The Lemon Index2022 Acura TLX. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 32% |
| Steering | 21% |
| Electrical | 16% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 16% |
| Brakes | 16% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 5
26V721000 Oct 2026 Steering / Electric Power Assist System
Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2022-2024 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Pilot vehicles. The software for the electric power steering (EPS) assist may cause the EPS system to enter a failsafe mode, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Risk. A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy. Dealers will reprogram the EPS control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 14, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's numbers for this recall are KQB and TQA. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 11, 2026.
25V391000 Jun 2025 Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Pedals And Linkages
Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk. A brake pedal that shifts out of position can prevent the driver from applying the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are FLX and XLY.
25V031000 Jan 2025 Fuel System, Gasoline / Fuel Injection System
Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S, 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, and 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S vehicles. A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power.
Risk. An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy. Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EL1 and AL0.
24V950000 Dec 2024 Fuel System, Gasoline / Storage / Tank Assembly
Defect. Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2023 TLX vehicles. The fuel filler neck and fuel tank may have been improperly welded, which can result in a fuel leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy. Dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is JKX.
22V950000 Dec 2022 Tires / Bead
Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022 Acura TLX vehicles. The tires may have sustained cuts and tears during the sorting process, which can result in tire damage.
Risk. Damaged tires can lead to a sudden loss of air pressure and loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2023. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is GCW.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | No restart after auto start/stop engages | 2025 | – |
| Closed | All wheel drive allegation | 2026 | 2026 |
Manufacturer communications 104
Acura filed 104 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Due to PGM-FI software errors, vehicles that experience an evaporative leak check module
- The front brakes make a high-pitched squeal when lightly applied at 15 mph or less
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acura TLX 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Acura TLX 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard | Standard |
Engines and drivetrains 3
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S10) | FWD | 22 / 31 / 25 | Premium | $3,100 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S10) | AWD | 21 / 29 / 24 | Premium | $3,200 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Auto (S10) | AWD | 19 / 25 / 21 | Premium | $3,700 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
YouTube repair topics
200 videos about the 2021–2025 Acura TLX, 24.5M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 1 | 12K |
| Oil changes & service | 1 | 11K |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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