Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2020 Acura ILX recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2020 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
Safety recalls2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 11, 202525V859000 | Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components master cylinderReduced brake function can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V859000
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| Dec 18, 202323V858000 | Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pumpFuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V858000
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Owner complaints by component10
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 30 |
| Steering | 2 | 20 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 10 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 10 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 10 |
| Structure | 1 | 10 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 10 |
| Suspension | 1 | 10 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 10 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Steering
“Multipurpose camera unit failure code U3000-49. My camera does not keep its lane assist accurately and sways from side to side when it is working. 9 out of 10 times it does not work.”
- Service brakes
“I am experiencing an issue with my brakes. When I am at a red light and I brake, I find my brakes start to descend. So it's brake, then the brake moves a bit down towards the floor. Then it moves down a bit more.”
- Structure
“[XXX] [XXX] Email: [XXX] Subject: CarMax auto and CarMax auto finance RE: CarMax auto finance [XXX] Phone: 18009253612 Website: carmax auto finance Transaction Date: 10/23/2023 Amount Paid: 29976 Payment Method: Credit…”
Other Acura ILX model years
- 20210 recalls11 complaints
- 20202 recalls10 complaints
- 20195 recalls36 complaints
- 20184 recalls23 complaints
- 20174 recalls20 complaints
- 20166 recalls52 complaints
All years: 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018 · 2017 · 2016 · 2015 · 2014 · 2013
Other Acura models
- 2020 MDX8 recalls228 complaints
- 2020 RDX5 recalls348 complaints
- 2020 TLX5 recalls63 complaints
- 2020 RLX1 recall3 complaints
- 2014 TL3 recalls17 complaints
- 2012 RL6 recalls1 complaint
- 2014 TSX3 recalls7 complaints
- 2024 ZDX5 recalls58 complaints
- 2003 CL5 recalls73 complaints
- 2023 Integra2 recalls208 complaints
- 2006 RSX2 recalls24 complaints
- 2018 NSX3 recalls0 complaints
2020 Acura ILX recall questions
How many recalls does the 2020 Acura ILX have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Acura ILX. The most recent, 25V859000 (reported December 11, 2025), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Acura ILX?
Visibility/wiper is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 10 filed with NHTSA (30%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2020 Acura ILX?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Acura recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Acura dealer.
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