2018 Acura RLX Hybrid recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2018 Acura RLX Hybrid, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

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Recalls may cover only some 2018 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Acura RLX Hybrid problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	1
Fuel/Propulsion System	1
Engine	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 11,800 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2018 Acura RLX Hybrid complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Feb 17, 2025

My engine malfunctioned by throwing a rod, causing the car to lose power and leak oil on the lower passenger side of the engine bay onto the floor below. I was driving to work on a busy highway at the time, and I had to pull over immediately to avoid collisions from other vehicles on the highway. The car immediately became undrivable. I had check engine lights visible on the dash after the incident and I could smell the oil that had leaked from the engine from inside the car. I had to call AAA to have them tow my car to the dealership for service. My engine had to be replaced. The engine had…

Power Train · at 11,800 miles · reported Dec 5, 2018

****note - add product**** vehicle with 11,800 miles, owned for 9 months. Turned into a parking lot, traveled ~100 feet at 8 MPH. Movement was on battery power, engine off. Experienced sudden acceleration to 18 MPH over a period of 3-4 seconds. Verified with dash camera GPS speed monitoring. Applied brakes, acceleration ceased and vehicle slowed. Took vehicle to dealer, no error codes or mechanical issues found.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Acura RLX Hybrid have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2018 Acura RLX Hybrid as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Acura RLX Hybrid?

Owners report power train problems most often (1 reports), followed by fuel/propulsion system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 11,800 miles.

Are Acura recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Acura dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.