Model year guide

2020 Acura ilx

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Acura ilx is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

2020 Acura ilx at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints9
Combined28 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2020 Acura ilx recalls 2

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #23V858000 · 18/12/2023

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 CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder NHTSA Campaign #25V859000 · 11/12/2025

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Acura ILX vehicles. Contaminated brake fluid may cause a seal inside the brake master cylinder to deform, which can cause an internal brake fluid leak and reduce brake function.

Fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is RN5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.go…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2020 Acura ilx common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2020 Acura ilx MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg
City24 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,950

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2020 Acura ilx costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,750
Fuel only$14,750
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2020 Acura ilx trims & engines on record

Trims
Premium Package/Technology Package · Premium and A-SPEC Package/ Technology and A-SPEC Package · Base/Acura Watch Plus
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl 201 hp

2020 Acura ilx vehicles on record

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2020 Acura ilx — frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Acura ilx have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2020 Acura ilx. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Acura ilx?

Across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are visibility/wiper, service brakes, structure.

What gas mileage does the 2020 Acura ilx get?

The 2020 Acura ilx has a U.S. EPA estimate of 28 mpg combined (24 city / 34 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.