I had the same issue with my 2021 Acura RDX, which has 40,000 miles on it. I visited 3 different dealerships, but none could find the leak. They suggested it was common and made me to buy coolant and refill it every 5,000 miles. Thank you so much for sharing this video, now I understand the actual reason for the coolant leak.
@usadiaries1231 I hear ya it certainly doesn't feel like the Honda (Acura) way of business of yesteryear that made them so popular. Good luck and hopefully you can find a dealer that will take care of you
@jimadkins4772 it's been 2 weeks in the shop today they told me this exact thing that they don't make money on warranty work. A good friend of mine quit dodge once the pentastar v6 engines started flooding the shop and no matter how fast he worked he still lost hours on it.
I stuck with a 9th gen Accord. V6. No turbo charging. No small engine. No cvt. Voila!!! Just a NO BS powertrain. Honda is building junk nowadays. I hate to say it but it’s true. They are actually rated worse than NISSAN now. I checked on consumer reports and car complaints for issues.
Nissan still makes pretty potent and reliable engines there's certainly lots cvt issues according to the internet but I haven't known anyone personally that hasn't had great success we had a 2015 altima 2.5 with over 140k miles and still going strong literally haven't put 1 cent into it other than basic maintenance
@@BCars_Garage My 2003 is sitting at 501k miles.. original 4 speed auto and engine. The best 21k i ever spent on a brand new car. ive done alot of maintenance to this car but in all honesty its been on a tow truck only once.. Alternator failure lol I love old nissans.
ILX. Have a K24 NA engine with a super smooth and fast 8 speed DCT. People only wine "ThE InTERioR iS DaTEd" since its based on the 9th gen Civic. Its faster 0-60 mph then the TLX and new Integra.
I had 2016 MDX … my dream truck.. wanted 2019 MDX bc of the smoothness of the transmission, Grill and duel exhaust….. Wrong.. recall for the idle stop/start RodBearings and fuel pump still waiting for the part….. when I changed my battery….. my instrument panel lit up like a Christmas tree and my E brake and Lane assist does not work… had an Acura tech try to fix… I have go into the dealer to see if they can flash the computer ( 2nd one by the same dealer) I had my 2016 no problems…. This here 😵💫😵💫😑 I luv Acura but ….. Thanks for sharing
Well today might be your lucky day. When you change the battery or it dies it puts it in transport mode. You should be able to connect the battery then go in the car and stand very hard on the brake pedal for about 3 to 5 seconds the security light should go off an then just start the car as normal. I'm not 100% sure if this applies to yours but the new Rdx that's the trick
I feel like Acura quality went down a lot… I had a 21 TLX for 3 years and I had AC issues, sound system problems, and brakes wrapping really prematurely. Luckily I was covered by warranty and they fixed all those issues for me. Ended up just trading it in cause no way am I comfortable doing long term ownership after that experience. My car only had 61.5k KMs which is about 38.2k miles.
I have the same one, 2019, at 90k I changed the spark plugs and no issues whatsoever at 96k miles. I have checked the coolant for possible head gasket and it’s where it should be.
You’re not alone partner I don’t have a 2019 Rdx but I do have a 2010 tl shawd and it’s a one owner i bought it with right at 91k had it for a year now and I’m just starting to hear a slight knock on early morning startups.this is my fourth Acura and the older ones had there issues but the newer ones like you have definitely should not be having coolant leaks that are internal.there either putting these cars together to fast or like you said SOMETHING IS GOING ON.stay up and strong my friend..
I'm not sure where they've lost their way but I certainly don't like it. This has been an absolute nightmare. Sure I've had a rental from them free of charge but it's been a literal month of back and forth and poor communication
It’s a great car and a damn shame, everyone in the TL knows about the infamous 3.7 oil issues lol. I really wanted the SHAWD but I’m glad I lucked out on a FWD. bought it at 200k miles and gonna make it to 500k
Sorry to hear man this absolutely sucks! I just recently got a 2020 RDX A-Spec and I am totally worried now hahah. I did get the CPO warranty so hopefully if any issues come it happens in the next 2 years while under warranty.
I honestly wouldn't worry I think you'll be fine. These things happen and from what I've found it doesn't seem like a common issue. Enjoy it though it's a great little suv
@@BCars_Garageas your fellow Canadian, get a vehicle with naturally aspirated engine. I have a 2020 Corolla LE with the naturally aspirated engine and it has been good and I only have 48000km on it for the 4 years I have had it. In your case I would look at 2022 Highlander and below that
we got a pre owned 2021 A-spec 42kmiles did cabin filter air filter penzoil 0-20 ultra platinum syn oil only complain was the clunk noise from what they all say it’s the pano roof (nope) it was actually the top rear seat belt some bracket that is loose nice car it moves good enough for my wife i personally don’t like the breaks and it’s a gas guzzler eats as much as my pick up truck.
@BCars_Garage electronics will only detect if it's sustained really. If you have one cylinder that occasionally pings over 70k miles that can certainly add up
Sorry to hear this.. I drive a 2013 TL 3.7l SHawd with only 62k miles. Just did the water pump, timing belt, spark plug service. Never a check engine light let alone needed a tow. I've considered upgrading to an RDX many times, but just couldn't do that 2.0t.. Now I'm glad I never did. Waiting on 2025/26 redesign Rav4 Prime PHEV.
@lornestein7248 I think phev is the next logical step for the rdx or a regular hybrid at a minimum but that would most likely recieve a smaller 4cyl turbo engine. I'd be surprised if they went with a 2.0 or 2.4 na plus the phev
I have a 2013 TL Tech with the 3.5L. I wanted the sh-awd really bad but I decided against it because of the issues with the 3.7L. My TL has 205K miles (75% highway) on it and still runs like new. It's been the most reliable car I've ever owned. No unforseen issues, just regular maintenance.
@@skree_fpv436 Ya.. crazy reliable. I'm hyper-vigilant with oil changes because of the 3.7L issues and change the pcv valve every 2 years. Hardly burn any oil! I also just installed a new JVC touchscreen head unit w/voice control apple carplay/android auto. Check out YT channel Acura Audio Garage on how to change from the factory ELS stereo. It's doable now and it's awesome!
Videos like this are why I'm afraid to mod mine. KTuner looks really appealing for the price but I also don't want any issues if I have a serious warranty claim like this. I have the AcuraCare package until 2029 or 120,000 miles.
I hear that I had a 16 ss camaro I left stock because of warranty. The k tuner would be awesome on the RDX I think the engine is pretty solid and realistically a bad head gasket wouldn't be a huge expense out of pocket. The only thing I'd be worried about is can the 9 speed trans hold the power because that would be an expensive fix if you were on the hook for it
3.5 V6 Honda Odessey; head gasket, same issue. Cause losing coolant because engine overheated; warped the heads, check you’ll see exhaust gases bubbling up from radiator cap while running. At some point that engine got overheated & caused this.
The first time it pegged the temp gauge it went straight to the dealer at this time the reservoir was empty. I suspect the head gasket was bad off the hop but hard to confirm at this point in time.
@flashnmb1 nope, the car was idling and overheated sitting there. As soon as we started driving the temps instantly came down and it was normal within a minute so I suspected the fan at first maybe. However this was not the case
@rtistik just had a 24 tuscon Hybrid on the channel and it was great. Got better mpg in town than on the hwy and was just an all around great little suv. Hybrid is 100% the future imo
Yes excellent vehicle all around. I wonder if your weatherstrip went bad as that's a common issue with these that went bad almost immediately after I bought it I only had about 15000 miles on it
Sad to hear about your 2019 acura rdx. I have a 2021 five things I notice (1) my ponicronic sunroof give me a popping sound sometimes when going over rough road at slow speed (2) my brakes squeeze sometimes first thing in the morning (3) while driving 🚗 on the highway sometimes it try to find the right gear (4) the radar give me false reading when I go under a over pass the brakes light flash in the dash (5) sometimes the navigation freeze. I am thinking of changing to something else like lexus NX350, RX350 or mazda cx50 but I don't know what to choose.
