Rollover possibility in NHTSA’s defined scenario: 15.5%.
Equipment reported in the NHTSA test record
Electronic stability control · Standard
Forward-collision warning · Optional
Lane-departure warning · Optional
The NHTSA record was matched using the decoded model year, make, model, body, drivetrain and any required cab or powertrain details. Source naming differences do not combine different configurations.
Ratings describe a tested configuration, not the condition or crash history of this individual used vehicle. Compare NHTSA overall and frontal ratings only within the same vehicle class and within 250 pounds of curb weight.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings · Record 11017. Retrieved Nov 15, 2026.
Autorrive assessment
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Additional independent testing
IIHS evaluates crash protection, crash prevention and equipment using its own tests and grading system.
A verified independent assessment is not yet included in this report. NHTSA results above remain separate from an Autorrive composite score.
Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Blind-spot warning (BSW) Yes
Lane-departure warning (LDW) Dealer reported
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Brake assist Yes
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Dealer reported
Backup / rearview camera
Recalls, investigations and service information +
Open safety recalls
A current VIN-specific recall result is not available in this report. Crash-test ratings do not establish whether recalls have been repaired. Ask the dealer for the current recall status and completed repair records for this VIN.
VIN: 5J8TB4H52HL024553
Matched year, make and model · not VIN-specific
NHTSA investigations and service information
Defect investigations
1 NHTSA investigation found for this model year
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
NHTSA action: EA21002 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Opened Sep 17, 2021
Manufacturer communications
120 communications found for this model year
These records can include service bulletins, repair instructions, campaigns, warranty extensions, software updates and other manufacturer notices. The total is not a problem rate or reliability score.
View example records
Document 11017327
Dealer Message - Torque converters may not have been manufactured to proper specifications. As a result, the torque converter lock-up clutch cannot provide adequate holding force due to pressure bleeding down through a crack in the lock-up piston. The reduced lock-up clutch capacity results in the MIL not illuminating. D flashes and Transmission Overheat message appears setting DTC P0741 Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck OFF.
Document 11017329
Service Bulletin - The lock-up clutch cannot provide adequate holding force due to pressure bleeding down through a crack in the lock up piston. The reduced lock-up clutch capacity results in the transmission indicator flashing D and set DTC P0741 Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck OFF.
Document 11019892
Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, the torque converter lock-up clutch cannot provide adequate holding force due to pressure bleeding down through a crack in the lock-up piston. The reduced lock-up clutch capacity results in the transmission indicator flashing D and sets DTC P0741 Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off.
Document 11019894
Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, the torque converter lock-up clutch cannot provide adequate holding force due to pressure bleeding down through a crack in the lock-up piston. The reduced lock-up clutch capacity results in the transmission indicator flashing D and sets DTC P0741 Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off.
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Vehicle information checked Nov 15, 2026. Model-level information is identified separately from equipment reported for this VIN.
Vehicle specifications
Specifications and features
VIN-decoded specifications
Engine horsepower
279 hp
Gross vehicle weight rating
Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
Curb weight
3,945 lb
Dealer-provided specifications
Engine
3.5L SOHC V6 24V i-VTEC
Dealer-listed features 21
Cruise Control
Lane Departure Warning
Backup Camera
Collision Avoidance
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
AWD
Sunroof/Moonroof
Adaptive Cruise Control
Remote Cargo Access
Push Start
Power Seats
Homelink
Keyless Entry
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Leather Seats
Automatic Climate Control
Premium Audio
Alloy Wheels
Technology Package
VIN-decoded details come from NHTSA vPIC. Features are listed by the dealer for this vehicle; confirm equipment with the dealer.
Exact VIN decode
Factory configuration and equipment
Vehicle type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seat rows
2
Engine
3.5L · 6-cylinder · V-Shaped
Engine manufacturer
Honda
Engine model
J35Z2
Engine cooling
Water
Valve train
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Manufactured in
EAST LIBERTY, OHIO, UNITED STATES (USA)
Source: NHTSA vPIC. Decoded Nov 15, 2026. Blank fields are omitted because manufacturer VIN reporting varies.
Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 8 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Daytime running lightsStandard
Automatic high-beam switchingStandard
Rear visibility systemStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Collision AvoidanceDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Nov 15, 2026.
Document 10175809
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2013-2017 RDXs with a client complaint of paint peeling on the rear roof panel. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Document 10176272
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2013-2017 RDXs with a client complaint of paint peeling on the rear roof panel. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Checked Nov 15, 2026. Records match 2017 Acura RDX, not a specific VIN.
EPA-matched vehicle configuration
Fuel economy, emissions and ownership estimates
City
19 MPG
Highway
27 MPG
Combined
22 MPG
Fuel type
Premium Gasoline
EPA vehicle category
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel used per 100 miles
4.5 gallons
Estimated annual fuel cost
$3,400
Estimated monthly fuel cost
$283
Estimated fuel cost per 100 miles
$22.67
EPA five-year additional cost
$6,250
Tailpipe CO₂
402 g/mile
Greenhouse gas score
5 of 10
Fuel economy score
5 of 10
Automatic engine stop/start
Not equipped
Cylinder deactivation
Equipped
Petroleum use
13.5 barrels/year
Matched to this vehicle's decoded configuration: RDX AWD · Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L. Source: U.S. EPA. Retrieved Nov 15, 2026.
Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Some equipment sources are temporarily unavailable. Available evidence is shown below; these checks are incomplete.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Blind-spot warning (BSW) Yes
Lane-departure warning (LDW) Dealer reported
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Brake assist Yes
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Dealer reported
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 8 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Daytime running lightsStandard
Automatic high-beam switchingStandard
Rear visibility systemStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Collision AvoidanceDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Nov 15, 2026.