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Acura RLX — MPG, VIN Decoder, Recalls, Reliability & Specs

Everything on the Acura RLX — 17 recalls, common problems, the best & worst years, full specs, MPG and NHTSA safety, by model year.

Data · NHTSA & EPA · 2014–2026 · 13 model years · Updated Jul 26, 2026 · 5.0 ★★★★★★★★★★ ForCar Score
Quick answer

The Acura RLX spans 2014–2026 with 17 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 5.0/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2014, 2015, 2018 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2019, 2021, 2022. It delivers up to 30 mpg combined and 5-star NHTSA safety.

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2014–2026
Years
17
Recalls
30
Top MPG
5★
NHTSA
109
Complaints
FIG.01·Acura RLX — ForCar Reliability Score
5.0/5
★★★★★★★★★★
ForCar Reliability Score
Our editorial rating · 13 model years
Acura RLX
Safety (NHTSA)5.0
Recall record4.6
Complaint severity4.7

How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.

Overview

The Acura RLX is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2014 to 2026 across multiple generations.

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How to read a Acura RLX VIN — every digit explained

Every Acura RLX carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.

FIG.02·How to Read a Acura RLX VIN
1–3 · WMI1XX
4–8 · VDSCM826
9 · Check5
10 · YearR
11 · PlantA
12–17 · Serial004352
  • WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Acura and the country it was built in.
  • VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
  • Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
  • Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
  • Plant (11) — which factory assembled this RLX.
  • Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
17 CHARS·SOURCE SAE / ISO 3779 · NHTSA vPIC

Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your RLX, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.

How many recalls does the Acura RLX have?

The Acura RLX has 17 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2014–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.

2020 Acura RLX recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump23V858000

What's wrong. 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, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. 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.

2019 Acura RLX recalls 3

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump23V858000

What's wrong. 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, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. 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.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:belts And Associated Pulleys19V298000

What's wrong. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.

Risk. Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.

Fix. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall began June 7, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is L4M. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is Z4L.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump20V314000

What's wrong. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk. If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

2018 Acura RLX recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump23V858000

What's wrong. 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, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. 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.

2015 Acura RLX recalls 3

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump23V858000

What's wrong. 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, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. 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.

Exterior Lighting:headlights14V792000

What's wrong. 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. An aluminum film applied to the inner reflector of the headlight may experience adhesion issues causing the film to delaminate. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Risk. Delamination of the aluminum film may diminish output of the headlight, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix. 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.

Forward Collision Avoidance: Crash Imminent Braking15V301000

What's wrong. 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 guardrails as obstacles and unexpectedly apply the brakes.

Risk. If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Fix. 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.

2014 Acura RLX recalls 5

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump23V858000

What's wrong. 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, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. 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.

Suspension:rear13V622000

What's wrong. American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured August 7, 2012, through November 5, 2013. The bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the sub-frame of the vehicle may have loosened during transport to dealerships.

Risk. Loose rear lower control arm bolts may reduce steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension lower control arm bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early January 2014. Customers may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JD0.

Exterior Lighting:headlights14V792000

What's wrong. 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. An aluminum film applied to the inner reflector of the headlight may experience adhesion issues causing the film to delaminate. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Risk. Delamination of the aluminum film may diminish output of the headlight, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix. 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.

Seat Belts14V639000

What's wrong. American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to August 25, 2014, and 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to November 25, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the driver and front passenger seat belt may not extend or retract in low temperatures.

Risk. A seatbelt that does not function increases the risk of injury in a crash.

Fix. Honda has notified owners, and dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's number for this recall is JK7 for the MKX, and JK8 for the RLX.

Forward Collision Avoidance: Crash Imminent Braking15V301000

What's wrong. 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 guardrails as obstacles and unexpectedly apply the brakes.

Risk. If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Fix. 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.

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Best and worst years for the Acura RLX

Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 13 tracked years, the worst years are 2014, 2015, 2018 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2019, 2021, 2022.

ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.

FIG.03·Best & Worst Years — Acura RLX
YearOwner complaintsTop issueVerdict
2014 RLX83SteeringAvoid
2015 RLX11SteeringAvoid
2016 RLX4StructureAverage
2017 RLX3SuspensionAverage
2018 RLX6EngineAvoid
2019 RLX0Best
2020 RLX2SteeringAverage
2021 RLX0Best
2022 RLX0Best
2023 RLX0Average
2024 RLX0Average
2025 RLX0Average
2026 RLX0Average
ROWS 13·SOURCE NHTSA + ForCar
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What are the most common Acura RLX problems?