Mine has none of these issues on the regular. The only thing I noticed is the highway gear huning between 9 and 10. I have done some testing with it and find that it's always getting optimal mpg in whichever of the 2 gears it chooses so I don't believe it's a bad thing
Our 2011 RDX is bulletproof. Only tired and brakes for the first 200,000+ miles. Stick with non-turbo K series and J series, so you don’t have to worry. Our 2011 Audi A4 needed a full top end rebuild with new seals and pistons at 47k miles
Man I have the EXACT SAME PROBLEM It’s been at the dealer for months, I’m seriously considering calling Acura Cooperate and telling them about the situation I authorized the job to be done a month ago and I can’t even get a loaner car so I’m literally paying out of pocket for a rental
@JayTheNomad customer service sure isn't what it used to be. Hopefully it's fixed soon. I dumped this thing and got an expedition. Cam phasers went bad they had it in and out in 2 days which is how it should be.
I'm looking into getting a 2021 and you have me worried. I've been buying Hondas since 1995 and currently own 3 v-6s. I really like the newer RDX as I own a 2014 RDX. I think I still might take the chance. It's a beautiful suv.
This is why I intend to buy used.. Gives a buyer time to see how well a “new” car will hold up. Then one day, 10 years or so have passed. The buyer sees how well that car proved itself to hold up.. and only then should they decide whether or not it’s a reliable purchase option. That and the price/value has usually dropped a lot for that car by then.
Turbo DI engines (all of them of all brands) are prone to detonation at low revs when the trans has gone to a higher gear and revs are 1500 or lower for mpg and then you push down to speed up but not so hard as to get a downshift to lower gear. The severe pressure spike of the detonation causes something like an earthquake where a shockwave for an instant distorts cylinder wall and affects the top surface of block. The head to block seal is the head gasket. When the blocks walks on gasket and then returns it causes stress and wear and even displacememt of the sealant on the metal layers of the head gasket. Some drivers in some terrain will not have problems as they drive with heavier foot or there are no slight hills to climb. If you ever drove a manual trans vehicle and you slowed and then moved off again w/o downshifting and you heard a knock or rattle for a bit until vehicle gained speed, you were experiencing the low speed detonation. Never saw the problem on cast iron block engines, only aluminum. It happened before direct injection but much less. The same thing can cause vertical crack in cylinder in some engines. My opinion from 50 years of car fixing biz.
I was deffinitly guilty of that with this car. Constantly on the turbo at low low rpms instead of it downshifting like you said however I never experienced any sort of detonation atleast not that I noticed. I know the feeling in the old cars which is very pronounced when you have pinging or breakup from mismanaged spark/timing or fuel delivery. I would add if this is a common problem with new turbo cars you think the manufacturer would have a good tune in the vehicle instead of relying on the knock sensors and computer to play catchup
Acura quality has been going backwards since around 2010. I have a 1st Gen RDX that has been good to me but i notice this that's when Acura really started going backwards. The leather in is RDX was cheaper then the leather in my 03 TL Type-S. It had a few more issues too but overall a reliable vehicle.So im not surprised that you had an issues with their new stuffs.
@copperfit4087 those were great cars back in the day still are compared to what we got today. If you put today's electronics Bluetooth etc into a 2005 tlx and released it tommorow it would be a great vehicle
I'd take my chances before I got into an RX350 or NX. Nice looking vehicle but that's about all I can say for it. Everything else is significantly substandard compared to the Acura unless you're into red interiors then the RX has a nicer layout imo
Sucks this happened to you, but the plus is they fixed it at no cost to you. I'd keep it and keep on driving it if you like the car. Did they warranty the work they did? I just got a 24 RDX. Hopefully their built better!
I have a new 24 RDX A Spec as a loaner while they do the work and I cam tell you there's so many little things that have been fixed/added over the years to make it an even better car than before. It still has a bit of warranty left. This work will be warrantied and I haven't verified yet but in my experience they warranty it for 12 months so im hoping for more but that's what I'm expecting
Sorry to hear that, i've heard the similar issues happend with Ford Edge 2.0 ecoboost, leaking from cylinder gasket.. but honestly, i can't beleive this shit could happen to Acura....
I haven't heard of many blown up civic type R engines or much about these going bad so maybe I just got some bad luck. I'm deffinitly in that same camp though I honestly thought it would be different with Acura that's why I went with one.
@@BCars_Garage Look up 2023 crv hybrid engine failure. This is happening all over with newer generation Hondas. And thats the 2.0 4cylinder engine. I can't even imagine how much worst the 1.5turbos are. Stay away from new Honda/Acura products. You don't wanna be driving these things past warranty as its a huge financial liability afterwards. Toyota and Lexus 2.5L 4cylinders and 3.5L V6's are the best in the car industry when it comes to reliability. Good luck out there! Cars are liabilities and the opposite of appreciating assets.
The Toyota 3.5 V6 has oil leaks from the timing cover due to improper sealing from the factory. Also, the tundra has engine failures, and the all new taco has transmission problems. Don't even mention Hyundai/kia. All these manufacturers are having issues, not just Honda/Acura. A lot of people don't properly maintain their vehicles, and if you have a turbo, you should be using top tier premium fuel
I just saw your 65,000 mile review and I was going to make a comment on it and this one pops up. Sorry for your troubles. I had a 2019 RDX Platinum. Took it in for an oil change and walked out with a 2021 Platinum Elite. My lease is ending soon and needing to decide what to do. As to the engine, I have always found that Honda/Acura engines seem to be a little more 'high strung'. Smaller displacement with more power than the competition. They seem to be reliable but maybe you just got a bad gasket. I have had all 4 tire pressure sensors go, one at a time, at about 2 months between failures. I attribute it to a bad batch of batteries.
I'd like to think you're correct. It happens across all brands, I do believe this is a superior product compared to what the other manufacturers offer in the same class. If I was leasing I would get another RDX, you're warrantied and realistically shouldn't have any troubles
@@BCars_Garage I am thinking of a 2024 Platinum Elite A-Spec. But I want to see the 2025. I read the rumours of what 'may' change. But the RDX is now on the most stolen list in Ontario and my insurance company wants a engine immobilizer installed or a $1,500 surcharge. (I think on my 2021 too, if I buy out the lease). Lexus NX350H is on my short list too. Different type of car. And immobilizer not required. Decisions, decisions. First world problems!
You probably ran 87 on it. Turbo charged cars that are meant to run on Premium do not like regular gas. Electronics can adjust detonation only in a limited capacity, not on a constant basis. Could have been a lemon as well. I know dozens of third gen RDX owners with close or over 200K miles on them with no issues like this one.
@AcuraAddicted I wish I were one of those people nothing but 91 or 93 run in this thing since day 1. Everything in my household runs premium except my old truck. I had really hoped for hundreds of thousands of miles but no luck this time.
I saw your previous video and was about to get a Pre-owned Certified 2019 RDX with 110K miles on it from an Acura dealership till this video poped up. Now I am so confused....😮🤯
I'm torn either way. It's absolutely better than everything in it's class in so many ways especially in the looks department. But is this going to become the norm with these new cars? That remains to be seen. I can tell you I've loved every minute of owning this thing and if you can get some sort of warranty at a reasonable price I know what I'd do if It was me
@@BCars_Garage Thanks. The price is reasonable. Its certified by the acura dealership with 6 months warranty. I know the car is a really good drive and I would love it. I had trust in the acura brand like all of us till I saw your video. My only concern is if this can happen to your new car after 70K some miles it can happen to the certified one 100K after the 6 months warranty. The older engines from 2014 - 2018 seems to be getting all the praise in this thread. And i also agree the models following 2019 like 2021 and onwards are better as they have got rid of the glitches in the earlier model.
@wasimqader the newer rdx have some updated electronics and nice options that the 19s didn't have like 360 camera, heated rear seats, auto folding mirrors, interior lighting package etc. I'm not sure on anything to the engine and trans however at the end of the day it's a used vehicle and some go forever....and some don't. Good luck with whichever you decide on
Turbo cars, you have to let them idle for a bit before you shut them off, if you shut if off right away especially if you were driving fast the turbos wont cool down right spelling disaster for your engine.
You are correct. In the owners manual of my CX-50 Turbo, it clearly states that if we park the car after highway driving, we must let the engine idle for a minimum of 30 seconds before shutting it off (this period of time is a good time to put your sunglasses away, grab your wallet and other belongings, etc., before shutting engine off). Heck, sometimes after a really long commute (50+ miles) on a hot day when I drive my car hard, I will pop the hood when I get home and check on some of the fluids while the engine runs. I’ll let it idle with the hood open for up to five mins before shutting her off. In the meantime I just get my lunchbox and other items out of the car. People would have less car problems if they cared more about maintenance and paid more attention to fixing their bad habits. The manual also states that upon cold startup, we should wait for the engine RPMs to fall to normal idle before driving away, because all the engine oil drained down into the pan and needs time to build pressure back up and circulate again. All of the time, I hear people cold start their cars, and one second later they’re already driving away; I can’t help but think of the extra wear on their cylinders, pistons/rings, crank journals, bearings, etc.
Some very basic things would help make an engine last a long time. I always let everything warm up and idle at regular rpm before moving any vehicle even if it's just in the yard. Even in 80 or 90 degree heat your engine and trans are still cold
A bad head gasket was the coolant leak. It was the first thing I mentioned to them and they essentially ignored it until finally they decided to pressure test the system but that was 3 dealer visits later
Toyota gave me a bunch of excuses for all the problems I had with my 2020 Camry even though it was happening in front of the rep. The same results, "we couldn't duplicate the problem" and later "it's normal for the 2018 and newer Camry's" when I picked up the car later. I dumped the car when the used cars were at their highest prices by luck. It was the first Toyota I hated. It also ruined a 30 year trust of Toyota seeing how they treat their thousands of lemons that was put out in a couple years. I would have trusted one of my old Camry's with over 200k miles than I did this new one. It seems like all the new cars are junk these days. Throw aways after 100k miles, if they make it that long.
It sure seems to be the classic don't make em like they used to. I'd keep an old camry around if they weren't all so rusty now. I had a 97 and a 98 with the 4 cyl both cars went forever the 98 just got way too rusty but had almost 250k and ran so strong still.
@@BCars_Garage Being in the south, rust isn't a problem. It's a shame Toyota chose the route of a American car manufacture attitude. Put out junk and let the service bulletins fix them over the years. With all the problems Toyota's are having now they might go back to testing things again. My 2020 felt like the engineering of some of the body parts and all the drive train was just slapped together without any testing to find the problems before production. Sort of like they did with the new Tundra today. I waited two years for the problems to get worked out before buying, the cars didn't improve and the engines got worse.
@OnlyMeee-ie3dw what a shame they destroyed the tundra with an absolute trash engine. I used to get into old Toyota and Hondas and they always felt better and more solid than their north American counterparts. Now everything seems so similar and cheap
I thought the head gasket issue was related to the 1.5T’s. I am Still waiting to hear back about the defective fuel pumps after being informed about their unavailability. And then there is a MAJOR defect with the 3.5 J’s. Hard to believe they screwed up the crankshaft journals using CNC’s. Do they Not have Inspectors checking the specs/tolerances? The Boeing Factor has taken over at Honda - it is now Quantity Control! Also warped rotors, low quality exhaust systems, defective body welds and many, many….. other problems.
@BCars_Garage Pardon me, I should have mentioned that I am dealing with a 2019 Pilot. Pretty much the same, but could be different lots or batches of parts that are affected.
@BCars_Garage My ‘possible’ problem is ‘TBD’. Now that Honda is dealing with 500K fuel pump replacements, the engine issue is probably sidelined. A Neighbor had the engine on his Acura crap out. He junked it! If he knew he may have had a bogus engine, he could have had it replaced. Not a Happy Honda Owner for sure.
It could be worse. Head gasket certainly not ideal, but at least fixable. At least your not driving a new Tundra which seems to have its own set of issues usually ending up in engine replacement.
@@BCars_Garageit’s a new engine. I’m not making excuses for them but anything with turbo these days….hmmm lots to think about. Our lovely emissions to blame
I just wish they could get it right again with all this technology you would think it's better but sadly we have gone in the other direction it seems...
I mean a head gasket is not cooked engine. I was thinking it threw a rod. A head gasket on a 2.0 is like a 2 hr job. I would rather have head gasket issue more than the lower end.
@NinjaPickups I agree an outrageous amount of engineering to get every last mpg for the epa coupled with all the added electronics as we push forward is making for a lot of issues...
This is a prime example of why auto manufacturers should not use forced induction on small engines to just perform and out perform their bigger displacement engines of the past. To some degree they have accomplished the performance aspect; however, they’re showing not being up to the task as far as longevity. These engines are under extreme stress. I am noticing a trend. Turbo engines of the past did not fail as early as these newer turbo charged engines. So what changed? The only thing I’ve noticed that changed in turbo engines is the demand to produce peak torque at low RPM (1300, 1600, 1700, etc). The turbo engines of the past can be problematic but they were not failing under 100,000 miles with proper care. No thanks. I will keep my 5.0.
Old turbos barely made 8 lbs the rdx is 20.5 but many approaching 27+ out of a small turbo which creates immense heat and detonation issues if using poor fuel. Also they arrive at that massive rpm torque figure in order to get good mpg as per epa standards many including the rdx use an electronic waste gate getting full boost at low rpma and then tapering off in the upper rev range
The RDX 2.3 I4T has been troublesome since its inception many years ago and the v6 were better , but the new K20A4 is meh! Like anything with Honda and Toyota, not all their cars are as good as people claim. I like Honda and Toyota, but I am very selective in the engines I would recommend from them. They enjoyed high reliability with their simple I4, but their V6 and transmission attached to them have always had a fair share of issues.
@@joesmith7377 haha! I missed it by .1 liters. The 2.3L K23A1 has always been troublesome. Maybe if they did a K24A3 turbo they would not be struggling. The K20C4 appears to be meh!
They jacked you o just did a second look at a RDX after that said that same thing to my customer I did a leak down test on cylinder 3 it was pinned at 150 psi for over 30 min
100% but diesels and many other engines use them with great success and reliability. Taking a small turbo 4 cylinder and hammering it with over 20lbs of boost is never ideal imo atleast for longevity
Routine maintenance is always top priority especially with turbo cars. Some people go to Mexico to sit on a beach I take cars apart and put them together again because I'm bored.
I was looking to buy a used 2021 or newer RDX or TLX.. but when I hear stuff like this I'm rethinking stuff... Honda/Toyota is supposed to be reliable as you can get...
Perhaps they get changed on the regular but I've personally burned down a number of engines after I "felt like I caught it in time" and changed the headgasket. The reality is it overheated 3 or 4 times with the temp sensor maxed right out, had antifreeze going into the engine for over a month and required an engine our service in order to change the cylinder head as it was also bad. I mean sure there isn't rods hanging out or a window in the block, but when the engine gets stripped off the subframe and sitting on the ground in order to fix "just a gasket"....it's pretty bad
Since 2010, Honda has had a string of bad luck but I’d STILL pick them over a dogshit Kia! It’s the Eco Freaks & electric car regulators who HAVE to prioritize MGPs that ruined it. Honda hopped on the “Turbo” bandwagon and every manufacturer has been having issues! Honda been having oil dilution issues because of it and their laziness in manufacturing has been leading to head gasket failures more often then they should. They chose a CVT and now cars like my HRV is at risk of failure because CVTs are garbage! I still have faith in them because hopefully they’re learning from their mistakes & they are also NOT going full electric, but it’s still a tough day to buy a car at all nowadays
So basically, change the head "casket" on this engine after 50,000 miles. That's sad to hear. I always like that vehicle and think Acura got that terribly wrong
I'd like to think its a one off but sadly I think this will be the norm for many new vehicles with all the manufacturers using small turbo engines now. My sister's 2014 chevy cruze had 58k miles when her turbo went
Did they give you a loaner? As long as they are taking care of the issue and it's not costing me anything?. I am good. Dealerships are having a hard time finding experienced techs. I am not a mechanic but the first time you said loosing coolant but no leak(head gasket). Had a 01 civic 1.8Na same problem at 90k. I told them to change the head gasket. Got 330k from that engine.
