30-2010... |
1
~ 56000 miles |
LATCH CONNECTOR/CLIP > CHILD SEAT my rear-facing 2.5 year old is able to loosen the tilt-lock mechanism that is supposed to tighten the latch strap... |
1
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COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING a/c condenser on the acura rdx 2008 still under warranty did not work when the weather was warming up. went... |
1
~ 12000 miles |
HEAD RESTRAINT > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS the head restraints on the front seats tilt forward way too much. this causes the people sitting in the front... |
1
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AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT tl*the contact owns a 2007 acura rdx. when the climate control system is placed on auto and the weather is... |
1
~ 7 miles |
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING i purchased the vehicle on 11/23/06 and on 1/27/07 the p1009 check engine emission failure code came up on my... |
1
~ 1200 miles |
LINKAGES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL i purchased the vehicle on 11/23/06 and on 1/27/07 the p1009 check engine emission failure code came up on my... |
1
~ 1200 miles |
How to improve the appearance of your Acura RDX and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Acura RDX to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...
- UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Ch...
- [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
- [Material] -...
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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Mega Racer Universal JDM Racing Style Gl...
- ? UNIVERSAL FIT: Our Hood Scoop Is Ultra Light Weight And Designed To Be A Universal Fit With Every Car With A Flat Hood Type. Upgrade The Look Of Your Vehicle With No Cutting Or...
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yonwait 10 PCS Diffuser Shark Fin Kit Co...
- ✅ Decoration: Fashion style, smooth and shinny surface give your car aggressive look and makes it stand out.
- ✅ Drag Reduction: Reduce air resistance and air noise, improve the stability of the vehicle during fast...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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Car Reindeer Decoration, Reindeer Antler...
- [DURABLE DECORATION FOR CAR] Our reindeer car decoration is made of premium fabric, build-in high-quality PVC clip to ensure stability and durability that can still stay on the car even in a high speed driving....
Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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TOUREN TR60 3260 Wheel 17X7.5 5X100/5X11...
- Touren Employs The Most Advanced Engineering In All Of Our Wheels
- Our Meticulous Standards Deliver The Highest Quality And Performance For Your Vehicle
- Vivid Finishes Create Tasteful Looks With Stylish Appeal; Our Lifetime Warranty Is...
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VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...
- [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
- [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
Coilovers
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iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Fin...
- Universal fit for most cars (sedan/coupe/convertible)
- Come with (4) gunmetal grey color powder-coated anodized finish aluminum fasteners, (4) sets of stainless bolts/nuts/washers, (2) high strength fastener O-ring rubber bands
- Made with T6 6061 high quality...
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Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
- ?Made with premium...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotiv...
- Car Floor Mats fit for Honda, Toyota, Ford, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Buick, Porsche, Acura, etc. Model,Click the customize button start your order
- All the colors are in stock. The processing will be...
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Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light S...
- What you can receive: there are 4 pieces of flash strobe controllers and 4 pieces of double sided adhesive tapes in the package, which can alert the vehicles behind you to stop to avoid rear-end...
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J2 Engineering Black LN-T7-011-15-BK
- Heavy Duty T6-7075 Forged Aluminum Construction, Anodized Finish
- 25mm Outside Diameter / 50mm Height
- Open End Design, Spline Drive Style Locks
- Comes as a Set of 20 Lock Nuts / 1 Lock Key
- Fits Conical...
Decals
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...
- Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
- Quality: High...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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8 Pieces Bling Crystal Butterfly Car Sti...
- Package contents: You will receive 8 pieces butterfly shape car stickers, two different sizes, abundant quantity for you to use and replace and satisfy your daily car decoration needs, which will make your car look...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...

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