At the shop, Acura fuel-system issues have a recognizable signature. 116 documented complaints across 14 year-model entries from 2007 to 2020 is consistent with what we see come in. 2018 Acura RDX tops the list, but the pattern repeats across years. Multiple generations are affected. Most reports are nuisance-grade rather than safety-critical — but the volume itself is the signal. Average shop fix runs about $1,200 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. Check the fuel pump access cover for prior work. A vehicle on this list that already had a pump replacement is a vehicle to consider — the work is done.
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14 model-year entries · 2007–2020
Acura fuel system problems
116 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Acura vehicles for fuel system issues. 2 active recall campaigns. See fuel system across all makes →
Complaints
116
Recalls
2
Year-models
14
Avg fix
$1,200
Worst-affected Acura model-years for fuel system Top 14 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
2018 Acura RDX
17 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2020 Acura RDX
16 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2019 Acura ILX
13 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,200 moderate
2019 Acura RDX
11 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2018 Acura MDX
11 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2020 Acura TLX
8 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2019 Acura MDX
8 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2019 Acura TLX
8 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,200 moderate
2018 Acura ILX
7 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2020 Acura MDX
4 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2016 Acura MDX
4 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2015 Acura TLX
3 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2011 Acura MDX
3 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2007 Acura TL
3 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
Active recalls — Acura fuel system 4 on file
Honda (American Honda Motor Co
Reduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's recall number for this recall is P3W. Honda's recall number for this recall is N3X.
Acura (American Honda Motor Co
If the fuel gauge displays that the vehicle has more gas than it actually does, the vehicle may run out of gas and stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is H3U, Z3T.
Acura (American Honda Motor Co
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is JKX.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel tanks, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are U29, and Z28.
Common questions
How many Acura fuel system complaints are on file with NHTSA?
116 complaints across 14 model-year entries from 2007 to 2020. 2 active recall campaigns cover fuel system issues across the Acura lineup.
Which Acura model has the most fuel system complaints?
The 2018 Acura RDX leads with 17 complaints in this category. Next: 2020 RDX (16) and 2019 ILX (13).
What does it cost to fix Acura fuel system problems?
Independent shops average $1,200 for fuel system repairs across the Acura lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Acura fuel system recalls?
Yes — 4 active recall campaigns cover fuel system on Acura vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Acura.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.