@darrylcoleman3518 yes they're taking good care, loaner provided so I can't complain about that. I agree people are leaving that industry left right and center and new people aren't signing up to do it either. It's a big problem
Year ago Range Rover 2015 evoque..timing chain snapped while driving and unfortunately it’s an interference engine that car died at 80K. Now drive a simple overpriced used Camry 2020
I've heard nothing but horror stories good friend of mine had one had about 50k on it and the electric steering went bad cost almost 4gs he dumped it after that
Dealers always try to do as little as possible when doing these jobs because the manufacturer barely pays them hours. It's a top down problem and we pay for it unfortunately
Lemon law is one of the most difficult things to win. It literally has to be word for word the same description written up on the work repair. Technically it’s in the 4th repair, it’s after the 3rd repair. People don’t know that. And literally no company would lemon law a car with almost 80,000 miles. Trust me I went through a lemon law appeal on my 2021 Widebody ScatPack. Massively difficult.
@Hellcat71782 how did it work out though? Also...side note although I'm more of a gm guy the widebodys scats are absolutely beautiful cars. I was just outside of Detroit and 2 widebody hellcat chargers were weaving in and out flew by me in my truck. Beautiful car
@@Hellcat71782 agreed my brother lemoned out his '21 Cherokee limited, was a pain but the lawyer was able to get it go through finally. You just have to stay on top of it and have that arbitration lawyer in your corner Pocket .
@@gsxellence like in my case 1st time I went to the dealership I said my car is low on coolant. 2nd time I said I think my car is leaking coolant. And when you try lemon lawing a car those 2 repairs aren’t worded exactly the same. So by law it’s 2 different repairs. That’s one of the ways they get you. They even flew out a SRT specialist to read the black box on my car. Tooo me 5 months on a car I bought cash to replace the motor with no loaner car. Lemon law is one of the hardest things to do. Nobody will lemon law a car with 78,000 miles on it. Nobody
O no you found me this is supposed to be undercover haha. I need better quality video but I basically refuse to use anything other than my phone. Sometimes the go pro but it's a pain and it's only marginally better
@cantwealljustgetalong2 I know it's the easiest conclusion to jump to but not this time. Nothing but full synthetic oils run and changed often in every mechanical part of this vehicle which I've had since new. All highway driving cruising between 50 to 70 mph is easily 80 to 90% of the driving this thing got. Believe me when I say I was very surprised when this happened. Bone stock and always 91-93 run in it. I believe its just another classic example of engineered to fail.
It feels so wrong to say that but this might be the last Honda/Acura powered vehicle in my stable for a while. Atleast when it comes to new ones. You can make a vehicle as nice and luxurious as you want but the engine and trans are the heartbeat and soul of any car.
@BCars_Garage Honda has gone the way of Boeing. The ‘Boeing Factor’ has taken over and Quality Control has been replaced with Quantity Control. Slap it together and ship it out!
@GBraidi78 that I could probably agree with. I have heard some complaints about some Toyota's and Lexus vehicles as well, so you still have to be careful and know what you're buying.
That’s why I’m trading in my 2013 TL for an MDX and not an RDX. I don’t like the idea of a turbo 4-banger, I’d rather have the bullet-proof V-6 like in my TL.
My sister bought a new 2022 MDX A SPEC when I got this thing. She does a lot less driving than me I think she has about 45000 miles give or take on it but trouble free and an absolute beauty of an suv
Dealer maintained since new all scheduled maintenance completed, trans flush, diff fluid, regular oil changes done. These things happen but it's unfortunate on my end after spending so much for a vehicle
I own a 2016 with a 3.5 one of the best engine ever made in the car industry and no problems at ALL 👍
100% there's a lot of those around with piles of miles, they just keep goin
I got a 2006 3.2 and it’s a tank
@@ericlandry5890 U must have an engine from days of yore when Honda used to have Quality Control.
@@robertneal6878 honda should be ashamed
I hate that they downgraded to a 4 cylinder. I loved having the extra horsepower
I had the same issue with my 2021 Acura RDX, which has 40,000 miles on it. I visited 3 different dealerships, but none could find the leak. They suggested it was common and made me to buy coolant and refill it every 5,000 miles. Thank you so much for sharing this video, now I understand the actual reason for the coolant leak.
That's absolutely wild to me that they wouldn't be digging into it and fixing under warranty! They literally get paid from acura to fix it...
@@BCars_Garage I know, right? It was incredibly frustrating. I couldn't believe they just brushed it off instead of fixing the issue under warranty.
@usadiaries1231 I hear ya it certainly doesn't feel like the Honda (Acura) way of business of yesteryear that made them so popular. Good luck and hopefully you can find a dealer that will take care of you
Dealers make rock BOTTOM on warranty repairs
@jimadkins4772 it's been 2 weeks in the shop today they told me this exact thing that they don't make money on warranty work. A good friend of mine quit dodge once the pentastar v6 engines started flooding the shop and no matter how fast he worked he still lost hours on it.
I stuck with a 9th gen Accord. V6. No turbo charging. No small engine. No cvt. Voila!!! Just a NO BS powertrain. Honda is building junk nowadays. I hate to say it but it’s true. They are actually rated worse than NISSAN now. I checked on consumer reports and car complaints for issues.
Nissan still makes pretty potent and reliable engines there's certainly lots cvt issues according to the internet but I haven't known anyone personally that hasn't had great success we had a 2015 altima 2.5 with over 140k miles and still going strong literally haven't put 1 cent into it other than basic maintenance
@@BCars_Garage My 2003 is sitting at 501k miles.. original 4 speed auto and engine. The best 21k i ever spent on a brand new car. ive done alot of maintenance to this car but in all honesty its been on a tow truck only once.. Alternator failure lol I love old nissans.
@PLATINUM2U that's gotta be a record haha.
ILX. Have a K24 NA engine with a super smooth and fast 8 speed DCT. People only wine "ThE InTERioR iS DaTEd" since its based on the 9th gen Civic. Its faster 0-60 mph then the TLX and new Integra.
@adambarlow81 I like the ILX.
However I think they missed the mark on the Integra.
I had 2016 MDX … my dream truck.. wanted 2019 MDX bc of the smoothness of the transmission, Grill and duel exhaust….. Wrong.. recall for the idle stop/start RodBearings and fuel pump still waiting for the part….. when I changed my battery….. my instrument panel lit up like a Christmas tree and my E brake and Lane assist does not work… had an Acura tech try to fix… I have go into the dealer to see if they can flash the computer ( 2nd one by the same dealer) I had my 2016 no problems…. This here 😵💫😵💫😑 I luv Acura but ….. Thanks for sharing
Well today might be your lucky day. When you change the battery or it dies it puts it in transport mode. You should be able to connect the battery then go in the car and stand very hard on the brake pedal for about 3 to 5 seconds the security light should go off an then just start the car as normal. I'm not 100% sure if this applies to yours but the new Rdx that's the trick
@@BCars_Garage thank you soo much for sharing! Will try 🙏🏾🙏🏾🤩
I feel like Acura quality went down a lot… I had a 21 TLX for 3 years and I had AC issues, sound system problems, and brakes wrapping really prematurely. Luckily I was covered by warranty and they fixed all those issues for me. Ended up just trading it in cause no way am I comfortable doing long term ownership after that experience. My car only had 61.5k KMs which is about 38.2k miles.
@samuelsuyanto1224 that's very low mileage to be having those kind of issues, very unfortunate
I have the same one, 2019, at 90k I changed the spark plugs and no issues whatsoever at 96k miles. I have checked the coolant for possible head gasket and it’s where it should be.
As it should be
How often do you do oil changes
Every 5k miles full synthetic,
I do oil change every 3000 miles or 6 months whichever first I figure cheaper to do oil changes then a new engine I have a 2021 Acura rdx aspex.
@redhulkultra155 change often and those 50$ oil changes will save you thousands later on
You’re not alone partner I don’t have a 2019 Rdx but I do have a 2010 tl shawd and it’s a one owner i bought it with right at 91k had it for a year now and I’m just starting to hear a slight knock on early morning startups.this is my fourth Acura and the older ones had there issues but the newer ones like you have definitely should not be having coolant leaks that are internal.there either putting these cars together to fast or like you said SOMETHING IS GOING ON.stay up and strong my friend..
I'm not sure where they've lost their way but I certainly don't like it. This has been an absolute nightmare. Sure I've had a rental from them free of charge but it's been a literal month of back and forth and poor communication
It’s a great car and a damn shame, everyone in the TL knows about the infamous 3.7 oil issues lol. I really wanted the SHAWD but I’m glad I lucked out on a FWD. bought it at 200k miles and gonna make it to 500k
Sorry to hear man this absolutely sucks! I just recently got a 2020 RDX A-Spec and I am totally worried now hahah. I did get the CPO warranty so hopefully if any issues come it happens in the next 2 years while under warranty.
