konyo1

Does anyone else have a squeaky rear hatch when they lower it? My 2020 A-Spec makes a short squeak noise when first closing from the open position. Doesn't seem to make it when opening.

Any tips on where to spray some lubricant?

Jfkmk

I thought there was a TSB for this, but I’m not sure. I had the issue and Acura repaired it for me.

jmhumr

Squeak or groan?

supafamous

Yep, definitely a TSB. I also had it fixed for free - springs in the hatch were replaced.

anoop

Had this problem with my 2019. There’s a TSB for it. But I don’t think it would be covered if the car is out of warranty.

Legend2TL

Our 2017 CR-V has a squeaky rear hatch and I use some 100% silicon spray lubricant (CRC Heavy Duty Silicone Spray) on the right strut (the power strut) inner smaller tube. The following video shows how for a Toyota. Majority of the power lift hatches use these type of power servo struts, the inner tube sliding in/out of the outer tube cause the noise. Do not use WD40, use a dry lubricant like silicone or the graphite spray in the video. Use a rag or paper towel to shield any overspray from getting on the body paint.

anoop

See #4
https://enginepatrol.com/acura-rdx-common-problems/

russianDude

Mine squeaks once in a while, but when you try again its non reproducible. So I did not bother even telling this to a dealer, these guys dismiss everything anyway

konyo1

The problem is that the struts on the 2020 RDX aren't exposed like in your video. They are covered by plastic trim.

Does anyone know how best to get at the struts/hinges to spray in lube without disassembling all of the plastic trim?

Legend2TL

Sorry, just checked and the RDX has a totally different lift servomotor. Yeah, it's well hidden under plastic covers.

anoop

Never hurts to bring it up. Once it’s documented they may apply the fix if you complain repeatedly or if small enough.

konyo1

Has anyone removed the plastic trim and actually fixed the problem? I removed the curved piece for the right side hinge and sprayed lubricant inside on some bolts and what looked like a piston.. still makes noise briefly when rear hatch first starts to close.