MYRModel Year Report

2021 Acura ILX

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2021 Acura ILX
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:46:44.888Z

Only 11 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Acura ILX Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2021 highlighted. 2013: 64 complaints 2013 2014: 29 complaints 2015: 19 complaints 2015 2016: 51 complaints 2017: 20 complaints 2017 2018: 23 complaints 2019: 35 complaints 2019 2020: 9 complaints 2021: 11 complaints 2021 2022: 3 complaints 2022
2021: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
201364
201429
201519
201651
201720
201823
201935
20209
202111
20223

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

LANE DEPARTURE

3 of 11 total reports mention: lane departure.

LANE DEPARTURE

3 of 11 total reports mention: lane departure.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2 of 11 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

AIR BAGS

2 of 11 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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I am submitting this complaint regarding a 2021 Acura ILX (VIN: [XXX] ) that has been unreleasable for an extended period due to manufacturer inability to supply a required safety component.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251219

The contact owns a 2021 Acura ILX. The contact stated while attempting to park the vehicle, the airbag deployed without impact which resulted in the contact crashing into a pole.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220113

VISIBILITY

1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2021 Acura ILX — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for lane departure issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for lane departure issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2021 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 2021 Acura ILX?

The most-reported component is lane departure: warning, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2021 Acura ILX have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.