I honestly wouldn't worry I think you'll be fine. These things happen and from what I've found it doesn't seem like a common issue. Enjoy it though it's a great little suv
@@BCars_Garageas your fellow Canadian, get a vehicle with naturally aspirated engine. I have a 2020 Corolla LE with the naturally aspirated engine and it has been good and I only have 48000km on it for the 4 years I have had it. In your case I would look at 2022 Highlander and below that
we got a pre owned 2021 A-spec 42kmiles
did cabin filter
air filter
penzoil 0-20 ultra platinum syn oil
only complain was the clunk noise from what they all say it’s the pano roof (nope)
it was actually the top rear seat belt some bracket that is loose nice car it moves good enough for my wife i personally don’t like the breaks and it’s a gas guzzler eats as much as my pick up truck.
@Mason-to9fv that's interesting maybe strictly city driving? I fond freeway and country road driving garners pretty good mpg in the rdx
When plugs are hard to get out it can also be due to cylinder predetonation. Very common on turbocharged cars
I'd imagine the knock sensors would add or remove timing or the car would run rough but anything seems to be possible these days...
@BCars_Garage electronics will only detect if it's sustained really. If you have one cylinder that occasionally pings over 70k miles that can certainly add up
For some reason I can't imagine how a rough character like you would be hard on a car. 😅
I guess I'm just full of surprises
I had a 2001 Mdx 3.5 v-6 389,000 miles
That's gotta be a record almost. The 3.5 and 3.0 v6 of that generation literally don't die. I miss those days
I got a 01 MDX with 250.000
@@smoothcriminal9665 don't remember the last time I saw one that old on the road. Keep on trucking 🚚
@@thierrykillian8419 Any of U Hondoers above there have any issues with the VCM, or disable it?
I my 2019 Mazda 6 (2.5 turbo) just had a cracked head at 68000 miles that they luckily covered outside of the warranty.
Unfortunate to hear that's a very nice car
Sorry to hear this.. I drive a 2013 TL 3.7l SHawd with only 62k miles. Just did the water pump, timing belt, spark plug service. Never a check engine light let alone needed a tow. I've considered upgrading to an RDX many times, but just couldn't do that 2.0t.. Now I'm glad I never did. Waiting on 2025/26 redesign Rav4 Prime PHEV.
@lornestein7248 I think phev is the next logical step for the rdx or a regular hybrid at a minimum but that would most likely recieve a smaller 4cyl turbo engine. I'd be surprised if they went with a 2.0 or 2.4 na plus the phev
Honda's 3.7 are the worst J-series engines because of oil consumption. Google Acura tsb 19-006.
I have a 2013 TL Tech with the 3.5L. I wanted the sh-awd really bad but I decided against it because of the issues with the 3.7L. My TL has 205K miles (75% highway) on it and still runs like new. It's been the most reliable car I've ever owned. No unforseen issues, just regular maintenance.
@@skree_fpv436 Ya.. crazy reliable. I'm hyper-vigilant with oil changes because of the 3.7L issues and change the pcv valve every 2 years. Hardly burn any oil! I also just installed a new JVC touchscreen head unit w/voice control apple carplay/android auto. Check out YT channel Acura Audio Garage on how to change from the factory ELS stereo. It's doable now and it's awesome!
@@skree_fpv436 I've always been a big fan of the TL and TLX. That 3.5 is near bullet proof
Videos like this are why I'm afraid to mod mine. KTuner looks really appealing for the price but I also don't want any issues if I have a serious warranty claim like this. I have the AcuraCare package until 2029 or 120,000 miles.
I hear that I had a 16 ss camaro I left stock because of warranty. The k tuner would be awesome on the RDX I think the engine is pretty solid and realistically a bad head gasket wouldn't be a huge expense out of pocket. The only thing I'd be worried about is can the 9 speed trans hold the power because that would be an expensive fix if you were on the hook for it
3.5 V6 Honda Odessey; head gasket, same issue. Cause losing coolant because engine overheated; warped the heads, check you’ll see exhaust gases bubbling up from radiator cap while running. At some point that engine got overheated & caused this.
The first time it pegged the temp gauge it went straight to the dealer at this time the reservoir was empty. I suspect the head gasket was bad off the hop but hard to confirm at this point in time.
@@BCars_Garage say you didn’t drive it to dealer with it pegged? My niece did the Odessey & that’s what did it in.
@flashnmb1 nope, the car was idling and overheated sitting there. As soon as we started driving the temps instantly came down and it was normal within a minute so I suspected the fan at first maybe. However this was not the case
I have a 2020 Civic Hatchback with the 1.5L turbo 4 with over 99,000 miles on it going on 100,000 ,no problems whatsoever.
Good to hear. They can't all be bad🤷♂️
@BCars_Garage Nope, all of them can't be bad. Plus, it is my first turbo car, but it will be my last as I'm looking at hybrids now.
@rtistik just had a 24 tuscon Hybrid on the channel and it was great. Got better mpg in town than on the hwy and was just an all around great little suv. Hybrid is 100% the future imo
I have a 2020 RDX advanced, One of the best cars I ever drove. One single problem in Five years, The sun roof motor needed replaced, Under warranty.
Yes excellent vehicle all around. I wonder if your weatherstrip went bad as that's a common issue with these that went bad almost immediately after I bought it I only had about 15000 miles on it
Sad to hear about your 2019 acura rdx. I have a 2021 five things I notice (1) my ponicronic sunroof give me a popping sound sometimes when going over rough road at slow speed (2) my brakes squeeze sometimes first thing in the morning (3) while driving 🚗 on the highway sometimes it try to find the right gear (4) the radar give me false reading when I go under a over pass the brakes light flash in the dash (5) sometimes the navigation freeze. I am thinking of changing to something else like lexus NX350, RX350 or mazda cx50 but I don't know what to choose.
Mine has none of these issues on the regular. The only thing I noticed is the highway gear huning between 9 and 10. I have done some testing with it and find that it's always getting optimal mpg in whichever of the 2 gears it chooses so I don't believe it's a bad thing
Our 2011 RDX is bulletproof. Only tired and brakes for the first 200,000+ miles. Stick with non-turbo K series and J series, so you don’t have to worry. Our 2011 Audi A4 needed a full top end rebuild with new seals and pistons at 47k miles
Agreed it sure seems all thus turbo stuff really isn't working out very good
Man I have the EXACT SAME PROBLEM
It’s been at the dealer for months, I’m seriously considering calling Acura Cooperate and telling them about the situation
I authorized the job to be done a month ago and I can’t even get a loaner car so I’m literally paying out of pocket for a rental
@JayTheNomad customer service sure isn't what it used to be. Hopefully it's fixed soon. I dumped this thing and got an expedition. Cam phasers went bad they had it in and out in 2 days which is how it should be.
I'm looking into getting a 2021 and you have me worried. I've been buying Hondas since 1995 and currently own 3 v-6s. I really like the newer RDX as I own a 2014 RDX. I think I still might take the chance. It's a beautiful suv.
I'd say buy it you'll love it BUT make sure you got some warranty....just incase
@BCars_Garage I've never purchased an extended warranty for a Honda but it's a thought. Thanks.
This is why I intend to buy used.. Gives a buyer time to see how well a “new” car will hold up.
Then one day, 10 years or so have passed. The buyer sees how well that car proved itself to hold up.. and only then should they decide whether or not it’s a reliable purchase option. That and the price/value has usually dropped a lot for that car by then.
A safe way to get good value for your money
They know what to look for.. just stalling hoping you would go away or just top up the fluid..2019 mdx has 2 recalls waiting
That's exactly what it felt like but eventually they had to do something about it.
