Acura RLX complaints by model year
112 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2014 | 84 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2014–2020. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 49 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 17 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Acura RLX recalls (7)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one RLX model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V858000 | Dec 18, 2023 | Fuel Pump May Fail | 2014–2020 | 76.7% |
| 20V314000 | May 28, 2020 | Fuel Pump May Fail | 2019 | 96.1% |
| 19V298000 | Apr 12, 2019 | Timing Belt Teeth May Separate | 2019 | 93.7% |
| 15V301000 | May 20, 2015 | Activation of Collision Mitigation Braking System | 2014, 2015 | 95.8% |
| 14V792000 | Dec 16, 2014 | Delamination of Headlight Aluminum Film/FMVSS 108 | 2014, 2015 | 97.5% |
| 14V639000 | Oct 10, 2014 | Front Seat Belts Not may not Function in Cold | 2014 | 94.9% |
| 13V622000 | Dec 16, 2013 | Loosening Of Lower Control Arm Bolts | 2014 | 99.2% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4 dr fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Acura RLX FAQ
How many recalls has the Acura RLX had?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns that cover at least one Acura RLX model year from 2014 to 2020. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Acura RLX year has the most complaints?
Among the last 6 model years with settled counts, the 2014 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (84) and the 2020 the fewest (2). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Acura RLX problems?
Across the 2014–2020 model years, owners most often name the steering, suspension, electrical system in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Acura RLX get?
EPA rates the 2020 Acura RLX at 23 to 28 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.