The 2013 Acura RDX has 63 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 18 part types and 16 brands, covering the 3.5L V6 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2013 Acura RDX, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. Most of the listed parts are CV Axle (15 parts), Transfer Case Fluid (6 parts) and Axle Shaft Seal (5 parts). The other 15 part types cover the remaining 37 parts.
The 2013 Acura RDX came with a single engine, the 3.5L V6, and every part is verified against it.
16 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 2013 Acura RDX, led by SKF (9 parts), WJB / INMOTION PARTS (9 parts) and VALVOLINE (6 parts), plus 13 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 2013 Acura RDX. 6 parts have it, including SKF 12605A (Axle Shaft Seal) and APWI HO8515 (CV Axle). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Axle Shaft Bearing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF | SC0889 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Axle Shaft bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
This group shows a single part: SKF SC0889.
Axle Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF Popular | 12605A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear | View on Amazon |
| SKF | 16541A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN | SL260469 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS12605A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear0.335 Width | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS16541A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals where an axle shaft exits the housing. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
5 Axle Shaft Seal parts are listed for the 2013 Acura RDX, from SKF, WJB / INMOTION PARTS and TIMKEN. SKF 12605A carries the "Popular" badge.
Part numbers include SKF 12605A, SKF 16541A and TIMKEN SL260469, among others listed above.
CV Axle
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUTO EXTRA | HO88742 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | LeftFront | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APWI Popular | HO8515 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular | TN50022 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular | TN50023 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| APWI | HO8568 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| GSP | NCV21060 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear Left | View on Amazon |
| GSP | NCV21059 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear Right | View on Amazon |
| GSP | NCV21062 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| GSP | NCV21063 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH | TN50021 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear Left | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH | TN50020 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear Right | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE | HO8596 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear Left | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE | HO8595 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear Right | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE | HO8587 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | AAR Joint Design | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE | HO8599 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | AAR Joint Design | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
15 CV Axle parts are listed for the 2013 Acura RDX, from TOP NOTCH, GSP, TRAKMOTIVE and 2 other brands. APWI HO8515 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, AUTO EXTRA supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is AUTO EXTRA HO88742.
The Standard Replacement section lists 14 options from TOP NOTCH, GSP, TRAKMOTIVE and 1 other brand — built to original-equipment specification. APWI HO8515 is listed in this group.
CV Intermediate Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAKMOTIVE | HO3516 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right | View on Amazon |
This table covers the CV Intermediate shafts.
This group shows a single part: TRAKMOTIVE HO3516.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BECK/ARNLEY | 1032927 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY | 1032888 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Fits Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH | DX634 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH | DX900 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.
4 CV Joint Boot parts are listed for the 2013 Acura RDX, from BECK/ARNLEY and MEVOTECH.
This group includes BECK/ARNLEY 1032927, BECK/ARNLEY 1032888 and MEVOTECH DX634 and the remaining parts above.
Differential Carrier Bearing / Race
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF | BR153 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | LeftAutomatic trans. | View on Amazon |
| SKF | BR149 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | RightAutomatic trans. | View on Amazon |
Differential Oil Temperature Sensor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BECK/ARNLEY | 1581807 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Oil temperature sensors. Typical signs include hard cold starts, a fan that never comes on, or a gauge that disagrees with the scan tool. A sensor that reads open or shorted is usually the part; an implausible-but-smooth reading can be wiring.
One part is listed for the 2013 Acura RDX — BECK/ARNLEY 1581807.
Differential Pinion Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCHAEFFLER | SS6611 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear | View on Amazon |
| SKF | 12605A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | RearAWD | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN | SL260469 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | RearAWD | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS12605A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | RearAWD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the differential pinion yoke. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
4 Differential Pinion Seal parts are listed for the 2013 Acura RDX, from SCHAEFFLER, SKF, TIMKEN and 1 other brand.
Listed part numbers: SCHAEFFLER SS6611, SKF 12605A and TIMKEN SL260469, plus the other parts above.
Differential Repair Sleeve
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL | 99157 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rearwith Honda VTM-4 System | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS99157 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rearwith Honda VTM-4 System | View on Amazon |
This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Differential seal surface.
2 Differential Repair Sleeve parts for the 2013 Acura RDX come from 2 brands — NATIONAL and WJB / INMOTION PARTS.
Part numbers include NATIONAL 99157 and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS99157.
