2016 Acura RLX Technical Service Bulletins

97 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Acura RLX. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10108304Mar 24, 2017Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. "service bulletin - a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American honda investigated the judder and found that the torque converter was not causing the judder and the transmission is not damaged by this judder. The judder is caused by deteriorated transmission fluid.
• 10108105Mar 2, 2017Equipment. Techline summary article - we’re getting reports of a high-pitched whine with the a/c running. It goes away when the a/c is turned off. Changing the fan speed has no effect on the noise, and it seems to be worse with the engine running between 1,600 to 2,100 rpm.
• 10108701Feb 14, 2017Electrical system. Service news article - We?ve made an important change to the AcuraLink telematics unit that you need to be aware of. This change switches the coverage of the internal cellular module from Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) to Long Term Evolution (LTE).
• 10106929Feb 3, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. "service news article - do you have a vehicle that has multiple indicators on or won’t go into gear and the mil is on with a/t dtc p26c3 (internal control module transmission range sensor performance)? There may be debris in the reverse or neutral shift buttons of the shift by wire (sbw) shifter assembly that’s causing them to stick. Typical debris are particles in the reverse shift button or sticky residue in the…
• 10106936Feb 1, 2017Brakes. Techline summary article - are you hearing a high-pitched squeal from the front brakes during light to moderate braking? We’re aware of this issue and are looking for a solution.
• 10098929Jan 26, 2017Brakes, Electrical system. Service bulletin - there is a squeal during electric parking brake (epb) operation. There is insufficient lubrication in the brake caliper.
• 10106912Jan 21, 2017Fuel system. Service bulletin - the high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. The high pressure fuel pump is making a chirp.
• 10106856Jan 15, 2017Body and structure. Engineering request for investigation - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2017 rlxs with a client complaint of an accessory deck lid spoiler loose, warped, and/or lifting. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10106841Jan 3, 2017Equipment, Engine cooling. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2017 rlxs with a client complaint of an accessory deck lid spoiler loose, warped, and/or lifting. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10106796Dec 22, 2016Electrical system, Brakes. Service bulletin - there is a squeal during electric parking brake (epb) operation. There is insufficient lubrication in the brake caliper.
• 10099078Dec 7, 2016Equipment. Tech line summary article - we’re getting reports of a high-pitched whine with the a/c running. It goes away when the a/c is turned off. Changing the fan speed has no effect on the noise, and it seems to be worse with the engine running between 1,600 to 2,100 rpm. From our investigation, we’ve found that this noise is coming from a resonance in the a/c compressor, which is getting transmitted into the cabin through…
• 10099071Dec 2, 2016Body and structure. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2017 rlxs with a client complaint of an accessory deck lid spoiler loose, warped, and/or lifting. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10099143Nov 18, 2016Equipment. Service news article - something to keep in mind: aftermarket radar detectors may interfere with the gps antenna mounted behind the instrument panel. A common issue that’s been reported from this interference is the vehicle position (vp) icon isn’t in the right spot on the navigation screen.
• 10087121Oct 7, 2016Brakes. Techline summary article - are you hearing a high-pitch squeal from the front brakes during light to moderate braking? We’re aware of this issue and are looking for a solution. In the meantime, replacing the brake pads and turning or replacing the brake discs may temporarily stop the noise.
• 10086962Oct 5, 2016Steering. Service bulletin - in high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out, potentially caused by premature wear of the steering column gearbox components.
• 10086966Oct 4, 2016Fuel system. Service bulletin - the high pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm.
• 10084499Jul 19, 2016Brakes. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016 rlxs with a client complaint of a high pitch squeal noise coming from the front brakes. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10084452Jul 15, 2016Brakes. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 ilxs & 2014-2016 rlxs with a client complaint of a high pitch squeal noise coming from the front brakes. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10084448Jul 12, 2016Brakes. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 ilxs & 2014-2016 rlxs with a client complaint of a high pitch squeal noise coming from the front brakes. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10084455Jul 9, 2016Brakes. "techline summary article - are you hearing a high-pitch squeal from the front brakes during light to moderate braking? We’re aware of this concern and are looking for a solution. In the meantime, replacing the brake pads and turning or replacing the brake discs may temporarily stop the noise."
• 10084387Jul 7, 2016Brakes. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is collecting a healthy front brake assembly from certain 2016-2017 ilxs, rdxs & 2014-2016 rlxs which fit a specific criteria.
