2015 ACURA RLX
3 recalls, 14 complaints - 216 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
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.
15V301000 May 20, 2015
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX 2WD and AWD, RLX and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) may incorrectly interpret certain roadside objects such as metal fences or metal gu... Read more
Consequence
If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the CMBS software, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's numbers for this recall is JQ4, JQ5 and JQ6.
14V792000 Dec 16, 2014
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured November 22, 2012, to January 30, 2014, 2015 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured June 4, 2014, to November 18, 2014, and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles manufactured November 5, 2013, to July 25, 2014. ... Read more
Consequence
Delamination of the aluminum film may diminish output of the headlight, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace both of the headlights, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-310-783-2000. Honda's number for this recall is JN2.
Complaint Statistics
14 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STEERING | 7 |
| SUSPENSION | 2 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
ENGINE
Aug 31, 2025
Incident date: May 1, 2025
My 2018 Nissan Pathfinder started knocking at 75000 miles and it’s getting worse by the day I’ve paid my car payment down to 4000$ and now I’m told my motor is soon to go out.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jun 4, 2025
Incident date: Jan 5, 2025
Scared to drive took to get inspected felt like Transmission keep slipping and I was told there is a recall on transmission Also windshield wipers won’t go off have to remove fuse was told there is a recall
STEERING
Aug 17, 2023
Incident date: Jun 1, 2023
Driving home in the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500, when the error message came up to Service Power Steering. A short time later also had messages for ESC, Restraint System, and Trail Brakes error messages. Then lost all electric power assist on the power steering, and truck almost impossible to turn without ... Read more
STEERING
Aug 20, 2022
Incident date: Jul 15, 2022
When you are driving the steering wheel is jerked out of your hand causing the vehicle to change lanes. The problem happens intermintently. Date the issue started was around 7/15/2022 and has continued since. Our vehicle has been taken to Acura of Baton Rouge but they are unable to get a fault code ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 26, 2022
Incident date: Jun 7, 2021
The contact owns a 2015 Acura RLX. The contact stated while switching lanes to the left, the vehicle started fishtailing. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated the failure recurred and the vehicle was taken to t... Read more
STEERING
Sep 7, 2021
Incident date: Sep 6, 2021
The contact owns a 2015 Acura RLX. The contact stated while driving 38 MPH, the rear-end of the vehicle was fishtailing and the steering wheel was turning towards the left. The contact stated that the vehicle would not accelerate above 50 MPH. Several unknown warning lights illuminated and remained ... Read more
STEERING
Jun 9, 2021
Incident date: Jun 5, 2019
I have 2014 built, 2015 registered Acura rlx. Problem is when I make left turn all warning yellow lights on, like X-mas trees and shows all faults like traction control, brake, steering ...etc. Around 45 degrees angle to my right hand side on steering wheel if I control my car to go straight. (Cars ... Read more
STEERING
Feb 13, 2021
Incident date: Feb 12, 2021
I HAVE HAD THE EXACT SAME EXPERIENCE AS #11246196. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN, MY CAR STEERING LOSES CONTROL, FISH TAILS, THEN ALL DASHBOARD ERRORS LIGHT UP. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHEN CHANGING LANES ON A HIGHWAY AND ON CITY STREETS ALSO. THE CAR GOES INTO LIMP MODE, WITH ALL ERRORS FL... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 16, 2020
Incident date: Nov 5, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 ACURA RLX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THERE WAS A KNOCKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT PRIOR TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DUVAL ACURA LOCATED AT 11225 ATLANTIC BLVD, JACKSONVILLE,... Read more
STEERING
Aug 29, 2019
Incident date: Jul 6, 2019
A MOANING OR RUBBING NOISE IS HEARD FROM THE REAR WHEN DRIVING STRAIGHT AND MAKIN SMALL SIDE-TO-SIDE TURNING MOVEMENTS AND WHEN YOU MAKE A SMALL TURN IT FISH TAIL SO U HAVE TO SLOW DOWN AND LET THE WHEELS CATCH UP. WITH THE REAR P-AWS ACTUATORS. I FELL THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL FOR 2015 ACURA RLX. I T... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 29, 2019
Incident date: Jul 6, 2019
A MOANING OR RUBBING NOISE IS HEARD FROM THE REAR WHEN DRIVING STRAIGHT AND MAKIN SMALL SIDE-TO-SIDE TURNING MOVEMENTS AND WHEN YOU MAKE A SMALL TURN IT FISH TAIL SO U HAVE TO SLOW DOWN AND LET THE WHEELS CATCH UP. WITH THE REAR P-AWS ACTUATORS. I FELL THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL FOR 2015 ACURA RLX. I T... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Aug 24, 2019
Incident date: Aug 19, 2019
WHEN I MAKE A LEFT TURN, MY WHEELS AND STEERING WHEEL GET OUT OF SYNC AND THIS CAUSES THE CAR TO TEMPORARILY BECOME HARD TO STEER. AT THIS POINT, THE CAR DOESN'T RESPOND TO NORMAL STEERING GESTURES. IT FEELS AS IF THE CAR IS GOING TO VEER OUT OF THE LANE AND IT DOESN'T RESPOND FOR ME TO CORRECT IT F... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 24, 2019
Incident date: Aug 19, 2019
WHEN I MAKE A LEFT TURN, MY WHEELS AND STEERING WHEEL GET OUT OF SYNC AND THIS CAUSES THE CAR TO TEMPORARILY BECOME HARD TO STEER. AT THIS POINT, THE CAR DOESN'T RESPOND TO NORMAL STEERING GESTURES. IT FEELS AS IF THE CAR IS GOING TO VEER OUT OF THE LANE AND IT DOESN'T RESPOND FOR ME TO CORRECT IT F... Read more
STEERING
Aug 24, 2019
Incident date: Aug 19, 2019
WHEN I MAKE A LEFT TURN, MY WHEELS AND STEERING WHEEL GET OUT OF SYNC AND THIS CAUSES THE CAR TO TEMPORARILY BECOME HARD TO STEER. AT THIS POINT, THE CAR DOESN'T RESPOND TO NORMAL STEERING GESTURES. IT FEELS AS IF THE CAR IS GOING TO VEER OUT OF THE LANE AND IT DOESN'T RESPOND FOR ME TO CORRECT IT F... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2015 ACURA RLX
2015 Acura RLX 4 DR FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 9.7% |
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, 2015 ACURA RLX
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 30.0 | 23.0 | Premium | $3,300 |
CO2 Emissions: 381.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 ACURA RLX
216 manufacturer communications from 102 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 190000 TIRES | 25 |
| 199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | 14 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 13 |
| 010000 STEERING | 13 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 12 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 11 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 8 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 7 |
ONL6R508212023
Aug 21, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Extension - Under certain circumstances, abnormal noise may be heard from the rear when driving straight or making small side-to-side turning movements with the steering wheel. The P-AWS indicator or warning light may also illumina
ONL6R508212023
Aug 21, 2023
010000 STEERING
Warranty Extension - Under certain circumstances, abnormal noise may be heard from the rear when driving straight or making small side-to-side turning movements with the steering wheel. The P-AWS indicator or warning light may also illumina
ONL6R507142023
Jul 14, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, abnormal noise may be heard from the rear when driving straight or making small side-to-side turning movements with the steering wheel. The MIL may also illuminate with certain DTC co
ONL6R507142023
Jul 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, abnormal noise may be heard from the rear when driving straight or making small side-to-side turning movements with the steering wheel. The MIL may also illuminate with certain DTC co
ONL6R507142023
Jul 14, 2023
010000 STEERING
Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, abnormal noise may be heard from the rear when driving straight or making small side-to-side turning movements with the steering wheel. The MIL may also illuminate with certain DTC co
BBOM06092023901
Jun 9, 2023
010000 STEERING
Dealer Message - Due to manufacturing errors, abnormal noise may be heard from the rear when driving straight or making small side-to-side turning movements with the steering wheel. The MIL may also illuminate with DTC C1600-94 (PAWS unexpe
B23-022
Jun 9, 2023
010000 STEERING
Service Bulletin - Due to manufacturing errors, abnormal noise may be heard from the rear when driving straight or making small side-toside turning movements with the steering wheel. The MIL may also illuminate with DTC C1600-94 (PAWS unex
B15090E
Jan 26, 2021
200000 WHEELS
ServiceNews Article - Do you have a slow tire leak, but there are no signs of sidewall damage or anything stuck in the tread? While you're checking for leaks, check the valve stem; it could have oxidation buildup from road salt. This buildu
B14-025
Sep 18, 2020
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Service Bulletin - The timing belt area chirps after the engine warms up.
B14-025
Aug 6, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - The timing belt area makes a chirping noise after the engine warms up.
B14-040
Jul 1, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
Service Bulletin - There is a clunk or rattle from the front suspension when driving over bumps or on rough roads.
