Recall 25V582 affects 17,330 2025 Acura Rdx vehicles for miscalibrated EPS software. Repair is free at any franchised Acura dealer.
Acura is recalling 17,330 2025 Rdx vehicles because an electric power steering assist software calibration problem can send the system into failsafe mode and remove power steering assist. The loss of assist requires greater steering effort and raises crash or injury risk; Acura dealers will update the software free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The electric power steering system on the 2025 Acura Rdx uses an electronic control unit to add steering assist when you turn the wheel. In recall 25V582, the affected part is the EPS control computer and its software. The system is supposed to read steering input, vehicle mode, and driver-assistance activity, then add the right amount of help at the wheel.
On affected Rdx vehicles, the EPS software was calibrated with an incorrect steering returnability value. That value helps the steering wheel return after a turn. During a sharp steering input in Comfort mode with Lane Keeping Assist active, the computer can read the steering request as outside its safety limit. It then switches into failsafe mode, a protective state that removes power steering assist.
If this happens, the steering wheel gets much heavier because the assist is gone. The warning sign is that the EPS warning indicators illuminate in the instrument cluster before or during the problem.
Who's affected?
| 2025 Acura Rdx | power steering system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 17,330 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2025 Acura Rdx is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loss of power steering assist means the vehicle takes more effort to steer, especially at lower speeds, and that higher effort increases the risk of a crash or injury. If the EPS warning indicators light in the instrument cluster, drive cautiously and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Acura dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Acura Rdx is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Acura dealer to schedule the free EPS software reprogramming that helps prevent loss of power steering assist.
- Bring the owner letter Acura mailed, or reference recall number 25V582 when you call.
- Call Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138 with questions before your dealer appointment.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra room for steering corrections if the wheel feels heavy.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Acura technician reprograms the electric power steering software so the assist system uses the correct calibration. The software update is free under the recall, with parts and labor covered by Acura. If you've already paid out of pocket for a related electric power steering repair before the recall notice, Acura's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring the repair invoice, proof of payment, and any related service paperwork to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 5, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 6, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| September 6, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 17, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 20, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V582?
Recall 25V582 covers 17,330 2025 Acura Rdx vehicles with electric power steering software that is not calibrated properly. The system can enter failsafe mode and lose power steering assist. Acura dealers will reprogram the EPS software for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Acura Rdx is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V582. If it is, contact a franchised Acura dealer to schedule the EPS software reprogramming. Reference recall number 25V582 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Acura dealers will reprogram the electric power steering software free of charge, including parts and labor for the recall repair.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is heavier steering effort if power steering assist is lost. That added effort can make the vehicle harder to control and increase the risk of a crash or injury. The free dealer repair corrects the EPS software calibration.
When were owners notified?
Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2025. A mailed letter is not the final test for your vehicle, especially if you moved or bought the vehicle used. Check your VIN, then call an Acura dealer with recall number 25V582.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V582000 |
|---|---|
| Acura customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V582 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V582000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →