Is the Acura TLX Reliable?
2015–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Acura TLX Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 1 | 3 | — | — | 92 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 3 | 16 | — | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 3 | 61 | 1 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2020 | 3 | 45 | 1 | — | 78 | Good |
| 2019 | 4 | 68 | 4 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2018 | 2 | 78 | 2 | — | 79 | Good |
| 2017 | 2 | 45 | 3 | — | 82 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the TLX Compares to Similar Vehicles
The TLX scores 12 points above the average luxury — a strong result.
Known Acura TLX Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 319 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Acura TLX reliable?+
The Acura TLX scores 82/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 21 recall campaigns and 319 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year TLX is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2024 TLX achieved the highest reliability score of 92/100 with 1 recall and 3 complaints.
How many miles does a TLX last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Acura TLX owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used TLX will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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