2016 ACURA RLX
0 recalls, 10 complaints - 139 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
10 total complaints
3 crashes 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 29, 2026
Incident date: Jun 26, 2026
The car died on the freeway, tow truck towed contacted mechanic next day and they came and diagnosed the car and needed a crank shaft sensor and change was complete. Car is still showing the same issues stalls approximately 30 to 40 mins of idle I had mechanic pull live data stream from scanner upon... Read more
STEERING
Apr 25, 2021
Incident date: Mar 13, 2021
THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH 4 WHEEL STEERING. THE REAR WHEELS ARE CONTROLED BY THE COMPUTER. WHILE MANEUVERING IN A PARKING LOT OR AFTER SHARP TURNS THE REAR WHEELS DO NOT RESPOND TO DRIVER INPUT. THE WHEELS GET STUCK IN THE WRONG DIRECTION AND THE DRIVER MUST CORRECT DIRECTION OF TRAVEL TO COMPENS... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 1, 2020
Incident date: Jun 6, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 ACURA RLX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER LOADING GROCERIES INTO THE TRUNK OF THE VEHICLE, THE TRUNK TO WAS MANUALLY CLOSED HOWEVER, THE TRUNK UNLOCKED INDEPENDENTLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS NO FIX FOR THE FAIL... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 1, 2020
Incident date: Jun 6, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 ACURA RLX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER LOADING GROCERIES INTO THE TRUNK OF THE VEHICLE, THE TRUNK TO WAS MANUALLY CLOSED HOWEVER, THE TRUNK UNLOCKED INDEPENDENTLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS NO FIX FOR THE FAIL... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 7, 2016
Incident date: Jun 26, 2016
3 SIDEWALL SEPARATIONS ON 3 DIFFERENT WHEEL LOCATIONS IN NORMAL DRIVING AFTER HITTING MODERATE POTHOLES AT BETWEEN 30-40 MPH. THE MID PROFILE MICHELIN PRIMACY OEM TIRES, 19 INCH WHEELS, AND SUSPENSION DO NOT FUNCTION SAFELY ON THIS HEAVY SEDAN. THE RISK OF EVEN A SMALL POTHOLE, EXPANSION JOINT, OR... Read more
WHEELS
Aug 7, 2016
Incident date: Jun 26, 2016
3 SIDEWALL SEPARATIONS ON 3 DIFFERENT WHEEL LOCATIONS IN NORMAL DRIVING AFTER HITTING MODERATE POTHOLES AT BETWEEN 30-40 MPH. THE MID PROFILE MICHELIN PRIMACY OEM TIRES, 19 INCH WHEELS, AND SUSPENSION DO NOT FUNCTION SAFELY ON THIS HEAVY SEDAN. THE RISK OF EVEN A SMALL POTHOLE, EXPANSION JOINT, OR... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 7, 2016
Incident date: Jun 26, 2016
3 SIDEWALL SEPARATIONS ON 3 DIFFERENT WHEEL LOCATIONS IN NORMAL DRIVING AFTER HITTING MODERATE POTHOLES AT BETWEEN 30-40 MPH. THE MID PROFILE MICHELIN PRIMACY OEM TIRES, 19 INCH WHEELS, AND SUSPENSION DO NOT FUNCTION SAFELY ON THIS HEAVY SEDAN. THE RISK OF EVEN A SMALL POTHOLE, EXPANSION JOINT, OR... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 7, 2016
Incident date: Jun 23, 2016
I WAS INVOLVED IN A MODERATE TO SEVERE FRONTAL CRASH DRIVING DOWN A ROAD AND A LEFT TURNING DRIVER STRUCK MY CAR THE KNEE AIRBAG WAS THE ONLY AIRBAG TO DEPLOY CAUSING LEG.PAIN DUE TO THE AIR BAG IN THE STEERING WHEEL NOT GOING OFF CAUSED NECK, BACK PAIN WITH HEADACHES ALONG WITH PAIN GOING INTO MY L... Read more
Crash
1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 7, 2016
Incident date: Jun 23, 2016
I WAS INVOLVED IN A MODERATE TO SEVERE FRONTAL CRASH DRIVING DOWN A ROAD AND A LEFT TURNING DRIVER STRUCK MY CAR THE KNEE AIRBAG WAS THE ONLY AIRBAG TO DEPLOY CAUSING LEG.PAIN DUE TO THE AIR BAG IN THE STEERING WHEEL NOT GOING OFF CAUSED NECK, BACK PAIN WITH HEADACHES ALONG WITH PAIN GOING INTO MY L... Read more
Crash
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 7, 2016
Incident date: Jun 23, 2016
I WAS INVOLVED IN A MODERATE TO SEVERE FRONTAL CRASH DRIVING DOWN A ROAD AND A LEFT TURNING DRIVER STRUCK MY CAR THE KNEE AIRBAG WAS THE ONLY AIRBAG TO DEPLOY CAUSING LEG.PAIN DUE TO THE AIR BAG IN THE STEERING WHEEL NOT GOING OFF CAUSED NECK, BACK PAIN WITH HEADACHES ALONG WITH PAIN GOING INTO MY L... Read more
Crash
1 injured
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2016 ACURA RLX
2016 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, 2016 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: 380.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 ACURA RLX
