Question 1

Is the Acura RLX reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Acura RLX has 172 total NHTSA complaints across 5 model years. The most reliable years are 2017 (6 complaints), 2018 (7 complaints), 2016 (9 complaints). Years to avoid: 2014 (136 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Acura RLX should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2014 Acura RLX. The 2014 model has the most complaints (136) with the top issue being STEERING.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Acura RLX?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Acura RLX are 2017 (6 complaints), 2018 (7 complaints), 2016 (9 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2018	7	My vehicle has the same 3.5 liter naturally aspira...	Above Average
2017	6	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 ACURA RLX. THE CONTACT...	Excellent Reliability
2016	9	I WAS INVOLVED IN A MODERATE TO SEVERE FRONTAL CRA...	Above Average
2015	14	WHEN I MAKE A LEFT TURN, MY WHEELS AND STEERING WH...	Average
2014	136	I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY WHEN THE BACK-END O...	Avoid This Year

Acura RLX — All Years

Acura RLX — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid