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2020 Acura ILX problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 10 complaints on file for the 2020 Acura ILX — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

10

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2020 compare to other ILX years?

ILX NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted89 complaints2013: 89 complaints2014: 36 complaints2015: 21 complaints2016: 80 complaints2017: 24 complaints2018: 26 complaints2019: 44 complaints2020: 10 complaints2021: 19 complaints2022: 5 complaints
ILX NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Acura ILX problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Visibility & Wipers330%
Electrical System110%
Fuel System110%
Seat Belts110%
Brakes110%
Body & Structure110%
Suspension110%
Steering110%

Does the 2020 Acura ILX have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V859000BrakesDecember 11, 2025 · 70,658 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Acura ILX vehicles. Contaminated brake fluid may cause a seal inside the brake master cylinder to deform, which can cause an internal brake fluid leak and reduce brake function.

Consequence

Reduced brake function can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is RN5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 17, 2025. The information in your report suggests that Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6 Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.

23V858000Fuel SystemDecember 18, 2023 · 2,490,460 units

Defect

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.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The factory original windshield wipers caused micro scratches in the glass. Dirt cannot be thoroughly cleaned from the scratches and collects more dirt during driving. When facing the sun, dirt particles in the scratches reflect in the scratches obstructing clear vision. Changing windshield wipers…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · August 18, 2022

“The contact owns a 2020 Acura ILX. The contact stated that while stopped and preparing to make a left turn, a 2002 Subaru ran a red light and crashed into the driver's side panel. The driver's side seat belt snapped on impact. There were no warning lights illuminated. The air bag was deployed.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · October 14, 2022 · crash

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Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · October 23, 2023

“CON 127 MILLAS DE USO Y MIENTRAS EL VEHCULO ESTABA EN MOVIMIENTO EN EL ESTACIONAMIENTO DE UN CENTRO COMERCIAL SE APAG EL VEHICULO Y NO PRENDI. EL VEHCULO SE COMPR EL 08/01/2020 TENA UNA SEMANA DE COMPRADO. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · August 8, 2020

“My Acura ILX 2020 has less than 40.000 miles and has a mechanical problem that can not be fixed and it is dangerous for my self and others. In my opinion this is related to the stearing of the car and it is very dagerous knowing that you take your car to be repair and the dealer does not know how…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · December 6, 2024

2020 Acura ILX — common questions

Is the 2020 Acura ILX reliable?

The record is thin — 10 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2020 ILX problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are visibility & wipers (3 complaints), brakes (1 complaints), seat belts (1 complaints).

Does the 2020 Acura ILX have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2020 Acura ILX. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2020 Acura ILX under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Acura ILX years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the ILX years to avoid are 2013, 2016, 2019, 2014, 2015. The cleanest record among ILX years belongs to 2022.

How safe is the 2020 Acura ILX?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2020 Acura ILX earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.