Brand New Acura RDX Crossovers Recalled Over Steering Issue

The 2025 Acura RDX, which received minor cosmetic revisions and technology enhancements, is currently facing a safety recall affecting its steering system. Just under 5,000 units are involved in Canada.

A software problem in the motor control unit could cause the electronic power steering (EPS) system to enter a failsafe mode. If this happens, drivers would suddenly have to apply more steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash. The EPS warning indicator would also turn on.

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Acura estimates that less than one percent of the recalled population has the defect.

Under certain driving conditions—specifically, when the driver applies a sharp steering input during a turn while the vehicle is in Comfort mode and the Lane Keeping Assist system is activated—improper calibration can cause the EPS target returnability output to exceed the safety barrier threshold, as the company explains. When this occurs, the system may incorrectly detect a fault and enter failsafe mode.

Affected owners will receive a mailed notification beginning in October and will need to take their RDX to a dealership to have the motor control unit software updated. Until then, you can find out if yours is involved by visiting the Acura Canada recalls website.

It should also be noted that RDX units manufactured since August 29, 2025, including newly available 2026 models, are exempt from this recall.