Is the 2013 Acura ILX reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Acura ILX?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Acura ILX have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

2013 Acura ILX

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2013 Acura ILX
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:37:51.621Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 66
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2013: 66 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2013	66
2014	29
2015	19
2016	52
2017	20
2018	23
2019	36
2020	10
2021	11
2022	3

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

38% · 25 reports

CRASHINJURY

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âComponent or system that failed/malfunctioned: Frontal Airbag Deployment System / Airbag Control Module (ACU). The vehicle is currently towed and available for inspection upon request before any insurance salvage disposition.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-04

The contact owned a 2013 Acura ILX . The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle in front of her suddenly stopped.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-12-07

I went in for a airbag recall back in 2016 I got in a car accident on 7/30/19 which totaled my car but my air bags never deployed which caused a injury to the left side of my head from me hitting the steering wheel .

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-31

Electrical system

21% · 14 reports

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Hi - My driver's side door keeps unlocking and registering as if I am opening it as I am driving. I've attempted to have this fixed (stopped unlocking for about a year) but it has started back up within the last month.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-24

Power train

14% · 9 reports

Suspension

9% · 6 reports

Service brakes

9% · 6 reports

CRASHINJURY

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The brake fail stopping the car while driving off the highway via exiting ramp, ramp traffic was bumper to bumper slow at the moment and my car just accelerate from a stop, the car slide ahead and hit the front car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-09-29

Pulling up to a red light and went to press the brakes and they gave out and hit the SUV in front of me.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-13

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2012-08-16Latches/locks/linkages12V338000 Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Honda CR-V and model year 2013 Acura ILX vehicles. If the manual or power door lock is activated while an interior front door handle is being operated by…

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front door latch assemblies in the affected vehicles, free of charge. Additionally, the interior front door handles in certain Honda CR-Vs…

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2014-07-14Exterior lighting14V323000 American Honda Motor Co., Inc (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2013 Acura ILX vehicles manufactured January 16, 2012 to March 1, 2013, ILX Hybrid vehicles manufactured January 12, 2012 to February 7, 2013, and certain model year 2014 ILX...

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlights, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-862-2872. Honda's number for this recall is JE9.

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2017-02-22Air bags16V061000 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,...

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.

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2019-04-10Air bags19V182000 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...

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.

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2019-08-12Air bags19V500000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013 Acura ILX, 2015 RDX, 2005-2010 and 2012 RL, 2009-2014 TL, 2010 and 2012 ZDX, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2011-2013 and 2015 CR-Z, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013 Fit EV, 2010-2011 and 2013 Insight and 2007-2014...

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are S5B and W59.

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2021-03-08Power train20V770000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Acura ILX, 2013 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid, and 2007-2008 Honda Fit vehicles with a manual transmission and 2009-2013 Honda Fit vehicles originally sold, or ever...

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shafts, replacing either the left or right drive shaft, if necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk with an interim letter mailed February 2, 2021.

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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2013 Acura ILX — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 25 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 14 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 12V338000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Recall 14V323000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 16V061000 · Air bags
Recall 19V182000 · Air bags
Recall 19V500000 · Air bags
Recall 20V770000 · Power train

FAQ

Is the 2013 Acura ILX reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Acura ILX?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Acura ILX have?: 6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.