At the shop, Acura visibility issues have a recognizable signature. 291 documented complaints across 26 year-model entries from 2005 to 2024 is consistent with what we see come in. The 2019 Acura RDX is the standout — roughly 31% of the visibility complaint volume on Acura's record traces to that year-model. Most reports are nuisance-grade rather than safety-critical — but the volume itself is the signal. Repair cost runs around $350 on average — relatively low for an aggregated category. Wipers, washers, backup camera, defroster — exercise all of them on the test drive. None of these failures are emergencies but they add up.
ProblemsByVin ACURA / VISIBILITY
26 model-year entries · 2005–2024
Acura visibility problems
291 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Acura vehicles for visibility issues. 1 active recall campaign. See visibility across all makes →
Complaints
291
Recalls
1
Year-models
26
Avg fix
$350
2injuries
Worst-affected Acura model-years for visibility Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2019 Acura RDX
91 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2020 Acura RDX
80 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2021 Acura RDX
14 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2022 Acura RDX
10 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2015 Acura TLX
9 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2019 Acura MDX
8 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2018 Acura MDX
6 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2015 Acura RDX
6 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2009 Acura TL
6 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2016 Acura TLX
5 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2014 Acura MDX
5 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2013 Acura RDX
5 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2022 Acura MDX
4 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2020 Acura MDX
4 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2014 Acura RDX
4 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2007 Acura RDX
4 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2024 Acura MDX
3 complaints · ~$350 severe
2020 Acura ILX
3 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2015 Acura MDX
3 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2011 Acura MDX
3 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2009 Acura TSX
3 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2008 Acura TL
3 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2006 Acura TL
3 complaints · ~$350 moderate
2005 Acura TL
3 complaints · 1 recall · ~$350 severe
2005 Acura MDX
3 complaints · ~$350 moderate
Active recalls — Acura visibility 1 on file
Honda is recalling 129,600 my 2004-2005 Acura tl vehicles
If the circuit breaker fails, it will cause the windshield wiper motor to become inoperative, which can increase the likelihood of a crash in certain conditions.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the windshield wiper motor for signs of corrosion. If no signs of corrosion are present, a snorkel tube will be added to the wiper motor breather port to prevent water from entering the wiper motor housing and foam tape will be installed on the cowl above the wiper motor to direct water away from the wiper motor. If signs of corrosion damage are observed on the wiper motor, the motor will be replaced, and the breather tube and foam tape will also be installed to prevent water intrusion on the new wiper motor. The recall began on april 28, 2008. Owners may contact Acura at 1-800-382-2238.
Common questions
How many Acura visibility complaints are on file with NHTSA?
291 complaints across 26 model-year entries from 2005 to 2024. 1 active recall campaigns cover visibility issues across the Acura lineup.
Which Acura model has the most visibility complaints?
The 2019 Acura RDX leads with 91 complaints in this category. Next: 2020 RDX (80) and 2021 RDX (14).
What does it cost to fix Acura visibility problems?
Independent shops average $350 for visibility repairs across the Acura lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Acura visibility recalls?
Yes — 1 active recall campaign covers visibility on Acura vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Acura.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.