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2017 Acura ILX service brakes problems

5 owner reports1 crashes

This is a safety-related system. If you notice symptoms, stop driving and have it inspected.

Related recalls

  • 25V859000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Acura ILX vehicles. Contaminated brake fluid may cause a seal inside the brake master cylinder to deform, which can cause an internal brake fluid leak and reduce brake function.…

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Confirm by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

  • “I have a recall on my Acura 2017 ILX. I called Bergstrom Acura Appleton in Wisconsin to make an appointment. Ashley said it would take about 2 hours. Trying to get a loaner car out of her was like pulling teeth. A week before service would have taken place, she called back and said that there was a diagnostic fee with the recall. I tried to retrain her about manufacturing problems are the dealership not mine. She would not budge. Don’t know what they are holding over this poor girl to get her to…”

    NHTSA complaint · filed 04/03/2026

  • “I have a master cylinder brake recall and I have taken my car to the Acura of Fort Myers dealership and they said they can’t fix the issue because parts are not available. I should receive a second notification from Acura Automobile Division when parts will be available and they won’t be available until spring of 2026 . I need my car to drive around and my concern is my safety driving the car with this recall. Can I buy the parts and have Acura reimburse me the money ? Please let me know , my…”

    NHTSA complaint · filed 03/30/2026

  • “The contact owns a 2017 Acura ILX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that parts were not available for the repair. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V859000 (Service Brake…”

    NHTSA complaint · filed 02/20/2026

  • “I received notice of this brake master cylinder recall on 12/20/25 and tried to schedule it at my local dealership (1/5/26) Edmonds, WA. They told me they could not perform the recall because they did not have the parts. I was in the dealership on 1/10/26 and they told me they would check into it. Today I received a VM saying they would not perform the recall because the brake booster has not yet failed. This seems like a safety issue - am I supposed to have an accident in order to get this reso…”

    NHTSA complaint · filed 01/12/2026

  • “WHEN COMING TO A STOP AT A RED LIGHT, THE CAR CONTINUED TO ROLL FORWARD. AT THIS TIME, I STEPPED ON THE BRAKE WITH ADDED PRESSURE BUT THE CAR CONTINUED TO ROLL. THEN I SHIFTED THE CAR INTO PARK BUT THAT DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE AND IT ROLLED INTO A TRUCK IN FRONT AT LESS THAN 5 MPH. THE DEALERSHIP STATES THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE THE INCIDENT AND FOUND NO ERRORS WHILE CONDUCTING THEIR INSPECTIONS.”

    NHTSA complaint · filed 09/25/2018 · crash

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How common are 2017 Acura ILX service brakes problems?
5 owners reported service brakes issues to NHTSA for the 2017 Acura ILX, 1 involving a crash. Counts scale with how many were sold.
Is there a recall for 2017 Acura ILX service brakes problems?
Yes — campaign 25V859000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; confirm by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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