Acura RLX Hybrid Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 17, 2025 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Acura RLX Hybrid, across 7 model years (2014–2020). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is engine.

Peak: 2018, with 3 complaints
2014: 1201412015: 0201502016: 2201622017: 0201702018: 3201832019: 0201902020: 020200

n = 6 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Acura RLX Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No RLX Hybrid model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2018 RLX Hybrid: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2016 RLX Hybrid: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 2014 RLX Hybrid: 1 complaint, 2 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Acura RLX Hybrid problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine220
Electrical System110
Fuel/propulsion System110
Power Train110
Traction Control System110

All Acura RLX Hybrid model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2020 RLX Hybrid00——
2019 RLX Hybrid02——
2018 RLX Hybrid30—Engine
2017 RLX Hybrid00——
2016 RLX Hybrid20—Engine
2015 RLX Hybrid00——
2014 RLX Hybrid12—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Acura RLX Hybrid years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2018 (3), 2016 (2), 2014 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Acura RLX Hybrid?

Engine, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Acura RLX Hybrid have?

4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.