Alexns05

Hi everyone,
I currently have a 2004 Acura TL with 204,000 miles and looking for an upgrade. I saw 2 different RLX of the 2014 vintage and would like to know what items to look for if I have a pre-purchase inspection. I’m familiar with the timing belt needing replaced. Are there any common issues that I need to specifically keep an eye out for? They are both the P-AWS model. The first one I looked at was $11,500 with 150,000 miles and the other one is $17,500 with 90,000 miles.

Thank you!

Jayel

I have a base 2014 RLX I bought last year. While it was under warranty I got a alignment all around. My steering wheel was making a noise when adjusting. I found out there was a TSB on my steering column and it was replaced with a new one free of charge. Definitely check that. I don't know if it was for the Nav and Tech packages but it was for the base model.

Check your tires, if possible find a special on tires that will replace your tire for free if you get a flat. The RLX doesn't have a spare tire. Ride it to check suspension, the RLX is nice but some are known to have a rough ride.

I just got my timing belt package redone a couple months ago. That was the main thing for me. I have 80k miles. The car is giving me good service. I'm not disappointed at all with getting it. As long as you keep up maintenance you will be good.
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TSX69

Hello, I have not had any major issues with my 2014 RLX but I know plenty of others have complained about the rear suspension so I would keep an eye out for that.

The only things I can remember getting fixed that were not a recall were the noisy telescoping steering wheel, poor garage door opener range & the center console lid.

Good luck!