2017 Acura TLX
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2015 | 339 |
| 2016 | 108 |
| 2017 | 68 |
| 2018 | 94 |
| 2019 | 90 |
| 2020 | 61 |
| 2021 | 62 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
32% of complaints: engine — 22 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
[XXX] [XXX] > 4:28â¯PM (19 minutes ago) to takahiro_hachigo American Honda 1919 Torrance Blvd PO Box 2215 Torrance, CA 90509 - 9870 RE: Request for Financial Compensation Vehicle: 2017 Acura TLX VIN: [XXX] Dear American Honda Executive, I am...
NHTSA ODI report, 20241111
On May 26, 2023, I purchased my 2017 Acura TLX from Sterling McCall Acura Houston, TX. On July 16th, my son was driving the Acura TLX and the engine burst into a fire. After the engine fire, I had to replace the entire.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231206
VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY IN VERY HEAVY TRAFFIC WHEN BRAKES WERE EMPLOYED AND VEHICLE DID NOT STOP BUT GRINDER FORWARD, HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190616
25% of complaints: power train — 17 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY IN VERY HEAVY TRAFFIC WHEN BRAKES WERE EMPLOYED AND VEHICLE DID NOT STOP BUT GRINDER FORWARD, HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190616
15% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 10 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: service brakes — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
My 2017 Acura was involved in a low-speed collision where it failed to stop in a timely manner, resulting in a total loss declaration.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260301
VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY IN VERY HEAVY TRAFFIC WHEN BRAKES WERE EMPLOYED AND VEHICLE DID NOT STOP BUT GRINDER FORWARD, HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190616
13% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 9 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019.
Campaign 19V060000 — check if this car was fixed
Electrical overstress
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Acura TLX, 2016-2020 Acura MDX, 2016 and 2018-2019 Pilot, 2017 and 2019 Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 28, 2024. 2016-2017 Acura MDX owner letters were mailed November 1, 2024.
Campaign 23V751000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD.
Campaign 23V858000 — check if this car was fixed
No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2017 Acura TLX — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 19V060000 (fuel system, other) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V751000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V858000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2017 Acura TLX reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Acura TLX is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Acura TLX?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Acura TLX have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.