The most-reported Acura RLX problems are Tires (1 reports), Engine (11 reports) and Wheels (7 reports) — out of 109 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:

2
involved a crash
1
involved a fire
1
injuries reported
0
deaths reported

Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.

Acura RLX specifications & dimensions

The 2020 Acura RLX measures 198″ long on a 112″ wheelbase, with a curb weight near 4,394 lb. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Acura RLX window sticker.

FIG.04·Acura RLX Dimensions by Generation
YearsLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
2020198″75″57″112″4,394 lb
2014–2017196″75″57″112″3,942 lb
ROWS 2·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada

Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.

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Acura RLX cargo space, seating & interior room

How much the RLX holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 102 cu ft of passenger volume and 24 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.

102
Passenger ft³
24
Cargo ft³
126
Total interior ft³

Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.

Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

Acura RLX tire size, oil type & owner specs

The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.

Wheels & tires
Wheel sizeby VIN
Tire sizeby VIN
Bolt patternby trim
Tire pressure32–36 PSI
Engine oil
Oil typeFull synthetic
Gradeon oil cap
Capacityby engine
Battery
Main battery12V · group by trim
Key-fob cellCR2032
Wiper blades
Front bladesby generation
Rear bladeif equipped
Fuses
Fuse boxeshood + dash
Diagramon box lid
Light bulbs
Headlightby trim
Tail / brakeby trim
Fogif equipped

Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.

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What MPG does the Acura RLX get?

The Acura RLX returns up to 30 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $2,550/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:

The 2020 Acura RLX (3.5L 6-cyl) gets 23 mpg combined and costs about $3,350/yr to fuel, emitting 383 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 5/10, smog 3/10) — about $5,750 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.

FIG.05a·Acura RLX MPG, CO₂ & smog — V6
YearCityHwyCombFuel/yrCO₂ g/miSmogEngine
2020 RLX202923$3,3503833/103.5L 6-cyl
2019 RLX202923$3,3503833/103.5L 6-cyl
2018 RLX202923$3,3503833/103.5L 6-cyl
2017 RLX203023$3,3503806/103.5L 6-cyl
2016 RLX203023$3,3503806/103.5L 6-cyl
2015 RLX203023$3,3503816/103.5L 6-cyl
2014 RLX203023$3,3503806/103.5L 6-cyl
ROWS 7·SOURCE EPA (ForCar database)

The 2020 Acura RLX (3.5L 6-cyl Hybrid) gets 28 mpg combined and costs about $2,750/yr to fuel, emitting 316 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 6/10, smog 7/10) — about $2,750 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.

FIG.05b·Acura RLX MPG, CO₂ & smog — Hybrid
YearCityHwyCombFuel/yrCO₂ g/miSmogEngine
2020 RLX282928$2,7503167/103.5L 6-cyl Hybrid
2019 RLX282928$2,7503167/103.5L 6-cyl Hybrid
2018 RLX282928$2,7503167/103.5L 6-cyl Hybrid
2017 RLX293029$2,6503068/103.5L 6-cyl Hybrid
2016 RLX283130$2,5503028/103.5L 6-cyl Hybrid
2014 RLX283130$2,5503028/103.5L 6-cyl Hybrid
ROWS 6·SOURCE EPA (ForCar database)

Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.

See how the RLX stacks up against the most fuel-efficient sedans, or calculate this RLX's real yearly fuel cost.

What engines does the Acura RLX have? Power & range

The Acura RLX is offered with 2 powertrains — 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl Hybrid. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.

FIG.06·Acura RLX Powertrains
EngineDisplacementTransmissionDriveFuel
V63.5L · 6-cylAutomatic (S10)FWDPremium
Hybrid3.5L · 6-cylAutomatic (AM-S7)AWDPremium
ROWS 2·SOURCE EPA + NHTSA vPIC

Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

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How much does a Acura RLX cost to own?

