2014 Acura RLX
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 83 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
57% of complaints: steering — 47 distinct reports on file.
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The contact and her husband own a 2014 Acura RLX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact lost control of the vehicle due to the vehicle jerking to the right. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230913
WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE STRAIT AT LOW SPEEDS, I STARTED TO HEAR MOANING OR RUBBING NOISES FROM THE REAR SUSPENSION ON A REGULAR BASIS. A FEW TIMES, I WOULD FEEL LIKE MY CAR WOULD SLIDE IN THE BACK END AND QUICKLY CORRECT ITSELF.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180711
THE PWS IN THE REAR OF CAR, IS LOCKING AT TIMES WHEN MAKING RIGHT OR LEFT TURN.. THEY IT WILL ADJUST ITSELF ABRUPTLY WHILE DRIVING CAUSING NEAR DEATH SITUATIONS..
NHTSA ODI report, 20180628
18% of complaints: suspension — 15 distinct reports on file.
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WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE STRAIT AT LOW SPEEDS, I STARTED TO HEAR MOANING OR RUBBING NOISES FROM THE REAR SUSPENSION ON A REGULAR BASIS. A FEW TIMES, I WOULD FEEL LIKE MY CAR WOULD SLIDE IN THE BACK END AND QUICKLY CORRECT ITSELF.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180711
14% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 12 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: electrical system — 9 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: engine — 7 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured August 7, 2012, through November 5, 2013. The bolts that attach the rear lower control arms t
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension lower control arm bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early January 2014. Customers may contact Honda at
Campaign 13V622000 — check if this car was fixed
American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to August 25, 2014, and 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to November 25, 2013.
Remedy: Honda has notified owners, and dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238.
Campaign 14V639000 — check if this car was fixed
American Honda Motor Co.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace both of the headlights, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-310-783-2000. Honda's number for this recall is JN2.
Campaign 14V792000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX 2WD and AWD, RLX and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the CMBS software, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's numbers for this recall is JQ4, JQ5 and JQ6.
Campaign 15V301000 — check if this car was fixed
Electrical overstress
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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...
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.
Campaign 23V858000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Acura RLX — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (47 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 13V622000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V639000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V792000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V301000 (forward collision avoidance) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V858000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2014 Acura RLX 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 2014 Acura RLX?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Acura RLX have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.