There are no safety recalls for the 2016 Acura RLX, but owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
2016 Acura RLX problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Structure | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Suspension | 2 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
Most reported parts
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 19,700 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 2016 Acura RLX complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Jul 29, 2026
The car died on the freeway, tow truck towed contacted mechanic next day and they came and diagnosed the car and needed a crank shaft sensor and change was complete. Car is still showing the same issues stalls approximately 30 to 40 mins of idle I had mechanic pull live data stream from scanner upon monitoring short term fuel trim bank 1 still shows that the fuel pump is seizing one warm, causing the car to stall, which is a huge safety issue I have a 5 month old and 8 year old in the car when she stalled on the freeway. Pump is seizing when itâs hot.
Steering · at 70,000 miles · reported Apr 25, 2021
The vehicle is equipped with 4 wheel steering. The rear wheels are controled by the computer. While maneuvering in a parking lot or after sharp turns the rear wheels do not respond to driver input. The wheels get stuck in the wrong direction and the driver must correct direction of travel to compensate. The steering actuators were replaced by dealership and the issues is still happening
Electrical System · at 19,700 miles · reported Oct 1, 2020
The contact owns a 2016 acura rlx. The contact stated that after loading groceries into the trunk of the vehicle, the trunk to was manually closed however, the trunk unlocked independently. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there was no fix for the failure. The contact stated that the manufacturer admitted that the failure was due to a design flaw. A case number was provided. The vehicle was taken to vern eide acura (4030 s grange ave, sioux falls, sd 57105, where the dealer replaced two new antennas for the remote used to unlocked the trunk, and a…
Suspension · at 15,400 miles · reported Aug 7, 2016
3 sidewall separations on 3 different wheel locations in normal driving after hitting moderate potholes at between 30-40 MPH. The mid profile michelin primacy OEM tires, 19 inch wheels, and suspension do not function safely on this heavy sedan. The risk of even a small pothole, expansion joint, or manhole is a danger since the sidewalls get cut without actually blowing out, so a blowout could happen at any time. It is noteworthy that I have never had this issue with a tire in a million miles of driving over 35+ years. To have 3 in 5 months screams of a safety issue which michelin denies and…
Air Bags · at 985 miles · reported Jul 7, 2016
I was involved in a moderate to severe frontal crash driving down a road and a left turning driver struck my car the knee airbag was the only airbag to deploy causing leg.pain due to the air bag in the steering wheel not going off caused neck, back pain with headaches along with pain going into my legs. The car is showing two air bag codes car is a 2016 acura rlx
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Acura RLX have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2016 Acura RLX as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Acura RLX?
Owners report structure problems most often (2 reports), followed by unknown or other (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 19,700 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.