Acura ILX Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Acura ILX model year (2013–2022) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Acura ILX Years to Avoid
6 recalls · 62 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 86
6 recalls · 46 complaints
4 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 72
5 recalls · 28 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 47
Best Acura ILX Years to Buy
0 recalls · 3 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Problem score: 3
0 recalls · 9 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 11
2 recalls · 9 complaints
Main area: VISIBILITY/WIPER
Problem score: 15
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Acura ILX — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 3 | 3 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 9 | 11 | Good |
| 2020 | 2 | 9 | 15 | Good |
| 2019 | 5 | 29 | 46 | Caution |
| 2018 | 4 | 22 | 34 | Caution |
| 2017 | 4 | 18 | 32 | Caution |
| 2016 | 6 | 46 | 72 | Avoid |
| 2015 | 4 | 19 | 33 | Caution |
| 2014 | 5 | 28 | 47 | Caution |
| 2013 | 6 | 62 | 86 | Avoid |
Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.
Acura ILX Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2022Recent ILX models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. The 2022 stands out with just 3 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2017Mid-decade ILX units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2017 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year ILX should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2013 Acura ILX if possible. It has 6 recalls, 62 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is AIR BAGS. The overall problem score is 86 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year ILX to buy?+
The 2022 Acura ILX is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 3. It has only 0 recalls and 3 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which ILX has the fewest problems?+
The 2022, 2021, 2020 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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