2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid.
2
recalls
1
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
NHTSA campaign 15V301000 · reported May 20, 2015 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 19,502 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
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 objects such as metal fences or metal guardrails as obstacles and unexpectedly apply the brakes.
The risk
If the CMBS unexpectedly applies emergency braking force while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the CMBS software, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's numbers for this recall is JQ4, JQ5 and JQ6.
Exterior lighting: headlights
NHTSA campaign 14V792000 · reported December 16, 2014 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 9,751 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
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 manufactured November 5, 2013, to July 25, 2014. An aluminum film applied to the inner reflector of the headlight may experience adhesion issues causing the film to delaminate. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
The risk
Delamination of the aluminum film may diminish output of the headlight, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace both of the headlights, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-310-783-2000. Honda's number for this recall is JN2.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Electrical system1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Feb 7, 2018 · Electrical system · 27,500 miles
MY CAR HAS BEEN DAMAGED 3 TIMES BY RODENTS CHEWING ON WIRING IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED TWICE. FORTUNATELY, THE BREAKDOWNS HAVE OCCURRED WHILE THE CAR WAS PARKED, AND NOT WHILE I WAS DRIVING. BUT, YOU ONLY NEED TO DO A SEARCH OF THE 'NET TO FIND REPORTS OF PEOPLE THAT HAVE HAD BREAKDOWNS WHILE…
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid, the most recent reported on May 20, 2015 (Forward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid?
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (1 complaints).
How many 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 1 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received February 7, 2018.