2022 Acura TLX Type S
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2022: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
8 of 9 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
Blown transfer case
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-12
Went to accelerate and heard LOUD bang. Transfer case shaft snapped internally into transmission. Transfer case AND transmission assembly both replaced under warranty. Will happen again in another 40-50k miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-02-14
The vehicles AWD system has prematurely failed as confirmed by the car dealership Acura of Pembroke Pines that I have taken it to.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-02-04
Steering
1 of 9 total reports mentions: steering.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 9 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2025-03-17Electrical system, fuel system, gasoline25V031000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Acura TLX Type S — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 25V031000 · Electrical system, fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2022 Acura TLX Type S reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Acura TLX Type S?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 89% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Acura TLX Type S have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.