• 10084386Jul 7, 2016Brakes. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 ilxs, rdxs & 2014-2016 rlxs with a client complaint of a high pitch squeal noise coming from the front brakes. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10084336Jun 28, 2016Engine. Service news article - while driving under steady cruise (between 30 and 65 mph) or light acceleration, does the engine intermittently rattle or runs rough with the mil blinking? Since these driving conditions are likely to activate vcm operation, the probable reason for these symptoms is sticking vcm rocker arms.
• 10083695Jun 17, 2016Steering. Service bulletin - in high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out.
• 10083694Jun 13, 2016Steering. Service bulletin - in high ambient temperatures, the steering column screeches or squeals when it moves in or out.
• 10083970May 20, 2016Equipment. Service bulletin - center console lid will not automatically slide close with release button.
• 10084259Apr 30, 2016Fuel system. Service bulletin - replace the high pressure fuel pump when the area chirps after the engine is warm.
• 10083913Apr 21, 2016Engine cooling. Service bulletin - the timing belt may produce a chirping noise from contact with the back edge of the crankshaft pulley.
• 10083916Apr 20, 2016Equipment. Service bulletin - center console lid will not automatically slide close with release button.
• 10211608Mar 18, 2016Equipment. Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.
• 10211543Mar 16, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera), Fuel system, Steering, Brakes. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of a chirping noise coming from the high pressure fuel pump during engine operation. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10191898Mar 16, 2016Equipment, Fuel system. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 RLXs with a client complaint of a chirping noise coming from the high pressure fuel pump during engine operation. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10088003Mar 16, 2016Fuel system. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016 rlxs with a client complaint of a chirping noise coming from the high pressure fuel pump during engine operation. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10075339Mar 16, 2016Fuel system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10211605Mar 8, 2016Engine cooling, Electrical system. The clearance between the starter motor gear and the torque converter ring gear is not optimal.
• 10193239Mar 8, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. SYMPTOM The starter grinds or spins at startup. POSSIBLE CAUSES The clearance between the starter motor gear and the torque converter ring gear is not optimal. CORRECTIVE ACTION Replace the starter and rotate the torque converter clockwise one bolt hole.
• 10075677Mar 8, 2016Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10211615Feb 26, 2016Body and structure. On the Monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing. Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible. Vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new vehicle inventory. Repair these vehicles before they are sold. No action is needed on vehicles that have been sold.
• 10211538Feb 26, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera), Engine cooling, Equipment. Today, February 26, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a Product Update for certain ILX, RLX, RLX Hybrid, and TLX model years 2014-16 vehicles for sale in the state of Hawaii to amend Monroney labels that were printed without bumper impact information.
• 10193293Feb 26, 2016Equipment. BACKGROUND On the Monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing. Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible. Vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new vehicle inventory. Repair these vehicles before they are sold. No action is needed on vehicles that have been sold. CORRECTIVE ACTION Attach the Monroney update label to the window area next to the Monroney label.
• 10191896Feb 26, 2016Equipment. Basic Problem American Honda had a computer programming issue; an obsolete program name causing printing of no bumper impact information on the Monroney label for the state of Hawaii. The Repair All vehicles affected and with the error on the Monroney label in dealer stock shall receive an additional sticker to be placed next to the Monroney label. The sticker includes the bumper impact compliance information…
• 10099521Feb 26, 2016Equipment. Dealer message - american honda had a computer programming issue; an obsolete program name causing printing of no bumper impact information on the monroney label for the state of hawaii.
• 10099503Feb 26, 2016Equipment. Service bulletin - on the monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing.
• 10075688Feb 26, 2016Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10099641Jan 19, 2016Engine, Engine cooling. Service bulletin - the timing belt area makes a chirp after the engine warms up. This results from the timing belt contacting the back edge of the crankshaft pulley.
• 10108572Apr 11, 2015Steering. Service bulletin - A moaning or rubbing noise is heard from the rear when driving straight and making small side-to-side turning movements with the steering wheel. There is a lack of lubrication in the P-AWS (precision all wheel steering) RTC (rear toe control) actuators.
• 10108752Mar 14, 2015Steering. Service bulletin - A moaning or rubbing noise is heard from the rear when driving straight and making small side-to-side turning movements with the steering wheel. There is a lack of lubrication in the P-AWS (precision all wheel steering) RTC (rear toe control) actuators.

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