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2013 ACURA ILX Safety Overview

The 2013 ACURA ILX has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 6 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Power train:driveline:driveshaft
  • Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
  • Exterior lighting:headlights

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for ACURA ILX owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2013 ACURA ILX 20V770000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Acura ILX, 2013 Acura ILX Hybrid,...

A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA Recall 20V770000: A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/10/2020
2013 ACURA ILX 19V500000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013 Acura ILX, 2015 RDX, 2005-2010 and 201...

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 19V500000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/27/2019
2013 ACURA ILX 19V182000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling specific 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2013-2016 ILX, 2013-2014...

An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

A safety recall has been issued concerning air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling specific 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2013-2016 ILX, 2013-2014 ILX Hybrid, 2003-2006 MDX, 2007-2016 RDX, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2004-2006, and 2009-2014 TL, 2010-2013 ZDX and 2001-2007 and 2009 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2007 and 2010-2011 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. If ignored, an explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.. To fix this, honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge.

Reported: 3/6/2019
2013 ACURA ILX 16V061000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 ...

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

A safety recall has been issued concerning air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 CR-Z, 2010-2014 FCX, and Insight, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013-2014 Fit EV, 2007-2014 Ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ILX, 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2007-2016 RDX, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2013 Acura ZDX vehicles. If ignored, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.. To fix this, honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge.

Reported: 2/3/2016
2013 ACURA ILX 14V323000

American Honda Motor Co., Inc (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2013 Acura ILX vehicles man...

The diminished light output may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additonally, the excessive heat coming from around the bulb and reflector could cause the headlights to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 14V323000: The diminished light output may decrease the driver's visibility... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/13/2014
2013 ACURA ILX 12V338000

Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Honda CR-V and model year 2013 Acura ILX vehicles.

If the door is not fully latched, the door may open while driving or in a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury to the vehicle occupants.

NHTSA Recall 12V338000: If the door is not fully latched, the door may open while driving or in a... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/19/2012

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.