Differential Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL | 710798 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rearwith Honda VTM-4 Differential | View on Amazon |
| SCHAEFFLER | SS6611 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN | 710798 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS710798 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rearwith Honda VTM-4 Differential | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Differential. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
4 Differential Seal parts for the 2013 Acura RDX come from 4 brands — NATIONAL, SCHAEFFLER, TIMKEN and 1 other brand.
This group includes NATIONAL 710798 and SCHAEFFLER SS6611 and the remaining parts above.
Drive Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN | 986385 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Length: 83.625" | View on Amazon |
| GSP | PS900101 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear2 Piece Shaft | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH | TN2114PS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear2 Piece Shaft | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WDS86385 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | RearAWD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the driveshafts that carry torque from the transmission or transfer case.
4 Drive Shaft parts for the 2013 Acura RDX come from 4 brands — DORMAN, GSP, TOP NOTCH and 1 other brand.
Part numbers include DORMAN 986385, GSP PS900101 and TOP NOTCH TN2114PS, among others listed above.
Gear Oil
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BECK/ARNLEY | 3410300 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Eneos Dual Pump System | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle.
One part is listed for the 2013 Acura RDX — BECK/ARNLEY 3410300.
Transfer Case Fluid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular | VV820 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Daily Protection SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Popular | VV975 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 889785 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 882505 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 723856 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil5 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | VV822 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Daily Protection SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil16 Gallon KEG | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fluids specified for the transfer case. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.
VALVOLINE supplies the 6 Transfer Case Fluid parts for the 2013 Acura RDX. VALVOLINE VV820 carries the "Popular" badge.
This group includes VALVOLINE VV820, VALVOLINE VV975 and VALVOLINE 889785 and the remaining parts above.
Transfer Case Input Shaft Repair Sleeve
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA | NS99147 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| NATIONAL | 99147 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | AWDwith Borg-Warner ITM-II Transfer Case | View on Amazon |
| SCHAEFFLER | SR3476 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | 16.99 mm Width38 MM Outside Diameter | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS99147 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Installation Depth: 0.98399999999999999 In | View on Amazon |
This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Transfer Case Input Shaft seal surface.
4 Transfer Case Input Shaft Repair Sleeve parts for the 2013 Acura RDX come from 4 brands — BCA, NATIONAL, SCHAEFFLER and 1 other brand.
Listed part numbers: BCA NS99147, NATIONAL 99147 and SCHAEFFLER SR3476, plus the other parts above.
Transfer Case Input Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL | 710721 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | AWD | View on Amazon |
| SKF | 18883A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS710721 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Outside Diameter: 2.4489999999999998 In | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS18883A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Transfer Case Input Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
4 Transfer Case Input Shaft Seal parts for the 2013 Acura RDX come from 3 brands — WJB / INMOTION PARTS, NATIONAL and SKF.
This group includes NATIONAL 710721, SKF 18883A and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS710721 and the remaining parts above.
Transfer Case Output Shaft Bearing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSK | 16001 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | 12 MM ID | View on Amazon |
| NSK | 16002 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | 15 MM ID | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Transfer Case Output Shaft bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
2 Transfer Case Output Shaft Bearing parts for the 2013 Acura RDX come from NSK.
Transfer Case Output Shaft Repair Sleeve
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF | 99139 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Shaft Diameter: 1.378 In | View on Amazon |
This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Transfer Case Output Shaft seal surface.
One part is listed for the 2013 Acura RDX — SKF 99139.
Transfer Case Output Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCHAEFFLER | SS5926 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | 2.45" O.D. X 0.35" Width | View on Amazon |
| SKF | 14921 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Transfer Case Output Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
2 Transfer Case Output Shaft Seal parts are listed for the 2013 Acura RDX, from SCHAEFFLER and SKF.
Listed part numbers: SCHAEFFLER SS5926 and SKF 14921.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2013 Acura RDX
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Confirm you have the 3.5L V6 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Axle and Transfer Case Fluid .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2013 Acura RDX?
Our catalog currently lists 63 drivetrain parts for the 2013 Acura RDX across 18 subcategories and 16 brands, covering the 3.5L V6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2013 Acura RDX?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2013 Acura RDX was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2013 Acura RDX?
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.5L V6 engine. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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