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5J8TB4H3XDL••••••2013 Acura RDX
This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 2013 Acura RDX build (6 vs 4).
6on this build
156on the model
43builds in total
Most reportedExterior Lighting 4Suspension 2
What owners of this build wrote
Exterior LightingDec 2024
Front low beam headlights are dangerously dim
SuspensionJul 2014
Very rough ride making clunking noise took car to acura dealer july 23, 2014 they said they replaced both rear shocks that there was a faulty part that was recalled. Took the car back approximately 2 months later because was having the same issue ( rough ride feel every bump in…
Exterior LightingMar 2024
The low beam headlights are so dim I cannot see the road driving at night. I tried replacing the light bulbs with new lights and it still does not improve the visibility. I contacted Acura and it is a known issue with the headlight housing and assembly but they don't want to pay…
Exterior LightingApr 2023
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…
Exterior LightingJun 2021
The front low beam headlights are extremely dim. Can typically only see approximately 30 feet in front while driving. Any speed in excess of 25mph is dangerous. High beams work fine. There are no fog lights on this vehicle
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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 5J8TB4H3XDL000509 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.