The Acura TLX is a mid-size luxury sport sedan that replaced both the TL and TSX in 2015, offering a blend of performance and value in the luxury segment. With 2,504 complaints and no reported deaths, the TLX has had some notable first-year issues but generally represents a solid choice in its class. The 2015 debut year had the most problems, while subsequent years improved significantly.

2,504
Total Complaints
34
Total Recalls
12
Model Years
0
Reported Deaths
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Years to Avoid

These years have significantly more complaints than average.

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Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

Common Problem Categories

Power Train 506
Engine 414
Electrical System 292
Unknown Or Other 206
Fuel/propulsion System 136

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2025 4 1 0 0 Good
2024 14 1 0 0 Good
2023 22 2 0 0 Good
2022 56 3 0 0 Good
2021 182 3 8 0 Average
2020 174 4 10 0 Average
2019 250 5 24 2 Average
2018 278 3 8 2 Average
2017 180 3 6 4 Average
2016 304 3 16 0 Average
2015 1,038 6 36 0 Avoid
2012 2 0 0 0 Good

Acura Tlx Years to Avoid

2015, 2016

Best Acura Tlx Years

2021, 2020, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions