2020 ACURA ILX
2 recalls, 10 complaints - 95 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
25V859000 Dec 11, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Acura ILX vehicles. Contaminated brake fluid may cause a seal inside the brake master cylinder to deform, which can cause an internal brake fluid leak and reduce brake function.
Consequence
Reduced brake function can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is RN5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov... Read more
23V858000 Dec 18, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, F... Read more
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Complaint Statistics
10 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STEERING | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 23, 2025
Incident date: Nov 11, 2025
While the car was in operation a message popped up with flashing red light and said drive unit issue car powering down. It went into neutral. Turns out the inverter and rear drive unit had to be replaced
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 11, 2025
Incident date: Oct 23, 2023
My car has been well maintained and always taken for service according to recommendations from the manufacturer. My brakes have ALWAYS squealed since I first bought it new but apparently there’s nothing they can do about it so I’ve just dealt with it. Now a more serious concern I am having after... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
Apr 11, 2025
Incident date: Mar 30, 2025
I had the recall work done for the back up camera that freezes while I am reversing. After the recall has been completed, it still freezes/glitches while I'm backing up. Nothing changed after they performed the recall work. I do believe that the technician performed the work he was told to, but it ... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Mar 11, 2025
Incident date: Mar 11, 2025
Sunroof is not closing
STEERING
Jan 17, 2025
Incident date: Jan 1, 2025
The CV joint in the steering system clicks when turning to the right and left while accelerating.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dec 6, 2024
Incident date: Dec 6, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Escape. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated and was flashing off and on. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that there was no coolant in the coolant reservoir. The vehicle was taken to the local mechani... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dec 6, 2024
Incident date: Dec 6, 2024
See attached document for complaint.
STEERING
Oct 6, 2023
Incident date: Oct 14, 2022
- The power steering does not work. - The car is very difficult to steer especially at slower speeds, which increases the risk of an accident. - The car has been taken in for service and verified by the dealership "Walt Sweeney Ford" in Cincinnati, Ohio - The warning light in the vehicle says "Pow... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Nov 9, 2022
Incident date: Aug 18, 2022
The factory original windshield wipers caused micro scratches in the glass. Dirt cannot be thoroughly cleaned from the scratches and collects more dirt during driving. When facing the sun, dirt particles in the scratches reflect in the scratches obstructing clear vision. Changing windshield wipers a... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 1, 2021
Incident date: Aug 8, 2020
CON 127 MILLAS DE USO Y MIENTRAS EL VEHCULO ESTABA EN MOVIMIENTO EN EL ESTACIONAMIENTO DE UN CENTRO COMERCIAL SE APAG EL VEHICULO Y NO PRENDI. EL VEHCULO SE COMPR EL 08/01/2020 TENA UNA SEMANA DE COMPRADO.
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2020 ACURA ILX
2020 Acura ILX 4 DR FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 10.7% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2020 ACURA ILX
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM-S8) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 24.0 | 34.0 | 28.0 | Premium | $2,750 |
CO2 Emissions: 316.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 ACURA ILX
95 manufacturer communications from 72 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 26 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 15 |
| 010000 STEERING | 10 |
| 199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | 8 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 7 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 5 |
| 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 4 |
B23-012
Aug 24, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Service Bulletin - Vehicle owner notices condensation or moisture trapped inside one or both headlight assemblies that does not evaporate from the lamp due to the headlight making contact with a body panel creating a separation in the adhes
B23-012
Aug 24, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Service Bulletin - Vehicle owner notices condensation or moisture trapped inside one or both headlight assemblies that does not evaporate from the lamp due to the headlight making contact with a body panel creating a separation in the adhes
B23-012
Jun 9, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin - The headlight making contact with a body panel can create a separation in the adhesive between the headlight lens and the housing, allowing moisture to enter the headlight.
B23-012
Jun 9, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Service Bulletin - The headlight making contact with a body panel can create a separation in the adhesive between the headlight lens and the housing, allowing moisture to enter the headlight.
BTI&12062022
Dec 6, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2022 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect th
BTI&11282022909
Nov 28, 2022
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2022 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect th
BTI&11282022909
Nov 28, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2022 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect th
BTI&11122022908
Nov 12, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2022 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect th
BTI&10112022902
Oct 11, 2022
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILX with a client complaint of a brake pedal that intermittently goes soft or goes to the floor. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM
BPaS05252022901
May 25, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY front driveshafts as well as driveshafts that are being replaced for issues other than noise (e.g. torn CV boot, leaking, vibration, etc.) from certain 2020 ILXs wh
BPaS05202022901
May 20, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY front driveshafts as well as driveshafts that are being replaced for issues other than noise (e.g. torn CV boot, leaking, vibration, etc.) from certain 2020 ILXs wh
BPaS05062022902
May 6, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY front driveshafts as well as driveshafts that are being replaced for issues other than noise (e.g. torn CV boot, leaking, vibration, etc.) from certain 2020 ILXs wh
BPaS04262022902
Apr 26, 2022
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY front driveshafts as well as driveshafts that are being replaced for issues other than noise (e.g. torn CV boot, leaking, vibration, etc.) from certain 2020 ILXs wh
BPaS04262022902
Apr 26, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY front driveshafts as well as driveshafts that are being replaced for issues other than noise (e.g. torn CV boot, leaking, vibration, etc.) from certain 2020 ILXs wh
BTI&04132022903
Apr 13, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&04132022903
Apr 13, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BPaS04122022902
Apr 12, 2022
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY front driveshafts as well as driveshafts that are being replaced for issues other than noise (e.g. torn CV boot, leaking, vibration, etc.) from certain 2020 ILXs wh
BPaS04122022902
Apr 12, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY front driveshafts as well as driveshafts that are being replaced for issues other than noise (e.g. torn CV boot, leaking, vibration, etc.) from certain 2020 ILXs wh
BTI&03282022901
Mar 28, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&03282022901
Mar 28, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BPaS03222022901
Mar 22, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY front driveshafts as well as driveshafts that are being replaced for issues other than noise (e.g. torn CV boot, leaking, vibration, etc.) from certain 2020 ILXs wh
BTI&03112022905
Mar 11, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BPaS03032022
Mar 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY front driveshafts as well as driveshafts that are being replaced for issues other than noise (e.g. torn CV boot, leaking, vibration, etc.) from certain 2020 ILXs wh
BPaS03032022
Mar 3, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY front driveshafts as well as driveshafts that are being replaced for issues other than noise (e.g. torn CV boot, leaking, vibration, etc.) from certain 2020 ILXs wh
BTI&02222022905
Feb 22, 2022
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&02222022905
Feb 22, 2022
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&02222022905
Feb 22, 2022
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&02222022903
Feb 22, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&02172022902
Feb 17, 2022
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&02072022902
Feb 7, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&02032022902
Feb 3, 2022
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&01222022901
Jan 22, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021 ILXs & 2022 MDXs with a client complaint of front suspension/damper noise. Noise can be described as knock, clunk, rattle, thump or creak. To better un
BTI&01212022901
Jan 21, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&01192022905
Jan 19, 2022
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&01192022905
Jan 19, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&01032022907
Jan 3, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021 ILXs & 2022 MDXs with a client complaint of front suspension/damper noise. Noise can be described as knock, clunk, rattle, thump or creak. To better un
BTI&01032022905
Jan 3, 2022
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&01032022902
Jan 3, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&12152021904
Dec 15, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&12152021901
Dec 15, 2021
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&12142021
Dec 14, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021 ILXs & 2022 MDXs with a client complaint of front suspension/damper noise. Noise can be described as knock, clunk, rattle, thump or creak. To better un
BTI&11292021911
Nov 29, 2021
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&11292021911
Nov 29, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&11292021907
Nov 29, 2021
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&11292021907
Nov 29, 2021
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&11292021906
Nov 29, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021 ILXs & 2022 MDXs with a client complaint of front suspension/damper noise. Noise can be described as knock, clunk, rattle, thump or creak. To better un
BTI&11162021906
Nov 16, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&11162021906
Nov 16, 2021
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&11162021906
Nov 16, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&11162021902
Nov 16, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
B21100A
Nov 11, 2021
220000 SEATS
ServiceNews Article - There are several possible causes for the SRS DTC U3000-49 (Internal Failure of the SRS Unit) to be stored. If you can duplicate the DTC, the troubleshooting will take you through the step-by-step process in isolating
B21100A
Nov 11, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
ServiceNews Article - There are several possible causes for the SRS DTC U3000-49 (Internal Failure of the SRS Unit) to be stored. If you can duplicate the DTC, the troubleshooting will take you through the step-by-step process in isolating
BTI&11032021
Nov 3, 2021
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021-2022 RDXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor with a client comp
BTI&10292021
Oct 29, 2021
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021 RDXs and 2021-2022 TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor. To better
BTI&10252021902
Oct 25, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&10252021
Oct 25, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021 ILXs & 2022 MDXs with a client complaint of front suspension/damper noise. Noise can be described as knock, clunk, rattle, thump or creak. To better un
B21100A
Oct 22, 2021
220000 SEATS
ServiceNews Article - There are several possible causes for the SRS DTC U3000-49 (Internal Failure of the SRS Unit) to be stored. If you can duplicate the DTC, the troubleshooting will take you through the step-by-step process in isolating
B21100A
Oct 22, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
ServiceNews Article - There are several possible causes for the SRS DTC U3000-49 (Internal Failure of the SRS Unit) to be stored. If you can duplicate the DTC, the troubleshooting will take you through the step-by-step process in isolating
BTI&10132021903
Oct 13, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021 ILXs, 2022 MDXs & 2017-2018 RDXs with a client complaint of front suspension/damper noise. Noise can be described as knock, clunk, rattle, thump or cre
BTI&10072021
Oct 7, 2021
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021 RDXs and 2021-2022 TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor. To better
BTI&10072021
Oct 7, 2021
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for 2019-2022 ILXs, 2022 MDXs, 2021 RDXs and 2021-2022 TLXs with a client complaint of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light on due to a faulty sensor. To better
BTI&10052021902
Oct 5, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BPaS10052021
Oct 5, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021 ILXs, 2022 MDXs & 2017-2018 RDXs with a client complaint of front suspension/damper noise. Noise can be described as knock, clunk, rattle, thump or cre
BTI&09102021902
Sep 10, 2021
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&09102021902
Sep 10, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BPaS09072021901
Sep 7, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021 ILXs, 2022 MDXs & 2017-2018 RDXs with a client complaint of front suspension/damper noise. Noise can be described as knock, clunk, rattle, thump or cre
BTI&08252021903
Aug 25, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BPaS08192021901
Aug 19, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021 ILXs, 2022 MDXs & 2017-2018 RDXs with a client complaint of front suspension/damper noise. Noise can be described as knock, clunk, rattle, thump or cre
BTI&08092021902
Aug 9, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&07282021902
Jul 28, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021 ILXs with a client complaint of a clunk or rattle noise coming from the front suspension. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would l
BTI&07222021902
Jul 22, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&07072021908
Jul 7, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&07072021901
Jul 7, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021 ILXs with a client complaint of a clunk or rattle noise coming from the front suspension. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would l
BTI&06082021902
Jun 8, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BTI&06012021905
Jun 1, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 ILXs with a client complaint of rattle, clunk or other noise coming from the front suspension. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM wo
BTI&06012021903
Jun 1, 2021
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of a steering wheel noise when driving or turning the steering wheel. The noise can be described as rattling, squeaking, c
BPaS05102021902
May 10, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 ILXs with a client complaint of rattle, clunk or other noise coming from the front suspension. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM wo
BPaS04192021
Apr 19, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 ILXs with a client complaint of rattle, clunk or other noise coming from the front suspension. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM wo
BPaS04082021
Apr 8, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2021 ILXs with a client complaint of rattle, clunk or other noise coming from the front suspension. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM wo
B21-011
Mar 26, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC U0155 (Lost Communication with Gauge Control Module).
BPaS03252021906
Mar 25, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BPaS03252021903
Mar 25, 2021
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of a steering wheel noise when driving or turning the steering wheel. The noise can be described as rattling, squeaking, c
BPaS02262021907
Feb 26, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BPaS02262021903
Feb 26, 2021
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of a steering wheel noise when driving or turning the steering wheel. The noise can be described as rattling, squeaking, c
BPaS02102021905
Feb 10, 2021
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of a steering wheel noise when driving or turning the steering wheel. The noise can be described as rattling, squeaking, c
BPaS02102021901
Feb 10, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of moisture/condensation in the headlights. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect sp
BPaS01222021903
Jan 22, 2021
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of a steering wheel noise when driving or turning the steering wheel. The noise can be described as rattling, squeaking, c
BPaS01062021903
Jan 6, 2021
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of a steering wheel noise when driving or turning the steering wheel. The noise can be described as rattling, squeaking, c
BPaS12052020904
Dec 5, 2020
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of a steering wheel noise when driving or turning the steering wheel. The noise can be described as rattling, squeaking, c
BPaS11042020904
Nov 4, 2020
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of a steering wheel noise when driving or turning the steering wheel. The noise can be described as rattling, squeaking, c
B20-038
Oct 1, 2020
010000 STEERING
Service Bulletin - While driving, the steering wheel rattles when you turn it.
BPaS09282020905
Sep 28, 2020
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of a steering wheel noise when driving or turning the steering wheel. The noise can be described as rattling, squeaking, c
BPaS09282020905
Sep 28, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of a steering wheel noise when driving or turning the steering wheel. The noise can be described as rattling, squeaking, c
BPaS09282020905
Sep 28, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2020 ILXs with a client complaint of a steering wheel noise when driving or turning the steering wheel. The noise can be described as rattling, squeaking, c
B98015
Mar 18, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, ACURA ILX
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE25015
Opened: Oct 23, 2025 , Closed: May 21, 2026
Loss of braking force
On October 23, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE25015 after receiving complaints concerning a loss of brake assist in 2019-2020 MY Acura ILX vehicles. These complainants alleged master cylinder failures resulting in soft pedal feel or the brake pedal in... Read more
ACURA ILX - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the ACURA ILX across all model years (2013, 2020).
36
Total Recalls
355
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
25
Reported Crashes
7
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths