Acura RDX NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Acura RDX an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2026):
NHTSA rates the Acura RDX at 5 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Acura RDX Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Acura RDX SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 11 |
| 2024 | 2024 Acura RDX SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 11 |
| 2023 | 2023 Acura RDX SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 21 |
| 2023 | 2023 Acura RDX SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 21 |
| 2022 | 2022 Acura RDX SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 31 |
| 2022 | 2022 Acura RDX SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 31 |
| 2021 | 2021 Acura RDX SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 109 |
| 2021 | 2021 Acura RDX SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 109 |
| 2018 | 2018 Acura RDX SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 76 |
| 2017 | 2017 Acura RDX SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 74 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Acura RDX Safety FAQ
Is the Acura RDX a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Acura RDX an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Acura RDX?
The Acura RDX scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 15.0%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Acura RDX have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Acura RDX as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.