Acura ILX Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
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Acura ILX — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022Best | 0 | 3 | 0 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE | Full report → |
| 2021 | 0 | 9 | 1 | AIR BAGS | Full report → |
| 2020 | 2 | 9 | 0 | VISIBILITY/WIPER | Full report → |
| 2019Worst | 5 | 29 | 1 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | Full report → |
| 2018 | 4 | 22 | 0 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | Full report → |
| 2017 | 4 | 18 | 1 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Full report → |
Most Common ILX Problems
Based on 90 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Acura ILX Reliability
What year ILX has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 Acura ILX had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 29 complaints and 5 safety recalls. See the full 2019 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Acura ILX reliable?
The Acura ILX has accumulated 90 owner-filed complaints and 15 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2022 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used ILX.
What are the most common ILX problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Acura ILX across recent model years are: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE (20 reports), FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (12 reports), SERVICE BRAKES (7 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (6 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my ILX has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Acura ILX using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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