2022 Acura TLX Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
36/100
#8 most-complained of 12 TLX years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2022 Acura TLX has a Complaint Index of 36, ranking 8th worst out of 12 model years, earning a 'Good' verdict relative to other TLX years. It has 25 complaints, 3 recalls, and no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
- Complaints
- 25
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 21 city / 29 hwy
Top 2022 Acura TLX problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Transmission & Powertrain10 (40%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (20%)
- Electrical System4 (16%)
- Steering4 (16%)
- Brakes3 (12%)
- Engine3 (12%)
- Other3 (12%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (8%)
- Lane Departure1 (4%)
What owners report
- Dashboard warning lights blink erratically and the vehicle can fail to start shortly after purchase, sometimes linked to electrical connector issues near the MICU.
- Electric power steering, forward collision, cruise control, and VSA warning lights illuminate together after braking at low speed, sometimes requiring a tow.
- The check engine light flashes and the car enters limp mode under heavy throttle in light rain, then clears itself after a restart.
- Automatic braking activates unexpectedly during normal driving, slamming the brakes on for several seconds with no obstacle present.
- Front and rear tires show cuts or slashes on the inner sidewalls, causing sudden or delayed flats.
- The steering wheel stiffens and then locks completely at low speed while dashboard lights blink, sometimes resolving after the car is turned off and restarted.
2022 Acura TLX recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V391000Jun 12, 2025Brakes259,033 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: A brake pedal that shifts out of position can prevent the driver from applying the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
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. Honda's numbers for this recall are FLX and XLY.
- NHTSA 24V950000Dec 19, 2024Fuel System167 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
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.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
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.
- NHTSA 22V950000Dec 22, 2022Suspension, Wheels & Tires19 vehicles
Tires:bead
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022 Acura TLX vehicles. The tires may have sustained cuts and tears during the sorting process, which can result in tire damage.
Risk: Damaged tires can lead to a sudden loss of air pressure and loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2023. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is GCW.
2022 Acura TLX fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21 MPG
- Highway
- 29 MPG
- Combined
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,300
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other TLX years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Acura TLX reliable?
- Relative to other TLX model years, the 2022 TLX ranks 8th worst out of 12 years tracked, with a Complaint Index of 36 and a 'Good' verdict. It has 25 NHTSA complaints and no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
- What problems does the 2022 Acura TLX have?
- The top problem area is Transmission & Powertrain, accounting for 40% of complaints (10 of 25), followed by Suspension, Wheels & Tires at 20% and Electrical System and Steering each at 16%.
- Does the 2022 Acura TLX have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 Acura TLX: a brake pedal pivot pin issue, a fuel tank welding defect that can cause fuel leaks, and a tire manufacturing defect involving cuts and tears from sorting. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2022 TLX compare to other TLX years?
- The 2022 TLX's Complaint Index of 36 is far lower than the worst years: 2015 (100, Avoid), 2019 (91, Avoid), and 2021 (82, Avoid). Only 2023 (27) and 2024 (9) score better among tracked years.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Acura TLX?
- The 2022 Acura TLX gets an EPA-rated 24 mpg combined (21 city / 29 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,300.