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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 5J8TB3H59FL002685 · Checked Sep 8, 2026
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5J8TB3H59FL•••••• 2015 Acura RDX

This build is quieter than most: 4 complaints against 10 for the average 2015 Acura RDX build.

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403on the model
42builds in total
Most reported Tires 1 Air Bags 1 Suspension 1 Fuel/propulsion System 1

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Fuel/propulsion System Nov 2024
My car is experiencing intermittent starting issues due to low fuel pressure from my fuel pump. I am able to start my car by cycling it into accessory mode and letting it set and pressure up before finally starting it. If I didn’t do this, I could eventually have issues with my…
Suspension Nov 2017
The contact owns a 2015 acura rdx. The contact noticed an abnormal clunking noise in the rear suspension. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to walser acura of wichita (10850 e 13th st n, wichita, kansas 67206, 316-341-2288) where it was…
Air Bags Mar 2016
Takata recall: received recall letter 3-22-16. Part is not available until summer 2016. I have read about these defective airbags for quite some time now and have checked often to make sure mine was not on the list. Why am I just now receiving a notice? Why aren't the parts…
Tires Mar 2015
I have repeated and ongoing problems with brand new michelin tires losing traction, especially on wet roads. This happens every time I have to pull out onto a highway. It also happens less frequently on dry roads. I have spoken with the new car dealership where I bought the…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5J8TB3H59FL002685 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.