2014 Acura RLX Reliability
The 2014 Acura RLX has 84 owner complaints and 5 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about steering and suspension. Compared with nearby RLX model years (2014–2016), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the RLX's typical year.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
84
NHTSA owner complaints
5
Recall campaigns
1
Complaints citing a crash
0
Complaints citing a fire
2014 Acura RLX complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 model year, filed between 2013 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 49 | 58% |
| Suspension | 17 | 20% |
| Stability control | 12 | 14% |
| Electrical system | 10 | 12% |
| Engine | 7 | 8% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 7% |
| Lane departure | 5 | 6% |
| Unknown or other | 5 | 6% |
2014 Acura RLX recalls
5 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2014 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13V622000 | Dec 16, 2013 | Suspension — rear | 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 to the sub-frame of the vehicle may have loosened during… |
| 14V639000 | Oct 10, 2014 | Seat belts | 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. In the affected vehicles, the… |
| 14V792000 | Dec 16, 2014 | Exterior lighting — headlights | American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured November 22, 2012, to January 30, 2014, 2015 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured June 4, 2014, to November 18, 2014, and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles… |
| 15V301000 | May 20, 2015 | Forward collision avoidance — crash imminent braking | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX 2WD and AWD, RLX and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) may incorrectly interpret certain roadside… |
| 23V858000 | Dec 19, 2023 | Fuel system — delivery / fuel pump | 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 Honda… |
How the 2014 compares with nearby RLX years
Verdicts compare these RLX model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 (this page) | 84 | 5 | Steering | Caution |
| 2015 | 11 | 3 | Steering | Too few reports |
| 2016 | 6 | 0 | Suspension | Too few reports |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2014 Acura RLX
- Steering: check for a steering warning light, heavy or notchy steering and clunks over bumps; power-steering faults show up at low speed.
- Suspension: listen for clunks over bumps, look for leaking struts and uneven tire wear.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 5 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2014 Acura RLX reliability FAQ
Is the 2014 Acura RLX reliable?
The 2014 Acura RLX has 84 owner complaints and 5 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about steering and suspension. Compared with nearby RLX model years (2014–2016), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the RLX's typical year.
What are the most common 2014 Acura RLX problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Acura RLX are steering (49), suspension (17), stability control (12), electrical system (10). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2014 Acura RLX have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2014 Acura RLX, including 13V622000 (suspension — rear) and 14V639000 (seat belts). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2014 Acura RLX compare with the 2013 and 2015 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2015 has 11 complaints and 3 recalls (too few reports). The 2014 has 84 complaints and 5 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2014 Acura RLX?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2014 RLX, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.