How many airbag complaints does the 2016 Acura ILX have?

NHTSA lists 17 airbag complaints for the 2016 ILX, which is 33% of the 52 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there an airbag recall for the 2016 Acura ILX?

Yes. NHTSA lists two related airbag recalls: campaign 16V061000 covering the Takata inflator, reported in February 2016, and campaign 19V182000 covering an alternate inflator replacement, reported in March 2019.

Did the airbag problems cause crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data tied to this complaint area shows 3 crashes and 4 injuries, with no fires reported.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2016 ILX is 38,000 miles.

How does the 2016 ILX compare to other years for airbag complaints?

The 2016 ILX had 17 airbag complaints (33% share), lower in share than 2014 (69%) and 2015 (63%), but higher in raw count than most years after 2016.

2016 Acura ILX Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 17 airbag complaints for the 2016 Acura ILX, 33% of its 52 total complaints that year. Three crashes and four injuries are tied to this area, with a median failure mileage of 38,000 miles, and two related airbag recalls are on file.

Airbags complaints: 17; 33% of 52
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 38,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Owners report airbags failing to deploy during collisions, including t-bone and rear-end crashes.
Several complaints describe delays getting the Takata airbag inflator recall (16V061000) repaired because replacement parts were not available for extended periods.
Some owners state dealerships did not provide loaner or rental vehicles matching their trim while waiting for the recall repair.
One complaint describes a crash involving a large truck where the vehicle was struck and pushed out of its lane.
A few complaints mix in unrelated concerns, such as squeaky brakes and misaligned rear windows, alongside the airbag recall issue.

When 2016 Acura ILX airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 17, 2016, latest May 28, 2026.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2016 to May 2026; peak Mar 2016 (5).

Airbags recalls for the 2016 Acura ILX

NHTSA 19V182000Mar 6, 2019Airbags1,101,534 vehicles
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. The affected vehicles received a replacement driver air bag inflator as part of a previous Takata inflator recall remedy or a replacement driver air bag module containing the same inflator type as a service part. Due to a manufacturing error, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, these inflators may explode.
Risk: 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.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is O41. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is U40.
NHTSA 16V061000Feb 3, 2016Airbags2,232,187 vehicles
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. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Risk: 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.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JY0, JY1, and JY2.

Airbags complaints by ILX model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201325 (38%)
201420 (69%)
201512 (63%)
201617 (33%)
20171 (5%)
20180 (0%)
20191 (3%)
20200 (0%)
20212 (18%)
20220 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does the 2016 Acura ILX have?: NHTSA lists 17 airbag complaints for the 2016 ILX, which is 33% of the 52 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an airbag recall for the 2016 Acura ILX?: Yes. NHTSA lists two related airbag recalls: campaign 16V061000 covering the Takata inflator, reported in February 2016, and campaign 19V182000 covering an alternate inflator replacement, reported in March 2019.
Did the airbag problems cause crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data tied to this complaint area shows 3 crashes and 4 injuries, with no fires reported.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2016 ILX is 38,000 miles.
How does the 2016 ILX compare to other years for airbag complaints?: The 2016 ILX had 17 airbag complaints (33% share), lower in share than 2014 (69%) and 2015 (63%), but higher in raw count than most years after 2016.