2015 Acura TLX Transmission & Powertrain Problems
Transmission & Powertrain complaints account for 160 of 342 total complaints on the 2015 Acura TLX, or 47% of all reports for the year. NHTSA lists two related recalls (16V640000 and 14V779000), and median mileage at failure was 8,150 miles.
- Transmission & Powertrain complaints
- 160
- 47% of 342
- Crashes reported
- 5
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 8,150 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical transmission symptoms owners report
- Owners report the electronic shift (E-shift) selector failing to engage park or drive, sometimes causing the car to roll into objects.
- Several owners describe rough or jerky shifts between 2nd and 3rd gear, including pulsing or shuddering sensations when coming to a stop.
- Some vehicles rolled backward unexpectedly after being parked, with drivers finding the transmission had not properly engaged park.
- Owners describe unexpected surging or acceleration during downshifts, including RPM spikes and forward jolts.
- One owner reported rough shifting combined with a brake pedal that failed to stop the vehicle, resulting in a crash.
- Reports mention delayed or slow downshift response, making highway passing maneuvers feel unsafe.
When 2015 Acura TLX transmission complaints were filed
First complaint Nov 10, 2014, latest Jun 15, 2026.
Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2015 Acura TLX
- NHTSA 16V640000Sep 6, 2016Transmission & Powertrain8,354 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015 Acura TLX 2WD and 4WD vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the transmission wire harness connections may have insufficient crimps, and, as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral.
Risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Acura has notified owners, and dealers will, based on the automatic transmission serial number, update the transmission software to prevent the transmission from shifting into neutral due to a faulty crimp, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Acura Client Relations at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KC2.
- NHTSA 14V779000Dec 8, 2014Transmission & Powertrain9,392 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2015 Acura TLX V6 2WD vehicles manufactured July 14, 2014, to November 12, 2014, and certain 2015 TLX V6 SH-AWD vehicles manufactured August 26, 2014, to November 10, 2014. The automatic transmission parking pawl may become contaminated or the park rod may become dislodged or broken. This may prevent the transmission from shifting into the Park position.
Risk: If the shift indicator displays "Park" but the park lock does not engage, the vehicle may roll away increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmission if necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 30, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-310-783-2000. Honda's number for this recall is JM8.
Transmission & Powertrain complaints by TLX model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are transmission problems on the 2015 Acura TLX?
- NHTSA lists 160 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2015 TLX, which is 47% of the 342 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a transmission recall for the 2015 Acura TLX?
- Yes, NHTSA lists two related recalls: campaign 16V640000 for insufficient transmission wire harness crimps, and campaign 14V779000 for transmission inspection and replacement on certain V6 models.
- At what mileage do 2015 TLX transmission problems typically appear?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 8,150 miles for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2015 TLX.
- Did the 2015 TLX transmission issues cause crashes?
- NHTSA complaint records for this component show 5 crashes and 1 injury among the reports, with no fires listed.
- How does the 2015 TLX compare to other TLX years for transmission complaints?
- The 2015 TLX had 160 Transmission & Powertrain complaints (47% share), far higher than other years listed, such as 2016 with 15 complaints (14% share) and 2019 with 11 complaints (12% share).