This page lists 15 drivetrain parts for the 2016 Acura RLX, across 5 part types, covering both the 3.5L V6 and the 3.5L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
On the 2016 Acura RLX, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. 12 parts of the 15 listed are CV Joint Boot (5 parts), CV Axle (4 parts) and CV Intermediate Shaft (3 parts). The other 2 part types cover the remaining 3 parts.
The 2016 Acura RLX was sold with both the 3.5L V6 and the 3.5L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 2016 Acura RLX drivetrain parts are TOP NOTCH (3 parts), SKF (2 parts) and GSP (2 parts), plus 5 more brands.
1 part on this 2016 Acura RLX page carries a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — MEVOTECH DX900 (CV Joint Boot). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Axle Shaft Bearing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF Fits: 3.5L V6 | SC0889 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Axle Shaft bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
One part is listed for the 2016 Acura RLX — SKF SC0889.
Axle Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF Fits: 3.5L V6 | 16541A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS Fits: 3.5L V6 | WS16541A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals where an axle shaft exits the housing. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
2 Axle Shaft Seal parts for the 2016 Acura RLX come from 2 brands — SKF and WJB / INMOTION PARTS.
Listed part numbers: SKF 16541A and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS16541A.
CV Axle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP Fits: 3.5L V6 | NCV21016 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 3.5L V6 | TN50053 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 3.5L V6 | TN50011 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 3.5L V6 | HO8585 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | AAR Joint Design | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
4 CV Axle parts for the 2016 Acura RLX come from 3 brands — TOP NOTCH, GSP and TRAKMOTIVE.
Listed part numbers: GSP NCV21016, TOP NOTCH TN50053 and TOP NOTCH TN50011, plus the other parts above.
CV Intermediate Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP Fits: 3.5L V6 | NEX21000 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 3.5L V6 | TN50095IS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 3.5L V6 | HO3516 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
This table covers the CV Intermediate shafts.
3 CV Intermediate Shaft parts are listed for the 2016 Acura RLX, from GSP, TOP NOTCH and TRAKMOTIVE.
This group includes GSP NEX21000, TOP NOTCH TN50095IS and TRAKMOTIVE HO3516.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEVOTECH Popular Fits: 3.5L V6 | DX900 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: 3.5L V6 | 1032925 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: 3.5L V6 | 1032888 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| EMPIRE Fits: 3.5L V6 | 862336D | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | InnerFRONT INNER | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: 3.5L V6 | DX428 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.
5 CV Joint Boot parts for the 2016 Acura RLX come from 3 brands — MEVOTECH, BECK/ARNLEY and EMPIRE. The "Popular" part is MEVOTECH DX900.
Part numbers include MEVOTECH DX900, BECK/ARNLEY 1032925 and BECK/ARNLEY 1032888, among others listed above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2016 Acura RLX
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Match the engine first. Every drivetrain part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Joint Boot and CV Axle .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2016 Acura RLX?
Our catalog currently lists 15 drivetrain parts for the 2016 Acura RLX across 5 subcategories and 8 brands, covering both the 3.5L V6 and the 3.5L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 2016 Acura RLX engines?
Yes. Every drivetrain part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2016 Acura RLX?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2016 Acura RLX was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2016 Acura RLX?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
Other Parts for the 2016 Acura RLX
Drivetrain Parts for Other Acura RLX Years
Switch vehicle or jump to a subcategory
Manufacturer names, model designations and part numbers are used for identification and fitment reference only. AutoFactsDB is an independent catalog and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer displayed on this page.