Turbo DI engines (all of them of all brands) are prone to detonation at low revs when the trans has gone to a higher gear and revs are 1500 or lower for mpg and then you push down to speed up but not so hard as to get a downshift to lower gear. The severe pressure spike of the detonation causes something like an earthquake where a shockwave for an instant distorts cylinder wall and affects the top surface of block. The head to block seal is the head gasket. When the blocks walks on gasket and then returns it causes stress and wear and even displacememt of the sealant on the metal layers of the head gasket. Some drivers in some terrain will not have problems as they drive with heavier foot or there are no slight hills to climb. If you ever drove a manual trans vehicle and you slowed and then moved off again w/o downshifting and you heard a knock or rattle for a bit until vehicle gained speed, you were experiencing the low speed detonation. Never saw the problem on cast iron block engines, only aluminum. It happened before direct injection but much less. The same thing can cause vertical crack in cylinder in some engines. My opinion from 50 years of car fixing biz.
I was deffinitly guilty of that with this car. Constantly on the turbo at low low rpms instead of it downshifting like you said however I never experienced any sort of detonation atleast not that I noticed. I know the feeling in the old cars which is very pronounced when you have pinging or breakup from mismanaged spark/timing or fuel delivery. I would add if this is a common problem with new turbo cars you think the manufacturer would have a good tune in the vehicle instead of relying on the knock sensors and computer to play catchup
Did the manufacture warranty cover it or the dealership warranty?? Thinking of buying one myself 😅
Manufacturer warranty so all good. It's a great little suv for the money, I don't think this is a common issue...yet
@@BCars_Garage If you go on the Acura forums you will know if it's a common problem with the RDX
Acura quality has been going backwards since around 2010. I have a 1st Gen RDX that has been good to me but i notice this that's when Acura really started going backwards. The leather in is RDX was cheaper then the leather in my 03 TL Type-S. It had a few more issues too but overall a reliable vehicle.So im not surprised that you had an issues with their new stuffs.
@copperfit4087 those were great cars back in the day still are compared to what we got today. If you put today's electronics Bluetooth etc into a 2005 tlx and released it tommorow it would be a great vehicle
@@BCars_Garage i agree
Oh no. As I was considering one of these, this put a stop to that process. Back to looking at a boring Lexus.
I'd take my chances before I got into an RX350 or NX. Nice looking vehicle but that's about all I can say for it. Everything else is significantly substandard compared to the Acura unless you're into red interiors then the RX has a nicer layout imo
Sucks this happened to you, but the plus is they fixed it at no cost to you. I'd keep it and keep on driving it if you like the car. Did they warranty the work they did? I just got a 24 RDX. Hopefully their built better!
I have a new 24 RDX A Spec as a loaner while they do the work and I cam tell you there's so many little things that have been fixed/added over the years to make it an even better car than before. It still has a bit of warranty left. This work will be warrantied and I haven't verified yet but in my experience they warranty it for 12 months so im hoping for more but that's what I'm expecting
Sorry to hear that, i've heard the similar issues happend with Ford Edge 2.0 ecoboost, leaking from cylinder gasket.. but honestly, i can't beleive this shit could happen to Acura....
I haven't heard of many blown up civic type R engines or much about these going bad so maybe I just got some bad luck. I'm deffinitly in that same camp though I honestly thought it would be different with Acura that's why I went with one.
@@BCars_Garage Look up 2023 crv hybrid engine failure. This is happening all over with newer generation Hondas. And thats the 2.0 4cylinder engine. I can't even imagine how much worst the 1.5turbos are. Stay away from new Honda/Acura products. You don't wanna be driving these things past warranty as its a huge financial liability afterwards. Toyota and Lexus 2.5L 4cylinders and 3.5L V6's are the best in the car industry when it comes to reliability. Good luck out there! Cars are liabilities and the opposite of appreciating assets.
@jeschr3462 NA is clearly the path forward however the options are getting fewer and fewer as turbo powertrains are starting to be the only options.
The Toyota 3.5 V6 has oil leaks from the timing cover due to improper sealing from the factory. Also, the tundra has engine failures, and the all new taco has transmission problems. Don't even mention Hyundai/kia. All these manufacturers are having issues, not just Honda/Acura. A lot of people don't properly maintain their vehicles, and if you have a turbo, you should be using top tier premium fuel
I just saw your 65,000 mile review and I was going to make a comment on it and this one pops up. Sorry for your troubles. I had a 2019 RDX Platinum. Took it in for an oil change and walked out with a 2021 Platinum Elite. My lease is ending soon and needing to decide what to do.
As to the engine, I have always found that Honda/Acura engines seem to be a little more 'high strung'. Smaller displacement with more power than the competition. They seem to be reliable but maybe you just got a bad gasket. I have had all 4 tire pressure sensors go, one at a time, at about 2 months between failures. I attribute it to a bad batch of batteries.
I'd like to think you're correct. It happens across all brands, I do believe this is a superior product compared to what the other manufacturers offer in the same class. If I was leasing I would get another RDX, you're warrantied and realistically shouldn't have any troubles
@@BCars_Garage I am thinking of a 2024 Platinum Elite A-Spec. But I want to see the 2025. I read the rumours of what 'may' change. But the RDX is now on the most stolen list in Ontario and my insurance company wants a engine immobilizer installed or a $1,500 surcharge. (I think on my 2021 too, if I buy out the lease). Lexus NX350H is on my short list too. Different type of car. And immobilizer not required. Decisions, decisions. First world problems!
@@BCars_Garagethe accords are riddled with gasket issues as well.
You probably ran 87 on it. Turbo charged cars that are meant to run on Premium do not like regular gas. Electronics can adjust detonation only in a limited capacity, not on a constant basis. Could have been a lemon as well. I know dozens of third gen RDX owners with close or over 200K miles on them with no issues like this one.
@AcuraAddicted I wish I were one of those people nothing but 91 or 93 run in this thing since day 1. Everything in my household runs premium except my old truck. I had really hoped for hundreds of thousands of miles but no luck this time.
They just had to redo my bearing under recall. Def getting rid of it
@@anteup75 on an RDX?
Toyota, Nissan, and Honda have allllll slipped objectively.
So which brand is on the way up then many will argue Hyundai/Kia are getting very good
@@BCars_Garage Mazda
I saw your previous video and was about to get a Pre-owned Certified 2019 RDX with 110K miles on it from an Acura dealership till this video poped up. Now I am so confused....😮🤯
I'm torn either way. It's absolutely better than everything in it's class in so many ways especially in the looks department. But is this going to become the norm with these new cars? That remains to be seen. I can tell you I've loved every minute of owning this thing and if you can get some sort of warranty at a reasonable price I know what I'd do if It was me
@@BCars_Garage Thanks. The price is reasonable. Its certified by the acura dealership with 6 months warranty. I know the car is a really good drive and I would love it. I had trust in the acura brand like all of us till I saw your video. My only concern is if this can happen to your new car after 70K some miles it can happen to the certified one 100K after the 6 months warranty. The older engines from 2014 - 2018 seems to be getting all the praise in this thread. And i also agree the models following 2019 like 2021 and onwards are better as they have got rid of the glitches in the earlier model.
@wasimqader the newer rdx have some updated electronics and nice options that the 19s didn't have like 360 camera, heated rear seats, auto folding mirrors, interior lighting package etc. I'm not sure on anything to the engine and trans however at the end of the day it's a used vehicle and some go forever....and some don't. Good luck with whichever you decide on
Turbo cars, you have to let them idle for a bit before you shut them off, if you shut if off right away especially if you were driving fast the turbos wont cool down right spelling disaster for your engine.
You are correct.
In the owners manual of my CX-50 Turbo, it clearly states that if we park the car after highway driving, we must let the engine idle for a minimum of 30 seconds before shutting it off (this period of time is a good time to put your sunglasses away, grab your wallet and other belongings, etc., before shutting engine off). Heck, sometimes after a really long commute (50+ miles) on a hot day when I drive my car hard, I will pop the hood when I get home and check on some of the fluids while the engine runs. I’ll let it idle with the hood open for up to five mins before shutting her off. In the meantime I just get my lunchbox and other items out of the car.
People would have less car problems if they cared more about maintenance and paid more attention to fixing their bad habits.
The manual also states that upon cold startup, we should wait for the engine RPMs to fall to normal idle before driving away, because all the engine oil drained down into the pan and needs time to build pressure back up and circulate again. All of the time, I hear people cold start their cars, and one second later they’re already driving away; I can’t help but think of the extra wear on their cylinders, pistons/rings, crank journals, bearings, etc.
