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Buying a used 2018 Acura ILX? Check these 4 recalls first
Four recalls dominate this year: a driveshaft that can separate, a fuel pump that can fail and stall the engine, an internal brake leak that weakens braking, and a fuel gauge that can read wrong. None carry stop-driving or park-outside warnings. The 23 unverified NHTSA owner complaints line up with that: fuel and propulsion issues lead, with a handful of brake reports. Two crashes, no fires or injuries reported.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Ask for recall completion proof on the driveshaft, fuel pump, and brake repairs.
- Test-drive for stalling or hesitation; confirm the fuel pump recall by VIN.
- Check the fuel gauge reads accurately and the brake pedal holds firm.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Acura dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2018 Acura ILX
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Acura ILX driveshaft can separate and roll away | Power Train | high |
| Honda and Acura fuel pump can fail, stalling engine | Fuel System, Gasoline | high |
| Acura ILX brakes can weaken from an internal leak | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | high |
| Acura ILX fuel gauge may show wrong gas level | Fuel System, Gasoline | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
23 complaints filed for this model year, including 2 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 0 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 19 | Yes |
| Brakes | 2 | Yes |
| Engine | 2 | None found |
| Electrical System | 2 | None found |
| Seat Belts | 1 | None found |