Is the Acura ILX Reliable?
2013–2022 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Acura ILX Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2021 | 0 | 3 | — | — | 97 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 2 | 6 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 4 | 16 | 1 | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 3 | 8 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 3 | 9 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 5 | 33 | 3 | — | 77 | Good |
| 2015 | 3 | 10 | 1 | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2014 | 4 | 18 | 2 | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2013 | 5 | 38 | 2 | — | 78 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the ILX Compares to Similar Vehicles
The ILX scores 16 points above the average luxury — a strong result.
Known Acura ILX Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 141 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Acura ILX reliable?+
The Acura ILX scores 86/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 29 recall campaigns and 141 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year ILX is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2021 ILX achieved the highest reliability score of 97/100 with 0 recalls and 3 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.
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