Some very basic things would help make an engine last a long time. I always let everything warm up and idle at regular rpm before moving any vehicle even if it's just in the yard. Even in 80 or 90 degree heat your engine and trans are still cold
So your engine overheated because of a coolant leak, and cooked the head gasket. What was the source of the coolant leak?
A bad head gasket was the coolant leak. It was the first thing I mentioned to them and they essentially ignored it until finally they decided to pressure test the system but that was 3 dealer visits later
@@BCars_GarageDump technician. Sometimes they think customers don't have any clue about vehicle's. I can tell you every creak and rattle with my mdx.
Toyota gave me a bunch of excuses for all the problems I had with my 2020 Camry even though it was happening in front of the rep. The same results, "we couldn't duplicate the problem" and later "it's normal for the 2018 and newer Camry's" when I picked up the car later. I dumped the car when the used cars were at their highest prices by luck. It was the first Toyota I hated. It also ruined a 30 year trust of Toyota seeing how they treat their thousands of lemons that was put out in a couple years. I would have trusted one of my old Camry's with over 200k miles than I did this new one. It seems like all the new cars are junk these days. Throw aways after 100k miles, if they make it that long.
It sure seems to be the classic don't make em like they used to. I'd keep an old camry around if they weren't all so rusty now. I had a 97 and a 98 with the 4 cyl both cars went forever the 98 just got way too rusty but had almost 250k and ran so strong still.
@@BCars_Garage Being in the south, rust isn't a problem. It's a shame Toyota chose the route of a American car manufacture attitude. Put out junk and let the service bulletins fix them over the years. With all the problems Toyota's are having now they might go back to testing things again. My 2020 felt like the engineering of some of the body parts and all the drive train was just slapped together without any testing to find the problems before production. Sort of like they did with the new Tundra today. I waited two years for the problems to get worked out before buying, the cars didn't improve and the engines got worse.
@OnlyMeee-ie3dw what a shame they destroyed the tundra with an absolute trash engine. I used to get into old Toyota and Hondas and they always felt better and more solid than their north American counterparts. Now everything seems so similar and cheap
Oh boy. Planned obsolescence example.
That's one way of putting it
Unfortunately this is what happens when you buy a 1st model year of a new product, should’ve waited another year tbf
Yes that's the Golden rule. I have a 2024 as a loaner and there's so many little things that are all fixed/added to make it much better now.
@@BCars_Garage very true
But it isnt the first year for that engine... it started in the accord in what 2017 2018?
@@ProjectMore69 2nd model year of the engine, 1st model year of the redesigned RDX, either way waiting till 2020 or 2021 would’ve been smarter
I don't believe that to be true most of the time it's the same parts that's being used
I have a 2014 mdx with 130,000 miles, great vehicle
I really like the new models but maybe that's the right direction good bang for the buck and very reliable.
@@BCars_Garage Me too but I will not get one until the engine falls out of mine. I like living without the burden of a car payment
I thought the head gasket issue was related to the 1.5T’s. I am Still waiting to hear back about the defective fuel pumps after being informed about their unavailability. And then there is a MAJOR defect with the 3.5 J’s. Hard to believe they screwed up the crankshaft journals using CNC’s. Do they Not have Inspectors checking the specs/tolerances? The Boeing Factor has taken over at Honda - it is now Quantity Control! Also warped rotors, low quality exhaust systems, defective body welds and many, many….. other problems.
There's starting to be enough of these rdx's out there with higher mileage so if this is an ongoing issue it will become apparent fairly quickly
@BCars_Garage Pardon me, I should have mentioned that I am dealing with a 2019 Pilot. Pretty much the same, but could be different lots or batches of parts that are affected.
@robertneal6878 the pilot is a 3.5 v6 what exactly is wrong with yours?
@BCars_Garage My ‘possible’ problem is ‘TBD’. Now that Honda is dealing with 500K fuel pump replacements, the engine issue is probably sidelined. A Neighbor had the engine on his Acura crap out. He junked it! If he knew he may have had a bogus engine, he could have had it replaced. Not a Happy Honda Owner for sure.
@robertneal6878 very unfortunate it sure seems like you just can't win anymore. Even the most trusted brands are having maalssive recalls and problems
what engine and transmission please?
@@bigdbassn4489 2.0 turbo 10 speed
It could be worse. Head gasket certainly not ideal, but at least fixable. At least your not driving a new Tundra which seems to have its own set of issues usually ending up in engine replacement.
I still can't believe toyota would release an engine that bad in anything they make. It really seems the brand has gone down hill in recent years
@@BCars_Garageit’s a new engine. I’m not making excuses for them but anything with turbo these days….hmmm lots to think about. Our lovely emissions to blame
It's the 0W10 oil they require now. Low tension piston rings. Direct injection etc.... I can go on and on ....
I just wish they could get it right again with all this technology you would think it's better but sadly we have gone in the other direction it seems...
@@thewiseguy3529 you are right
@@BCars_Garage "simpler engineered" will always be more reliable and more durable. I'm a firm believer in: "if it ain't broke, don't fix it."
I mean a head gasket is not cooked engine. I was thinking it threw a rod. A head gasket on a 2.0 is like a 2 hr job. I would rather have head gasket issue more than the lower end.
It should be quick and easy. It was an engine out ordeal new cylinder head. And in the shop for literally a month I just got it yesterday
Turbo engines will defeat Honda if they don't get it squared away soon. I like Honda first but Toyota is doing a better job on their standard cars
I'd much rather be in a honda/Acura than toyota but at the end of the day with how much cars cost now they better be reliable
It's all these turbos and technology is these cars I swear...
@NinjaPickups I agree an outrageous amount of engineering to get every last mpg for the epa coupled with all the added electronics as we push forward is making for a lot of issues...
This is a prime example of why auto manufacturers should not use forced induction on small engines to just perform and out perform their bigger displacement engines of the past. To some degree they have accomplished the performance aspect; however, they’re showing not being up to the task as far as longevity. These engines are under extreme stress. I am noticing a trend. Turbo engines of the past did not fail as early as these newer turbo charged engines. So what changed? The only thing I’ve noticed that changed in turbo engines is the demand to produce peak torque at low RPM (1300, 1600, 1700, etc). The turbo engines of the past can be problematic but they were not failing under 100,000 miles with proper care.
No thanks. I will keep my 5.0.
Old turbos barely made 8 lbs the rdx is 20.5 but many approaching 27+ out of a small turbo which creates immense heat and detonation issues if using poor fuel. Also they arrive at that massive rpm torque figure in order to get good mpg as per epa standards many including the rdx use an electronic waste gate getting full boost at low rpma and then tapering off in the upper rev range
@@BCars_GarageWell, good luck.
Say "thank you" to your government for that. Through it's strict CAFE regulations cars with ICEs will be extinct in near future.
Bring back the reliable V6 please
Get a mdx, problem solved
@@bob21colts that might be my next move
It is not going to happen. The G-O-V-E-R-N-M-E-N-T through it's CAFE regulations is killing cars with internal combustion engines.
The RDX 2.3 I4T has been troublesome since its inception many years ago and the v6 were better , but the new K20A4 is meh! Like anything with Honda and Toyota, not all their cars are as good as people claim. I like Honda and Toyota, but I am very selective in the engines I would recommend from them. They enjoyed high reliability with their simple I4, but their V6 and transmission attached to them have always had a fair share of issues.
I call you the liar. Honda or RDX never had 2.4 inline 4 Turbo engine.
2.0 turbo in this version I think it's only recently they've been having any sort of real issues with reliability
@@joesmith7377 haha! I missed it by .1 liters. The 2.3L K23A1 has always been troublesome. Maybe if they did a K24A3 turbo they would not be struggling.
The K20C4 appears to be meh!
They jacked you o just did a second look at a RDX after that said that same thing to my customer I did a leak down test on cylinder 3 it was pinned at 150 psi for over 30 min
It sure seems although the dealers try to avoid warranty work at all costs
2009 Acura mdx 186,000 no problems
Those are the Golden years of the mdx. Absolute excellent all around vehicle and rock solid reliability
Two things destroy engines. High pressure and heat. Guess what turbo makes?
