Is the Acura ILX Reliable?

Q: Is the Acura ILX reliable?

The Acura ILX scores 71/100 on the VinCheckEngine reliability index, which rates as "Good" for the 2013–2022 model years. Run a free VIN report at vincheckengine.com for vehicle-specific analysis.

Q: What year ILX is most reliable?

Among recently analyzed years, the 2019 Acura ILX scored highest with a reliability score of 74/100. Fewer recalls and complaints were reported for that model year.

Q: How many miles does a ILX last?

With regular maintenance, most Acura ILX owners report 150,000–200,000+ miles of reliable service. High-mileage examples frequently appear at auction. Always verify with a VIN history report before purchasing a used ILX.

2013–2022 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.

The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other luxurys — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.

71/100

Good

Reliability Score

Total Recalls

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

Recall intensity (what drives the score)

2.2 recalls/yr vs. luxury median 0.0/yr

Safety record (separate score)

Lowno open investigations · 0 deaths, 0 injuries on record

Own a Acura ILX? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.

Acura ILX Reliability by Year

Model Year	Recalls	Complaints	Injuries	Deaths	Reliability Score	Rating
2022	—	—	—	—	Not enough data
2021	—	—	—	—	Not enough data
2020	—	—	—	—	Not enough data
2019	2	0	—	—	74	Good
2018	2	0	—	—	74	Good
2017	2	0	—	—	74	Good
2016	2	0	—	—	74	Good
2015	2	0	—	—	74	Good
2014	3	0	—	—	65	Good
2013	3	0	—	—	65	Good

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the ILX Compares to Similar Vehicles

Acura ILX71/100

Luxury Category Average70/100

The ILX scores 1 points above the average luxury — a strong result.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Acura ILX reliable?+

The Acura ILX scores 71/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 16 recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year ILX is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2019 ILX achieved the highest reliability score of 74/100 with 2 recalls and 0 complaints.

How many miles does a ILX last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Acura ILX owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used ILX will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

More Acura ILX Research

Common Problems

Detailed breakdown of every reported defect for the Acura ILX.

Years to Avoid

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Check a Specific Acura ILX VIN

Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.

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