2023 Acura TLX Type S
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2023
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2023: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
5 of 6 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
1. Transfer Case-SH-AWD failure-> No, it was recently replaced at the dealership at no cost. 2. Failure with the AWD system would cause me to be in FWD, only causing failure in steering input, especially in turns. 3.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-03-09
Transfer case
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-04
Transfer case documented as leaking on 3-22-2025/ 35,846 Miles while doing regular oil change in my driveway. Brought to the dealership and they confirmed the transfer case needed to be replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-02
Wheels
1 of 6 total reports mentions: wheels.
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New car three months old. Did not include spare tire. Tried ordering one and told it was backordered. Told Acura considers spares accessories. I donât. Now have new car with no spare , no tools to change flat tire, no Jack.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-08-31
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
2023 Acura TLX Type S — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 25V031000 · Electrical system, fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2023 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 2023 Acura TLX Type S?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 83% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 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.