B20-020
Jun 19, 2020
130000 VISIBILITY
Service Bulletin - The blower motor makes excessive noise, runs slowly, or intermittently stops working.
BPaS04072020902
Apr 7, 2020
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect s
BPaS03192020902
Mar 19, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect s
BPaS03192020902
Mar 19, 2020
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect s
BPaS03032020903
Mar 3, 2020
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect s
BPaS02132020903
Feb 13, 2020
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect s
BPaS01242020903
Jan 24, 2020
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS01242020903
Jan 24, 2020
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS01072020903
Jan 7, 2020
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS12022019904
Dec 2, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS11142019904
Nov 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS11142019904
Nov 14, 2019
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS10282019904
Oct 28, 2019
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS10092019904
Oct 9, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS10092019904
Oct 9, 2019
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS09252019904
Sep 25, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS09252019904
Sep 25, 2019
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS09092019902
Sep 9, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS09092019902
Sep 9, 2019
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS08142019905
Aug 14, 2019
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS07302019904
Jul 30, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS07302019904
Jul 30, 2019
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS07082019905
Jul 8, 2019
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS06282019
Jun 28, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS06282019
Jun 28, 2019
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BER19060A
Jun 11, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Engineering Request for Investigation - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to
BER19060A
Jun 11, 2019
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Engineering Request for Investigation - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to
BER19060A
Jun 11, 2019
190000 TIRES
Engineering Request for Investigation - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to
BPaS06102019
Jun 10, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS06102019
Jun 10, 2019
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
BPaS06102019
Jun 10, 2019
190000 TIRES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 RLXs with a client complaint of slow air leak in the tires. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts
B19050B
May 16, 2019
250000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
ServiceNews Article - When removing and installing a cable reel, you need to keep both the cable reel and the steering angle sensor in position. If you don't, the VSA indicator may come on along with one or more VSA DTCs. And when you run t
B16-008
Sep 1, 2018
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
B16-008
Sep 1, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
B18070B
Jul 12, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service news article - If the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD) isn't responding to touch or is freezing up, the reason could be there's debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the screen
B18070B
Jul 12, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service news article - If the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD) isn't responding to touch or is freezing up, the reason could be there's debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the screen
B18070B
Jul 12, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service news article - If the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD) isn't responding to touch or is freezing up, the reason could be there's debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the screen
B14-031
Jul 3, 2018
010000 STEERING
Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out. Premature wear of the steering column gearbox components.
B14-031
Jul 3, 2018
012000 STEERING:COLUMN
Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out. Premature wear of the steering column gearbox components.
B14-031
Jul 3, 2018
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out. Premature wear of the steering column gearbox components.
B15-015
Jul 3, 2018
220000 SEATS
Service bulletin - The driver's and/or front passenger's seat cushion and recline covers separate at the tabs on one or both seats. The seat cushion presses into the covers, causing them to separate.
B18-029
Jun 15, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement f
BBOM05242018901
May 24, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
Dealer message - Today, May 24, 2018, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for 2002-17 Acura vehicles. This warranty extension applies in cases where any of the replacement driver?s and/or front passenger?s airbag inflators have failed
BBOM05242018901
May 24, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer message - Today, May 24, 2018, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for 2002-17 Acura vehicles. This warranty extension applies in cases where any of the replacement driver?s and/or front passenger?s airbag inflators have failed
B16-008
Apr 26, 2018
092100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp noise. NOTE: This noise does not impact the pump, engine function, or reliability.
B16-008
Apr 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp noise. NOTE: This noise does not impact the pump, engine function, or reliability.
B17-040
Apr 3, 2018
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Service bulletin - The front brakes squeal when braking at slow speeds after the brakes are warm (after approximately 20 miles or 30 minutes of driving).
BVE02142018901
Feb 14, 2018
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Dealer message - Every Service Bulletin requires you to take an HDS snap shot and use the job aid or Tech2Tech to confirm the judder/shudder is coming from the torque converter.
BTS180202
Feb 13, 2018
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Tech line summary article - debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the screen can cause a false input, resulting in this issue. And since that gap widens and narrows with cabin temperature,
BPaS01302018902
Jan 30, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of musty smell coming from HVAC. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect
B17-034
Jan 24, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter.
B17-032
Jan 17, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Service bulletin - After the vehicle has been running for approximately 15 minutes with the A/C on, a whine can be heard that changes at different rpms. A whine from the A/C compressor is entering the cabin via the A/C refrigerant lines.
B17-040
Dec 21, 2017
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Service bulletin - The front brakes squeal when braking at slow speeds after the brakes are warm (after approximately 20 miles or 30 minutes of driving). Glazing on the front brake pads and/or rotors.
BPaS11272017901
Nov 27, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of musty smell coming from HVAC. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect
B16-008
Nov 14, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin - There is a chirping coming from the engine area with the engine warmed up. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
BPaS11082017901
Nov 8, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2017 RLXs & RLX Hybrids with a client complaint of musty smell coming from HVAC. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect
B17-034
Oct 12, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0430 (front bank catalyst system efficiency below threshold [Bank 2]). The PCM software may misinterpret sensor inputs as a deteriorated catalytic converter.
B17-033
Sep 15, 2017
010000 STEERING
Service bulletin -The steering intermittently pulls to the right while driving. The steering rack is intermittently self-generating a pull to the right because of an EPS programming issue.
B17015
Sep 6, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin - Clients receive excessive notifications for a low power mode through AcuraLink?. There is a false CAN signal transmitted through the telematics control unit.
B17015
Sep 6, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - Clients receive excessive notifications for a low power mode through AcuraLink?. There is a false CAN signal transmitted through the telematics control unit.
B17003
Aug 3, 2017
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Service bulletin - Clients receive excessive notifications for a low power mode through AcuraLink?. There is a false CAN signal transmitted through the telematics control unit.
B15060C
Aug 3, 2017
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Service news article - To prevent damage during shipping, leather-wrapped steering wheels come with a protective plastic covering. The easiest way to remove it during PDI is to grab the covering with both hands near the top of the steering
B15060C
Aug 3, 2017
010000 STEERING
Service news article - To prevent damage during shipping, leather-wrapped steering wheels come with a protective plastic covering. The easiest way to remove it during PDI is to grab the covering with both hands near the top of the steering
BTS161202
Aug 2, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Tech line summary article - We?re getting reports of a high-pitched whine with the A/C running. It goes away when the A/C is turned off. Changing the fan speed has no effect on the noise, and it seems to be worse with the engine running bet
B16-008
Jun 20, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
B16-008
Jun 20, 2017
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Service bulletin - The high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
B14-031
Jun 1, 2017
012000 STEERING:COLUMN
Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out. Premature wear of the steering column gearbox components.
B14-031
Jun 1, 2017
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Service bulletin - In high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out. Premature wear of the steering column gearbox components.
B16-066
Mar 24, 2017
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
"SERVICE BULLETIN - AFTER THE SOFTWARE UPDATE, SOME VEHICLES BASED ON HOW THEY ARE DRIVEN (EXTREME CONDITIONS) MAY STILL EXPERIENCE ATF DETERIORATION AFTER UPDATING THE PGM-FI SYSTEM AND THE SHUDDER MAY RETURN. THE PROBLEM IS TYPICALLY DIAG
B16-065
Mar 24, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
"SERVICE BULLETIN - A JUDDER FROM THE TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK-UP CLUTCH MAY BE FELT WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 20 AND 60 MPH. THE PROBLEM IS TYPICALLY DIAGNOSED AS A BAD TORQUE CONVERTER. AMERICAN HONDA INVESTIGATED THE JUDDER AND FOUND THAT THE T
B16-065
Mar 24, 2017
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
"SERVICE BULLETIN - A JUDDER FROM THE TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK-UP CLUTCH MAY BE FELT WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 20 AND 60 MPH. THE PROBLEM IS TYPICALLY DIAGNOSED AS A BAD TORQUE CONVERTER. AMERICAN HONDA INVESTIGATED THE JUDDER AND FOUND THAT THE T
B16-066
Mar 24, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
"SERVICE BULLETIN - AFTER THE SOFTWARE UPDATE, SOME VEHICLES BASED ON HOW THEY ARE DRIVEN (EXTREME CONDITIONS) MAY STILL EXPERIENCE ATF DETERIORATION AFTER UPDATING THE PGM-FI SYSTEM AND THE SHUDDER MAY RETURN. THE PROBLEM IS TYPICALLY DIAG
BTS161202
Mar 2, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WE?RE GETTING REPORTS OF A HIGH-PITCHED WHINE WITH THE A/C RUNNING. IT GOES AWAY WHEN THE A/C IS TURNED OFF. CHANGING THE FAN SPEED HAS NO EFFECT ON THE NOISE, AND IT SEEMS TO BE WORSE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING BETW
B17020D
