How many transmission complaints does the 2017 Acura TLX have?

NHTSA lists 18 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Acura TLX, which is 25% of the 71 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2017 Acura TLX?

According to the data reviewed, there are no related recalls listed for the 2017 Acura TLX's Transmission & Powertrain complaints.

At what mileage do 2017 Acura TLX transmission problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure for these complaints is 16,000 miles, though individual reports in the sample range from very low mileage up to 50,000 miles.

What transmission symptoms do 2017 Acura TLX owners report?

Owners describe hard shifting and jerking at low speeds, sudden loss of power with dashboard warnings, getting stuck in one gear, and the transmission dropping into neutral unexpectedly.

Did any 2017 Acura TLX transmission complaints involve a crash?

Of the 18 Transmission & Powertrain complaints, NHTSA data shows 1 crash and no fires or injuries linked to this problem area.

2017 Acura TLX Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 18 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Acura TLX, 25% of that year's 71 total complaints. Owners commonly report hard shifting, sudden loss of power, and the vehicle sticking in neutral or a single gear, at a median 16,000 miles. No related recalls are listed.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 18; 25% of 71
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 16,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the transmission jerking or lunging forward during stop-and-go driving, feeling like being rear-ended.
Some drivers describe multiple dashboard warning lights appearing along with an abrupt, unrequested drop in vehicle speed while driving at highway speeds.
Several complaints describe the transmission getting stuck in a single gear (such as 3rd, 4th, or 5th) and failing to shift up or down as speed changes.
Multiple owners report the vehicle becoming stuck in neutral, losing forward or reverse function, and requiring a tow.
One complaint describes the engine revving toward redline with a 'transmission too hot' message and loss of power on the highway, followed by the vehicle failing to restart.

When 2017 Acura TLX transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 3, 2017, latest Jun 3, 2026.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2017 to Jun 2026; peak Apr 2019 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2017 Acura TLX

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by TLX model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20120 (0%)
2015160 (47%)
201615 (14%)
201718 (25%)
201811 (12%)
201911 (12%)
20207 (11%)
202126 (38%)
202210 (40%)
20231 (10%)
20242 (40%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2017 Acura TLX have?: NHTSA lists 18 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Acura TLX, which is 25% of the 71 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2017 Acura TLX?: According to the data reviewed, there are no related recalls listed for the 2017 Acura TLX's Transmission & Powertrain complaints.
At what mileage do 2017 Acura TLX transmission problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure for these complaints is 16,000 miles, though individual reports in the sample range from very low mileage up to 50,000 miles.
What transmission symptoms do 2017 Acura TLX owners report?: Owners describe hard shifting and jerking at low speeds, sudden loss of power with dashboard warnings, getting stuck in one gear, and the transmission dropping into neutral unexpectedly.
Did any 2017 Acura TLX transmission complaints involve a crash?: Of the 18 Transmission & Powertrain complaints, NHTSA data shows 1 crash and no fires or injuries linked to this problem area.