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Buying a used 2020 Acura ILX? Check these 2 recalls first
The final ILX year is the quietest of the three: only two recalls, both shared across Honda and Acura — the fuel pump that can fail and stall the engine, and an internal leak that can weaken the brakes. Neither requires stop-driving or outdoor parking. Just 10 unverified owner complaints were filed with NHTSA, and they point elsewhere — wipers and visibility, steering, and driver-assist features like lane departure and forward collision avoidance.
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.
- Verify by VIN that the fuel pump and brake recalls are closed.
- Test the wipers and washers and check for any visibility issues.
- Drive with lane departure and collision warning active to confirm normal behavior.
- 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 2020 Acura ILX
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
10 complaints filed for this model year, including 1 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? |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility And Wipers | 3 | None found |
| Steering | 2 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 2 | None found |
| Brakes | 1 | Yes |
| Structure | 1 | None found |
| Electrical System | 1 | None found |