How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2008 Acura RDX?

NHTSA lists 20 airbag complaints for the 2008 RDX, which is 61% of the 33 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there an airbag recall for the 2008 Acura RDX?

Yes. Two recalls, campaign 19V182000 and campaign 16V061000, cover replacement of the driver's airbag inflator on the 2008 RDX.

What did owners report about the airbag recall repair?

Several owners said dealers told them replacement inflator parts were unavailable, leading to long delays before the recall repair could be completed.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2008 RDX?

The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2008 RDX is 94,232 miles.

Did the 2008 RDX airbag issue cause crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the airbag complaints for the 2008 RDX.

2008 Acura RDX Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 20 airbag complaints for the 2008 Acura RDX, 61% of that model year's 33 total complaints. Two Takata-related recalls (19V182000 and 16V061000) cover the driver's airbag inflator, and owners reported delays getting replacement parts.

Airbags complaints: 20; 61% of 33 complaints
All complaints this year: 33
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 94,232 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Owners describe the driver's side airbags deploying on their own while the vehicle was parked and not in a crash.
Some report the airbag warning light staying on, in one case traced to a faulty airbag wiring harness that needed replacement.
Many complaints describe long waits for the Takata inflator recall (16V061000) repair because dealers said replacement parts were unavailable.
A few owners said the airbag warning light came back on even after the recall repair was completed, with the dealer unable to identify the cause.
One owner reported the airbag indicator staying illuminated with the vehicle stationary and no diagnosis performed.

When 2008 Acura RDX airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 26, 2013, latest Mar 5, 2020.

20 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2013 to Mar 2020; peak Jun 2016 (2).

Airbags recalls for the 2008 Acura RDX

NHTSA 19V182000Mar 6, 2019Airbags1,101,534 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling specific 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2013-2016 ILX, 2013-2014 ILX Hybrid, 2003-2006 MDX, 2007-2016 RDX, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2004-2006, and 2009-2014 TL, 2010-2013 ZDX and 2001-2007 and 2009 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2007 and 2010-2011 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement driver air bag inflator as part of a previous Takata inflator recall remedy or a replacement driver air bag module containing the same inflator type as a service part. Due to a manufacturing error, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, these inflators may explode.
Risk: An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is O41. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is U40.
NHTSA 16V061000Feb 3, 2016Airbags2,232,187 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 CR-Z, 2010-2014 FCX, and Insight, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013-2014 Fit EV, 2007-2014 Ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ILX, 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2007-2016 RDX, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2013 Acura ZDX vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JY0, JY1, and JY2.

Airbags complaints by RDX model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200722 (42%)
200820 (61%)
200910 (67%)
201013 (59%)
201110 (63%)
20126 (40%)
201336 (22%)
201441 (17%)
201533 (8%)
20162 (5%)
20173 (4%)
20183 (4%)
201911 (3%)
20206 (2%)
202111 (10%)
20222 (6%)
20230 (0%)
20241 (9%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2008 Acura RDX?: NHTSA lists 20 airbag complaints for the 2008 RDX, which is 61% of the 33 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an airbag recall for the 2008 Acura RDX?: Yes. Two recalls, campaign 19V182000 and campaign 16V061000, cover replacement of the driver's airbag inflator on the 2008 RDX.
What did owners report about the airbag recall repair?: Several owners said dealers told them replacement inflator parts were unavailable, leading to long delays before the recall repair could be completed.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2008 RDX?: The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2008 RDX is 94,232 miles.
Did the 2008 RDX airbag issue cause crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the airbag complaints for the 2008 RDX.