2018 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 | 341 |
| 2016 | 110 |
| 2017 | 71 |
| 2018 | 94 |
| 2019 | 92 |
| 2020 | 62 |
| 2021 | 68 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
33% of complaints: engine — 31 distinct reports on file.
20% of complaints: electrical system — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and 12v/24v/48v battery.
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FOR THE PAST TWO DAYS I SEE THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR POP UP ALONG WITH TWO ERRORS. "ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE PROBLEM" AND "EMISSIONS SYSTEM PROBLEM" THIS HAPPEND AFTER DRIVING AND PARKING THE CAR. THE NEXT DAY I TURNED THE CAR ON AND SAW THE ERRORS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171106
15% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 14 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 11 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: power train — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gear position indication (prndl).
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2018 Acura TLX. The contact stated that after refueling and attempting to park in a parking space, the vehicle experienced a sudden acceleration. The contact mentioned that no safety features were activated.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240806
Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
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
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
Engine failure
No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
Engine failure
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 26V332000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2018 Acura TLX — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (31 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (14 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.
- Verify recall 26V332000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2018 Acura TLX reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Acura TLX is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Acura TLX?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Acura TLX have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.