2016 Acura TLX Engine Problems
The 2016 Acura TLX has 49 engine complaints filed with NHTSA, making up 45% of its 110 total complaints for the year. Owners typically reported problems around a median of 57,000 miles, and there is a related engine recall (23V751000) covering connecting rod issues.
- Engine complaints
- 49
- 45% of 110
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 57,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Owners describe sudden hesitation or loss of power when accelerating from a stop, sometimes lasting several seconds in the middle of an intersection.
- Some report the vehicle stalling or losing power on the highway at speeds around 70-75 mph, with the tachometer dropping and multiple warning lights appearing.
- Several drivers noted the transmission or drivetrain feeling jerky, clunky, or delayed, with the car bouncing or lurching when stopping or slowing.
- One owner reported the vehicle lunging forward unexpectedly while parking with the brake depressed, resulting in a minor crash and injury.
- A cluster of owners linked their engine or drivetrain malfunction to a known issue matching a recall, but found their specific VIN was not covered.
- Some describe a long delay of over one second before the transmission downshifts during passing maneuvers, even in sport modes.
When 2016 Acura TLX engine complaints were filed
First complaint Feb 4, 2016, latest Jun 19, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2016 Acura TLX
- NHTSA 23V751000Nov 13, 2023Engine248,999 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
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. Due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear and seize, damaging the engine.
Risk: A damaged engine may run improperly or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury.
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. 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed in mid-December 2024. Honda began mailing owner notification letters as of March 18, 2024. 2015-2016 Acura owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-December 2024, 2018 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed the end of March/early April 2024, 2019 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-May 2024, 2020 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-June 2024, and 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed January 27, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XG1 and GG0.
Engine complaints by TLX model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many engine complaints does the 2016 Acura TLX have?
- NHTSA lists 49 engine complaints for the 2016 Acura TLX, which is 45% of the 110 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2016 Acura TLX engine?
- Yes. Recall 23V751000 covers the 2016 Acura TLX engine due to a manufacturing error involving the connecting rod, with dealers inspecting and repairing or replacing the engine as needed.
- At what mileage do 2016 TLX engine problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure for engine-related complaints on the 2016 TLX is 57,000 miles.
- Did the 2016 TLX engine issues cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA records show 3 crashes and 2 injuries associated with engine complaints on the 2016 Acura TLX, with no reported fires.
- How does the 2016 TLX compare to other years for engine complaints?
- The 2016 TLX's 45% share of complaints tied to the engine is similar to nearby years like 2018 (46%) and 2015 (33%), but lower than 2019's 53%.