Acura RLX recalls and problems

7 recalls and 113 owner complaints for 7 model years. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls
7
Complaints
113
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
1

Choose a model year

Acura RLX by year

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesDeaths
2020 RLX130000
2019 RLX300000
2018 RLX160000
2017 RLX030100
2016 RLX061010
2015 RLX3110000
2014 RLX5841000

Most reported Acura RLX problems

Problem areaReports
Steering59
Suspension24
Electrical System14
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)13
Engine11
Unknown or Other8
Wheels7
Forward Collision Avoidance7
Lane Departure5
Vehicle Speed Control4

All Acura RLX recalls

RecallDateYearsComponentSummary
23V-858Dec 18, 20232014–2015, 2018–2020Fuel System, GasolineHonda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022…
20V-314May 28, 20202019Fuel System, GasolineHonda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit…
19V-298Apr 12, 20192019Engine and Engine CoolingHonda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles.
15V-301May 20, 20152014–2015Forward Collision AvoidanceHonda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX 2WD and AWD, RLX and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles.
14V-792Dec 16, 20142014–2015Exterior LightingAmerican Honda Motor Co.
14V-639Oct 10, 20142014Seat BeltsAmerican Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to August 25, 2014, and 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to November…
13V-622Dec 16, 20132014SuspensionAmerican Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured August 7, 2012, through November 5, 2013.

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Acura RLX?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2014 Acura RLX has the most reports (84). Check the 2014 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Acura RLX have?

NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls covering Acura RLX model years 2014–2015, 2018–2020.

What are the most common Acura RLX problems?

Owners report steering, suspension, electrical system problems most often.