100% but diesels and many other engines use them with great success and reliability. Taking a small turbo 4 cylinder and hammering it with over 20lbs of boost is never ideal imo atleast for longevity
my 2005 civic has cooling issues… seems like fancy honda get too hot
Seems to be the case
Honda turbos have been having head gasket and valve cover issues
Integral having problems as well. Unfortunate news
@@BCars_Garage yup. Because they use the same L15 engine. It’s unfortunate because it’s really good performance
Do your maintenance
Routine maintenance is always top priority especially with turbo cars. Some people go to Mexico to sit on a beach I take cars apart and put them together again because I'm bored.
2019s had a bunch of lemons. So those looking get a 2020+ RDX.
Hopefully they did some fixing over the years to straighten out the issues
I was looking to buy a used 2021 or newer RDX or TLX.. but when I hear stuff like this I'm rethinking stuff... Honda/Toyota is supposed to be reliable as you can get...
From what I'm hearing it doesn't sound like they are as good as they used to be
Blew up? Good grief. It’s a head gasket. Not ruined.
Perhaps they get changed on the regular but I've personally burned down a number of engines after I "felt like I caught it in time" and changed the headgasket. The reality is it overheated 3 or 4 times with the temp sensor maxed right out, had antifreeze going into the engine for over a month and required an engine our service in order to change the cylinder head as it was also bad. I mean sure there isn't rods hanging out or a window in the block, but when the engine gets stripped off the subframe and sitting on the ground in order to fix "just a gasket"....it's pretty bad
Thats sucks!! i got 2019 RDX with 8600k miles so far so good no leaks whatsoever.
That's extremely low miles for a 19. it's a great car hopefully your luck is better than mine
@@BCars_Garageopps my bad. it’s 86000 milesssss lol 86k. sorry bruh you got the lemon car
Since 2010, Honda has had a string of bad luck but I’d STILL pick them over a dogshit Kia!
It’s the Eco Freaks & electric car regulators who HAVE to prioritize MGPs that ruined it. Honda hopped on the “Turbo” bandwagon and every manufacturer has been having issues! Honda been having oil dilution issues because of it and their laziness in manufacturing has been leading to head gasket failures more often then they should.
They chose a CVT and now cars like my HRV is at risk of failure because CVTs are garbage! I still have faith in them because hopefully they’re learning from their mistakes & they are also NOT going full electric, but it’s still a tough day to buy a car at all nowadays
100% agree it doesn't matter what you buy chances are better than ever that you'll have some serious problems
Small motor turbos dont last. Find a used low mileage 6 cylinder RDX and spend the money you save on customizing it to your liking.
That's the smart money it seems these days. Find a solid low mile older vehicle and just make it yours
So basically, change the head "casket" on this engine after 50,000 miles. That's sad to hear. I always like that vehicle and think Acura got that terribly wrong
I'd like to think its a one off but sadly I think this will be the norm for many new vehicles with all the manufacturers using small turbo engines now. My sister's 2014 chevy cruze had 58k miles when her turbo went
Did they give you a loaner? As long as they are taking care of the issue and it's not costing me anything?. I am good. Dealerships are having a hard time finding experienced techs. I am not a mechanic but the first time you said loosing coolant but no leak(head gasket). Had a 01 civic 1.8Na same problem at 90k. I told them to change the head gasket. Got 330k from that engine.
@darrylcoleman3518 yes they're taking good care, loaner provided so I can't complain about that. I agree people are leaving that industry left right and center and new people aren't signing up to do it either. It's a big problem
Year ago Range Rover 2015 evoque..timing chain snapped while driving and unfortunately it’s an interference engine that car died at 80K. Now drive a simple overpriced used Camry 2020
I've heard nothing but horror stories good friend of mine had one had about 50k on it and the electric steering went bad cost almost 4gs he dumped it after that
I think the car will be fine once the engine is replaced
As long as it didn't wash out a cylinder in the process then yes as soon as I get it home I'm doing a compression test
No bro please dont mention German Engineering those engines are worse
More than anything they're a disaster to work on
3x 🍋 law. Just saying; they should have replaced coils and plugs during repair. Scam
Dealers always try to do as little as possible when doing these jobs because the manufacturer barely pays them hours. It's a top down problem and we pay for it unfortunately
Lemon law is one of the most difficult things to win. It literally has to be word for word the same description written up on the work repair. Technically it’s in the 4th repair, it’s after the 3rd repair. People don’t know that. And literally no company would lemon law a car with almost 80,000 miles. Trust me I went through a lemon law appeal on my 2021 Widebody ScatPack. Massively difficult.
@Hellcat71782 how did it work out though? Also...side note although I'm more of a gm guy the widebodys scats are absolutely beautiful cars. I was just outside of Detroit and 2 widebody hellcat chargers were weaving in and out flew by me in my truck. Beautiful car
@@Hellcat71782 agreed my brother lemoned out his '21 Cherokee limited, was a pain but the lawyer was able to get it go through finally. You just have to stay on top of it and have that arbitration lawyer in your corner Pocket .
@@gsxellence like in my case 1st time I went to the dealership I said my car is low on coolant. 2nd time I said I think my car is leaking coolant. And when you try lemon lawing a car those 2 repairs aren’t worded exactly the same. So by law it’s 2 different repairs. That’s one of the ways they get you. They even flew out a SRT specialist to read the black box on my car. Tooo me 5 months on a car I bought cash to replace the motor with no loaner car. Lemon law is one of the hardest things to do. Nobody will lemon law a car with 78,000 miles on it. Nobody
Audi rs6 performance or bust
Also good content man, not the busted car but it's noticeable the content your putting out.
O no you found me this is supposed to be undercover haha. I need better quality video but I basically refuse to use anything other than my phone. Sometimes the go pro but it's a pain and it's only marginally better
I accidentally deleted your reply lol. But thanks will keep on keepin on
Lol my 07 RDX has 387k miles
That's legit. Still on the original engine and trans or they been rebuilt?
@@BCars_Garage all original only thing I have replaced is the suspension
cars dont just "blow up" for no reason, its usually due to user error aka the owner of the car is a turd
@cantwealljustgetalong2 I know it's the easiest conclusion to jump to but not this time. Nothing but full synthetic oils run and changed often in every mechanical part of this vehicle which I've had since new. All highway driving cruising between 50 to 70 mph is easily 80 to 90% of the driving this thing got. Believe me when I say I was very surprised when this happened. Bone stock and always 91-93 run in it. I believe its just another classic example of engineered to fail.
Swap that crap motor into the old school J-serie 3.5L motor.
You'll see 500k miles and not 70k miles, lol.
Now that would be a funny video. I feel like I'd get a cease and dessist like ferrari does to all their customers 😄
acura quality fell off ages ago
@BB2001hjk seems to be everything 2018 or so and up having lots of problems
Honda/Acura are not good cars anymore. They're complete gabage nowadays. After this, I would stay away from all of them.
It feels so wrong to say that but this might be the last Honda/Acura powered vehicle in my stable for a while. Atleast when it comes to new ones. You can make a vehicle as nice and luxurious as you want but the engine and trans are the heartbeat and soul of any car.
@@BCars_Garage I understand how you feel. I used to love them. I finally had enough and had to throw in the towel.
@BCars_Garage Honda has gone the way of Boeing. The ‘Boeing Factor’ has taken over and Quality Control has been replaced with Quantity Control. Slap it together and ship it out!
Toyota/Lexus same thing lol. Most of the companies are going down now and days!!
@GBraidi78 that I could probably agree with. I have heard some complaints about some Toyota's and Lexus vehicles as well, so you still have to be careful and know what you're buying.
My 2011 camry with 140k has had one battery replacement 😂
@henrypacheco9048 those are some of the most reliable years of camry 140k is nothing
That’s why I’m trading in my 2013 TL for an MDX and not an RDX. I don’t like the idea of a turbo 4-banger, I’d rather have the bullet-proof V-6 like in my TL.
My sister bought a new 2022 MDX A SPEC when I got this thing. She does a lot less driving than me I think she has about 45000 miles give or take on it but trouble free and an absolute beauty of an suv
For sure a consumer issue with maintenance..
Dealer maintained since new all scheduled maintenance completed, trans flush, diff fluid, regular oil changes done. These things happen but it's unfortunate on my end after spending so much for a vehicle
More likely a lemon those cars will go 200.000 miles with same engine and tranny
That's what I was hoping. I absolutely love everything about these new RDX A specs but I'm so let down by this failure