The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·19V424000·Announced 2019-06-06

Acura Recalls 2016-2019 ILX Vehicles for Driveshaft Separation Risk

Acura is recalling 2016-2019 ILX vehicles because excessive grease may prevent a set-ring from engaging, allowing the driveshaft to separate and increase crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (driveshaft separation) that can cause loss of drive or unintended movement, increasing the risk of a crash or injury, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury reports.

Plain-English summary

Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Acura ILX vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where excessive grease may prevent the set-ring on the half shaft from fully engaging. This condition allows the driveshaft to separate from the half shaft.

A separated driveshaft can cause the vehicle to have a loss of drive or allow the vehicle to move even while in Park. This increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the driveshaft and half shaft free of charge. The recall began August 1, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ACURA ILX
Brand
ACURA
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Category
Vehicle — Drivetrain
Hazard
Affected units
49,898

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • ILX

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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