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NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2020 Acura Rlx Sport

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
2Complaints
1Investigations
ABOUT THE ACURA RLX SPORT

The Acura RLX Sport Hybrid is the flagship sedan from Honda's luxury division, targeting buyers who want a refined, technology-forward alternative to German and Japanese executive cars. Positioned at the top of Acura's lineup, it pairs a hybrid powertrain with all-wheel drive and a suite of advanced safety electronics, appealing to drivers who prioritize sophistication and safety in equal measure.

VERDICT

The 2020 Acura Rlx Sport earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 99 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • families prioritizing rollover safety
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the RLX Sport Hybrid for its composed, quiet ride and high level of standard technology, noting that the cabin materials and refinement feel appropriate for a flagship sedan. Driving dynamics are described as smooth and confidence-inspiring rather than sporty. Some reviewers point to the infotainment interface as a friction point, though overall comfort and feature content draw consistent appreciation.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

OverallNot rated
FrontalNot rated
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 9.7%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14145

Index breakdown

Crash protection70/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record19/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP23V858000

Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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.

Reported 2023-12-18

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsSteering 1Vehicle Speed Control 1

Other Rlx Sport years

Rivals in Sedan (2020)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 14145), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Acura Rlx Sport 2020. Class rank 2 of 105 in Sedan 2020. Methodology · Disclosure