Acura
Acura is the luxury and performance division of the Japanese automaker Honda. Touting “Precision Crafted Performance,” Acura positions itself as state-of-the-art among high-performance vehicles, combining technological innovations with precise engineering. Not every Acura that rolls off the line does so in the best of shape, however, and tens of thousands of vehicles have had to be called back to fix issues related to everything from interior and exterior lights to power steering and anti-lock brake failures.
If you own or lease an Acura covered under the manufacturer’s original warranty that is not performing as it should, with issues that are not being properly addressed at the dealership, call Nita Lemon Law Firm in Los Angeles to review your situation with an experienced and successful California lemon law attorney. You might be entitled to a replacement or repurchase, including compensation for other costs or losses you incurred as a result of an incurable defect.
Acura Facts and Figures
Launched in 1986, Acura was one of the best-selling luxury vehicles in its early days, beating out Mercedes and BMW in the US. Honda’s launch of Acura coincided with other Japanese manufacturers getting into the high-end vehicle market, including Toyota (Lexus) and Nissan (Infiniti). Most Acura vehicles are assembled in Ohio, and the majority of sales occur in North America.
Acura has produced about 20 models over the years, including the Legend, Integra, Trooper, and an alphabet soup of subcompact, compact, mid-size luxury cars, sports coupes, and full-size SUVs. Today Acura produces four models:
- The MDX, a mid-size performance crossover SUV
- The RDX, a compact sport crossover SUV
- The ADX, a subcompact crossover SUV
- The Integra, a compact sport liftback sedan
US sales of Acura reached a high of 209,610 vehicles in 2005. The company sold 157,408 units in 2021, and according to American Honda, supply issues were to blame for a significant drop-off to only 102,000 units in 2022. The company has rebounded, and a look at recent monthly sales figures shows 134,751 units sold in 2025.
Acura Safety Defects and Recalls
As we have seen with other high-performance brands like BMW and Mercedes, luxury does not always mean quality when it comes to vehicle performance, and Acura has seen its share of safety defects and recalls over the years.
The massive Takata airbag inflator recall that spread throughout the automotive industry affected about 12 million Honda and Acura vehicles covering various models from 2002 to 2013. Defective inflators are prone to violently exploding when activated, sending metal shrapnel into the passenger cabin, which could be deadly. Vehicles with older inflators or in southern states with high humidity are most at risk. You can check your vehicle by Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the Acura website or through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall lookup tool.
A few other notable Acura recalls include:
2024 Acura ZDX – A little over 5,000 2024 Acura ZDX All-Wheel Drive vehicles have been called back due to defects in the anti-lock brake system (ABS) that could unexpectedly lose pressure and braking ability while the vehicle is in operation.
2014-2020 Acura MDX – More than 150,000 units were recalled due to defects in the tailgate lid light assembly and wiring harness. This problem could result in failure of both interior and exterior lights, including taillights, which could elevate the risk of a nighttime driving crash.
2025 Acura RDX – Late in 2025, Acura issued a recall potentially affecting 17,334 2025 Acura RDX models. A calibration in the vehicle’s electronic power steering (EPS) assist could cause a loss of power steering assist, abruptly requiring greater effort to steer the SUV than had been expected.
If You Have a Lemon Acura
Under California law, a vehicle qualifies as a lemon if it was purchased or leased new and while still under the manufacturer’s original warranty, is found to have a defect that substantially impairs its safety, use, or value. If the problem cannot be fixed after a reasonable number of attempts or has been in the shop for more than 30 days total, you may be able to get a refund, replacement or cash settlement should you choose to keep the car.
Although California created a new set of procedures for lemon law claims starting in 2025, Acura is one of the manufacturers that did not opt in to the new process. That means that Acura lemon law claims follow the old procedure. After presenting the manufacturer with a demand letter, the automaker must either accept or reject your demand or negotiate a resolution. If your claim is denied or not resolved satisfactorily, you can proceed with litigation in court to secure your remedy. Court costs and attorney fees are paid by the manufacturer if your claim is successful.
Contact Nita Lemon Law Firm for Help With Your California Lemon Law Claim
If your Acura or other vehicle is experiencing issues that you can’t seem to resolve with the dealership, contact Nita Lemon Law Firm for a free consultation regarding your rights under California lemon law.
