2016 Acura Ilx Safety Report
2016 Acura ILX Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2016 Acura Ilx
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2016 Acura Ilx. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (6) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (47) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 3 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Air Bags | Compare air bags issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2020 | Compare against the 2020 Acura Ilx with 9 complaints and 2 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 Acura Ilx before buying across this generation. |
Acura Ilx Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Acura Ilx years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Acura Ilx | 18 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2015 Acura Ilx | 19 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Acura Ilx | 22 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Acura Ilx | 29 | 5 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Acura Ilx | 9 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Acura Ilx | 11 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2016 Acura Ilx Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2016 Acura Ilx, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Air Bags
11 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Acura onlyService Brakes
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Acura onlyUnknown Or Other
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Acura onlyPower Train
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Acura onlyPower Train,Air Bags,Fuel/Propulsion System
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Air Bags,Fuel/Propulsion System issues Acura onlyFuel/Propulsion System
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Acura onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2016 Acura Ilx
Reliability Score
The 2016 Acura Ilx receives a reliability score of 55 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2016 Acura Ilx
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2016 Acura Ilx
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2016 Acura Ilx:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Inflator Module Recalled multiple times for potential failure of the inflator module, which could lead to airbags not deploying properly in a crash. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Hydraulic Master Cylinder Recalled due to contamination, which could cause the brakes to fail, posing a significant safety risk. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Fuel Tank Assembly Recalled for potential leakage, which could lead to fuel spillage and increase the risk of fire. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Drive Shaft Recalled due to excessive grease, which could cause the drive shaft to fail, leading to loss of vehicle control. |
Low | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2016 Acura Ilx:
Issues with the hydraulic master cylinder have been reported, affecting 23% of the vehicles.
Recall Details for the 2016 Acura Ilx
The following 6 recalls have been issued for the 2016 Acura Ilx by NHTSA:
Summary: 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. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed February 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. 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 ...
Summary: 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.
Summary: Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Acura ILX vehicles. Excessive grease may prevent the set-ring on the half shaft from fully engaging, allowing the driveshaft to separate from the half shaft.
Consequence: A separated driveshaft can cause the vehicle to have a loss of drive or allow the vehicle to move even while in Park, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and, as necessary, replace the driveshaft and half shaft, free of charge. The recall began August 1, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is G54.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling specific 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2013-2016 ILX, 2013-2014 ILX Hybrid, 2003-2006 MDX, 2007-2016 RDX, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2004-2006, and 2009-2014 TL, 2010-2013 ZDX and 2001-2007 and 2009 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2007 and 2010-2011 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement driver air bag inflator...
Consequence: An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is O41. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is U40.
Summary: Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Acura ILX vehicles. The vehicles may have a deformed fuel tank, raising the height of the fuel pump and allowing the fuel level float to stick, possibly causing the fuel gauge to display an inaccurate fuel level.
Consequence: If the fuel gauge displays that the vehicle has more gas than it actually does, the vehicle may run out of gas and stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is H3U, Z3T.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 CR-Z, 2010-2014 FCX, and Insight, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013-2014 Fit EV, 2007-2014 Ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ILX, 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2007-2016 RDX, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2013 Acura ZDX vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JY0, JY1, and JY2.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2016 Acura Ilx
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2016 Acura Ilx with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 3 complaints involved crashes. 3 reported injuries or fatalities.
I am filing this complaint regarding the inadequacy of American Honda's recall remedy under NHTSA Campaign 25V-859 (Acura Campaign RN5) for my 2016 Acura ILX (109,000 miles). This recall addresses a defective brake master cylinder that can reduce braking performance and increase stopping distances, posing an unreasonable risk of crash or injury. Despite this acknowledged safety defect, American H...
I am reporting a safety concern involving my vehicle, a 2016 Acura ILX (VIN: [XXX]), which is currently subject to an active brake system safety recall involving the brake master cylinder (Acura Recall Code RN5). The recall describes a defect in which contamination of the brake fluid system may cause the master cylinder seal to swell and reduce braking pressure, allowing the brake pedal to travel ...
Airbag light on per dealership needs driver airbag replaced was on recall, then retracted from recall
My car is fine Lyft company has stopped me because I have a recall for you . And I need a document from you that says that I don't need no recall . Plus I just had the inspection this morning. And my car is perfect. Can you please help me with a document to get back to work
I own a 2016 Acura ILX and recently discovered multiple federally mandated safety recalls affecting my vehicle, including a brake master cylinder recall, fuel pump recall, driveshaft separation recall, and Takata airbag recall. I have owned this vehicle for over seven years and was never notified by mail or otherwise at my correct address that these safety recalls existed. One recall is currently ...
The contact owns a 2016 Acura ILX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V859000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that it had been over a month since the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reaso...
The contact owns a 2016 Acura ILX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The failure had occurred several times. The vehicle was taken back to the residence. The contact stated that her husband, an independent mechanic, diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The contact researched and became aware of NHTSA Campai...
Codep0087 the car loses power from acceleration and stalls and is scary in busy intersections with children in the car i search with my vin as there is a recall and mine is not connected when it needs to be replaced and under recall
Paint peeling around rear window. Moonroof spontaneously shattered while driving.