139 manufacturer communications from 76 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 010000 STEERING | 13 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 11 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 9 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 8 |
| 190000 TIRES | 7 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 6 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
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
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
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
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
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
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
BTI&05102022901
May 10, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2016-2020 MDXs, RLXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with the DTC P030X (Cylinder Misfire Detected), P0171 & P0174 (Rear/Front Bank Fue
BTI&05102022901
May 10, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2016-2020 MDXs, RLXs & TLXs with a client complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with the DTC P030X (Cylinder Misfire Detected), P0171 & P0174 (Rear/Front Bank Fue
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.
B20-020
Jun 19, 2020
130000 VISIBILITY
Service Bulletin - The blower motor makes excessive noise, runs slowly, or intermittently stops working.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
B17-034
Sep 13, 2017
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
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.
B17-034
Sep 13, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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.
B17-034
Sep 13, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
B16-065
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
B16-065
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
B16-066
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
B16-066
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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
BTS160703
Oct 7, 2016
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - ARE YOU HEARING A HIGH-PITCH SQUEAL FROM THE FRONT BRAKES DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE BRAKING? WE?RE AWARE OF THIS ISSUE AND ARE LOOKING FOR A SOLUTION. IN THE MEANTIME, REPLACING THE BRAKE PADS AND TURNING OR REPLAC
B14031
Oct 5, 2016
010000 STEERING
SERVICE BULLETIN - IN HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES, THE STEERING COLUMN SCREECHES OR SQUEALS WHEN IT MOVES IN OR OUT, POTENTIALLY CAUSED BY PREMATURE WEAR OF THE STEERING COLUMN GEARBOX COMPONENTS.
B16008
Oct 4, 2016
092100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP AREA CHIRPS AFTER THE ENGINE IS WARM.
BPAS07192016902
Jul 19, 2016
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2014-2016 RLXS WITH A CLIENT COMPLAINT OF A HIGH PITCH SQUEAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT BRAKES. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION, AHM WOULD LIKE TO INSPECT THE
BPAS07152015901
Jul 15, 2016
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 ILXS & 2014-2016 RLXS WITH A CLIENT COMPLAINT OF A HIGH PITCH SQUEAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT BRAKES. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION, AHM WOULD LIK
BPAS07122016902
Jul 12, 2016
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 ILXS & 2014-2016 RLXS WITH A CLIENT COMPLAINT OF A HIGH PITCH SQUEAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT BRAKES. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION, AHM WOULD LIK
BTS160703
Jul 9, 2016
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - ARE YOU HEARING A HIGH-PITCH SQUEAL FROM THE FRONT BRAKES DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE BRAKING? WE?RE AWARE OF THIS CONCERN AND ARE LOOKING FOR A SOLUTION. IN THE MEANTIME, REPLACING THE BRAKE PADS AND TURNING OR RE
BPAS07072016901
Jul 7, 2016
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016-2017 ILXS, RDXS & 2014-2016 RLXS WITH A CLIENT COMPLAINT OF A HIGH PITCH SQUEAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT BRAKES. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION, AHM WOU
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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