Is the 2023 Acura TLX 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?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2023 Acura TLX have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2023 Acura TLX

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2023 Acura TLX
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:56:06.392Z

Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 13
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 2
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2023: 13 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2012	1
2015	344
2016	111
2017	71
2018	97
2019	93
2020	63
2021	72
2022	25
2023	13
2024	5
2025	4

Known problem areas

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

4 of 13 total reports mention: power train.

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My transfer case is blown they want to charge me $14,894.90 to replace the transmission and PTU. My vehicle is only front wheel drive right now. I brought up that this is happening to multiple vehicles like mine and should be under a safety recall.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-29

Service brakes

2 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes.

Electrical system

2 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.

Suspension

1 of 13 total reports mentions: suspension.

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Please see attached document, as my whole description would not fit in the box.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-16

Seat belts

1 of 13 total reports mentions: seat belts.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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2025-02-03Fuel system, gasoline24V950000 Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2023 TLX vehicles. The fuel filler neck and fuel tank may have been improperly welded, which can result in a fuel leak.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is JKX.

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2025-03-26Engineering analysisOpen No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
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2025-07-28Service brakes, hydraulic25V391000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

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2026-03-06Defect petitionOpen All wheel drive allegation
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2026-07-06Air bags26V332000 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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2023 Acura TLX — pre-purchase inspection

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Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 24V950000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 25V391000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 26V332000 · Air bags

Other years of this model

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Best years1 year

202063

Worst years2 years

FAQ

Is the 2023 Acura TLX 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?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Acura TLX have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.