A used Acura RLX sells for a median of about $28,995 for a 2018 — most listed between $28,995 and $28,995, from 10 real US listings we track. That real market price is what depreciation eats into, so it's the true anchor of the cost to own:

FIG.07·Acura RLX Used Prices by Year
YearTypical priceMarket rangeListings
2018 RLX$28,995$28,995–$28,9956
2014 RLX$9,995$5,500–$12,4994
ROWS 2·SOURCE ForCar market · real US listings

For every model year mileage-adjusted, trade-in vs private-party vs dealer pricing and a good-deal check, see what a RLX is worth today, or browse used-market prices for sedans.

A Acura RLX holds its value well. A typical example keeps roughly 56% of its value after five years — losing about 44% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.

84%
Value @ 1 yr
68%
Value @ 3 yrs
56%
Value @ 5 yrs
$12,750
Est. 5-yr fuel
FIG.08·Acura RLX Depreciation & Resale
$
AgeValue retainedEst. resale valueLost to depreciation
Year 184%$25,200−$4,800
Year 276%$22,800−$7,200
Year 368%$20,400−$9,600
Year 461%$18,300−$11,700
Year 556%$16,800−$13,200
ROWS 5·SOURCE ForCar estimate

What goes into the five-year cost to own:

  • Depreciation — the biggest cost: this RLX loses about 44% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
  • Fuel — ≈ $12,750 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
  • Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the RLX ages.
  • Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.

Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.

How much is a Acura RLX to insure?

A Acura RLX costs about $1,776 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 24% above the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (124, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.

FIG.09·Acura RLX Insurance Cost
$1,776/yr
estimate · typical driver · full coverage · US average
$1,776
Est. / year
+24%
vs average car
$1,510–2,042
Typical range
124
HLDI loss index
CheaperAveragePricier
Where the money goes · full coverage
Liability (BI + PD)$852
Collision$497
Comprehensive$213
Other (UM / PIP)$213
LOSS INDEX 124·UNIT est. $/yr·SOURCE HLDI × NAIC
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Estimate = US-average premium × the RLX's HLDI loss index. See Acura insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.

Is the Acura RLX safe?

The Acura RLX earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall safety — real government crash-test data. Ratings by year:

FIG.10·Acura RLX Safety Ratings
YearOverallFrontalSideRollover
2020 RLX★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2019 RLX★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2018 RLX★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2017 RLX★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2016 RLX★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2015 RLX★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
ROWS 6·SOURCE NHTSA NCAP

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested model years.

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How many miles does a Acura RLX last?

A well-maintained Acura RLX typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 5.0/5.

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Check your Acura RLX’s VIN — history, recalls & specs

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All Acura RLX model years

A year-by-year snapshot of the Acura RLX — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.

FIG.11·All Acura RLX Model Years
YearRecallsBest MPGSafety
2026 RLX0
2025 RLX0
2024 RLX0
2023 RLX0
2022 RLX0
2021 RLX0
2020 RLX1 recall28 mpg★★★★★
2019 RLX3 recalls28 mpg★★★★★
2018 RLX2 recalls28 mpg★★★★★
2017 RLX1 recall29 mpg★★★★★
2016 RLX2 recalls30 mpg★★★★★
2015 RLX3 recalls23 mpg★★★★★
2014 RLX5 recalls30 mpg
ROWS 13·SOURCE NHTSA + EPA

Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).

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Frequently asked questions

What are the worst years for the RLX?

By owner-complaint volume, 2014, 2015, 2018 drew the most reports. 2019, 2021, 2022 have the cleanest records.

How many recalls does the RLX have?

17 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2014–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Acura recalls and reliability across every model.

What MPG does the RLX get?

Up to 30 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.

Is the RLX safe?

The RLX earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall crash-test safety; ratings vary by model year.

How many miles does a RLX last?

A well-maintained RLX typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.

Is the RLX reliable?

Our ForCar Reliability Score for the RLX is 5.0/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.

What's the Acura RLX warranty?

New Acura models carry a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 6 years / 70,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Acura dealer.

Where is the Acura RLX made?

The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your RLX's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Acura may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.

How much ground clearance does the RLX have?

Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.

Data sourced from NHTSA (recalls, complaints, safety ratings) and EPA fueleconomy.gov (MPG). Best/worst-year analysis is ForCar's own aggregation of complaint volume. Last updated Jul 2026. — ForCar Editorial Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.
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