Feb 14, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service news article - We?ve made an important change to the AcuraLink telematics unit that you need to be aware of. This change switches the coverage of the internal cellular module from Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) to Long Term Ev
B17020D
Feb 14, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service news article - We?ve made an important change to the AcuraLink telematics unit that you need to be aware of. This change switches the coverage of the internal cellular module from Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) to Long Term Ev
B17010C
Feb 3, 2017
103300 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
"SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE THAT HAS MULTIPLE INDICATORS ON OR WON?T GO INTO GEAR AND THE MIL IS ON WITH A/T DTC P26C3 (INTERNAL CONTROL MODULE TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR PERFORMANCE)? THERE MAY BE DEBRIS IN THE REVERSE OR
B17010C
Feb 3, 2017
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
"SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE THAT HAS MULTIPLE INDICATORS ON OR WON?T GO INTO GEAR AND THE MIL IS ON WITH A/T DTC P26C3 (INTERNAL CONTROL MODULE TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR PERFORMANCE)? THERE MAY BE DEBRIS IN THE REVERSE OR
BTS160703
Feb 1, 2017
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - ARE YOU HEARING A HIGH-PITCHED SQUEAL FROM THE FRONT BRAKES DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE BRAKING? WE?RE AWARE OF THIS ISSUE AND ARE LOOKING FOR A SOLUTION.
B16-049
Jan 26, 2017
050000 PARKING BRAKE
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SQUEAL DURING ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB) OPERATION. THERE IS INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION IN THE BRAKE CALIPER.
B16-049
Jan 26, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SQUEAL DURING ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB) OPERATION. THERE IS INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION IN THE BRAKE CALIPER.
B16-008
Jan 21, 2017
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP AREA CHIRPS AFTER THE ENGINE IS WARM. THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP IS MAKING A CHIRP.
BER16120A
Jan 15, 2017
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
ENGINEERING REQUEST FOR INVESTIGATION - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2014-2017 RLXS WITH A CLIENT COMPLAINT OF AN ACCESSORY DECK LID SPOILER LOOSE, WARPED, AND/OR LIFTING. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION, AH
BPAS01032017902
Jan 3, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2014-2017 RLXS WITH A CLIENT COMPLAINT OF AN ACCESSORY DECK LID SPOILER LOOSE, WARPED, AND/OR LIFTING. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION, AHM WOULD LIKE TO INSPECT
BPAS01032017902
Jan 3, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2014-2017 RLXS WITH A CLIENT COMPLAINT OF AN ACCESSORY DECK LID SPOILER LOOSE, WARPED, AND/OR LIFTING. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION, AHM WOULD LIKE TO INSPECT
B16-049
Dec 22, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SQUEAL DURING ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB) OPERATION. THERE IS INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION IN THE BRAKE CALIPER.
B16-049
Dec 22, 2016
050000 PARKING BRAKE
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A SQUEAL DURING ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB) OPERATION. THERE IS INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION IN THE BRAKE CALIPER.
BTS161202
Dec 7, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TECH LINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WE?RE GETTING REPORTS OF A HIGH-PITCHED WHINE WITH THE A/C RUNNING. IT GOES AWAY WHEN THE A/C IS TURNED OFF. CHANGING THE FAN SPEED HAS NO EFFECT ON THE NOISE, AND IT SEEMS TO BE WORSE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING BET
BPAS12022016901
Dec 2, 2016
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2014-2017 RLXS WITH A CLIENT COMPLAINT OF AN ACCESSORY DECK LID SPOILER LOOSE, WARPED, AND/OR LIFTING. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION, AHM WOULD LIKE TO INSPECT
B16110C
Nov 18, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - SOMETHING TO KEEP IN MIND: AFTERMARKET RADAR DETECTORS MAY INTERFERE WITH THE GPS ANTENNA MOUNTED BEHIND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. A COMMON ISSUE THAT?S BEEN REPORTED FROM THIS INTERFERENCE IS THE VEHICLE POSITION (VP) IC
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, ACURA RLX
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA19001
Opened: Apr 19, 2019 , Closed: Sep 19, 2024
Electrical overstress
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect. During the investigation a complex failure was studied that can result in non-deployment of su... Read more
ACURA RLX - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the ACURA RLX across all model years (2014, 2020).
13
Total Recalls
175
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
10
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths