Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 RDX.
The 2023 Acura RDX pairs a 10-speed automatic transmission with a 5.0-quart, 0W-20 API SN oil requirement and delivers an EPA-estimated 21/27/23 mpg combined cycle. Owner-reported issues total 19 complaints, led by visibility and wiper concerns, and the model has been subject to two recalls. In the broader complaint history spanning 2007 through 2025, the 2023 figure sits well below the peak of 431 complaints recorded for 2019 and approaches the series low of 10 seen in 2024, indicating a comparatively clean reliability profile for this model year.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 - AGM VRLA Battery is required for this vehicle. · 650 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S10) |
| Overall length | 187.8 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Overall height | 65.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in |
| Curb weight | 4090 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 64.2 / 64.6 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 57/43 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 21 / 27 / 23 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the RDX of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | SH-AWD A-Spec 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 7.00 sec | 15.40 sec | 272 hp | AWD |
| 2022 | A-Spec Advance 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.20 sec | 14.90 sec | 272 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | A-Spec PMC Edition 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.40 sec | 14.90 sec | 272 hp | AWD |
| 2025 | SH-AWD A-Spec Advance 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.70 sec | 15.10 sec | 272 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | A-Spec Package 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.40 sec | 14.80 sec | 272 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | A-Spec Package 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.60 sec | 15.20 sec | 272 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | Advance Package 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.60 sec | 15.10 sec | 272 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | Advance Package 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 7.10 sec | 15.50 sec | 272 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 5.0 qt of 0W-20 API SN engine oil, Rear Axle: Acura DPSF-II in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80.0 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to Use new washer: 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 4.5 qt |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 5.1 qt |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear Axle: Acura DPSF-II |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 1.76 qt |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 1.43 Gallons |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s) | Use a new O-Ring: 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Flex or Driveplate Bolts | Driveplate: 55.0 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | Use new washer: 29.0 ft-lbs |
| Torque Converter Bolts | 20.0 ft-lbs |
| Differential Fill Plug | 35.0 ft-lbs |
| Differential drain Plug | 35.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | 32.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | 32.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | Transmission in Neutral or Park: 720 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | With High Electric Load: Transmission in N |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load) | 50 rpm |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | NGK |
| Spark Plug Type | DILKAR8P8SY |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.0276-0.0295" in |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.11-1.23 lbs |
| Oil Group | POE |
| Oil Type | ND-Oil 14 |
| Oil Capacity | 2.37-2.88 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 650 cca |
| Engine Oil Pressure | Engine @ Idle: 14.5 Minimum psi |
| Engine Oil Pressure RPM | 58.0 Psi Minimum @ 3,000 rpm |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.079 |
| Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: 1.024; Rear: .315 |
| Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Front: 1.102; Rear: 0.394 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | 0.00059" |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | 0.0016" |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2023 Acura RDX demonstrates a significant improvement in reliability metrics, recording only 19 complaints, 2 recalls, and 53 TSBs. This follows a peak in reports during 2019 and 2020, which saw 431 and 338 complaints respectively. The 2023 model sits at the tail end of a consistent downward trend in issues, following the 102 complaints reported in 2021 and 30 in 2022. Top complaint areas for 2023 include Visibility/Wiper, Power Train, Forward Collision Avoidance, and "Unknown Or Other," each with two reports, though the data does not specify the root causes. With zero reported crash or fire complaints and a sharp decline in TSBs compared to previous years, this is a good year to buy.
All 19 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra, and 2022 Honda Accord vehicles. A ball valve in the vehicle stability assist (VSA) modulator may leak brake fluid, which can… Remedy: Dealers will replace the VSA modulator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's…
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey… Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138…
Showing 5 of 53 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B23066 | 2026-01-21 | Electrical System | Over the Air System Update - System updates contain upgrades that fix operational errors… |
| B23-004 | 2025-10-17 | Structure | "Service Bulletin - A pop noise can occur from the rear roof area when turning into… |
| B25-049 | 2025-09-16 | Engine | Service Bulletin - Oil leak at the cam chain tensioner inspection cover due to and… |
| B19-053 | 2025-05-30 | Service Brakes | Service Bulletin - The front and/or rear brakes make a high-pitched squeal when the… |
| B19-053 | 2025-05-16 | Service Brakes | Service Bulletin - The front and/or rear brakes make a high-pitched squeal when the… |
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5.0 qt of Acura Genuine API SN Motor Oil 0W-20, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 21 city / 27 highway / 23 combined mpg.