My car does not start, before that the car start to misfire and loss power at 60 mph on the highway ,and then take it to fix it, put a new high pressure fuel pump because i had a p0087 dtc, it say low pressure on the fuel rail, after the change the car does the same and see a recall for that problem online
I was driving on an busy intersection about 45mph and my 2016 Acura ilx all of a sudden drop speed to 20mph. It was dangerous and I had my kids in the back seat. Took my car to a local shop and told me is Low pressure fuel pump. Code P0087.
The exterior paint around the front windshield of my daughters vehcle is peeling off. There is a recall on this problem but I was told my Vin# was not included in the recall. Acura stated since my vin is not listed there is nothing that can be done. Acura TSB #ONL6P811202020. NHTSA TSB #10182987. I can not understand why if they know there is a problem that all vehicles with the problem are n...
Drive Shaft Recall, and Truck is jammed due to Son sitting on it with his 3 friends smoking pot. The trunk has been jammed since 2017. I have reported it to Carmax in Garland.
Noticed loss of power, car would randomly go into limp mode while driving, I’d have to pull off to the side and restart the vehicle. Sometimes would hesitate or jerk.(this happened on the free way since I’m frequently on them) driveshaft feels likes it’s not performing 100%
My sunroof shattered while I was driving on the highway.
This is a white car with no after-dealer modifications. The paint is peeling from around the windshield and rear window.
It won’t let me stay in the lane while I driving
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 ACURA ILX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN RATE OF SPEED, THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE WAS T-BONED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE WHILE EXITING THE HIGHWAY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW SHATTERED INTO SEVERAL PIECES AS A RESULT OF THE IMPACT. THE CONTACT DID NOT RECEIVED MEDI...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 ACURA ILX. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING AN OIL CHANGE, A LEAK FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE INTERMEDIATE BEARING SEAL WAS FOUND. THE LEAK COULD CREATE A LOSS OF POWER TRANSFER TO THE WHEELS AND CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO STOP SUDDENLY. A PARKED VEHICLE WOULD ROLL IF THE PARKING BRAKE WERE NOT APPLIED. NAPLES ACURA (659 AIRPORT-PULLING RD, NAPLES, FL 34104, (239) 330-4212) WAS C...
THE CAR HAS AN OPEN RECALL. MAUS ACURA IN TAMPA SAID IF IT DOESN'T NEED REPAIRED AT THE TIME THEY WILL CLOSE THE RECALL WITHOUT REPAIRS! THEY ARE REFUSING TO GIVE ME LOANER AND SAID THEY ARE NOT FIXING IT.
Showing 20 of 47 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2016 Acura Ilx
Has the 2016 ACURA ILX been recalled?
Yes, the 2016 ACURA ILX has 6 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2016 ACURA ILX have?
The 2016 ACURA ILX has 47 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 3 involved crashes. 4 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2016 ACURA ILX?
The 2016 ACURA ILX received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 ACURA ILX?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2016 ACURA ILX involve air bags (11 complaints), service brakes (5 complaints), unknown or other (4 complaints). Other affected components include power train, power train,air bags,fuel/propulsion system, fuel/propulsion system.
How many crash reports does the 2016 ACURA ILX have?
There are 3 crash reports associated with the 2016 ACURA ILX out of 47 total complaints (6.4% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2016 ACURA ILX have?
There are no fire reports for the 2016 ACURA ILX in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2016 ACURA ILX?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2016 ACURA ILX.
How many injuries are reported for the 2016 ACURA ILX?
4 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2016 ACURA ILX. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2016 ACURA ILX?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2016 ACURA ILX is acceptable with caveats. It has 47 complaints, 6 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2016 ACURA ILX?
The components with the most failures on the 2016 ACURA ILX are: 1. AIR BAGS (11 complaints), 2. SERVICE BRAKES (5 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (4 complaints), 4. POWER TRAIN (4 complaints), 5. POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (2 complaints). AIR BAGS is the single most-reported problem area with 11 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2016 ACURA ILX?
Be aware of the potential recalls for airbags, service brakes, and fuel tank assembly. Ensure your vehicle is up to date with all recalls. The 2016 ACURA ILX has 47 NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2016 ACURA ILX?
The 2016 ACURA ILX receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 47 owner complaints, 6 recalls, and 3 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Airbag Inflator Module and Hydraulic Master Cylinder.
What are the known issues with the 2016 ACURA ILX?
Known issues with the 2016 ACURA ILX include: Airbag Inflator Module, Hydraulic Master Cylinder, Fuel Tank Assembly, Drive Shaft. These are based on patterns found across 47 NHTSA complaints. 6 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the airbags in the 2016 Acura ILX?
Yes, there have been multiple recalls for the airbag inflator module due to potential failure.
What is the issue with the hydraulic master cylinder?
The hydraulic master cylinder has been recalled due to contamination, which could cause the brakes to fail.
Is there a recall for the fuel tank assembly?
Yes, the fuel tank assembly has been recalled for potential leakage, which could lead to fuel spillage and increase the risk of fire.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be aware of the potential recalls for airbags, service brakes, and fuel tank assembly. Ensure your vehicle is up to date with all recalls.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2016 Acura Ilx
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2016 Acura Ilx. The data includes 47 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 6 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 3 reported crashes, 4 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2016 Acura Ilx an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-13