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 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2024 | 0 | 4 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 3 | — | — | 97 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 1 | 20 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 1 | 60 | 1 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 3 | 45 | 1 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 4 | 72 | 4 | — | 74 | Good |
| 2018 | 2 | 82 | 2 | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 2 | 53 | 3 | — | 83 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the TLX Compares to Similar Vehicles
The TLX scores 15 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 339 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Acura TLX reliable?+
The Acura TLX scores 85/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 13 recall campaigns and 339 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year TLX is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 TLX achieved the highest reliability score of 97/100 with 0 recalls 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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